Port Huron Police Department

05/29/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Austin Townsend! 🎉

Today, Austin graduated from the Oakland Police Academy and took another big step toward becoming a Port Huron Police Officer.

Austin will be officially sworn in next week and will then begin his career with PHPD.

Join us in congratulating Austin on this accomplishment and welcoming him to the team! 🚔👏

05/27/2026

This morning, Chief Kerrigan officially swore in our newest Cadet, Dayvion Harper.

Please join us in welcoming Dayvion to the Port Huron Police Department family. We are excited to have him begin his journey with PHPD and look forward to watching him grow within the profession.

Congratulations, Dayvion, and welcome aboard! 🇺🇸🚔

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives serving our country. 🇺🇸

Memorial Day is a time to reflect on the sacrifices made for the freedoms we enjoy every day and to keep the memory of our fallen heroes alive.

As you spend time with family and friends, we encourage everyone to take a moment to remember those who never made it home.

We hope everyone has a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/20/2026

05/18/2026

🎙️ The Lead With PHPD Podcast Episode 4 is now LIVE and available for everyone’s listening and viewing pleasure!

On this episode, CSO Baker and Lt. Eash catch up with what’s been happening around the department, hear a few patrol highlights, and take a closer look at the 2025 Annual Report and the progress being made across our community.

We also discuss:
🚔 A newly expanded cadet role
🐾 Meet Milo and Widow — our newest four-legged department additions
🏠 A conversation with Jessica Proctor about the PHPD Special Needs Home Alert Registration Program

The podcast is also available on our YouTube channel and on Spotify, making it easy to listen or watch wherever you are.

🎧 Be sure to tune in, share, and follow along for future episodes!

05/11/2026

National Police Week is observed each year to recognize the men and women across the country who have taken an oath to serve and protect their communities, while also remembering the officers who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Law enforcement is more than a profession — it is a commitment to service, compassion, courage, and dedication to others, often during difficult and challenging moments. During this week, we especially reflect on the sacrifices made not only by officers, but also by the families who stand beside them every day.

We would like to thank all current and retired law enforcement officers, dispatchers, and support staff who work tirelessly to keep our community safe.

To our City — thank you for your continued support, encouragement, and partnership. We are honored to serve the City of Port Huron.

Please join us this week in remembering those we have lost and recognizing those who continue to serve.

05/04/2026

This morning, we were proud to welcome our newest cadet to the team.

Assistant Chief Jeremy Young officially swore in Cadet Nathan Clark, marking the beginning of his journey in law enforcement.

Please join us in welcoming Cadet Clark to the department!

04/28/2026

On March 21, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., a traffic stop initiated by the Michigan State Police quickly turned into a foot pursuit after the driver fled on foot into a wooded area. Officers from PHPD were requested and responded to assist.

Officer Paul and K9 Axel were deployed and immediately began tracking the suspect’s path into the woods, with K9 Axel leading officers to within yards of the suspect’s location. At the same time, Officer O’Neil deployed a department drone, which confirmed a heat signature of the suspect laying down in the brush nearby.

With both ground and aerial coordination, the suspect was located and taken into custody without further incident.

🎥 The attached video includes clips from the K9 track and aerial drone footage, giving a behind-the-scenes look at how this apprehension unfolded.

Another strong example of how teamwork, K9 capabilities, and evolving technology continue to enhance our ability to safely and effectively bring situations to a close.

Great work by all involved.

04/23/2026

The Ferris State University Excellence Award isn’t handed out lightly… and one of our own just earned it.

We are proud to recognize Officer Anthony Garska for recently being awarded the Excellence Award from Ferris State University.

Even more impressive—throughout his entire academic journey, Officer Garska has never received a grade below an “A.” That level of discipline, focus, and commitment speaks for itself.

But his story doesn’t stop in the classroom.

Officer Garska is a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, having served our country before returning home to serve his community. A Port Huron native, he now wears the badge in the very city that helped shape him.

From the classroom, to the Corps, to PHPD—Officer Garska continues to represent what dedication and service truly look like.

Join us in congratulating Officer Garska on this outstanding achievement.

Ferris State University School of Criminal Justice