News By Category: Police Department
Limited Time To Sign Your Kids Up For Safety Camp
05-04-2011
Safety Camp educates kids entering second, third, and fourth grades in a fun and interactive camp setting. City police and firefighters act as camp counselors, overseeing an engaging program of fire and bike safety, first aid, safety in the home, and much more. 
Police Seek Help Locating Panhandling Suspect
03-25-2011
As of March 25, 2011, panhandler suspect Mark Christopher Bell has a warrant for his arrest for failure to appear in court. The Golden Valley Police Department has had eight contacts with Bell since
City Hall To Close At Noon Wednesday
03-21-2011
Golden Valley City Hall will close at noon Wednesday, March 23, for a public safety training exercise, and all City departments will participate in the mandatory training. The Public Safety building will remain open. Business will resume as usual at 8 am Thursday.
City Hall To Close At Noon March 23 For Training Exercise
03-03-2011
Golden Valley City Hall will close at noon Wednesday, March 23, for a public safety training exercise, and all City departments will participate in the mandatory training.
Police Arrest Panhandling Suspect
03-02-2011
On the evening of Tuesday, March 1, 2011, Golden Valley police arrested Mark Christopher Bell for soliciting without a permit after a resident called to report Bell was going door-to-door
Police Issue Crime Alert About Panhandler
03-01-2011
Golden Valley Police have recently received numerous reports of an individual going door-to-door to both residences and businesses in the city asking for money. He often states he needs money to get his vehicle out of impound
City Sees Decrease In Crime In 2010
01-25-2011
The City of Golden Valley saw a big decrease in crime during 2010. “Part 1” crimes, the serious felonies the FBI tracks nationwide, were cumulatively down 22.27 percent.
Police Seek Help Identifying Auto Theft Suspects
01-11-2011
The Golden Valley Police Department (GVPD) is seeking the public’s help in identifying two suspects in multiple theft from auto and auto theft cases in recent weeks.
City’s 911 Dispatch Service Will Switch Over Dec 16
12-13-2010
Golden Valley’s new 911 dispatch provider will take over services starting Thursday, Dec 16, at 9 am. The switch from St Louis Park dispatch to the City of Edina should be seamless, says Golden Valley Police Chief Stacy Altonen.
GVPD To Lead Big Loud Toy Drive
12-01-2010
For 15 years community members have helped the Golden Valley Police Department (GVPD) lead regional law enforcement agencies in a unique approach to the Toys for Tots donation effort.
