Today, the Gulfport Police Department is remembering and celebrating the life of one of their own. It has now been ten years since Gulfport Lt. Rob Curry was killed in a motorcycle accident while on duty. His police motorcycle collided…
Being prepared for emergencies can be the difference between a tragedy and saving a life which is why police officers always take their training seriously. This week, different police forces from across the Coast will come together at the American…
Gulfport police held a press conference concerning a dangerous batch of drugs being sold on the streets. News 25’s Gina Tomlinson has more on what the community needs to know.
What started as a response to a medical call turned out to be a horrific turn of events for one Gulfport resident, whose Labrador was shot by Gulfport police this morning. He wants answers. It all started at about 8:30…
Today, students in the community of Gulfport are getting a lesson in making positive choices, courtesy of Gulfport Police Department and JZ 94.5. Chief Leonard Papania and the local district attorney are visiting middle schoolers at Gulfport Central and Bayou…
Starting at 3 p.m. Friday, Chandeleur Island Brewing Company and members of the Gulfport Police Department are looking to raise some money for Officer Luis Garcia to help him through his recovery process. Officer Garcia was injured during a collision…
As Mardi Gras season continues on the Coast, residents will get the chance to visit with the Gulfport Police Department tomorrow morning at ‘King Cake with a Cop.’ The event is a twist on ‘Donut with a Cop’ which began…
According to the Gulfport Police Department, Officer Luis Garcia has been released from the hospital. Officer Garcia was struck by a van on Monday, January 22nd. While he has a long recovery ahead, he is able to do so from…
Tonight, Gulfport Police Chief Leonard Papania held a press conference to update the public on Officer Luis Garcia’s health conditions. During the press conference, Chief Papania took the time to thank the Gulfport Fire Department and the Memorial Hospital staff…
Just days after a Facebook video went viral in Gulfport, the body cam footage of the incident that led to the original video has been released. This story has circulated around the community since it was first broken on Monday,…
Gulfport police have released body cam footage from the altercation with a Gulfport man who claims his family was held at gunpoint and accused of trying to rob their own home. Viewer discretion is advised.
The Gulfport Police Department is now under fire after a recent altercation with a man and his family. According to the driver, Kelvin Fairley, he was traveling with his wife and children when a Gulfport police officer stopped them just…
Some South Mississippi residents had the chance to learn about gun safety from the Gulfport Police Department this afternoon. Once a month, the Gulfport Police Department puts together a two-day civilian fire arm safety class for those interested in learning…
A two day gun safety course begins tonight with the Gulfport Police Department. News 25’s Taylor Rubach joins us at the gun range to tell us more on what civilians will be learning about the basics of firearm safety.
Gulfport police officers brewed coffee and conversation this morning with residents in the city. Gulfport Public Library hosted the department’s first Donut with a Cop event. Residents had the opportunity to speak with police officers as well as Chief Leonard…
Today a big announcement came from the Gulfport Police Department and the City of Gulfport. Coming in November, there will be a new car show in town. The event, which will be similar to Cruisin’ the Coast, will feature exotic…
Are you a beginner gun owner or want to freshen up on handgun safety? The Gulfport Police Department is offering a civilian firearm safety course for basic handgun safety. Those who wish to attend must provide their own handgun and…
The hefty number of Gulfport police officers set to retire has some city officials worried. In the next few years, 43 Gulfport police officers become eligible to retire and according to officials that means over 1,000 years of experience. City…
The Gulfport Police Department needs your help locating two suspects of an armed robbery. Police say two males you see here entered the Motel 6 on Highway 49 around 1:15 Saturday morning. Both suspects pulled out handguns and demanded money.…
Police officers in Mississippi are getting advanced lessons on DUI enforcement. About a dozen officers from across the state are taking classes at the Gulfport Police Department. These classes focus on drug impaired driving, where officers go a step further…
A lengthy investigation regarding an officer-involved fatal collision comes to a close today. A grand jury cleared Gulfport Police Officer Tony Alves of any wrongdoing in the death of 54-year-old Edgar Lambert. Lambert was walking across Highway 49 when he…
Gulfport police officers patrolled the streets from a different perspective this morning with Operation Lifesaver. Officer on a Train is an initiative to promote public safety at railroad crossings in Gulfport. Two officers rode inside a Kansas City Southern Railway…
Today we remember family, friends, and heroes at the Gulfport Police Department’s Fallen Officer Ceremony. From 1900 to 2008, the Gulfport Police Department has lost eight brave men in the line of duty. News 25’s Taylor Rubach spoke with family…
Our local police officers are the men and women who put their lives on the line to protect and take care of our safety every day, but who takes care of them? That’s where GCOPS steps in. Gulfport Community Organization…