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Chief W. H. “Skip” Holbrook
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.
Columbia Police Chief W.H. “Skip” Holbrook announces the arrest of a 14-year-old male in connection with yesterday’s fatal stabbing of a 13-year-old male in North Columbia. CPD investigators have arrested…
Columbia Police Chief W.H. ‘Skip’ Holbrook announces a second arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Byron Road last week. This evening, suspect Rashu Ahemn (DOB: 7-24-1991)…
Columbia Police Chief W.H. ‘Skip’ Holbrook announces an arrest in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred on Byron Road last week. Donald Moore (DOB: 12-17-1992) is charged with Murder,…
Earlier today, an attorney representing assault suspect Sir Brandon Legette conducted a news conference, which was carried live by local news outlets. The news conference addressed an August 2019 Columbia…
The mask ordinance that was passed by City Council on Tuesday June 23, 2020 will take effect tomorrow Friday, June 26. In an effort to help familiarize Columbia citizens and…
Latest CPD Publications
2018 Internal Affairs Report
We understand that every interaction a Columbia Police Officer has with a member of the public, whether through an enforcement action or community engagement, is an opportunity to build trust and legitimacy, enhance the reputation of the police department and increase citizen satisfaction with the services we provide. 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 2019 investigations.
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