Richmond Police Department

The Richmond Police Department is providing additional information regarding the recent attempted murder of one of our police officers during a call for service involving our partners with A3 (Contra …

On Friday, the Richmond Police Department announced that Officer Justin Church, who was wounded in the shooting has been released from the hospital and is now recovering with family. “We …

A Richmond Police Officer was wounded Thursday after an A3 call out, the officer is expected to survive.  RICHMOND, Calif. — At approximately 6:41 p.m. Thursday, A3 was contacted regarding …

RICHMOND, Calif. — On August 23, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Richmond Police Department officers responded to a fatal hit-and-run collision at the intersection of 23rd Street and Hellings Avenue. …

A relative has been arrested in connection to a fire that killed a 47-year-old man and a 5-year old boy while two others are still in the hospital. Richmond, CA …

The Richmond Police Department says a suspect has been arrested following a deadly double stabbing late Tuesday night in the 1700 block of Wood Place. Police identified the victim as …

The Richmond Police Department reports officers safely removed two illegal firearms from our streets within hours of one another, demonstrating their continued commitment to keeping our community safe. According to police, …

The Richmond Police Department announced it wrote 76 tickets and made 2 arrests during a traffic enforcement operation on Tuesday. According to police, the joint operation with neighboring agencies in …

The Richmond Police Department announced late Tuesday that it is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 4500 block of Potrero Avenue. Officers responded to the area and are actively …

The Richmond Police Department has arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred on May 29, 2026, in the 200 block of West Nevin Avenue. At approximately …

Measure establishes a dedicated Public Safety Fund and a 187-officer minimum staffing floor — while fully preserving Council budget authority and protecting all legal obligations. RICHMOND, CA — A proposed …

The Richmond Police Department says four illegal firearms recovered during one traffic stop. According to police, this last Thursday during swing shift in the city’s Southern District, Richmond officers conducted …

On April 17, 2026, at approximately 9:57 a.m., officers with the Richmond Police Department responded to the 5600 block of Clinton Avenue for a welfare check. The resident of the …

The Richmond Police Department Detectives are investigating a homicide that occurred Thursday at approximately 10:59 a.m. in the 2400 block of Aberdeen Way. Officers responded to reports of shots being …

On Friday, the Richmond Police Department, in partnership with Code Enforcement, conducted two tobacco enforcement operations at local businesses operating without the required licenses to sell tobacco products. As a …

On Tuesday, the Richmond City Council agreed to turn back on automatic license plate readers and extend its contract with FLOCK through the end of the year. In a split …

After the Richmond City Council failed to take action during its March 3 meeting, the council is set to take action on its Flock Safety Contract extension on March 17, …

Martinez, California – A public report on a 2025 fatal use-of-force incident involving Richmond Police has been released by the Contra Costa District Attorney’s Office. The report is the final step …

On Tuesday, several members of the Richmond Police Officers Association spoke at the Richmond City Council to warn that the city managers inaction exposes the city to legal liability. The …

Martinez, California – A jury in Contra Costa County reached a verdict that convicted a Richmond pastor of various offenses related to the sexual assault of a child. On February …

Contra Costa County – Today, the District Attorney’s Office dismissed all charges against former Richmond Police Officer Eric Smith, Jr. during a brief court appearance. The dismissal comes in the …

Martinez, California – A jury was unable to reach a verdict in the trial of former Richmond Police officer Eric Smith Jr. Smith, who is 31 years old, was charged …

Richmond, CA — On January 12, 2026, at approximately 3:17 p.m., Richmond Police Department officers responded to a report of a traffic collision with injuries in the 2000 block of …

The Richmond and San Pablo Police Departments report a man wanted in connection with a homicide turned the gun on himself and is now in critical condition. San Pablo, CA …

The Richmond Police Department are investigating a homicide that occured Monday within the City of Richmond. According to police, at approximately 1:43 p.m. today, officers responded to reports of an …