Philadelphia Police Department

Philadelphia is under a Code Purple Air Quality Alert for particulate matter due to wildfire smoke from Canada. This means that the air is very unhealthy to breathe. Trash pickup is suspended and pools and spraygrounds are closed Friday. Read more: tinyurl.com/bddmrtsd

The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection declared a statewide Code Red Air Quality Action Day today, July 16, due to wildfire smoke from Canada and Minnesota impacting our region. Read more from DEP: bit.ly/4aYBfia (1/2)

Major League Baseball’s All-Star Red Carpet Show takes place at 2pm today at Independence Mall. There will be first-come first-served bleacher seating and standing room space available. (1/2)

Did you experience damage from Saturday’s severe storm and have a question about tree removal, property damage inspection, where to report suspected repair scams, and how to document damage for insurance? Read our resource blog for those answers and more. phila.gov/2026-07-13-cit…

Traveling to Philly for MLB’s All-Star Village, Home Run Derby, or All-Star Game? Plan your trip! Use PennDot’s real-time traffic site. You’ll find maps, cameras, road conditions, and drive times along with real-time updates on incidents and construction tinyurl.com/3jbfes88

Wanted: Suspects for Multiple Commercial Burglaries in the 3rd District [VIDEO] phillypolice.com/news-blotter/w…

These pics of our @PhillyPolice @PPD19Dist officers in action during yesterday’s storm are being shared on social media platforms. This is the great work, our men & women do daily!They step up in all situations & jump right in with others in the community to save lives! PPDPride

The storm system that just moved through our area caused trees and power lines to come down. If you encounter a downed power line, stay far away and assume it's energized. Call 911 if there's an immediate danger. More about reporting downed trees: tinyurl.com/442ns6n9

Philadelphia Police Release Surveillance Images of Person Sought in Fatal Logan Robbery Homicide phillypolice.com/news-blotter/p…

Now hiring! The Philadelphia Police Department's hiring period is officially OPEN from July 6 through August 2. If you're ready to serve one of America's greatest cities, now's your chance. Apply today at JoinPhillyPD.com. #JoinPhillyPD #ServeWithPurpose

🚨 One Philly Unity Concert update: Show is stopped until further notice due to impending severe storm. Please safely make your way to the exit and seek shelter. Text AMERICA to 888-777 for further show and safety updates.

Severe Thunderstorm Warning in effect until 9:30PM. High winds, heavy rain, and frequent lightning possible. Seek shelter. weather.gov/phi ASL Link: youtu.be/x6Z1izjhnZI

Our @PPDExplorers are out at 17th & Vine filling shopping carts, riding bicycles and using ATVs to deliver snacks and cold water to @PhillyPolice officers working today's events. If you're out enjoying the holiday, take a cue from them: Hydrate. Hydrate. Hydrate! Happy 4th!

Celebrating July 4th at an event? You are the public in public safety and have a role! If you notice suspicious behavior, unattended items or activity that seems out of place, report it to event staff, police or authorities. Do not open, move, cover or touch a suspicious item.

Happy 4th of July, Philadelphia! 🇺🇸 Whether you're joining us on the Parkway or celebrating closer to home, enjoy the day, look out for one another, and keep an eye on the weather. Have a plan if storms roll in. Stay safe and have fun! youtube.com/watch?v=1k-TAa…

Philadelphia Police Seek Public’s Assistance in Locating Homicide Suspect Wanted in Multiple Shootings phillypolice.com/news-blotter/p…

As we approach this historic 4th of July holiday weekend, please exercise all necessary safety precautions and enjoy the festivities responsibly, thereby preventing avoidable life threatening incidents. @PhillyPolice @PhilaOEM @FOX29philly #watersafety #4thofjuly

The Philadelphia Water Department advises everyone to stay out of our rivers and creeks. Unlike City pools, these waterways are not supervised by lifeguards or first responders. Hidden deep pools, hazardous debris, and sudden flash flooding make them unsafe for swimming. (1/2)

The US Marshall’s executed a PPD Homicide arrest warrant in Colorado and took 16yo Azzubair Outen-Fleming into custody. He is being charged with murder of William Schmidt, on 6-6-26.

@USMS_Philly is actively searching for juvenile murder fugitives Kaiseem Smith and Azzubair Outen-Fleming. They have been charged for the June 6 shooting death of a Penn State student that occurred in Philadelphia. A $5,000 cash reward for each fugitive. 1-866-865-8477(TIPS).