Riverdale Police Department

In honor of National Police Week, we want to take a moment to proudly recognize and honor the dedicated men and women of the Riverdale Police Department for their unwavering commitment, courage, and service to our community.

Every day, these brave officers put themselves on the front lines to protect and serve with utmost integrity, professionalism, and compassion. Their consistent sacrifice and dedication help ensure the safety, security, and well-being of those that choose to live, work, and play within The City of Riverdale.

We extend our deepest gratitude to all members of the Riverdale Police Department for their tireless efforts, their resilience in the face of challenges, and their steadfast commitment to public service.

During this time, we stand united in appreciation and remembrance-honoring those who continue to serve and paying tribute to the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Thank you for your service.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the men and women of the Fairburn Police Department, and to the family of Sergeant Mark Smith, during this difficult time. 🕊️

On March 19, 2025, Officer Lewis of the Riverdale Police Department responded to a call regarding a person down. Upon arrival, he located a female who had collapsed and was suffering from cardiac arrest.

Without hesitation, Officer Lewis immediately began performing CPR. Through his quick thinking, training, and decisive action, he was able to successfully re-establish a pulse—ultimately saving the woman’s life.

We are incredibly proud of Officer Lewis for stepping up in a critical moment and making a life-saving difference.

In recognition of his heroic actions, Chief Norman was honored to present Officer Lewis with a Life Saving Award.

This incident highlights the importance of ongoing training. Our department remains committed to ensuring our officers are prepared not only to enforce the law, but also to respond to emergencies with the skills needed to save lives.

Please join us in commending Officer Lewis for his outstanding service and dedication to our community.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Sergeant Kinsey on his well-earned promotion to Lieutenant.

For the past 10 years, he has faithfully served the City of Riverdale with unwavering dedication, integrity, and heart. Throughout his time with the agency, he has consistently gone above and beyond—not only in his duties, but in the way he leads and supports his patrol team. His commitment to excellence and his genuine care for those he works alongside have made a lasting impact on everyone around him.

Lieutenant Kinsey continues to set the standard for leadership, and we are truly grateful to have him as part of our department. His passion for service and his steady guidance inspire us all.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Kinsey! We are proud of you and look forward to all you will continue to accomplish.

Suspect spotted with a baby bottle. But Riverdale police say it wasn’t filled with milk

RPD seizes baby bottles filled with “lean” and synthetic ma*****na.

Using a baby bottle can make a dangerous drug appear harmless, increasing the likelihood of misuse or accidental consumption by children.

“Lean” (also called purple drank, sizzurp, or dirty sprite) is a recreational drug mixture, not a single medication. It typically contains prescription-strength cough syrup with codeine (an opioid) and prom**hazine (an antihistamine)
A soft drink (often soda) and sometimes candy for flavor.

Codeine acts as a depressant on the central nervous system, producing:
- Relaxation or euphoria
- Drowsiness
- Slowed breathing and heart rate

Prom**hazine enhances the sedating effects, which can make the mixture even more dangerous.

Lean is risky and potentially life-threatening:
Respiratory depression (slowed or stopped breathing)

High risk of addiction (because codeine is an opioid)

Impaired judgment and coordination
Overdose, especially if mixed with alcohol or other drugs. Using it can shutdown organs.

We had a great time at the career fair at Dubois Integrity Academy! Our officers truly enjoyed speaking with students about careers in law enforcement and answering their thoughtful questions.

It was also a lot of fun giving everyone a closer look at some of our equipment and tools we use every day to help keep our community safe. We appreciate the opportunity to connect with such bright and motivated young individuals!

Thank you to Dubois Integrity Academy for having us—we look forward to seeing some of these students join the future of public service

Our Field Training Staff recently conducted in-depth training with our patrol division focused on high-risk traffic stops. This type of training is critical to ensuring our officers are prepared to respond safely, effectively, and professionally in potentially dangerous situations.

Through hands-on scenarios and practical instruction, officers reviewed communication strategies, positioning, coordination, and decision-making under pressure. Continuous training like this helps us enhance officer safety while protecting the community we proudly serve.

We are committed to staying ready, staying professional, and staying dedicated to the safety of Riverdale.

Traffic stop leads to massive m**h bust in Riverdale During a recent proactive patrol, the Riverdale Police Department K-9 unit conducted a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle and it led to nearly seven pounds of crystal m**h being