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Mayor Tishaura O. Jones and SLMPD Joint Statement on Planned Protest at St. Louis University
The Jones Administration and the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department are aware of a protest planned on SLU campus this evening.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 05/01/2024 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Executive Order on Surveillance Transparency and Accountability, Announces SLMPD Transparency Efforts
Executive Order 78 establishes transparency and accountability measures for surveillance technology utilized by the SLMPD.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 02/23/2024 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, Joined by President Megan Green, Alderman Shane Cohn, and Safe Streets Advocates, Announces New Effort to Implement Automated Traffic Enforcement in St. Louis
The effort is a part of the St. Louis Safer Streets initiative, which aims to improve street and pedestrian safety.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Board of Aldermen,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/18/2023 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Gun Safety, Police Accountability Bills
Both bills were passed out of the Board of Aldermen and sent to the mayor’s desk following feedback from SLMPD Chief Robert J. Tracy.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of the City Counselor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 08/03/2023 -
City of St. Louis Files Federal Lawsuit Against Kia, Hyundai for Automaker’s Failure to Install Industry-Standard Safety Technology
Since May of 2022, the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department (SLMPD) has received more than 4,500 reports of thefts of Kia or Hyundai vehicles.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of the City Counselor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 03/27/2023 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Announces Chief Robert Tracy as the City of St. Louis’ Next Chief of Police
Jones announced the appointment of former Wilmington, Delaware Chief of Police Robert Tracy to head the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of the Mayor | 12/14/2022 -
City of St. Louis Releases List of Police Chief Finalists Ahead of Tuesday Town Hall
The City has expanded this town hall to include four candidates to offer the public a more robust opportunity to hear from top voices.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of the Mayor | 12/05/2022 -
City of St. Louis to Hold Public Town Hall with Police Chief Finalists on Tuesday, December 6
The town hall will take place at 6:00pm at Vashon High School. The City expects to announce a decision on a final hire by the end of the year.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 11/22/2022 -
St. Louis Opens Registrations for City’s National Night Out in October
St. Louis’ National Night Out will be held on Tuesday, October 4, 2022, from 6pm to 9pm.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Neighborhood Stabilization Team,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 07/05/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Executive Order Prohibiting Use of No-Knock Warrants by Police in City of St. Louis
The order prevents law enforcement from entering an individual’s property without notification
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 06/14/2022 -
City of St. Louis Outlines Violence Prevention Efforts, Summer Fun STL Youth Programming Locations Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
In addition to concentrated patrols by the Police Department, the City of St. Louis is working to expand youth programming efforts across the city.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 05/26/2022 -
City of St. Louis Urges Residents to Utilize “Lock It For Love” Gun Lock Program at St. Louis Fire Engine Houses, Select Public Library Branches, Area SLMPD Stations
Following the tragic shootings of multiple children in the past week, City leaders are urging residents to utilize the city’s free gun lock program.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Fire Department,Office of the Mayor | 03/30/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Signs Bill Making St. Louis More Competitive in Police Officer Retention While Protecting City Tax Dollars
Board Bill 195 requires police officers who leave SLMPD within four years of completing their training to compensate the city for said training.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Board of Aldermen | 03/24/2022 -
SLMPD Salutes those who have paved the way
Black History Month 2022
Newsgram | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 02/28/2022 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones Highlights City’s Efforts to Retain $5.5 Million to Protect First Responders, Improve 911 System Through Negotiations with Attorney General Eric Schmitt
Jones et al outlined negotiations with the Attorney General office over a settlement agreement related to the wrongful conviction case of George Allen
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Office of the City Counselor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 11/22/2021 -
Mayor Tishaura O. Jones, Joined by Center for Policing Equity and Violence Prevention Commission, Hold Town Hall Outlining Principles to Reimagine Public Safety
Jones and others held a virtual town hall meeting to take questions from the public and outline principles for reimagining public safety.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Office of the Mayor | 09/24/2021 -
Statement from Public Safety Director Dan Isom on Recent Downtown Violence
A statement from Isom regarding a shooting last night on the 2000 block of St. Charles, where three people were shot and one killed.
Press release | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Department of Public Safety | 09/21/2021 -
Center for Policing Equity and St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Release Findings from National Justice Database Study
St. Louis Community Encouraged to Provide Feedback at Upcoming Town Hall
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/16/2021 -
City of St. Louis, Business, Civic and Community Leaders Come Together to Form Downtown Engagement and Public Safety Initiative
The Downtown Engagement and Public Safety Initiative will improve public safety while presenting a positive vision for an active cultural destination.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/14/2021 -
SLMPD Chief John Hayden Announces February Retirement, City to Begin New Police Chief Search
St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Chief John Hayden announced his intention to retire on February 23, 2022 after 35 years of service.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/08/2021 -
Mayor Krewson, Director Edwards, and Chief Hayden Announce Release of Final Assessment Report on the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
Mayor Krewson, Director Edwards, and Chief Hayden release the final assessment report from Teneo Risk on the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 12/21/2020 -
Statement from Mayor Lyda Krewson on the Passing of SLMPD Officer
Statement from Mayor Lyda Krewson on the Passing of Officer Tamarris L. Bohannon of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 08/31/2020 -
Mayor Krewson, Chief Hayden, and Director Edwards Announce Outside Review of the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
The review, which is set to begin in July, will be conducted under the leadership of Chief Charles Ramsey
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 07/01/2020 -
Joint Statement Regarding Use of Force Policies and Training for the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department
A joint statement from Mayor Krewson, Director Edwards, and Chief Hayden
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Department of Public Safety,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 06/16/2020 -
St. Louis Fire and Police Departments Join Partner Agencies to Plant Trees with Residents
Effort to Beautify Neighborhoods and Build Relationships with First Responders
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Fire Department,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Department of Parks, Recreation, and Forestry | 10/05/2018 -
St. Louis to Lift Residency Requirement for Up to 50 New Police Recruits
Beginning December 1, residency requirement is lifted for new recruits.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/28/2018 -
Fun Without Guns
Help us keep YOU safe! Let's end a senseless and dangerous tradition.
News/Announcement | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 12/31/2017 -
Mayor Krewson and Chief O'Toole call for independent investigation into Police Department's response to demonstrations
Mayor and Police Chief pledge investigation of St. Louis City Police Department’s response to demonstrations and civil disobedience.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 09/27/2017 -
Citizen Advisory Committee Announced to Assist Search for City Police Chief
Mayor Lyda Krewson has formed a Citizen Advisory Committee that will help guide the City during the search for a new chief of police
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 05/25/2017 -
Mayor Slay Signs Civilian Oversight Board Legislation into Law
Mayor Francis Slay signed the legislation into law today in his office with Alderman Terry Kennedy.
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department,Civilian Oversight Board | 05/06/2015 -
Mayor Slay Issues Statement on Passage of Civilian Oversight Board Legislation
Mayor Francis Slay will sign the legislation into law during a bill signing ceremony on May 5, 2015.
Press release | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 04/21/2015 -
Plan Unveiled to Add More Police, More Crime Prevention, Better Training
The proposal will be brought before the Board of Estimate & Apportionment.
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 01/22/2015 -
Mayor Slay Announces Partnership to Recruit, Train and Hire More African-American Police Officers
The Slay Administration is entering into an agreement with the Ethical Society of Police (ESOP)
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 11/04/2014 -
Missouri Supreme Court to Review St. Louis Red Light Safety Camera Case
Tupper vs. City of St. Louis is Only Case to have Trial Record
News/Announcement | Office of the Mayor,Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 06/24/2014 -
2014 Mardi Gras Celebration Sure to be a Safe and Fun Event
Grand Parade Day is Saturday March 1 and Fat Tuesday Parade Day is Tuesday, March 4, 2014
News/Announcement | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 02/25/2014 -
Police Officer Wendell Ishmon Second District Officer of the Year
Recognized at Awards Luncheon held on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2014
News/Announcement | Metropolitan St. Louis Police Department | 02/25/2014
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