Saint Paul Police Department-Eastern District

10/05/2026

09/23/2026

Starting next week, you’ll see officers wearing pink patches on their uniforms in support of all our family, friends, and community members impacted by breast cancer.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we invite you to join us and support Minnesota breast cancer patients and survivors by purchasing a pink SPPD patch, hat, challenge coin, business card holder, or tumbler. All proceeds will go to Hope Chest. To learn more and to purchase, go to http://saintpaulpolicepink.org/.

09/13/2026

* * * UPDATE * * *

As of 4:50 p.m., Mark has been located safe. Thank you to everyone who assisted.

* * * ENDANGERED MISSING PERSON * * *

We need your help locating 69-year-old Mark Sellers.

Mark has been missing since Friday, September 11. His family believes Mark was heading to Arcade Liquor on the 1100 block of Arcade Street around 6 p.m.

Officers have been actively searching for Mark since his family reported him missing to us. They’re very concerned as Mark has severe dementia and recently suffered a stroke, which affected his speech and ability to walk.

If you have any information on Mark’s whereabouts, please call 651-291-1111 or 911.

08/26/2026

08/19/2026

Nothing says “back to school” like a fresh cut and a brand-new backpack!!🎒✂️

We’re celebrating 10 years of Barbers & Backpacks by helping local youth start the school year feeling confident and prepared.

📅 August 24 | 2-6 PM
📍 Conway Community Center
👧🏾🧒🏽Ages 5-13

Spread the word, and we’ll see you there! 💙

07/30/2026

ENROLL NOW: Interested in learning more about the Saint Paul Police Department? Now is your chance by signing up for our 2026 Civilian Police Academy.

Classes will be held every Tuesday starting on October 6 through November 17 from 6 to 9:30 p.m.

You’ll get to see and hear first-hand about the SPPD’s various specialty units (Investigations, Canine, SWAT, Crime Lab, and more) and how officers serve our community each and every day.

The Civilian Police Academy is free. Space is limited and fills up quickly. Learn more and apply here: https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/police/administration-office-chief/community-engagement-division/youth-outreach-2

Note: You must be at least 18, reside or own a business or property in the City of Saint Paul, and applicants will be required to complete a background check.

07/27/2026

Your Saint Paul police officers stopped by a great lemonade stand on the East Side this weekend. It was the perfect chance to connect with our city's youth and youngest entrepreneurs!

There are two more days two register for National Night Out! If you'd like first responders to stop by your block party, visit www.stpaul.gov/nno for more information.

07/20/2026

A team of 20 Saint Paul Police officers will see how they fare against Harding/Humboldt high schools in our first-ever flag football game on Thursday, July 30.

Admission is free with the option of making a donation to the Harding/Humboldt Athletics program.

There will also be great food from Philly Station and The American Dream Machine for sale.

This is more than just a game – it’s about coming together as a community to support our youth and officers. All are welcome and we hope to pack the stands!

• When: Thursday, July 30

• Where: Harding High School (1540 East 6th Street, Saint Paul, MN 55106)

• Time: Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Kickoff at 6 p.m.

• Admission: Free (option to donate to Harding/Humboldt Athletics)

07/01/2026

With electric scooters and bicycles becoming more common, we’ve been seeing more crashes, reported complaints, and overall questions regarding their use.

The most important reminder is that these aren’t toys – they’re regulated under state law. Riders, as well as parents or guardians of riders who are underage, are responsible for knowing and following these laws.

For more information on e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-motos or to report a problem, go to https://www.stpaul.gov/departments/public-works/transportation-and-transit/shared-scooters-bikes