The City Beat

Chief's Chat

Everyone knows who Patrick Mahomes is. He is the MVP, the person who gets the credit when the Chiefs win and the blame when they lose. Mahomes is just one of 22 starters on the roster, and he couldn’t do his job as well without Creed...

Asked and Answered

What do I do if I see an animal in a hot car? I’ve heard it’s ok for me to break the window to get them out. t’s ok under very specific conditions. Kansas law K.S.A. 60-5401, enacted in 2018, provides civil liability immunity to people...

Blue Santa: Bridging Gaps and Gifting Hope in Lawrence

Just like the real Santa, the Lawrence Blue Santas often fly low and under the radar, but this group of law enforcement volunteers is making a profound difference in our community. Their recent annual fundraiser, a lively murder mystery...

By the Numbers: Proactive Policing: Targeted Response and Community Enforcement (TRACE)

I get asked a lot about crime in our community. As we pass the first six months of 2025, I thought this would be a good time to share a snapshot of crime in Lawrence. The National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBERS) is how we count...

Cheeseburger Celebrates 2 years of Retirement

[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bCl92mS6Pqg&width=865&height=487&iv_load_policy=3&cc_load_policy=0[/embedyt] Hey, it’s Cheeseburger. Remember me? I used to run around the streets of Lawrence sniffing out trouble. I’ve now spent...

First Responder Chaplains Offer Compassionate Support to First Responders and Victims

Behind the scenes, but always on the front lines of support, are the dedicated individuals of the First Responder Chaplain Association serving the Lawrence Kansas Police Department (LKPD). The chaplain role extends well beyond traditional...

Free Upcoming Rape Aggression Defense Class

The Lawrence Kansas Police Department (LKPD) is proud to announce its upcoming schedule for free Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) classes for women. This crucial two-part course aims to empower women with practical self-defense techniques...

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Lawrence Police Launch New High Tech Platform to Solve Crime

Fusus Camera Integration Aims to Boost Public Safety, Community Trus The Lawrence Police Department is teaming up with public safety technology company Axon to roll out a new video integration program aimed at making the community safer...

Lawrence’s Community Collaboration in Action with the Salvation Army

The Teams: Lawrence Police Department: Provides 24/7 public safety response, proactive neighborhood patrols, traffic enforcement, and emergency services. Officers also engage with community members to build trust and deter criminal...

LKPD Debuts New Instagram Channel: @lawrenceks_pd

The Lawrence Kansas Police Department (LKPD) is excited to announce the official launch of its new Instagram account! You can now connect with LKPD by following @lawrenceks_pd . This new channel will serve as another vital hub for...

Officer Allison Haddad

Radio: #567 Hired: 05/13/2019 In Addition: US Army National Guard Platoon Sergeant (E6) - Medical Section of 1-161st Field Artillery Battalion 2016 - Present What is your superpower? I would say my superpower is remembering names and...

Professional Staff Brings Added Value and Expertise to LKPD

When one thinks of a police department, uniforms and badges usually come to mind. But the Lawrence Kansas Police Department is part of a growing trend to increase its civilian workforce – hiring professionals with diverse backgrounds to...

Safety Fair for Kids

The Lawrence Police Department encourages you to visit the Kids Expo put on by the Lawrence Schools Foundation. We’re excited to see this new event grow and succeed in supporting local families and students. The event will include free...