🙏 A Heartfelt Thank You to Daystar Church and Devil Dawgs Concessions Inc! 🌭🍔 We want to extend our sincere gratitude to Daystar Church, along with Devil Dawgs, for generously providing lunch yesterday for our officers, support staff, Cullman City Communications, the City Garage, our neighbors at the CPRST office, and some other folks who just stopped by. Moments like these remind us how fortunate we are to serve a community that consistently shows appreciation and support for its first responders and city employees. Whether it’s through a warm meal, a kind word, a moment of prayer, or simply taking time to stop by, your thoughtfulness means the world to us. We’re grateful for partners like Daystar Church, who go above and beyond to lift up and encourage those who work behind the scenes to keep our city running smoothly. Your continued support strengthens our sense of purpose and community. From all of us at the Cullman Police Department—thank you! 💙 #CullmanPD #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #Grateful #StrongerTogether #CullmanProud

Congratulations to Sgt. Jonathan England, Sgt. Clint Sanford, Sgt. Rob Long, Officer Roy Bates, Officer Don Slocumb, and Officer John Anderson! These dedicated officers have successfully completed the Command Level FBI-LEEDA Training, a nationally recognized program focused on leadership excellence in law enforcement. Their commitment to this intensive training highlights not only their personal dedication to growth, but also their passion for serving the Cullman community at the highest level. At the Cullman Police Department, we believe that strong leadership starts with ongoing education and professional development. We're proud of these officers for taking the initiative to better themselves and, in turn, make our department and our city even stronger. Their hard work is a reflection of the values we hold dear—integrity, service, and leadership. #CullmanPD #ProfessionalDevelopment #LeadershipInLawEnforcement #FBILEEDA #ProudToServe

The Cullman Police Department proudly recognizes Officer Don Slocumb for his outstanding dedication and service as he celebrates 20 years with the department. Throughout his two decades of service, Officer Slocumb has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of our community. As the department’s Park Officer, he has played a vital role in maintaining a secure and welcoming environment in our public spaces. His professionalism, integrity, and devotion to public service reflect the highest standards of law enforcement. We thank Officer Slocumb for his continued service and commend him on this significant milestone. #20years #CPDfamily #community #professionalism #duty

The Cullman Police Department would like to extend our sincere appreciation to Cullman City Communications during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week. Our dispatchers serve as the vital link between the community and emergency services. Their dedication, calm under pressure, and commitment to public safety often go unseen, but their impact is felt every single day. We are incredibly grateful for the professionalism and excellence they bring to the job. Thank you for being the steady voice on the other end of the line and for playing a critical role in keeping our officers and our community safe. #NationalPublicSafetyTelecommunicatorsWeek #CullmanPD #CityofCullman #ThankYouDispatch

Today, our officers and staff were surprised with sandwiches and cookies as a thank-you for their hard work and dedication. We are incredibly grateful to the thoughtful citizens who showed their appreciation—it truly means a lot! Moments like these remind us why we’re proud to serve the City of Cullman. #CullmanPD #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #Grateful #CullmanStrong

Training Spotlight: Basic Crime Scene Investigation Course This week, the Cullman Police Department hosted Forensic Pieces – Basic Crime Scene Investigation Course. CPD had several officers attend the course and we were proud to welcome a strong group of attendees representing: Homewood Police Department Marion County Sheriff's Office Senatobia, MS Police Department Mississippi Bureau of Investigation Knoxville Police Department Shreveport Police Department We are grateful for the opportunity to both learn and share with fellow agencies from across the region. Hosting training like this allows more of our officers to attend while also bringing visitors to experience the best of Cullman. At CPD, we remain committed to advancing our training and partnerships so that we can better serve and protect our community. Thank you to everyone who joined us this week! #CullmanPD #CrimeSceneInvestigation #TrainingMatters #ForensicPieces #LawEnforcementExcellence #CullmanStrong #CPDFamily

🎉 Congratulations, Officer Mark Stephens! 🎉 Join us in congratulating Officer Mark Stephens on 5 years of dedicated service with the Cullman Police Department. Officer Stephens’ commitment to the safety and well-being of our community has made a lasting impact, and we’re proud to have him as part of the CPD family. Thank you for your service, Officer Stephens! 👮‍♂️💙 #CullmanPD #Milestone #ThankYouForYourService #CPDFamily

🎉 Welcome to the Team! 🎉 Today, Chief Joey Duncan had the honor of swearing in our newest officer, Jake Lambert. Officer Lambert joins the Cullman Police Department with extensive law enforcement experience and will no doubt be a valuable asset to both our department and the citizens of Cullman. If you see Officer Lambert out and about, be sure to shake his hand and give him a warm welcome to the CPD family! 👮‍♂️💙 #CullmanPD #WelcomeOfficerLambert #ProtectAndServe #CPDFamily

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🚦 Traffic Alert 🚦 The Bloomin’ Festival is happening this weekend at St. Bernard, bringing heavy traffic to Hwy 278 before, during (8 AM - 4 PM), and after the event. 🚗 Expect delays in the area. 🛑 If possible, use alternate routes such as Hwy 157 to avoid congestion. Stay safe and plan accordingly! 🚔

2025 AWF Wild Game Cook-Off! 🍽️🚔 Come out and support our guys this evening at the 2025 AWF Wild Game Cook-Off at Festhalle! Enjoy some amazing wild game dishes, great company, and a fun community atmosphere. We’d love to see you there—stop by and say hello! 👋 #CullmanPD #CommunityFirst #WildGameCookOff

April is Autism Awareness Month The Cullman Police Department is proud to support Autism Awareness Month. Our goal is to foster understanding, acceptance, and inclusion for individuals with autism and their families. #AutismAwareness #CullmanPD #CommunityFirst

🚔 TRAFFIC INCIDENT MANAGEMENT (TIM) TRAINING 🚔 Today, the Cullman Police Department, in conjunction with Alabama Tim, hosted a Traffic Incident Management (TIM) Course for professionals in law enforcement, towing, recovery, and other emergency response fields. TIM is a collaborative and coordinated approach designed to detect, respond to, and clear traffic incidents quickly and safely. By improving how we manage roadway incidents, we help reduce congestion, minimize secondary crashes, and protect both motorists and first responders. We appreciate everyone who participated and remains committed to keeping our roadways safe! 💙🚦 #CullmanPD #TrafficSafety #TIMTraining #FirstResponders #CommunityPartnerships

The Cullman Police Department proudly recognizes Officer Roy Bates for his exceptional work and dedication to public safety. On January 14, 2025, Officer Bates successfully apprehended a fleeing felony suspect who had stolen a vehicle. His swift response and commitment to protecting the community played a crucial role in ensuring the suspect was taken into custody without further incident. The Cullman Police Department extends its sincere appreciation to Officer Bates for his hard work, vigilance, and service to the citizens of Cullman.

Today, Chief Joey Duncan and Sgt. Todd Craig had the pleasure of calling Bingo at the Cullman Commission on Aging —but not before Chief Duncan had some April Fools’ Day fun! 😆🎭 (Video Below!) We always love the opportunity to spend time with our community, share some laughs, and have a great time. Thank you to the Cullman Commission on Aging for having us—we can’t wait to do it again! 💙 #CullmanPD #BingoFun #AprilFools #CommunityConnections #ServingWithSmiles

🚨 FALSE INFORMATION ALERT 🚨 A false post is circulating on Facebook, claiming that a female officer named Jennifer Bailey is missing in the Cullman area. This is completely untrue. This post is part of a social media scam that has appeared in Texas, Missouri, and Pennsylvania, with only the location changed. These posts are designed to spread misinformation. We urge you NOT to share them. If a law enforcement officer were ever missing or in danger, you would hear it directly from Cullman PD or the appropriate authorities. 🔹 Stay vigilant. 🔹 Verify before you share. 🔹 Help stop the spread of false information. Thank you for your cooperation.

👮‍♂️💙 SPECIAL VISIT FROM OUR FRIEND COREY HOLMES! 💙👮‍♂️ Yesterday, the Cullman Police Department had the honor of hanging out with one of our good friends, Corey Holmes! 🎉 Corey took the podium to address Chief Duncan and Officer Burney, toured the Investigation Division, checked out our new patrol cars, and even took home some CPD SWAG! 🚔🎁 We’re grateful for Corey’s visit and his long-time support of the Cullman Police Department. Thanks for stopping by, Corey—we can’t wait to see you again soon! 👏💙 #CullmanPD #CommunityConnections #CoreyHolmes #CPDFamily

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 The Cullman Police Department has received reports of scammers making phone calls while falsely using the name of one of our officers. If you receive a call from someone claiming to be a Cullman PD officer, do not provide any personal information or send money. Scammers may even use incorrect variations of names to sound legitimate. ✅ Verify first—Call the Cullman Police Department Investigation Division at 256-775-7170 or 256-775-7145 after 4PM, before taking any action. 🚫 Reminder: The Cullman Police Department will NEVER ask for money, gift cards, or personal financial details over the phone. Please share this information to help protect our community!

🚔🛹 Making New Friends at Skate Depot! 🛹🚔 We had the pleasure of meeting two new friends, Dylan and Kyle, at Skate Depot today! They even gave Chief Duncan a skateboarding lesson—let’s just say, he might need a little more practice! 😆 Building connections in the community is what it’s all about, and we’re grateful for moments like these. Thanks to Dylan and Kyle for the warm welcome and great company! #CommunityConnections #SkatingWithTheChief #CullmanPD #BuildingRelationships

Congratulations to Officer Caleb Lambert for receiving a commendation for his outstanding work on January 14th of this year. Officer Lambert located a stolen vehicle and pursued the fleeing suspect on foot, leading to a successful apprehension. His dedication and quick action exemplify the commitment of the Cullman Police Department to keeping our community safe. Thank you, Officer Lambert, for your hard work and service to the citizens of Cullman! #community #professional #duty #CullmanPD