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Jun 27, 2026
Update from the Payson Police Department A small exterior trailer fire occurred in the Diamond Point Shadows area, this evening. Thankfully, the situation has been brought under control, and the fire is now completely out. We would like to extend our gratitude to the Hellsgate...
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Jun 18, 2026
Congratulations to Officer Stuhmer! The Payson Police Department is proud to announce that Officer Stuhmer has been awarded the Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) award for his outstanding efforts in enforcing DUI laws and keeping our community safe. Officer Stuhmer is one o...
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Jun 4, 2026
TRAFFIC ALERT: Eastbound traffic on Highway 260, east of Payson, is being diverted through the center lane due to a disabled semi-truck near milepost 256. Please exercise extreme caution while traveling through the area, as officers and tow operators work to clear the scene. Y...
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Jun 1, 2026
Please see the attached press release regarding this morning’s pursuit of a homicide suspect out of Peoria.
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May 29, 2026
UPDATE: www.az511.gov is showing this incident clear and no effect on flow of traffic at this time. Attention all travelers heading southbound from Payson, AZ! Please be advised that there is an overturned commercial vehicle at St Hwy 87 milepost 249.5, blocking lane 2. Exerci...
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May 28, 2026
We're seeing an increase in these types of scams. Please see the attached flyer to protect yourself and your loved ones.
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May 20, 2026
The Payson Police Department would like to inform the public of an upcoming police training exercise in the area of 94 S Rainbow Dr in Star Valley. The training is scheduled to take place throughout the day today, on 5/20/2026. During this exercise, residents in the surr...
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May 7, 2026
Earlier today, Detectives with the Payson Police Department attempted to make contact with two subjects in the Star Valley area who were wanted in association with a previous incident. One subject was taken into custody immediately without incident. The...
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May 6, 2026
Police Training Exercise in Star Valley The Payson Police Department would like to inform the public of an upcoming police training exercise in the area of 94 S Rainbow Dr in Star Valley. The training is scheduled to take place around 7:00 PM. During this exercise, residents i...
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Apr 16, 2026
Attached is a PDF copy of the slideshow presented at this evening's community meeting.
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