City of Tallahassee Police Department

10/09/2026

Please share to help locate this missing person. If you have information regarding Natalie’s whereabouts, please call TPD at 850-891-4200.

10/08/2026

As Hurricane Isaias moves through the Gulf, the Tallahassee Police Department reminds residents to take precautions and remain alert to changing weather and road conditions.

While the most significant impacts are expected to remain west of our area, we encourage drivers to use caution when traveling. Slow down, allow extra travel time and never attempt to drive through flooded roadways. Be mindful of downed trees, debris and traffic signals that may be impacted by the weather.

Stay safe, Tallahassee!

10/08/2026

Please share to help locate this missing person. If you have information regarding Jason’s whereabouts, please call TPD at 850-891-4200.

10/08/2026

For TPD Sgt. Roa, being a first-generation Cuban American, means honoring the sacrifices, traditions and values that have shaped his life.

With deep roots in Miami, his Cuban heritage taught him the importance of family, resilience, hard work and looking out for others. Those same values have guided his two decades of service with the Tallahassee Police Department, where he now supervises patrol officers in the Northwest District.

For Sgt. Roa, family extends beyond the walls of his home. Each holiday season, he and his family prepare traditional Cuban dishes, including lechón asado, black beans and rice. He also prepares some to share with the officers on his squad, especially those spending the holidays away from their loved ones.

It's a tradition that brings a little taste of home to the workplace and reminds his fellow officers that they're part of a family, too.

As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, we're proud to recognize the people, cultures and traditions that strengthen our department and the community we serve.

10/07/2026

The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has arrested one individual in connection with a homicide that occurred on September 30 within the 700 block of Delaware Street.

Following a thorough and swift investigation, detectives with TPD’s Violent Crimes Unit determined that the victim and the suspect, 29-year-old Al’layza Henry, were known to one another.

On the day of the homicide, both the victim and suspect were observed inside the residence together. Later that day officers responded to the same residence and located the victim deceased inside, suffering from a single gunshot wound.

As the investigation progressed, detectives gathered evidence and conducted witness interviews that led to the development of probable cause for an arrest. After consulting with the State Attorney’s Office, arrest warrants were obtained. Henry was subsequently taken into custody on October 7, 2026.

This arrest reflects TPD’s continued commitment to thoroughly investigating violent crimes and holding those responsible accountable for their actions. Anyone with information about criminal activity is encouraged to contact TPD at 850-891-4200 or provide an anonymous tip through Crime Solvers at 850-574-TIPS.

Arrested: Al’layza Henry, 29, for second degree murder and possession of a fi***rm by a convicted felon

10/06/2026

Update: Calhoun Street is open to traffic.
Update: Power has been restored to the downtown area. Repairs to Monroe Street have been completed, area traffic signals reenergized, and the road has been reopened to traffic. Crews continue working, and Calhoun Street is on track to reopen to traffic later this evening.

This was an isolated incident that occurred within the underground electric network in downtown. The investigation is ongoing, and a comprehensive root-cause analysis is underway.
Original Post:
This morning, Oct. 6, around 5:15 a.m., the City of Tallahassee Fire Department (TFD) responded to a fire alarm at the Leon County Courthouse. Crews quickly arrived on scene and found several fires in the roadways and visible damage that caused traffic impacts near Monroe Street, Apalachee Parkway and Calhoun Street. While there were early reports of a possible gas leak, which was quickly ruled out by TFD, the incident was determined to have been related to an underground electrical fire.

The bulk of the impacts occurred on Monroe Street between Jefferson Street and Apalachee Parkway in the area of a paving project being facilitated by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). Monroe Street remains closed in the area, with the northbound lanes expected to reopen by early afternoon. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible. Delays downtown should be expected all day.

TFD, the City of Tallahassee Police Department, City of Tallahassee Electric & Gas Utility, City of Tallahassee Underground Utilities & Public Infrastructure department, Leon County Sheriff's Office, Capitol Police and FDOT coordinated the early morning response, remain on scene and will continue to work throughout the day.

A planned electric service outage was implemented in the downtown area to allow electric crews to safely assess and make repairs. This is impacting traffic signals and area buildings, and generators have been installed to assist at key intersections. Intersections with non-operational traffic signals should be treated as four-way stops.

All fires have been extinguished. The exact cause of the underground electrical fire is still under investigation.

10/06/2026

10/06/2026

Update:
There will be a planned electric service outage in the downtown area to allow crews to safely assess and make repairs. This will impact traffic signals and area buildings. Please continue to avoid the area if possible.
Original Post:
Crews are actively working on impacts caused by an underground electrical fire that has caused road damage. Continuing to work with TFD and other law enforcement agencies, road closures in the area are anticipated to remain throughout the day, including Monroe Street between Park Avenue and Apalachee Parkway, as well as adjacent roads.

10/06/2026

Latest Update:
There will be a planned electric service outage in the downtown area to allow crews to safely assess and make repairs. This will impact traffic signals and area buildings. Please continue to avoid the area if possible.
Update:
Crews are actively working on impacts caused by an underground electrical fire that has caused road damage. Continuing to work with TFD and other law enforcement agencies, road closures in the area are anticipated to remain throughout the day, including Monroe Street between Jefferson Street and Apalachee Parkway, as well as adjacent roads.
Original Post:
The Tallahassee Police Department is currently assisting the City of Tallahassee Fire Department with a fire-related incident in the downtown area, east of the Capitol complex near the Leon County Courthouse.

Motorists are urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes as emergency crews respond. Lanes are currently closed along North Monroe Street from Apalachee Parkway north to Park Avenue and east to Franklin Boulevard.

Please use caution and expect delays in the area. Updates will be provided as they become available.

10/06/2026

UPDATE:
The preliminary investigation indicates a 20-year-old resident shot a 28-year-old male who unlawfully entered his home. TPD is consulting with the State Attorney’s Office, and the review of the incident remains ongoing. There is no known threat to the public related to this incident.

This remains an active investigation. Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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The Tallahassee Police Department is currently conducting a homicide investigation following a shooting that occurred at 9:42 p.m. in the 300 block of Dixie Drive. When officers arrived on scene they located one adult male suffering from a gunshot wound. Life-saving measures were attempted, but sadly, the victim died on scene.

This remains an open and active investigation and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Detectives are asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident but did not speak with officers on scene to contact TPD at 850-891-4200. Individuals may also remain anonymous by contacting Crime Solvers at 850-574-8477.