Justin Herring Memorial Blizzard Battle brings friendly competition to Gulfport on Miracle Treat Day
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) -- Gulfport's Dairy Queen celebrated Miracle Treat Day in a unique way on Thursday. Members of the Gulfport…
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Gulfport PD hosting 2025 National Night Out event
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- It’s that time of year again where police departments on the Coast and across the country are organizing events to connect with the communities they…
Gulfport officer returns to light duty following motorcycle accident
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- A Gulfport police office is returning to light duty following a motorcycle accident in April. Sgt. Jason Cuevas was on his motorcycle when he…
Gulfport sees increase in car break-ins
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) --Gulfport Police Department says the city has seen a recent increase in vehicle break-ins, with many of the cars being burglarized while unlock. It's a problem…
Gulfport Police pick up alligator from school
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You never know what the job might bring, Gulfport Police were called to a local school due to an alligator on Wednesday. The alligator was brought…
NEW DETAILS: Man charged with First-Degree Murder after Saturday shooting at Gulfport function
Gulfport, Miss. (WXXV)--Gulfport Police have charged a 24-year-old man with First-Degree murder after allegedly shooting and killing another man at an event Saturday afternoon. Tyran Gable is also charged with aggravated assault in this shooting, which stemmed from a child…
Veterans tour the Gulfport Police Department
Gulfport police hosting a few veterans from the Armed Forces Retirement Home today. The veterans toured the police facility and met with the SWAT Team. As a special treat, a…
Runaway children found in Gulfport
The Gulfport Police Department located two runaway children, Summer Moore and A’nyla Moore, of Gulfport, Mississippi. Summer Moore is described as a 12-year-old black female, 5’1” tall, weighing 100 lbs., with brown eyes and black-and-purple braided hair. She was last…
Gulfport PD searching for man wanted for manslaughter
Gulfport Police are searching for a man wanted for manslaughter in a case dating back to this past November. Gulfport Police say Ellis Townsend assaulted a 75-year-old just before 11:30 the morning of November 18th, 2024. Townsend was on duty…
WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter rides along with Gulfport Police Department - National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
To honor National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, WXXV 25's Jordyn Lassiter shadowed Gulfport PD to experience a police officer's daily life. She got paired with the narcotics team as they monitor…
Westminster Presbyterian Church in Gulfport hosting fall festival
The Westminster Presbyterian Church is hosting their fall festival on October 19th. Head over to the church from 2 PM to 4 PM, fun also happening at Bayou View Park.…
A.L.E.R.R.T. Training with Lucas Warren and Gulfport PD
The Gulfport Police Department invited WXXV News 25’s Lucas Warren to participate in a special training session that will make sure they’re prepared for any situation. Advanced Law…
Gulfport community shares coffee with local law enforcement officers
South Mississippi police officers woke up bright and early this morning to connect with the communities they serve. Gulfport police officers say the best way to start…
Gulfport Police Department holds gun safety class
Gulfport Police hosted an introduction to gun safety course. WXXV News 25’s Marco Bitonel takes a look at how it is providing essential training for gun owners.
Gulfport Police honor their working pups for National Dog Day
Police departments across the Gulf Coast are honoring their four-legged officers today! They look like they have 'ruff' jobs, but they are truly loved! These are the Gulfport Police…
Gulfport Police unveil special vehicles to spread awareness of childhood cancer
Gulfport Police unveiled special police vehicles at Jones Park on August 21st. The newest cars in the department have a yellow ribbon on them, representing hope and awareness for childhood cancer. Gulfport Police say they are grateful to Gulf Coast…
Gulfport Police Department offering gun safety resources
The Gulfport Police Department is now offering free gun locks for gun owners. The locks are available upon request at the front desk at the Gulfport Police headquarters. It…
Gulfport Police and Fire take ‘ALERRT’ training
Members of the Gulfport Police and Fire Departments are working together to perfect their response to active shooter situations by taking part in a new training program called ‘Advanced…
Gulfport Police Department hosts National Night Out
The Gulfport Police Department invited the community to a night of fun and fellowship in its National Night Out event on Tuesday. The event encouraged community togetherness and, as GPD Public…
Cops, Pops, and Pups community event
Gulfport Police are set to host an adoption event on July 27th. Cops, Pops, and Pups will take place at Jones Park from 4 p.m. to…
TRAFFIC ALERT: Gulfport PD working accident on Hewes Ave and Glover St.
Gulfport Police Department is currently working a single vehicle accident on Hewes Avenue and Glover Street. The northbound and southbound lanes of Hewes Avenue are blocked from Glover Street to Galloway Drive. Please avoid the area and use an alternate…
Gulfport Police Department still searching for suspect in shooting
Gulfport police are still searching for a suspect connected to a Monday morning shooting. WXXV's Brooke Parker has been collecting information on this case and brings us the latest.
Suspect wanted in fatal Gulfport shooting, victim identified
The Gulfport Police Department is searching for a man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting Monday morning. On May 6, 2024, at approximately 1:21 a.m., the Gulfport Police Department responded to the 9100 block of Highway 49 in reference…
Wreck on Highway 49 blocks northbound lane
The Gulfport Police Department is currently working a wreck on Highway 49 and 30th Street. The northbound lanes of Highway 49 are blocked from 32nd Street to 29th Street. Drivers are asked to find an alternate route. Gulfport Police Department…