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Jan 14
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Media Advisory: City of Columbia Leaders to Host Press Conference Regarding Local Public Safety Ahead of Planned Protests

By Jennifer Timmons News

On behalf of the City of Columbia Public Relations Department: WHAT: The City of Columbia leaders will hold a brief press conference addressing preparation and operations related to local public…

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Dec 09
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Safeguarding Holiday Packages

By Jennifer Timmons News

‘Tis the season for thieves or ‘porch pirates’ to look for crimes of opportunity like stealing delivered packages from your porch or front steps. Here are a few helpful safety…

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Nov 09
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Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council Extends and Amends Emergency Ordinance Extending Mask Face Coverings and Temporary Suspension of Meetings

By Shawna Washington News

Mayor Steve Benjamin and Columbia City Council unanimously approved an emergency ordinance that amends the emergency ordinance extending mask face coverings. Also this emergency ordinance extends the temporary suspension of…

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Oct 29
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Crimestoppers: Strong Arm Robbery Investigation

By Jennifer Timmons News

Columbia Police Department (CPD) Investigators are releasing surveillance video and a picture of a man accused of stealing money from a female at a North Columbia store. The incident happened…

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Oct 06
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Register to Vote Online – Vote.org

By Shawna Washington News

Register to vote online with Vote.org. Fast, free, secure and nonpartisan. It takes less than 2 minutes to register to vote. Get started now at https://www.vote.org/register-to-vote/

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Oct 06
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Halloween 2020 Safety Tips from the CDC

By Shawna Washington News

Many traditional Halloween activities can be high-risk for spreading viruses. There are several safer, alternative ways to participate in Halloween. If you may have COVID-19 or you may have been…

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Sep 22
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Traffic Safety Officers Investigate Serious Collision Involving a Motorcyclist

By Jennifer Timmons News

The Columbia Police Department’s (CPD) Traffic Safety Unit (TSU) continues to investigate a serious collision involving a motorcycle and pickup truck last night. Officers were dispatched to the 7400 block…

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Sep 21
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Teen Male Charged After Stolen Car Crashes into Apartment

By Jennifer Timmons News

Columbia Police Department (CPD) officers have arrested a 17-year-old male on multiple charges after a foot pursuit in North Columbia. Preliminary Information: Shortly after 5:00 p.m., the teen is accused…

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Sep 10
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Columbia Police Department 2019 Annual Report Now Available

By Shawna Washington News

Columbia Police Chief W. H. “Skip” Holbrook is pleased to announce the release of the department’s 2019 Annual Report. The annual report highlights significant events and achievements for the year,…

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Aug 27
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Public Safety Plan for Upcoming Protests

By Jennifer Timmons News

The Columbia Police Department, Richland County Sheriff’s Department, and additional law enforcement partners have a collaborative public safety plan in place for planned protests and marches this weekend. Multiple groups…

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  • Inside CPD
    • CPD ORGANIZATION
      • Chief of Police
      • Command Staff
      • Office of Professional Standards
      • Fallen Officers
      • Grants
      • Organizational Chart
    • ABOUT THE CPD
      • Mission & Vision
      • Core Values
      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • History
      • Policies & Procedures
      • Recruiting
    • CPD NEWS & INFORMATION
      • Press Releases
      • CPD News
      • Publications
      • Employee Recognition
      • Cold Cases
      • 8 Can’t Wait
  • Bureaus
    • ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
      • Crime Analysis
      • Drug Lab
      • Evidence Unit
      • Extended Operating Hours Permit
      • Planning & Research Unit
      • Records Unit
      • Special Projects Division
      • Staff Development Division
    • CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS
      • CSI Crime Lab
      • Fugitive Team
      • Investigations
      • Midland’s Gang Task Force
      • Organized Crime/Narcotics
      • Polygraph Operator
      • Cold Cases
    • PATROL
      • Code Enforcement Division
      • Patrol Division
    • SPECIAL OPERATIONS
      • Bomb Unit
      • Community Safety Officers
      • Court Services Unit
      • Disaster and Terrorism Awareness
      • K-9 Team
      • School Resource Officers
      • Special Events Unit
      • S.W.A.T.
      • Telephone Response Unit
      • Traffic Safety Unit
  • Programs
    • CPD PROGRAMS / INITIATIVES
      • Assisting Columbia’s Elderly
      • Beyond the Badge
      • Ceasefire Columbia
      • Citizen Advisory Council
      • Citizen’s Police Academy
      • Crime Prevention
      • Focused Deterrence
      • Front Porch Roll Calls
      • Mayor’s Initiatives
      • Project Safe Neighborhoods
      • Student Safety Tips
      • Victim Services
    • YOUTH BASED PROGRAMS
      • Child Safety
      • Explorer Program
      • Intern Program
      • RISK Program
      • Young Ambassadors
  • Services
    • General Services
      • Active Shooter Training
      • Drop-off/Pick-up Zone in Five Points
      • Fingerprints
      • Property Check Request Form
      • Security Assessments
      • Taxi Inspections
    • Special Event Services
      • Parade Permit
      • Request Street Closure
      • Special Duty Events
  • Careers
    • Cadet Program (Age: 18 – 20 ½)
      • Program Information
    • Candidates & Certified Officers
      • Selection Process
      • Qualifications
      • Basic Candidate School
      • Candidate Testing
      • Salary & Benefits
    • Applications
      • Obtain an Application
  • Get In Touch
    • Crime Reporting
      • Submit a Police Report
      • Midland’s Most Wanted
      • Submit a Tip
    • CPD Feedback
      • Commend an Officer
      • Citizen Satisfaction Survey
      • Submit Employee Complaint
      • Submit Traffic Complaint
    • Contact Information
      • Region Locations
      • Phone Directory
  • Submit a Tip
  • Nixle – Local Alerts