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Chief W. H. “Skip” Holbrook
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On behalf of the dedicated employees of the Columbia Police Department, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website. I hope you find it informative and helpful in getting to know more about the Columbia Police Department, our employees, and the services we offer.
CPD Press Releases.
A former charter school teacher is under investigation by the Columbia Police Department’s (CPD) Special Victim’s Unit (SVU) after being accused of giving drugs and alcohol to a teen student.…
On behalf of the City of Columbia Media & Public Relations Department: City Manager Teresa Wilson has announced that the City of Columbia will host a parade in honor of…
A Columbia Police Department (CPD) officer has been placed on investigatory suspension after being arrested by the North Miami Beach Police Department this week. CPD was notified by the arresting…
From the United States Attorney's Office - District of South Carolina: Lontre Jason Wise, 51, of Columbia, has pleaded guilty to possession with the intent to distribute both crack cocaine…
From the United States Attorney District of South Carolina Office: COLUMBIA, S.C. — Dominic Sinclair, 38, of Columbia, was sentenced to 11 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to…
Latest CPD Publications
2020 Internal Affairs Report
The Office of Professional Standard’s Internal Affairs Unit produces an annual report to inform citizens about incidents of officer-involved shootings, use of force, vehicle pursuits, officer-involved collisions and complaints of misconduct. The report provides a complete overview of our internal affairs activities along with supporting data and information.
Additional CPD Information.
Public Data Initiative
The Columbia Police Department’s Public Data Initiative provides accessible, convenient and transparent information for those seeking details about our operations.
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Runaway Investigations
In an effort to locate juveniles who have been reported as runaways by family members, guardians or the SC Department of Social Services, the Columbia Police Department (CPD) is highlighting ongoing investigations.
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