Phoenix Police Department

On June 20, 1990, Motorcycle Officer Patrick O. Briggs was killed while pursuing a speeding motorist. Officer Briggs swerved to avoid a motorist and struck a concrete median and tree. Officer Briggs was twenty-seven years old at the time of death and had been a member of the department for seven years. He was survived by his parents.

To learn more about Officer Briggs, please watch his memorial video: Youtu.be/nIktVHjSHeM

We honor and remember his sacrifice.

☀️ Los veranos en Phoenix pueden ser peligrosos — y proteger a tus mascotas es importante.

La ciudad de Phoenix aprobó actualizaciones a su ordenanza de retención de perros para mantenerlos seguros durante el calor extremo y el clima severo.

Estos cambios ocurrirán alrededor de 30 días. Ahora es el momento de aprender los cambios y asegurarse de que sus mascotas estén protegidas. 🐾

Para obtener más información, visite https://bit.ly/4fONtwZ

☀️ Phoenix summers can be dangerous — and protecting your pets is crucial. The City of Phoenix has approved updates to its dog restraint ordinance to keep dogs safe during extreme heat and severe weather.

These changes take effect in about 30 days. Now is the time to learn what’s new and make sure your pets are protected. 🐾

For more info, please visit https://bit.ly/4fONtwZ

Phoenix City Council just passed an updated dog‑tethering ordinance designed to better protect pets and promote responsible ownership.
Get the details and see what’s changing:

Phoenix City Council Approves Updates to Animal Cruelty Ordinance From Sunday, May 10 through Tuesday, May 12. For public safety, certain hiking trails are restricted from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

On June 16, 1975, Officer Gilbert Chavez was shot and killed by a juvenile during a burglary of a Phoenix radiator business. Officer Chavez had been with the agency for one year. At the time of his death, he was survived by his wife.

To learn more about Officer Chavez, please watch his memorial video: Youtu.be/XueB8o_hN8s

We honor and remember his sacrifice.