Kannapolis Fire and Police

Stay safe if you are buying or selling anything from Facebook Marketplace or other online platforms.

Use the dedicated E-Commerce Safe Zone parking spaces located in the Police parking lot at Kannapolis City Hall, 401 Laureate Way.

📢 It's your monthly reminder to check your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms!

Replace the batteries if needed, or contact the Kannapolis Fire Department at 704-920-4260 to have a new one installed for free!

A commercial structure fire occurred in the 2200 block of North Cannon Blvd, with Kannapolis Fire crews actively engaged in firefighting and Rowan County crews providing support, after discovering heavy smoke coming from a laundromat. This is still an active scene and an investigation will be underway when it is safe to do so. Updates will be posted as they are available.

**Update 1** The fire is under control and crews remain on the scene for clean up and investigation. No injuries have occurred as a result of the fire.

**Update 2** Crews have begun to clear the scene, Kannapolis Fire Marshals Office personnel remain on scene conducting the investigation. Preliminary indications are that the origin of the fire was electrical in nature. No further updates will be posted at this time.
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Warmer weather is the perfect time to get outside and ride your bike!

Stay safe on the road and follow this important checklist every time you ride. 🚴

Motorcycle riders continue to be overrepresented in fatal traffic accidents. In 2024, there were 6,228 motorcyclists killed — 16% of all traffic fatalities. NHTSA data shows this is among the highest number of motorcyclists killed since 1975.

We urge drivers and motorcyclists to share the road and stay alert, and we're reminding motorcyclists to make themselves visible, to use DOT-compliant helmets, and to always ride sober.

Learn more about finding a safe helmet that fits properly at https://www.nhtsa.gov/motorcycle-safety/choose-right-motorcycle-helmet

The best time to prepare for an emergency is before it happens. Hurricane season in North Carolina is June 1 - November 30.

Plan & prepare now so you'll always be ready 👍

Visit readync.gov to find important safety tips and emergency kit checklists.

The Kannapolis Police Department recently honored several outstanding officers and staff members during its annual awards ceremony, recognizing their leadership, professionalism, courage, and dedication to serving the Kannapolis community. 🏆🚔

This year’s honorees include:
🌟Investigator Glenn Tingen – Roger Dale Carter Memorial Service Award
🌟Park Ranger Charles “Chuck” Irvin – Norma C. Howard Memorial Service Award
🌟Officer Caleb Tate – Rookie of the Year
🌟Sergeant Keith Benfield – Traffic Safety Award
🌟Master Police Officer Jonathan Lambert – Team Above Self Award
🌟Sergeant Travis Furr – Leadership Award

These individuals exemplify the highest standards of public service and the core values of the Kannapolis Police Department. Their dedication, integrity, and commitment to the safety and well-being of our community continue to make Kannapolis a safer place to live, work, and visit.

Join us in congratulating these deserving recipients and thanking them for their service.

Read more about each award recipient at www.kannapolisnc.gov/news.

The Kannapolis Police Department would like to congratulate the winners of this year's police badge coloring contest!

Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to our 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, and Chief's Choice winners.

1st place: Teagan Raubar
2nd place: Aria Bounthaeng
3rd place: Ari Truesdale
Chief’s Choice: Lina Rivera

Keep an eye out for Teagan's winning design as a decal on the back window of all City police vehicles.