Hamilton Police Department

06/08/2026

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06/05/2026

Public safety is strong in Hamilton, and the partnership between our Police Department and Fire Department is second to none. Today, we congratulate Chief Matt McCracken on his appointment as Fire Chief of the Hamilton Fire Department.

06/02/2026

Applications are open for full-time firefighter!

If you’ve ever seen a burning building and thought, “I should probably go in there,” HFD has a position for you!

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06/01/2026

Motorists are reminded that any non-functioning traffic signal must be treated as a four-way stop. Please come to a complete stop, yield the right-of-way as required, and proceed with caution through intersections.

05/22/2026

Our Open Physical Ability/Agility Test is tomorrow, 5/23/2026, at 8:00 AM- rain or shine!

Our officers are expected to perform their duties in all weather conditions, and the test will continue as scheduled. However, if lightning or other dangerous weather conditions are present at the time of the event, we will reevaluate for the safety of all participants.

The Hamilton Police Department has been accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit and is also accepting applications from APOSTC Certified applicants.

The scheduled Physical Agility/Ability Test for uncertified applicants will be held on May 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Hamilton Walking Track beside the Hamilton Fire Department.

This will also be a walk-on Physical Agility/Ability Test; however, participants will be required to sign a waiver or submit a signed application prior to participating. The test will consist of the APOSTC Physical Agility/Ability Test.

If you wish to submit an application, please do so prior to May 23, 2026.

Starting pay for Police Recruit is $19.94 per hour.

Starting pay for L1 APOSTC Patrolman is $20.45 per hour.

05/20/2026

The Hamilton Police Department would like to thank the Northwest Alabama RC&D Council and our legislators for their support of public safety through this funding opportunity.

Through a grant awarded during FY2025, we were able to purchase new portable radios for a portion of our Patrol Division. After receiving these radios, they were immediately put into service on our existing communications infrastructure that we upgraded in 2024.

This investment helps strengthen communication capabilities, improve officer safety, and enhance our ability to serve Hamilton.

Thank you Northwest Alabama RC&D Council for your support and for making a positive impact in our community.

05/13/2026

SUBJECT LOCATED- CANCEL BOLO
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The Hamilton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating a white 2005 extended cab long wheel base GMC Sierra bearing Alabama tag 40A15A8.

The vehicle was last seen around 9:30 AM today in the 700 block of National Ave in Hamilton.

The vehicle is driven by 47-year-old Stephen Lucas of Detroit. At this time, our primary concern is conducting a welfare check on Lucas.

If you see this vehicle or have any information regarding its location, please contact the Hamilton Police Department at (205) 921-7424.

05/07/2026

The Hamilton Police Department has been accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit and is also accepting applications from APOSTC Certified applicants.

The scheduled Physical Agility/Ability Test for uncertified applicants will be held on May 23, 2026, at 8:00 AM at the Hamilton Walking Track beside the Hamilton Fire Department.

This will also be a walk-on Physical Agility/Ability Test; however, participants will be required to sign a waiver or submit a signed application prior to participating. The test will consist of the APOSTC Physical Agility/Ability Test.

If you wish to submit an application, please do so prior to May 23, 2026.

Starting pay for Police Recruit is $19.94 per hour.

Starting pay for L1 APOSTC Patrolman is $20.45 per hour.

05/02/2026

Today, Cpl. Norris and K9 Luna were invited to Brilliant Schools for Careers on Wheels. Hopefully this dynamic duo sparked interest and inspired some future police officers.

04/22/2026

Today is Administrative Professionals Day, and we want to give a big thank you to the ladies who keep everything running behind the scenes.

At HPD, they handle a lot; from phones and records to helping both our officers and the public day in and day out. A lot of what they do doesn’t always get seen, but it makes a big difference.

Pati and Bethany, we appreciate everything y’all do to keep things moving and support the whole department.