Valdez Police Department

07/07/2026

UPDATE 7/7/2026 at 5:25PM

This suspect has been identified. Thank you to all who messaged or called with tips.

The Valdez Police Department is seeking the public’s help identifying an individual who is a person of interest in theft investigation VPD Case 26-2473.

On July 4, 2026, at approximately 10:09 p.m., VPD responded to Safeway after an employee reported that their backpack had been taken from the walk-in cooler area where it had been stored.

Surveillance video shows this individual entering the cooler, taking the backpack, putting it on, and later leaving the store after making a purchase.

If you recognize this individual or have information that may assist with this investigation, please contact the Valdez Police Department at 907-835-4560 and reference the Safeway theft case.

Please do not post identifying information in the comments.

07/03/2026

Join us tomorrow to celebrate America's 250th and Valdez's 125th Independence Day down at Kelsey Dock Plaza!

🌭Schedule of Events🎆

Uncle Salmon Freedom 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run | Nayurluku Park
Registration - 8:00 am | 1 Mile - 9:00 am | 5K - 9:30 am
5K Registration: https://bit.ly/UncleSalmon5K-2026
1Mi Registration: https://bit.ly/UncleSalmon1Mile-2026

Vendor Market | Kelsey Dock Plaza
11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Bike Decorating | 555 W Egan (City Building Maintenance Shop)
10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Bounce Houses and Obstacle Course | Vendor Market (Hazelet)
12:00 pm - 5:00 pm (weather dependent)

Parade | corner of Egan, down Hazelet by Ruth Pond Park
12:30 pm

FREE Community Picnic | Kelsey Dock Plaza
1:00 pm - while supplies last

LIVE music Ladies Night | Kelsey Dock Plaza
11:30 am - 1:30 pm

LIVE music Blackwater Railroad Co. | Kelsey Dock Plaza
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

MOVIE: “Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu” | Civic Center
7:00 pm

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🙏Special thanks to City of Valdez Parks & Recreation, City of Valdez Ports and Harbors, and City of Valdez Public Works teams for all the work they have put in to make this event amazing!! (And an extra thank you to Valdez Emblem Club #514, U.S. Coast Guard Station Valdez, and Seed Media for their support.)

06/29/2026

Celebrate responsibly this weekend! 🎆🦅🇺🇸

06/26/2026

Don't give the gulls something to judge ... Contact Valdez Code Enforcement & City of Valdez Public Works about getting that pile of rusty car parts, appliances, and junk piling up in your yard! Utilizing the FREE Scrap Metal Recycling Drop-off Program is a perfect way to get the gossips off your back.
👉Learn more at www.valdezak.gov/metal

👀Did ya hear the latest gossip? Apparently, the birds are talking... and they think it's time to stop letting that rusty "I'll deal with it later" pile grow any bigger.

The City of Valdez's FREE Scrap Metal Drop-Off Recycling Program is open now, but not forever! The annual recycling barge leaves in August, so now's the perfect time to clear out old appliances, vehicle parts, fencing, metal shelving, and other scrap metal clutter.

Your garage gets cleaner.
Your yard gets tidier.
The birds have one less thing to judge. 🦅😅

Learn what you can bring, where to drop it off, and program details at www.valdezak.gov/metal.

06/17/2026

There are many natural and manmade hazards that effect the City of Valdez; this page is being built to provide education on these local hazards.

06/08/2026

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏃You are invited to participate in Valdez's 2026 Alaska Law Enforcement Torch Run on Saturday, June 13, starting at 10 AM at the Valdez Subway, hosted by the Valdez Police Department. You can run, walk, or simply donate to this worthy cause!

👉Event Details, Registration, and Sponsorship link: www.valdezak.gov/City-Events

05/20/2026

The Valdez Police Department is proud to announce that Kaitlyn Morgan has been selected as the 2026 Educational Advancement Scholarship recipient. Kaitlyn has been awarded $1,500.00 to support her post-secondary education at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, where she plans to pursue a degree in Criminal Justice.

Kaitlyn recently completed a semester-long internship with VPD, where she spent time learning alongside our officers and public safety staff while exploring her interest in a future career in law enforcement. Throughout her internship, Kaitlyn demonstrated professionalism, curiosity, and a strong commitment to serving her community.

We are happy to support Kaitlyn’s educational efforts as she prepares for this important career path and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes in the future.

Congratulations to Kaitlyn and the entire class of 2026!

05/19/2026

The Valdez Police Department announces a resolution in case 21-2801. State of Alaska v. Ashleigh L McLennan. Please see the attached press release for details.

05/13/2026

VALDEZ POLICE DEPARTMENT BLOTTER
May 4 - May 10, 2026

Any charges reported in the VPD Blotter are merely accusations and the Defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.

05/11/2026

VALDEZ POLICE DEPARTMENT BLOTTER
April 27 - May 3, 2026

Any charges reported in the VPD Blotter are merely accusations and the Defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.