The Governor signed SB 1182 into law on Tuesday, May 13th. The new law was signed with a clause making it effective immediately. The bill contains a preemption of Cities & Towns' authority over allowed construction hours. The bill passed overwhelmingly (51-7-2 in the ...

Please join us in welcoming Justin Erickson as our new Police Chaplain to the department! The role of the Police Chaplain is to provide emotional and spiritual support to officers, staff, and community members during challenging and traumatic situations. This includes offering...

SCOTTSDALE PD MAKES BURGLARY ARRESTS LINKED TO PARADISE VALLEY CASES Case Numbers: 2025-00023486 and 2025-00023048   Scottsdale, Arizona – Two men, 22-year-old Aiden Cornish and 20-year-old Trent Kennedy, were arrested on July 23, 2025, in connection with a series of resi...

We had a full house at this month’s Coffee with a Cop, held every first Wednesday of the month! This session focused on the Police Department’s Annual Report, based on the fiscal year rather than the calendar year. Chief Carney, Commander DiVenti (Patrol Services), and Command...

Today we celebrate our beloved facility dog, Pepper — the heart and paws of the Paradise Valley Police Department!  Pepper plays a vital role as an emotional support animal for our officers, always ready with a wagging tail and a calming presence. Whether it’s a tough day...