Salisbury Police Chief P.J. Smith attended the Gulf War Era Luncheon for local veterans today at the West End Plaza. Chief Smith was the guest of retired 82nd Airborne Sergeant Larry Hill. Chief attended in honor of his own son, the late PFC Turner, who was a Gulf War veteran.

Join us for a special “Meet the Chief” event, Tuesday, Aug. 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. at City Park. There, new Police Chief P.J. Smith will greet and engage with attendees about his vision for public safety in Salisbury. Meet the Chief is a “drop-in” event: ow.ly/wQOS50PBY9t.

Today, we released the video of Lt. Brooks rescuing a non-responsive truck driver from a burning tractor-trailer on I-85. The incident occurred on Tuesday, Aug. 8. Take a moment to read about his heroic rescue here: ow.ly/Cr4l50PI5yp.

Happy National Police Woman's Day! Join us in celebrating Salisbury’s female police officers and other women who serve in law enforcement. Thank you for your heroic accomplishments and contributions to the law enforcement profession.

September 25 is the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. We observe and pay tribute to murder victims and their surviving family members. Take a moment to watch as Rita Alexander shares her son’s story to honor his memory: vimeo.com/866940063.

Join us as we observe Domestic Violence Awareness Month by wearing purple on Wednesdays. If you are in a domestic violence situation, there is help. Contact the Family Crisis Council 24-hour Hotline at 704-636-4718.

Salisbury Police promotes lieutenants Corey Brooks and T. Justin Crews to captain, effective Monday, Dec.11. “It is my honor to promote two deserving officers within our department to the position of captain,” said Police Chief Smith. Read more: salisburync.gov.

The Salisbury Police Department is currently investigating a fatal vehicle accident in the 3600 block of S Main St. All lanes of travel are blocked so we ask anyone traveling in this area to find an alternate route.

The Salisbury Police Department extends its deepest condolences and prayers to Greensboro Police Department. SPD stands at the ready to offer any assistance you need.

Hey #SalisburyNC: It’s time for our annual reminders: ▪️Bullets fired into the air during celebratory gunfire can kill innocent bystanders. ▪️Don’t forget to secure firearms with a gun safe or lock. Let’s ring in 2024 safely!

We proudly announce that Sergeants Brandon Casper, Jeremy Hill and Jennifer Moreau will be promoted to lieutenant, effective Monday, Jan. 8. Click the link to read more: salisburync.gov.

Summer Grant Application Now Open! The West End Youth and Family Summer Program Grant sponsored by the Byrne Criminal Justice Innovation Grant is seeking proposals from qualified local organizations. For more information, please visit salisburync.gov/bcji.

Traffic Alert: Traffic accident at Jake Alexander and Klumac Road in #SalisburyNC. Crash scene has closed a portion of the intersection. Please seek an alternate route.

🚨 Attention, Salisbury and visitors🚨 No parking will be permitted in the 200, 300, and 400 blocks of Institute St. this Saturday during the Livingstone College vs. Winston-Salem State basketball game to allow an open flow of traffic. Come show your support for the Blue Bears.

The February 2024 monthly snapshot of select offenses is compiled with assistance from SPD crime analysts and the Rowan Regional Crime Information Center.

Our Victim's Advocacy Division, in partnership with our local Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. Chapter, hosts "Movement: Moving More for Mental Health," Saturday, May 4 at Bell Tower Green, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, visit: ow.ly/n52r50Rl8Sz