Huntsville Police Department

Halloween is all about fun and creativity, but a little extra caution can go a long way. Here are some helpful reminders for trick-or-treaters and drivers, plus some tips for keeping the fun litter-free this holiday.

The Huntsville Police Department is promoting four Investigators, five Sergeants and two Lieutenants. The city says they will work in various positions throughout the department with both sworn and civilian personnel.

Huntsville is looking to celebrate the spooky season in a fun and engaging way. The city's Parks & Recreation Department will host a series of family-friendly Halloween events at recreation centers across the Rocket City toward the end of October.

The inaugural South Star Festival is set for Sept. 28 and Sept. 29 at the John Hunt Park Festival Grounds, where crowds of thousands of people are expected to attend. Gates open both days at 1:00 p.m. and the music will end at 11:00 p.m.

With a new school year beginning, the Huntsville Police Department (HPD) is reminding drivers about its zero-tolerance policy for speeding in a school zone. HPD patrol officers and safety patrol aides will patrol school zones throughout the school year to ensure drivers are obeying speed limits.

The Huntsville Police Department has received its ninth advanced reaccreditation by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, which reaffirms the department’s commitment to providing exemplary service to employees and citizens.

Driving at a safe speed not only lowers the risk of a crash, but it also reduces the likelihood of serious injury or death if a crash does happen. The city of Huntsville and Huntsville Police Department are working to underscore the dangers and repercussions of speeding this summer.

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