Yesterday, we welcomed our 2026 Spring Interns to the Raleigh Police Department! To learn more about our internship program, visit: https://t.co/NxDXnO2QSn

January is National Mentorship Month! We are proud to recognize our RPD Youth Mentors who continue to rise to the occasion for our youth and our department. Your dedication speaks volumes, and your service does not go unnoticed. #Youth #RPD #Mentors #NationalMentorshipMonth

On 1/12/2025, Rakem Elliot exited a vehicle and began walking along I-40 from Hammond Rd. toward Rock Quarry Rd. He was last seen walking eastbound in the westbound lanes. Anyone with information should contact the Raleigh Police Department or Raleigh CrimeStoppers.

We are now recruiting for our June 2026 Lateral School. Enjoy strong benefits, accelerated training, & the chance to serve a city ranked #1 for economic vitality & job growth. Certified applicants are eligible for up to a $5,000 signing bonus! Learn more: https://t.co/gPasAdcGag

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. We are committed to prevention, awareness, & holding traffickers accountable. Need help or have information? Call the National Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-888-373-7888. In an emergency, call 911. Visit: https://t.co/dM6byNOOZM

Join us today, January 10, for our next hiring event! We will be offering PT testing so please bring clothes that you can exercise in. Attendees will also have an opportunity to speak with recruiters. Learn more & register: https://t.co/YUvSRm9zx2

Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day 2026! We are proud of our RPD team and grateful for all they do.👏🚔 This week, we celebrated our sworn and professional staff with a meal from Parker’s BBQ as a small thank-you for the dedication and service they provide to our community.

It’s time to lock up! Every Thursday we remind our community of the important steps they can take to reduce break-ins within their neighborhood. Keep your belongings out of sight at night and always complete the #9PMRoutine. 👀 #9PMRoutine #RPD #CrimePrevention

1/8/2026 Update: 19-year-old Norvell Young and 21-year-old Jose Collado are both now in custody. The Raleigh Police Department expresses gratitude to the Forsyth County Sheriff's Office for their help in apprehending Mr. Collado. Read the full release:

Happy #ThrowbackThursday! Pictured is (retired) Major L.M. Smith wearing the Raleigh Police Department winter uniform from 1956. The uniform featured an outer coat, Sam Browne belt with shoulder strap, navy blue uniform hat, and gray trousers. #TBT #RaleighPD #RPD #Winter

Applications are now open for the Raleigh Police Department’s Community Police Academy! Watch our latest YouTube video to learn more: https://t.co/vI31Qrl471 🗓️ Applications for our spring session are due January 21:

From 12/15/25 – 1/4/26, we participated in the Booze It & Lose It campaign in partnership with @NC_GHSP. These enforcement efforts are about more than numbers—they’re about saving lives and keeping our community safe.

Update: 1/6/26 2:30 p.m. Officers have cleared the scene. The suspect is still at large. Community members are urged to remain vigilant and contact law enforcement if any suspicious activity or persons are observed. Officers continue to investigate this incident.

Raleigh Police Department is attempting to locate a person of intertest in the area of New Bern Avenue and Corporation Parkway. Read the full news release here: https://t.co/LdvtWe7Mqe

The Raleigh Police Department is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Our department has a well-deserved reputation in the law enforcement community for training, professionalism, & rigorous standards. Visit: https://t.co/DYYjpKv0vN

We want to say thank you to the Cook family, who recently brought our Downtown District lunch & a kind letter. Support from the community reinforces what our work stands for: service, integrity, & commitment our community. As the new year begins, that commitment continues.

Our Raleigh Dream basketball team is hitting the court in the NC Government Basketball Winter league at Worthdale Community Center. It’s a great opportunity to prioritize wellness, build connections, & engage with government employees from across the county.

On January 3, 2026, at 6:33 a.m., Raleigh Police Officers responded to a burglary at 819 Clay Street. The victim, identified as Zoe Welsh, called 911 to report that a man was inside her residence. To read the full news release, click here: https://t.co/9j1cvMXAij

New year, new goals… same 9PMRoutine. ⏰ Before you wind down for the night, take a few minutes to lock doors, turn on lights, and remove valuables from vehicles. Start 2026 with smart, simple safety habits. #9PMRoutine #NewYearNewHabits #RaleighPD #RPD #SafetyFirst

Starting the New Year with a look back! Captured in the early 2000s, this photo shows our Mounted Unit in front of Raleigh’s iconic New Year’s Eve acorn. A familiar sight in downtown Raleigh & a reminder of the traditions that continue to bring our community together. #TBT