Recruit Class 121 enjoyed an early morning in Ocean View for their recruit class beach day workout – a tradition that’s become a true rite of passage for academy classes nearing graduation day. Following a quick basketball game to warm up, recruits jogged the shoreline, tackled teamwork drills, enjoyed an open-water swim, and had a chance to push one another on their journey towards becoming @NorfolkVA police officers. Class 121 is closing in on the finish line – and they’re doing it as a team! If you’re looking for a career with purpose and teamwork, consider joining us. Contact a recruiter at NPDJobs.com to learn more. #NPD #PoliceAcademy #OceanView

The roadway closure is no longer in place as Lafayette Boulevard has reopened to all traffic.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area of the 1600 block of Lafayette Boulevard while authorities investigate a single-vehicle crash with life-threatening injuries. The investigation is expected to impact the morning commute. Closures along Lafayette Boulevard extend from Tidewater Drive to the base of the bridge at Villa Circle. Motorists – especially large vehicles such as public transportation buses – are encouraged to use Willow Wood Drive to the north or Lindenwood Avenue to the south as alternate routes. More information related to the circumstances around the crash, and updates to the road closure, will be shared once they become available. Initial call came in shortly before 3:15 a.m.

Meet our newest E911 Telecommunicators! These professionals are stepping into a role that anchors every emergency response, every call for help, and every life-saving moment in our city. Their careers start now, but their impact will be felt for years. Welcome to the team – your dedication strengthens the entire department, and we’re proud to have you on this path!

More people are on the roads! ☀️🌡️ Drivers — watch out for walkers, runners, bicyclists, and everything in between. Pedestrians — follow the rules of the road and use crosswalks when available.

Norfolk Police investigating homicide following assault on North Military Highway. For more information: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home…

Interested in joining our team? Looking for meaningful work that matters to your community? We have openings now! Be part of something bigger!

Update: Mr. Davis has been taken into custody and is being held without bond in the Norfolk City Jail. More details are available here: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home…

Norfolk Police ask for the public's help to locate a wanted attempted abduction suspect. Read all available details here: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home… Anyone with information about James R. Davis' whereabouts is asked to call the Norfolk Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or use the P3Tips mobile app.

No filters! Just coffee & great conversation with your local police officers 🚔 Join NPD on Friday, June 5th, at the Starbucks store in Wards Corner for this month's coffee with a cop. 📍Wards Corner Starbucks -7550 Granby Street ⏰10AM-12PM

Update: The following Missing Person bulletin has been cancelled as Williams was located in the City of Virginia Beach. Thank you for your assistance.

Today, our Norfolk team proudly took part in the 2026 Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics Virginia! We received the “Flame of Hope” from our partners in Virginia Beach and carried it 4.2 miles through the streets of Norfolk. The group included members of the Norfolk Police Department, Norfolk Sheriff’s Office, Old Dominion University Police Department, Norfolk State University Police Department, and Norfolk Probation & Parole personnel. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is an annual tradition where law enforcement professionals across the country unite to raise awareness and support for Special Olympics, an organization that provides year-round sports training, competitions, and inclusive programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Their mission is simple and powerful: create opportunities for achievement, confidence, and belonging through the joy of sport. We’re honored to continue this tradition and stand alongside the incredible athletes who inspire us every day.

Norfolk Police are asking the public for help locating a missing 50-year-old man. Read more details here: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home…

New month, new 9⃣1⃣1⃣ numbers. During May, NPD Officers & Dispatchers handled over 22,900 calls for service‼️ Thank you, team NPD, for all your hard work. Need to report a crime in @NorfolkVA? Dial 911 during emergencies, or 757-441-5610 for non-emergencies.

Ready to learn, 🚔 This week, we welcomed our 2026 @NorfolkVA Emerging Leaders summer interns on board as they begin their career path in policing and explore all this profession has to offer alongside the Norfolk Police Department.

Norfolk Police investigating deadly overnight crash involving pedestrian. Read more here: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home…

🚨NPD monitors pop-up events promoted on social media platforms and increases staffing in areas where these unpermitted events are happening.🚨 Reminder, events taking place without the necessary permits are not authorized and will be shut down immediately. Let’s work together to have a safe weekend. If you see something suspicious or illegal, always report it to the police.

Three charged in connection with Goff Street shooting that left woman dead. Read more here: norfolk.gov/m/newsflash/Home…

NPD monitors pop-up events promoted on social media platforms and increases staffing in areas where these unpermitted events are happening. Reminder, events taking place without the necessary permits are not authorized and will be shut down immediately. Let’s work together to have a safe weekend. If you see something suspicious or illegal, always report it to the police.

As the @nhtsagov Click It or Ticket campaign draws to a close this weekend, we would like to take a moment and remind all drivers to BUCKLE-UP! Seatbelts save lives!