Phoenix Police mourn the death of Officer Daryl Raetz, #8899

Shortly after 3:30 a.m. on May 19, 2013, Officer Daryl Raetz, #8899 and his partner were finishing the processing of the scene from a DUI stop in the area of 51st Avenue and Cambridge.  At that time, Officer Raetz was struck by another vehicle, which was traveling northbound on 51st Avenue.  Officer Raetz was transported to a local hospital, where he died of his injuries.

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 "Too Young to Drink" Stop Underage Drinking PSA  Winners 

On May 1st, 2013, the winners for the 2013 Phoenix Police Department “Too Young to Drink” PSA Contest were announced at the awards ceremony held at North Canyon High School.  Phoenix Police Chief Daniel V. Garcia and Mr. Alberto Gutier of the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety were on hand to present the awards to the finalists.

Gun Buy Back Program
The Gun Buyback program will provide residents an opportunity to voluntarily turn in unwanted firearms in exchange for gift cards, while engaging our communities towards a common goal of reducing gun violence and improving safety. In partnership with Mayor Greg Stanton, the Phoenix Police Department, Arizonans for Gun Safety, and faith-based organizations, the gun buyback effort will provide three centralized locations where firearms can be turned in anonymously -- no questions asked.

New Brochure from Phoenix Police

The Phoenix Police Department has prepared a brochure to share with the community called "Policing with a Purpose."