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Oak Ridge Police Department This page is not monitored 24/7. For emergencies call 9-1-1. Non-emergencies: (865) 425-4399

The Oak Ridge Police Department has been serving our East Tennessee community with pride and professionalism since 1959.

Parking lots and crosswalks are the most common shared spaces for drivers and pedestrians. Large vehicles and parked car...
10/24/2026

Parking lots and crosswalks are the most common shared spaces for drivers and pedestrians. Large vehicles and parked cars can easily obstruct pedestrians.

Drivers: When turning, always expect a person and be prepared to stop.

Pedestrians: Never assume a driver sees you before entering the roadway.

Drivers: When turning, always expect a person and be prepared to stop. Pedestrians: Never assume a driver sees you befor...
10/23/2026

Drivers: When turning, always expect a person and be prepared to stop.

Pedestrians: Never assume a driver sees you before entering the roadway.

Most rides go as planned. Protective gear is for the ones that don’t. Wearing the right equipment year-round helps reduc...
10/22/2026

Most rides go as planned. Protective gear is for the ones that don’t. Wearing the right equipment year-round helps reduce serious injury when crashes happen.

Motorcyclists ride year-round, in just about any weather conditions. They take up less space on the roadway, and that ma...
10/21/2026

Motorcyclists ride year-round, in just about any weather conditions. They take up less space on the roadway, and that makes them harder to see in your mirrors and blind spots. when shifting lanes, merging, or turning to share the road and keep them safe!

10/20/2026

💜 **ORPD is Wearing Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness Month!** 💜

A big thank you to the **Oak Ridge Police Department (ORPD)** for proudly wearing purple ribbons in recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month!

These ribbons may be small, but the message behind them is powerful. They represent awareness and a commitment to a community where everyone deserves to feel safe.

We are grateful for our law enforcement partners who stand alongside us in supporting survivors and working toward a safer Anderson County.

💜 **Awareness matters. Partnerships matter. Survivors matter.**

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Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. It happens more than you might think—an unbelted driver is...
10/20/2026

Seat belts protect you and prevent harm to others in a crash. It happens more than you might think—an unbelted driver is injured or killed in a crash every 3 hours and 47 minutes.

However, most Tennesseans know the lifesaving value of seat belts. In 2025, the statewide seat belt rate was 91.3%!

Unlit roads and streets without designated sidewalks are especially dangerous for pedestrians during nighttime hours. Dr...
10/20/2026

Unlit roads and streets without designated sidewalks are especially dangerous for pedestrians during nighttime hours.

Drivers: Pay attention to the road even if there are no other cars around you. Slow down at night.

Pedestrians: Never assume a driver can see you when you’re near the roadway. Cross only if you have to in well-lit areas with a clear view of the road, and look both ways.

“Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this medication.”Did you know your vehicle counts as heavy machinery?Before...
10/18/2026

“Do not operate heavy machinery while taking this medication.”

Did you know your vehicle counts as heavy machinery?

Before getting behind the wheel, avoid taking medicines that may cause drowsiness as a side effect. Always check the label on any medicines you take or consult with your doctor or pharmacist.

Even prescription medications can impair your ability to drive safely.

Your good choices behind the wheel impact not only yourself and your passengers, but also everyone else on the road. Beh...
10/18/2026

Your good choices behind the wheel impact not only yourself and your passengers, but also everyone else on the road. Behind the wheel, are you…

🚗 Paying attention?
🚗 Looking out for pedestrians?
🚗 Obeying the speed limit?

Next week is Teen Driver Safety Week. Share with your teen driver!

Distracted driving takes many forms. Anything that takes your hands off the wheel, or takes your mind off the road, is a...
10/17/2026

Distracted driving takes many forms. Anything that takes your hands off the wheel, or takes your mind off the road, is a distraction that could lead to deadly consequences.

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200 S Tulane Avenue
Oak Ridge, TN
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