Remembering one of the first black police officers in Gulfport
Malachi Lee was one of the first African-American police officers sworn into the Gulfport Police Department in 1949. Although Nellie Henry, Malachi Lee’s great-niece, was not…
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Gulfport Police Department to hold firearm safety classes
New gun owners have a shot at having all their questions answered by professionals at a reasonable price. Gulfport Police Sgt. Jason Ducre says a gun safety course will…
Several teens find help through mentorship in ‘Before the Bullet’ program
The ‘Before the Bullet’ campaign has been running for a couple of months and has seen some recent successes. ‘Before the Bullet’ is an intervention…
Gulfport has third suspect in April drive-by shooting in custody
A third suspect wanted in connection with a drive-by shooting that occurred on April 24, 2021, is now in custody, according to Gulfport Police. In a tweet sent out by the department about 7:30…
Dr. James Meredith speaks in Gulfport
The City of Gulfport hosted Civil Rights Activist Dr. James Meredith at MGCCC’s Performing Arts Center for a special presentation. Last night, Dr. Meredith spoke not only as a Civil…
City of Gulfport hosting Dr. James Meredith Wednesday
The City of Gulfport is hosting Civil Rights activist Dr. James Meredith tomorrow at MGCCC’s Performing Arts Center for a special presentation. In 1962, Meredith was the first…
Gulfport PD hosting Police in the Park Saturday
This Saturday you and the family may want to make plans to head over to the Gaston Hewes Recreation Center in Gulfport. It’s your chance to play some games, eat some food,…
Gulfport Police Department seeking new officers
The Gulfport Police Department is looking for men and women with a penchant for service amid staffing shortages along the Coast. The department will start officers with no experience at…
Gulfport Police Officer will appear on ‘Cops’
Airing tonight on the Fox Nation streaming service, Cops, the decades old docu-series, features Sgt. Steven Fore of the Gulfport Police Department. Members of the police department tell News…
St. Joseph Hospice serves Gulfport police free lunch
The team at St. Joseph Hospice visited the Gulfport Police Department today to offer free lunch to all of the officers. The team began cooking hotdogs and burgers…
Celebrate National Coffee with a Cop Day
Enjoy a cup of coffee and great conversation with Gulfport Police Department this Wednesday, October 6th. In honor of National Coffee with a Cop Day, meet up with GPD…
Seeking justice for La’Mello Parker
Today, the family of La’Mello Parker and supporting organizations came together to hold a press conference outside the Gulfport Police Department calling for police accountability. On May 3rd, three-month-old La’Mello Parker…
Day of fun at the inaugural Police at the Park event
The Gulfport Police Department had a fun day in the sun Saturday as they hosted their inaugural Police in the Park event. The police department…
Meet with local officers at ‘Police in the Park’
‘Police in the Park’ hopes to strengthen trust between police and the Gulfport community this Saturday. Making an effort to build relationships within the community they serve,…
School zone safety reminders for Gulfport School District
The new year-round school schedule in the Gulfport School District could confuse drivers as school zones have become active earlier than usual. The Gulfport Police Department wants to bring…
Working together to beautify Gulfport
This Saturday, the Gulfport community is coming together to beautify its neighborhoods. Gulfport Police Department is working with Extend a Hand, Help a Friend for their monthly community cleanup. They will…
Gulfport Police hold scouting combine
Those vying for a spot to protect and serve were put to work this weekend in Gulfport. They performed breech drills during their 'scouting combine' on Saturday. The event allowed them…
Gulfport Police ‘scouting combine’ hiring event
The Gulfport Police Department is one of the highest-paying departments in the region and they want those interested to join their team. Gulfport Police Department is hosting a scouting combine…
Hurricane and emergency preparedness event in Gulfport
Coast residents are encouraged to have emergency kits prepared for the hurricane season. Molina Cares has teamed up with American Red Cross and Gulfport police and fire departments to…
Gulfport Police Department holding ‘Choppin’ with Twelve’
Are you in need of a haircut? Turns out you can get a brand-new do and more at the Gulfport Police Department’s ‘Choppin’ with Twelve.’ The event is happening…
Gulfport Police kicking off Click it or Ticket campaign
With Memorial Day Weekend kicking off the unofficial start of summer and a busy driving season, the Gulfport Police Department is committing to cracking down on motorists who don’t wear seat belts as part of their 2021…
Gulfport PD holds Fallen Officer Ceremony
Today law enforcement officers and family members gathered at the Gulfport Police Department for their annual Fallen Officer Ceremony. Police departments across the country set aside this week to honor the men and women who lost their…
Man wanted in connection to drive-by shooting Tuesday evening arrested by Gulfport Police
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV) — The man police believe to be responsible for a drive-by shooting in Gulfport on Tuesday is now behind bars. Officers with the Gulfport Police Department arrested 19-year-old Jason Latrell McBeath early Wednesday morning. Jail records show…
Residents ‘chop it up’ with Gulfport police
The Gulfport Police Department created a unique event that brings the public and the police department together to discuss issues and important topics within the community. The barbershop is a way to bring people together from different…