Apalachicola Police Department

09/01/2026

08/12/2026

We are still working on our historic wall of Chiefs here at APD. We welcome any old photos, information about former police chiefs, stories you would like to share, or? any historic memorabilia such as uniforms, patches, badges etc. that you may want to donate to us. We hope to have the entire front lobby of our office done as a historic time line of our city police history, (that the community would be welcome to come view) going back to before there was police chiefs and there were city Marshall's! Message us, or call Lizzette at 850-653-9755. Thanks guys!

07/20/2026

Tropical Depression Two is anticipated to develop into a tropical storm tomorrow, July 20, 2026. Currently, Franklin County is not within the forecast cone, but we are under a tropical storm watch. This is expected to be primarily a rain event, with projected rainfall between 4-6 inches. Strong wind gusts are expected, and there is a slight chance of experiencing sustained tropical storm-force winds. Depending on your location in the county, there is a 5-20% chance of experiencing these winds, with the highest likelihood in the western part of the county. There is also potential for up to 3 feet of storm surge along the coast. As of now, there are no evacuation plans in place. However, if you feel unsafe, please consider moving inland until the storm has passed.

07/04/2026

I would like to say a big THANK YOU! to the dedicated officers of the APD, the deputies of the FCSO and to our amazing community and visitors to Apalachicola. Yesterday and last nights celebration of our country's birthday was awesome! It was exactly how it should be. Families and friends celebrating and having fun! Thank you to everyone who helped, worked, planned and kept our community safe! God Bless! - Chief Richards.

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July everyone! With the festivities of today, down town is going to be crowded and busy! We ask that everyone please slow down, watch for pedestrians and most importantly? Enjoy yourselves! APD along with the FCSO will be out tonight for the parade directing traffic. Let's all practice some patience and enjoy a fun and safe celebration!

06/30/2026

We have received some questions and complaints regarding e-motos. In an effort to inform our public, please refer to the below information.

06/28/2026

Sworn in! We are blessed and proud to have Chase Richards as our new Chief of Police.

06/22/2026

On behalf of all of us at APD. Thank you Chief Varnes for 27 years of dedicated service to our department and this city. You have been a leader in every detail. A mentor, a defender and most of all our friend! We will certainly miss you, but we are so proud of your well deserved retirement! We promise to "keep it smooth!" Best wishes! From Lizzette, Chase, Timmy, Chet, Larry, Ashley and Kevin.