MPD’s newest sergeants and lieutenants graduate from leadership course
On Friday, August 17th our newest sergeants (16) and lieutenants (2) graduated from the leadership course and received their certificates.
Author: John Elder
Extra DWI Patrols on Minneapolis Roads August 17th through September 2nd
2018 Summer DWI Mobilization: Pre-Enforcement News Release dwi-pre-release-Aug 2018
Over one thousand meals served for final Safe Summer Nights BBQ of the year
On Tuesday, August 14th MPD partnered with St. Paul Foundation to host their final Safe Summer Nights BBQ of the year. Community members came out to Cedar Field Park for a fun and safe evening with free food and refreshments. The group served 600 hot dogs and 600 hamburgers to the community. Seven bicycles were […]
Community Engagement Team serves food and hands out books at House of Charity
On Monday, August 13th the Community Engagement Team volunteered and served food to the residents at the House of Charity downtown. Officers also handed out books to the children from our Mobile Free Little Library.
Minneapolis Police Act Quickly in Arrest of Last Night’s Homicide
August 10, 2018 (MINNEAPOLIS) Working off of leads generated at the scene, as well as physical evidence, the Minneapolis Police Department were able to arrest an adult male for the murder that happened August 9th on the 1000 block of Morgan Avenue North. Jamar Mullins was booked into the Hennepin Adult Detention Center on Probable […]
Daily Dose of Great Police Work
A Daily Dose of Great Police Work doesn’t always have to mean feats of heroism; rather it can be an instance when officers make a positive impact on someone’s life by a compassionate act Shortly after taking over the East Hennepin Ave Beat in June, an MPD officer noticed a homeless man who would come and […]
Minneapolis Police Begin Homicide Investigation After Evening Shooting
Media Release August 9, 2018 (MINNEAPOLIS) Officers from the Minneapolis Police Department’s Fourth Precinct responded to a report of a shooting on the 1000 block of Morgan Av. N. at approximately 8:11 p.m. Officers located a male victim without a pulse and performed CPR until they were relieved by fire and EMS crews. […]
National Night Out 2018 promotes police-community partnerships
On Tuesday, August 7th the MPD celebrated National Night Out (NNO) with the community. They visited with people in all segments of Minneapolis to help build a healthier, safer community. NNO generates support for anti-crime programs and strengthens police-community relations. It is the largest event of its kind in Minneapolis and the nation.
MPD invites you to the last Safe Summer Nights event of the season
On Tuesday, August 14th Minneapolis Police Department is hosting the last Safe Summer Nights event of the season from 5 to 7 p.m. at Cedar Field Park (2500 Cedar Ave). All are welcome for a fun and safe evening in the city with free food and refreshments. This event will happen rain or shine. For […]
Minneapolis Police Activities League (PAL) kids engage in Fan Jam Team’s Pre-Final Four event
On Tuesday, July 31st the Minneapolis Police Activities League (PAL) program Brain and Body Camp was selected for a visit from the upcoming 2019 Minneapolis Final Four Local Organizing Committee. Since June, Fan Jam has been traveling the state to drive awareness of the upcoming Final Four and surrounding events with a focus on youth, […]