UPDATE: Individual has been identified. Thank you for your assistance!

The Albany Police Department is seeking the public's assistance in helping identify this individual in relation to an ongoing investigation.

If this individual looks familiar, or if you have any information that might help our investigation, we ask that you call (518) 275-3206

🚨Traffic Alert🚨-Route 85 between Krumkill Road in Albany and Blessing Road in Bethlehem is closed in both directions due to a serious crash. Detours are in place.

🚫💊Have any prescriptions or medications that you want to safely dispose? DEA national take back day is on Saturday, April 27th from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Center Station.

We are pleased to announce that Officer Damphier has been discharged from the hospital.

Thank you to everyone who has shown unwavering support to Officer Damphier, his family, and the Albany Police Department!

I-787 Northbound in Albany has been re-opened.

Please be advised I-787 Northbound at I-90 in Albany is closed to all traffic due to an incident. Please seek alternate routes.

Thank you to all that put their walking shoes on to join us for the Autism Awareness walk today at Lincoln Park. It was a beautiful day!

Albany Mayor Kathy Sheehan and Albany Police Chief Eric Hawkins provide an update on this mornings’s officer involved shooting.

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Albany Police are investigating an officer involved shooting incident in the area of North Main Avenue and Western Avenue. Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

This week we celebrate the unsung heroes of our public safety telecommunications professionals!

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Today we honored a true champion. Anthony inspired us all with his dedication, passion, and unwavering spirit.

Our deepest condolences go out to his family and loved ones during this difficult time.

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Operation Safe Stop Education and Enforcement Day is Thursday, April 25, 2024.

On this day law enforcement officers will be on board school buses as well as in marked and unmarked patrol vehicles ensuring that motorists are adhering to vehicle and traffic laws.

🚓🚒🏀Don't miss out on this charity showdown for a great cause! The Albany police department and The Albany fire department will lace up their sneakers for a charity basketball game. Come support our everyday hero's as they battle it out on the court! #CommunitySupport

🐣 Wishing everyone a safe and joyful Easter 🐣

Chief Hawkins sits down with Human Resource Liaison Meaghan Yellin, Officer Paniccia, Officer Johnson, and Deputy Chief Battuello to talk about the recruitment efforts within the Albany Police Department. 

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Together with the Albany Police & Fire Foundation and Glennpeter Jewelers Diamond Center we are excited to announce our fundraiser to support two of our very important programs here at the Albany Police Department. Please share this flyer to help spread the word!

🍀Feeling Lucky to be celebrating St. Patrick's Day at the parade today! 🍀

🚔Calling all strong, determined women who are interested in becoming an Albany Police Officer. 🚨

Tuesday, March 12, 2024
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Albany Capital Center
55 Eagle Street
Albany, NY 12207

RSVP below by scanning the QR code.

🚨In case you missed the last one, here is another opportunity to speak with experienced officers about joining our police department🚨

We are now accepting applications for lateral transfers. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity!

#JoinAlbany