Lynsey Smith

June 16th, 2026

The fastest growing crime you may not be talking about

Scammers are getting smarter. From fake government agents and tech support schemes to romance scams and fraudulent investment opportunities, scammers [Read More]

April 30th, 2026

Titles fade, relationships endure: Michael Johnson retires after 28 years with HPD

After 28 years with the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), Deputy Chief Michael “MJ” Johnson is stepping away from a career [Read More]

April 7th, 2026

HPD Capt. Tony McElyea brings FBI National Academy training back to Huntsville

The Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is celebrating a major milestone within its ranks. Capt. Tony McElyea recently graduated from the [Read More]

March 9th, 2026

Coming soon: HPD’s 2025 Annual Report

Get ready to be impressed! The 2025 Annual Report from the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is almost here and this [Read More]

December 29th, 2025

Huntsville Police Department: 2025 Rewind

From high-stakes calls to heartwarming community moments, 2025 was a year the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) will never forget. Officers [Read More]

December 3rd, 2025

What police accreditation means for Huntsville residents

When you hear that the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is going through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, [Read More]

November 20th, 2025

Happy Tails, Boomer: HPD honors a job well done

After six years of loyal service, K-9 Boomer with the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is officially clocking out. The retirement [Read More]

November 18th, 2025

Cracking cases then & now: HPD’s forensics evolution

Evidence doesn’t speak for itself – skilled people and smart technology make it talk. The Huntsville Police Department’s (HPD) forensic [Read More]

October 14th, 2025

Crime scene innovation: Shannon Pittman’s trailblazing role

Shannon Pittman is a standout member of the Huntsville Police Department (HPD), working as a civilian Crime Scene Technician. She’s [Read More]

September 19th, 2025

Ahead of Opioid Awareness Day, drug task force highlights gains and challenges

Opioids continue to affect families across north Alabama. From fentanyl-laced pills to drugs hidden in parcels or vehicles, the dangers [Read More]