City of Fort Bragg Police Dept

09/03/2026

Paul Bunyan Days Parade: Road Closure & Detour Information

The Paul Bunyan Days Parade is coming up! Please be aware of temporary road closures in downtown Fort Bragg:

Monday, September 7, 2026
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

The RED line on the attached map shows the parade route and no parking areas

The Green Lines on the attached map show alternative routes. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use alternate routes to avoid the parade area.

Suggested alternate routes include Harrison Street for north/south travel and open east/west streets outside of the parade route. If you don't need to access downtown, consider avoiding the central downtown area during the closure.

Please watch for barricades, volunteers, traffic-control personnel, and officers, and follow all posted signs and directions.

Thank you for your patience, and we hope everyone has a safe and fun Labor Day weekend & Paul Bunyan Days! 🌲🪓

For more information about the scheduled Paul Bunyan Day events, please visit the Paul Bunyan Days page: Paul Bunyan Days | Fort Bragg CA | Facebook

08/31/2026

School Drop-Off & Pick-Up Zones: Let’s Keep Everyone Safe!

With the school year in full swing, we want to remind everyone about the designated drop-off and pick-up areas around our schools. Taking a few extra moments to use these zones correctly helps keep students, families, staff, and drivers safe.

A safe school zone takes all of us! Thank you for doing your part to make getting to and from school safer for everyone.

Zonas de Entrada y Salida Escolar: ¡Ayudemos a Mantener a Todos Seguros!

Ahora que el año escolar ya está en marcha, queremos recordarles a todos sobre las áreas designadas para dejar y recoger a los estudiantes. Tomarse unos minutos adicionales para utilizar correctamente estas zonas ayuda a mantener seguros a los estudiantes, familias, personal escolar y conductores.

La seguridad en las zonas escolares es responsabilidad de todos! Gracias por hacer su parte para que llegar y salir de la escuela sea más seguro para todos.

08/25/2026

The Fort Bragg Police Department Community Academy is a FREE 8-week interactive program that gives community members a behind-the-scenes look at law enforcement, including patrol operations, criminal investigations, officer training, use of force, community outreach, special operations, and more!
We still have a few spots left! Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the people behind the badge, ask questions, and learn more about your local police department.
Follow the QR code in the image to sign up!

08/19/2026

BACK TO SCHOOL TRAFFIC REMINDER!

As the school year gets underway, we’re asking everyone to plan for extra traffic and allow a little more time during school drop-off and pick-up.

📍 The red lines on the map represent areas where you can expect traffic delays. Please use extra caution when traveling through these areas.
📍The green lines on the map highlight recommended alternative, less congested routes. Using these routes can help keep traffic moving and reduce congestion.

Help keep our students, families, and drivers safe:

• Slow down and watch for children and pedestrians.
• Follow all posted speed limits and traffic signs.
• Watch for buses and always follow the rules around school buses.
• Use designated drop-off areas whenever possible.
• Be alert for students crossing streets and entering or exiting vehicles.
• Avoid stopping or parking in areas that block crosswalks, driveways, intersections, or traffic lanes.

A few extra minutes of patience can make a big difference. Let’s work together to make getting to and from school safe for everyone!

08/17/2026

Ah yes… back-to-school season. The time of year when backpacks return, alarms get ignored, and somehow everyone forgets how parking lots work.

Don’t worry. We got you. Consider this your annual “ABC's of Drop Off and Pick Up” refresher.

🚗 Hazard lights are not a parking pass.
They do not unlock VIP pickup privileges, create a temporary parking spot, or make double parking okay. We checked.
🚦 The street is not the waiting room.
If the pickup line is backed up, pulling into the travel lane to wait only creates more chaos. Circle the block, find a legal spot, or arrive a little early. Yes, walking a few extra steps is allowed. Your sneakers can handle it.
🅿️ The parking aisle is not a bonus parking spot.
When the lot is full, we understand the struggle. But leaving your car in the aisle turns everyone’s morning into a real-life game of “how is that vehicle supposed to get through?”
Keep aisles clear. Everyone’s trying to get where they need to go.
🚫 Driveways are not pickup zones.
The people who live there still need to leave their homes. Shocking, we know.
🚸 Crosswalks are not a suggestion box.
If someone is crossing, let them cross. A few extra seconds of patience can make a big difference.
🚲 Look out for bikes, scooters, and walkers.
Kids are excited, distracted, and sometimes running on pure “I found my friend!” energy. Slow down and stay alert.
📱 Your phone can wait.
That text, notification, or group chat update will still be there after you park. Keep your eyes where they belong.

So grab your coffee, leave a little early, and remember: we survived dial-up internet, waiting for songs to download, and getting lost before GPS.

We can absolutely handle the school pickup line. 😉

08/14/2026

As the week comes to a close, we’ve been reflecting on what a wonderful National Night Out we had! A huge thank you to everyone who came out, connected with our team, and helped make the evening such a great success.

Events like this are about more than just one night; they’re about building relationships, creating trust, and strengthening the connection between our local law enforcement agencies and the community we’re proud to serve. It was a great reminder that some of the most meaningful moments happen when we can simply come together, share a few laughs, and get to know one another outside of an emergency call.

We’re incredibly grateful for the support, participation, and community spirit that made this event so special. As we wrap up the week, we’re proud to reflect on the connections we made and the incredible community that continues to show up for one another. Thank you for making National Night Out one to remember! 💙🚔

08/13/2026

Scammers don’t always look like scammers. Sometimes they sound like a worried grandchild, a helpful bank employee, a government official, or even someone offering an investment opportunity.
As a law enforcement agency, we want to remind our community to slow down and verify before sending money.

Please take caution when someone -
Demands immediate payment
Threatens arrest or loss of benefits
Requests gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or cash
Asks for passwords or verification codes
Tells you to keep the situation secret or discourages discussing matters with others
Says you must move your money to a “safe account”

When in doubt: STOP. VERIFY. DON'T SEND.

Take a moment to contact your local law enforcement agency. While a scam may be a new and stressful experience for you, financial scams are a frequent call for service for us. We are here to help you identify suspicious activity and determine your next steps.

If you believe you have been the victim of fraud, you can also report it to the Federal Trade Commission - https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

08/11/2026

TRAFFIC CLOSURE NOTICE — AUGUST 11, 2026

Please be advised of the expected traffic closures scheduled for August 11, 2026, from 6:45 PM to 8:00 PM.

The following traffic restrictions will be in effect:

-No southbound traffic from Walnut Street onto the 600 block of S. Franklin Street.
-700 S. Franklin Street is closed to northbound traffic.
-Highway 1 / 100 block of Main Street will have no access for eastbound traffic onto Cypress Street.
-Westbound traffic from the 300 block of Cypress Street will be detoured via the alleyway of A&W Haul Road.
-Sidewalk traffic will also be closed. Please use the designated detours and avoid the affected area whenever possible.

Thank you for your cooperation and patience.

08/10/2026

Serve Your Community. Make a Difference.

Want to support your local police department and make a positive impact in our community? The Fort Bragg Police Department’s Volunteers in Police Services (VIPS) program is looking for dedicated community members to join us!

VIPS volunteers provide valuable support to our officers while helping with community programs, events, and outreach. There are many ways to get involved, including:

☑️ Special Events
☑️ Traffic Control
☑️ School Safety Programs
☑️ Business Watch
☑️ Community Outreach
☑️ Data Entry
☑️ And more!

Whether you’re looking to give back, get more involved in your community, or support local public safety, there’s a place for you on our team.

Scan the QR code on the flyer to learn more and sign up today!

08/10/2026

Join us today at our youth drop-in center at 3PM located at C.V. Starr Community Center for pizza! We can't wait to see you there!

Project Right Now's Youth Drop-In Center is a free, welcoming space where youth and young adults can connect with trusted adults, access resources, and receive support in a safe, judgment-free environment. We offer SMART Recovery meetings, substance use prevention and recovery support, career resources, legal and court support and advocacy, interview and work clothing, hygiene kits and basic needs, snacks, games, art supplies, and more.

📍 CV Starr Community Center
300 S. Lincoln Street, Fort Bragg
🗓️ Grand Opening: Monday, August 10
🕒 3:00 PM

Join us for pizza and other refreshments, check out the space, meet the team, and see what Project Right Now has to offer!

El Centro Juvenil de Project Right Now es un espacio gratuito, seguro y acogedor donde adolescentes y jóvenes pueden convivir con adultos de confianza, acceder a recursos y recibir apoyo en un ambiente libre de prejuicios.

Ofrecemos:
• Reuniones de SMART Recovery
• Apoyo para la prevención y recuperación del consumo de sustancias
• Recursos para empleo y desarrollo profesional
• Apoyo y orientación legal y para procesos judiciales
• Ropa para entrevistas de trabajo y empleo
• Kits de higiene y artículos de primera necesidad
• Botanas, juegos, materiales de arte ¡y mucho más!

📍 Centro Comunitario CV Starr
300 S. Lincoln Street, Fort Bragg

🗓️ Gran Inauguración: Lunes 10 de agosto
🕒 3:00 p. m.

¡Acompáñanos a disfrutar de pizza y otros refrigerios, conoce el nuevo espacio, al equipo de Project Right Now y descubre todo lo que tenemos para ofrecerte!