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Jun 8, 2026
⚡The Paradise Valley Police Department is excited to announce the addition of a Trek Electric Bike to our patrol resources. This e-bike enhances our ability to serve the community—quietly, efficiently, and with an even greater presence throughout our neighborhoods. Our PVPD Bi...
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Jun 8, 2026
Join us for our monthly Coffee With A Cop event! This month’s topic: Water Safety 🌊 Presented by The Phoenix Children's Foundation 📅 Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 ⏰ 8:30 AM 📍 PVPD Auditorium (6433 E Lincoln Dr) Stop by to meet your officers, ask questions, and learn about the impo...
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Jun 6, 2026
"One arrest can save a life. Hundreds of proactive decisions can save a community." This evening, Officer Charles Dennis was recognized by MADD Arizona as the 2026 Paradise Valley Officer of the Year for his exceptional work in DUI enforcement. Officer Dennis's dedication to i...
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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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Jun 1, 2026
Ever think ‘It’s just a quick text at the stop sign, no big deal’? Bridget did too… until Community Resource Officer Sagovnovic pulled up right beside her. She panicked, tossed her phone, and stared straight ahead like she was the most innocent driver in the world. But her pok...
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May 29, 2026
Congratulations to Officer Morales on successfully completing 21 weeks of rigorous training at the Northeastern Arizona Law Enforcement Training Academy, amassing over 800 hours of dedication and hard work! We are thrilled to see him embark on the next phase of his career, whe...
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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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