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Jun 19
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Armed Robbery Investigation

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police are investigating an armed robbery that happened at a local fast food restaurant last night. The incident occurred at the PDQ located at 4456 Devine Street shortly before…
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Jun 19
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Armed Robbery Investigation; Suspect Demands Victim’s Car

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Officers are investigating an armed robbery that occurred at a fitness center early this morning. Officers were dispatched to Planet Fitness located at 7531 Garners Ferry Road shortly…
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Jun 15
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Crimestoppers: Stolen Construction Trailer

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Department Property Crime Investigators are releasing surveillance pictures related to a stolen construction trailer investigation. The theft happened at 8:00 a.m. on May 18, 2017 at a construction…
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Jun 15
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CPD Crime Prevention Tips: Auto Thefts & Break-ins

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases

As June temperatures rise, don’t let your guard down when it comes to protecting your vehicle and valuables. Columbia Police officers are providing safety tips to protect your belongings from…

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Jun 14
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Man Arrested After Wrecking Stolen Truck

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Department investigators and Traffic Safety Unit officers have charged a man in connection with a stolen vehicle wreck. John L. Griffin (DOB: 5-22-1955) is charged with Possession of…
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Jun 13
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CPD Investigators Make Arrests in Two Murder Investigations

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Investigators have arrested three people in connection with two murder investigations; One which occurred in 2015, the other, two months ago. The most recent case occurred on April…
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Jun 12
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Crimestoppers: Suspects Sought in Illegal Dumping Investigation

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
The Columbia Police Department's Code Enforcement officers are releasing surveillance pictures of male suspects accused of illegally dumping furniture in North Columbia. The men are seen throwing various pieces of…
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Jun 09
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Crimestoppers: Burglary Suspect Wanted

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Investigators are releasing surveillance pictures of a man wanted in connection with a home burglary investigation. The crime happened shortly after 8:00 a.m. on June 7, 2017 at…
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Jun 09
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Man Charged in Sexual Conduct with a Minor Investigation

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Investigators have charged a 43-year-old man with Kidnapping and Third Degree Criminal Sexual Conduct with a Minor. Eric Charles Johnson (DOB: 6-12-1974) is accused of fondling a 12-year-old…
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Jun 07
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Former Human Resources Supervisor Charged in Fraud Investigation

By Jennifer Timmons Press Releases
Columbia Police Investigators have arrested a former human resources manager in a fraud investigation. Teresa Yvonne Yarborough-Walker (DOB: 11-18-1967) is charged with Breach of Trust with Fraudulent Intent and First…
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    • CPD ORGANIZATION
      • Chief of Police
      • Command Staff
      • Office of Professional Standards
      • Fallen Officers
      • Grants
      • Organizational Chart
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      • CALEA Standards
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      • Frequently Asked Questions
      • History
      • Mission & Vision
      • Policies & Procedures
      • Recruiting
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      • Drug Lab
      • Evidence Unit
      • Extended Operating Hours Permit
      • Planning & Research Unit
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      • Special Projects Division
      • Staff Development Division
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      • CSI Crime Lab
      • Fugitive Team
      • Investigations
      • Midland’s Gang Task Force
      • Organized Crime/Narcotics
      • Polygraph Operator
    • PATROL
      • Code Enforcement Division
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    • SPECIAL OPERATIONS
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      • Community Safety Officers
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      • School Resource Officers
      • S.W.A.T.
      • Telephone Response Unit
      • Traffic Safety Unit
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      • Beyond the Badge
      • Ceasefire Columbia
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      • Fan the Heat
      • Focused Deterrence
      • Front Porch Roll Calls
      • Project Safe Neighborhoods
      • Student Safety Tips
      • Victim Services Unit & Victim Advocates
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      • Young Ambassadors for Justice
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