Coffee with a Cop! Stronger communities start with simple conversations. It was wonderful to see everyone come together, connect, and support one another. Big thanks to Councilor Loretta Smith for organizing such a meaningful event!
ALT Photo of Chief and another officer and Councilor Smith at coffee with a cop event
Great work by FIT!
Around 9:30 PM on March 19, Focused Intervention Team officers spotted a wanted individual and quickly took them into custody. During the arrest, officers recovered a firearm from the suspect’s front pocket, along with a small amount of suspected methamphetamine.
ALT Photo of a firearm, ammo and drugs
Great police work.
On January 11, officers heard gunshots in NW. Witnesses reported the shots came from a vehicle that fled. Officers located the car & stopped it. The investigation determined a passenger was responsible for the earlier shooting. A handgun & ammo were recovered, and one arrested.
ALT Photo of handgun next to ammo
Wishing all of you a safe, peaceful, and joyful holiday season. I speak for all of PPB when I say thank you for the trust and support you send our way!
I extend my condolences to the family and colleagues of this fallen trooper.
It was my honor to participate in the 103rd Annual Sunshine Division Pack Night. Dozens of volunteers packed more than 4200 holiday food boxes for community members. I am so impressed with Sunshine and am proud that PPB can partner with them to help those in need in our community
ALT Chief Day stands with cardboard Sunshine boxes and cans of chicken.
ALT A sunshine arch made of boxes and boxes on a pallet filled with food.
ALT A conveyor belt surrounded by boxes of food and fresh produce.
I appreciate the great work of our officers and our partners with @PDXFire.
It was a pleasure speaking at this event today. I want to thank our partners who are stepping up to address burglaries in our community.
Today, Chief Day spoke at a news conference announcing the new Burglary Task Force. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=sjP2h0Fu…
ALT Chief Day at a podium speaking a new conference hosted by the DA.
Had a great lunch at The Old Spaghetti Factory in South Waterfront. Good food and good conversation with the owner about the impacts of the protest activity. The restaurant is open & safe to dine at - please support our local businesses!
ALT Chief in restaurant with owner
Please take a moment and give this a read.
Chief Day’s op-ed in The @Oregonian oregonlive.com/opinion/2025/…
I’m thrilled to make this announcement today. Rejoining Transit Police has been a goal of mine for some time.
PPB is rejoining the @trimet Transit Police Division. Details here: news.trimet.org/2025/08/trim…
ALT Chief Day speaks with the Sheriff and others at a MAX stop.
Great work!
In recent days, officers have disrupted possible street racing activity on North Marine Drive. Officers told dozens of drivers & onlookers that trespassing in business driveways & blocking sidewalks wouldn’t be tolerated. This proactive policing resulted in crowds dispersing.
ALT Officers talking to driver
ALT Officers talking to driver and passenger
Chief Bob Day retweeted
We are receiving numerous inquiries regarding a police presence around North Portland. We know of 2 different activities: one is a police training for the PPB Crisis Negotiation Team. Another was a criminal warrant served by the US Postal Inspection Service and partners.
Happy to see members of Go the Distance yesterday at the Global Running Day's Superhero run. They are heroes in my book for all they do to help advocate for sobriety. gtdgothedistance.org/
This year marks the 10th for the Vanport Mosaic Festival. I spent my morning in North Portland taking a walking tour of the land where Vanport once stood. I now have an even greater appreciation for the area’s rich history. You can learn more here: vanportmosaic.org/
ALT Chief with community remembering Vanport
ALT Chief with community remembering Vanport
Honored to speak at this annual ceremony. Please join me in remembering PPB members we’ve lost in the line of duty.
Today, at our annual Police Memorial Ceremony, we honored PPB officers who died in the line of duty. Additionally, Patrolman Andrew Laugeson, who was killed in the line of duty in 1917, had his name added to the wall. Thanks to his family, @MayorKWilson, & others for attending.
ALT Chief Day speaking
ALT Mayor Wilson speaking
ALT Salute
ALT Chief presents flag
For the second year in a row, @salarmycascade awarded PPB the Commander’s Trophy for outdueling our partners at @PDXFire during Christmas bell ringing. While we’re thrilled, raising critical funds for the Salvation Army is an even greater victory!
ALT Chief poses with Salvation Army personnel