City of Concord, NC - Police Department

09/04/2026

Join us at Fire Station 8 on Friday, September 11 at 8:30 a.m. as we honor the 25th Anniversary of 9/11 and remember the lives lost and sacrifices made that day.

Join us as we honor the 25th anniversary of September 11, 2001, and remember the innocent lives lost and the heroic actions and sacrifices of our first responders.

🗓️ Friday, September 11 at 8:30 a.m.
📍 Fire Station 8 (1485 Old Charlotte Road)

This special ceremony takes place annually at Concord Fire Station 8, the location of the City's 9/11 memorial rock and maple trees, both representing the selfless sacrifice of life made by hundreds of firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and everyday heroes, and the lasting symbol of the strength and forbearance of the American Spirit.

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City of Concord, NC - Police Department

09/02/2026

Today, we remember and honor the life of City of Concord Patrolman William J. Kearns who made the ultimate sacrifice and was killed in the line of duty on September 2, 1899.

Patrolman Kearns was returning to duty at the railroad depot when he encountered a group of three men who were causing a disturbance on West Depot Street (present day Cabarrus Avenue West). He was tragically shot and killed by one of the men while attempting to arrest the suspects.

Patrolman Kearns' heroic actions and sacrifice in service to our community will never be forgotten.

08/14/2026

Join us in wishing Gary Rinehardt a happy retirement! He is one of our Senior Code Enforcement Officers and has served the residents of Concord for more than 29 years.

Congratulations and best wishes on your next chapter, Gary!

08/12/2026

Our officers were out bright and early, welcoming Cabarrus County Schools students back with high-fives, smiles, and words of encouragement on their first day of school!

Here’s to a fun and safe school year, !

08/11/2026

Our School Resource Officers (SROs) are excited for their first day of school tomorrow!

Our SROs do more than keep our schools safe. They build trust, mentor students, support staff, and help create a positive learning environment every single day. From greeting students in the morning, to lunchtime interactions, and safely seeing students off at the end of the day, their presence makes a lasting impact on our schools and our community. 🚔❤️🏫

08/10/2026

Case Update: The suspect wanted in connection with the 2008 murder of Donna Barnhardt and Darrell Noles, commonly known as the Sun Drop Murders, was extradited from Washington State and taken into custody by the Concord Police Department earlier this morning. The 43-year-old suspect, Johnny Steven Talbert, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder (N.C.G.S. 14-17) and one count of robbery with a dangerous weapon (N.C.G.S. 14-87). He is currently being held in the Cabarrus County Jail without bond.

Following today’s arrest, Concord Police Chief Jimmy Hughes made the following statement:

"While nothing can take away the pain and heavy burden the families have carried for the last 18 years, today our community rests a little easier knowing that we have our suspect in custody and we are one step closer to bringing justice to Donna, Darrell, and their families.

Our priority is the victims and their families, and our focus is on ensuring the case continues through the judicial system fairly and without compromise. We will continue to respect the privacy of the families during this difficult time and will not be making additional comments and no further information will be released.”

08/10/2026

As part of our promise to work together with our residents to achieve the highest standards of public safety, we’re pursuing North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA).

As part of this process, we'll undergo an assessment on September 9, 2026, to ensure that our department meets established professional standards.

The accreditation process evaluates various aspects of law enforcement operations, including policies and procedures, administration, support services, training, facilities management, safety, and record-keeping. These standards are crucial for maintaining high-quality public safety services.

We invite the community to provide feedback on our adherence to NCLEA's standards. Comments should be submitted via email or mail by September 8, 2026, one day before the on-site assessment. All feedback will be reviewed by the Assessment Team.

To learn more about NCLEA’s standards, visit https://ncdoj.gov/north-carolina-law-enforcement-accreditation/).

To submit your comments, please email them to [email protected], including "Concord Police Department" in the subject line, or mail them to:
North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation (NCLEA)
ATT: NCLEA Program Manager
PO Drawer 149
Raleigh, NC 27602

Thank you for your participation and support in this important process.

08/07/2026

Join us in wishing David Smith and Henry Collins a Happy Retirement!

Sergeant David has served the residents of Concord for more than 28 years, and Master Police Officer Henry has been an officer for more than 12 years, serving 5 of those with Concord PD. We wish them both well in their new role as retirees!

08/05/2026

We had a great time celebrating National Night Out last night!

Special thank you to all the neighborhoods who welcomed us to their celebrations. From porch gatherings and cookouts to large block parties, we enjoyed great food, conversations, and most importantly, the opportunity to connect with neighbors.

National Night Out celebrations may look different across our neighborhoods, but one thing remains the same - the immeasurable value of residents meeting the officers who patrol their neighborhood, forming new bonds, and working together to create safe communities.

07/29/2026

We’re hiring! 📣

We’re currently looking for Master Police Officers to join our team.

The starting salary is $73,843.65 and you must have 3 years of sworn experience and a NC Intermediate Certificate OR be able to obtain a NC Intermediate Certificate within 18 months of hiring.

Learn more at ConcordNCPolice.com