CPD hosts 5 German police officers for STAR program
CULLMAN, Ala. - The City of Cullman and the Cullman Police Department this week hosted five German police officers who are participating in the STAR International Police Exchange Alabama Chapter program.
CPD Administrative Lt. Eric Cole said the STAR program isn’t an acronym, but a...
Cullman City Schools operate under ‘heightened awareness’ due to potential threat
Updated Sept. 9, 2024, at 7:25 p.m.
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman City Schools operated “under heightened awareness” Monday due to a possible threatening social media post. The situation is still being investigated; however, Cullman City Schools, the City of Cullman and Cullman County District Attorney...
CCSO, CPD share Labor Day Weekend safety tips
CULLMAN, Ala. – It’s Labor Day Weekend, and local law enforcement is reminding Cullman County residents to be safe as summer comes to an end.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office provided a few tips to make the weekend safer for families, travel and events.
When taking...
Cullman Police officer recognized for apprehension of wanted suspect
CULLMAN, Ala. – A crowd of Cullman Police Officers stopped by City Hall Monday evening as the City honored one of their teammates for a job well done. Assistant Chief Brandon Patterson and Sgt. Joey Duncan recognized Patrol Officer Josh Spinks for the apprehension of...
Hanceville man arrested for methamphetamine trafficking
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department arrested a Hanceville man and charged him with trafficking in methamphetamine following a traffic stop on Aug. 2.
According to CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark, officers stopped a vehicle occupied by Tyler Lamont Speakman, 29, on Hickory...
Cullman police and fire departments gear up for Rock the South
CULLMAN, Ala. – Officers of the Cullman Police Department, Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Fire Rescue met Tuesday afternoon and again on Wednesday to finalize plans for Rock the South 2024. The event will draw together resources of the three agencies along with...
Rock the South…safely
CULLMAN, Ala. - What has been dubbed the “Biggest Party in the South” is set to return to the backroads and county turns of Cullman County this Thursday-Saturday, July 18-20. The venue is almost complete for Rock the South 2024, and safety preparations are...
CPD adds dual purpose motorcycles to fleet
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department recently added two dual purpose motorcycles to be used in and around parks to improve response times in emergency situations.
Sgt. Chuck Shikle and Motor Officer Don Slocumb shared that the ease of deployment with these motorbikes through...
Summer safety tips from local law enforcement, first responders
CULLMAN, Ala. - Local law enforcement, public safety representatives and first responders have collaborated to create a list of ways to practice safety in and around the water, around fireworks and while traveling this summer.
Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta said there are different laws when...
CPD hosting ‘Coffee with a Cop’ this Saturday
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department began hosting Coffee with a Cop events almost a decade ago as a way to bridge the gap between law enforcement officers and local residents.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said the most recent Coffee with a...
South Cullman Walmart car show raises funds for Children’s Miracle Network
CULLMAN, Ala. - The team at the south Cullman Walmart came together with the community on Saturday, June 15, to put on a car show to raise money and awareness for the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Featuring everything from classic domestic cars to modern...
Update: US Marshals locate fugitive
Updated June 18, 2024, at 6:20 p.m.
The U.S. Marshals Service located and apprehended fugitive Rodney Dale Kilgore today in Birmingham. Kilgore was wanted on felony charges out of Georgia.
Kilgore has ties to Cullman County and was believed to have been in the area recently.
According...
Increase in high-speed chases: Local law enforcement officials weigh in
CULLMAN, Ala. – Local and area law enforcement have been in an increasing number of high-speed pursuits – and community members are asking why. Questions have intensified because there have been three chases in Cullman in the last few weeks, with a chase on May...
CPD’s Pounders joins Traffic Homicide Investigation unit
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department recently congratulated Officer Zane Pounders for successfully completing Traffic Homicide Investigation parts one and two.
Chief David Nassetta said Pounders will now be assigned to the CPD Traffic Homicide Unit.
“The Cullman Police Department Traffic Homicide Unit is a...
CPD hosts community cookout
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department hosted over 100 attendees at its community cookout Saturday at the Cullman Housing Authority.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said they truly enjoyed bringing the event back and plan to host it again, annually, but rotate locations.
“We...
CPD to host community cookout April 20
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is bringing back its community cookout for the first time since 2020.
The event will take place Saturday, April 20, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Cullman Housing Authority.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said the event started...
Mail carrier finds deceased man in SW Cullman
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department is investigating after a mail carrier found a man deceased with a gunshot wound Monday, Feb. 26.
Chief David Nassetta said the call was in the 1600 block of Logan Street Southwest.
“The male was found by a mail carrier,...
Pedestrian struck, dog killed
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department confirmed that a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle at Sportsman Lake Road and U.S. Highway 31 around 6:50 p.m. Sunday. Chief David Nassetta said a female was hit as she tried to cross the road while walking her...
CPD finds body of woman reported missing
Update: 12:42 p.m.
The missing woman who was found deceased has been identified according to the Cullman Police Department.
“The woman has been identified as Gloria Parker,” Nassetta said. “Her body will be sent to Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy to assist in...
CPD’s Dean retiring after 31 years
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Police Officer Matt Dean will officially retire from the department March 1, after 31 years and two months in law enforcement. His last day of work was Friday, Feb. 2.
“In that many years, I was able to meet so many different...
CPD’s Shop with a Cop coming this Saturday
‘It is just as rewarding for the officers involved’
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department’s longest running community policing event, Shop With a Cop, is happening this Saturday, Dec. 16.
The popular annual Christmastime event has been going strong for a decade.
CPD Public Relations Officer...
Holiday safety tips from local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office and Cullman Police Department provided a series of helpful tips to keep homes and yourselves safe this holiday season.
Tips for your home
Keep doors and windows locked at all times
If you are leaving for an extended period...
Multi-vehicle crash leaves 1 deceased; Vinemont man identified
UPDATE (9 pm): Cullman County Coroner Jeremy Kilpatrick confirmed the decedent as Nicholas Allen Joiner, 20, of Vinemont.
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CULLMAN, Ala. – One person was killed Tuesday evening just after 5 p.m. in a deadly crash at the intersection of Second Avenue Northwest (U.S. Highway 31...
Warnke retires after nearly 4 decades of service
CULLMAN, Ala. - A familiar face with the Cullman Police Department decided to replace his badge with a retirement pledge this week. Captain Jeff Warnke has served as a law enforcement officer for more than 37 years.
“Counting my reserve time and full time with...
SRO program board hosts special-called meeting
CULLMAN, Ala. – Members of the School Resource Officer (SRO) program governing board on Wednesday met for a special-called meeting to discuss program changes and where funds will be used in the school systems.
Back in May of this year, the Alabama Legislature passed legislation...
CPD announces arrests in Rock the South assault
CULLMAN, Ala. – The Cullman Police Department at a press conference Wednesday, July 26, announced the arrests of three individuals in relation to the assault that took place Saturday, July 22, at Rock the South. The victim, Reid Watts, 18, whose brutal beating was...
CPD: Multiple arrests in string of car break-ins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Multiple people were arrested Friday, June 2, 2023, after a series of car break-ins occurred across the city of Cullman. According to Cullman Police Department Sgt. Adam Clark, the break-ins occurred in various areas.
A statement posted on the CPD’s Facebook page...
Nassetta, Gentry report mostly tame Memorial Day weekend
CULLMAN, Ala. – Memorial Day weekend was mostly tame, according to both Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry and Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta.
According to Nassetta, the police had a mostly quiet weekend, with the exception of the ATM theft at the Merchants Bank main...
CPD address report of gun at CMS dance
CULLMAN, Ala. - Cullman Middle School held its spring dance Friday, May 19. Toward the event's end, according to Cullman Police Chief David Nassetta, the Cullman Police Department received a call from a parent claiming a student may have brought a gun to the...
1 dead, 1 charged with murder following shooting at Cullman City Parking Deck
CULLMAN, Ala. – One man is dead and another charged with murder following a shooting at the Cullman City Parking Deck early Sunday morning, May 21, 2023.
According to the Cullman Police Department, officers responded to a call about a shooting at approximately 2:40 a.m....
Local man indicted on 53 counts related to child pornography
CULLMAN, Ala. – A local man arrested earlier this year after allegedly using a cellphone to record images of a child in a restroom is back in jail following a grand jury indictment. Ethan Edward Richardson, 25, of Cullman, was taken into custody Friday,...
CPD Autism Awareness Month patch sales benefit Autism Speaks
CULLMAN, Ala. – As Autism Awareness Month comes to a close, the Cullman Police Department is set to wrap up its special patch sale fundraiser for Autism Speaks.
Police Chief David Nassetta made sure to give credit where credit is due, noting the driving force...
Chief David Nassetta settling into new position
CULLMAN, Ala. – Since being named Cullman police chief by the Cullman City Council on Dec. 5, 2022, David Nassetta has settled into his new position with ease. Nassetta said he is very thankful for the support of Mayor Woody Jacobs and the members...
Caution urged to motorists
CULLMAN, Ala. - Motorists are urged to use caution on the roads at all times and especially during rainy, foggy conditions due to reduced visibility and slick roadways.
An early morning crash on Thursday, Dec. 8 at Cherokee Avenue and 24th Street SW ended with...
Arrests and incidents reported Oct. 6
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported October 6, 2022. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
October 3
domestic violence; Co. Rd. 793unlawful breaking and entering motor vehicle; Hwy 31domestic violence; Hwy...
Teen arrested following ‘hoax’ bomb threats in Cullman, Walker counties
UPDATED 8/30/22 6:30 p.m.CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) responded to a bomb threat at Cullman Regional around 11:02 a.m. Tuesday. After investigating, the department said the call was a hoax. Later Tuesday, the Jasper Police Department (JPD) released a statement saying...
(Updated) CPD investigating death of infant at Economy Inn in Cullman
Updated 8-29-22 5:07 p.m
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) is investigating the death of an infant.
CPD officers responded to a report of an infant death at the Economy Inn on U.S. Highway 31 (1834 Second Ave. NW, Cullman) around 12:30 p.m....
2 arrested in separate, drug-related incidents
CULLMAN, Ala. - Two local residents were arrested in separate, drug-related incidents recently.
The Cullman County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) arrested a Cullman woman on multiple charges Tuesday, July 12, following the revocation of her bond.
Lauren Peyton Whittle, 29, is charged with resisting arrest, public intoxication, second-degree...
CPD tackling fuel surges while keeping patrols on the road
CULLMAN, Ala. - From January to February of 2022 the Cullman Police Department’s fuel cost rose by 45%, while the City of Cullman’s overall fuel and lubricants have increased by 57% from January through March.
With a slew of departments, rising fuel costs can make...
CPD FTO’S looking at hourly rate increase
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department Field Training Program consists of eight officers who have received advanced training to provide experience, guidance and supervision according to the CPD.
Sergeant Joey Duncan said the new officer (rookie) will develop the skills, knowledge and abilities necessary...
Cullman Christmas was quiet says local law enforcement
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department and Cullman County Sheriff’s Office both agree this holiday season was a quieter one for crime and safety issues locally.
The biggest report of incidents was from the CCSO who stated there were five DUI’s over the holiday...
Arrests and incidents reported November 8, 2021
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents reported November 8, 2021. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA = failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s Office
Incidents
November 4
unlawful possession of drug paraphernalia; Hwy. 278 Eunlawful possession of controlled substance; unlawful possession...
Cullman Police Department to host 2021 Trunk or Treat event
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department announced they would be having their 2021 Truck or Treat Halloween event on October 27 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
CPD Public Relations Officer Adam Clark said they are very excited to be teaming up with Merchants...
Good Hope shooting victim identified
GOOD HOPE, Ala. - According to a report from the special agents with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s State Bureau of Investigation, an update was given of the Friday Good Hope campground shooting.
The suspect identified as Nathan Larry Parsons, 49, of Gardendale, was pronounced...
Cullman Police Dept. announces new route plan for Cullman City Schools
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department, in coordination with Cullman High, Middle and Primary Schools announced this week a new school driving route plan.
CPD Patrol Captain Jeff Warnke said the work was done in tandem with the schools to ensure that the students’...
3 CPD officers receive years of service pins
CULLMAN, Ala. – Three officers of the Cullman Police Department were recognized Friday morning after putting together a combined 60 years of service within the community. Officer Roy Bates, Sergeant Terry Gilliland and Lieutenant Jody Martin were presented with years of service pins and...
Arrests and incidents reported March 27, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 27, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 24
third-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Olive St. SW; general merchandise; $698
March 25
first-degree
theft...
Arrests and incidents reported March 26, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 16, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
Incidents
March 23
theft of
property; CR 431domestic
violence; CR 664theft of
property; CR 35trespassing,
unlawful possession of controlled substance, unlawful possession drug
paraphernalia;...
Arrests and incidents reported March 24, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 24, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart; Hwy. 157; miscellaneous; $231fourth-degree
theft of property; Walmart;...
Arrests and incidents reported March 23, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 23, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
No incidents or
arrests reported.
Cullman Police
Department
Incidents
March 23
counterfeit
$100; State of Alabama; 2nd Ave SW;
Arrests
March 23
Golden, David G.,...
Arrests and incidents reported March 22, 2020
CULLMAN, Ala. – Below are the arrests and incidents
reported March 16, 2020. All persons are innocent until proven guilty.
GJ = grand jury; FTA =
failure to appear
Cullman County Sheriff’s
Office
Incidents
March 16
theft of
property; CR 421domestic
violence; Firestation Roaddomestic
violence; CR 317harassment;
Trimble Roadharassment;
CR 1513theft of
property; CR 1212theft of
property; CR 437burglary;
CR...
CPD: Missing woman found safe
Updated 11-7-19 8:34 a.m.
UPDATE: Sgt. Intae Suh said Thursday morning that Jennifer Dawn Thren has been located and is safe.
CULLMAN, Ala. - The Cullman Police Department (CPD) is requesting the public’s assistance in its search for a missing woman.
Jennifer Dawn Thren was last seen...
3 Vinemont residents charged after search yields meth, marijuana
VINEMONT, Ala. – Three Vinemont residents were arrested last Tuesday after The Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit executed a search warrant at a residence in Vinemont. Officers arrested James Tyler Hinman, 38, and Asia Ryan Graham, 28, for trafficking in methamphetamine, unlawful possession of...
Cullman woman charged with selling ‘Spice’
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) along with members from the Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force (ADETF) on Wednesday arrested Kelsey Nicole Bradford, 26, of Cullman, charging her with unlawful distribution of a controlled substance for allegedly...
Man, woman from Hanceville charged with selling meth
CULLMAN, Ala. - Members of the Cullman Police Department’s Crime Suppression Unit (CSU) along with members from the Alabama Drug Enforcement Task Force (ADETF) on Wednesday arrested Raul Martinez, 34, and Rebecca Leigh Isbell, 33, both of Hanceville, for allegedly selling methamphetamine.
Martinez was charged...
Cullman first responders practice safe school drills
CULLMAN, Ala. – With the new school year right around the corner, there are lots of things for students, teachers, parents and administrators to think about, including school safety. The Cullman Police Department (CPD) has been thinking about school safety as well and has...
CULLMAN MISSING SENIOR ALERT: James D. Harper FOUND
Updated 7-12-19 6:24 p.m.
Mr. Harper has been found and is safe!
ALERT FROM THE ALABAMA LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY
The Cullman Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating James D. Harper of Eva.
Mr. Harper is a 90-year-old white male and may be suffering from...
Cullman PD asks for public’s assistance finding missing local man
LATEST UPDATE HERE: https://www.cullmantribune.com/2019/04/26/cpd-missing-cullman-mans-truck-located-near-new-orleans-under-suspicious-circumstances/
CULLMAN, Ala.- The Cullman Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in a local missing persons case.
According to Sgt. Eric Cole, on April 19, 2019, Charles Steven Smith, Jr. left the city of Cullman on his way to Biloxi, Mississippi. The...
Cullman Police searching for man who took police vehicle; vehicle recovered
UPDATE: The man who stole a Cullman Police vehicle early Tuesday morning has been found and is in custody, according to Cullman Police Chief Kenny Culpepper.
Sgt. Chris Thomason said the suspect, Jackie Lee Walker, 22, was found behind a residence in the 1800 block...
CPD: No left turns onto 13th St. NE from 2nd Ave NE before and after school
A sign on Second Avenue Northeast informs motorists that left turns onto 13th Street Northeast from Second Avenue Northeast are prohibited before and after school. (Cullman Police Department, Google Maps)
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department is reminding drivers that during certain times before and...
ALERT: Utility termination scam targeting Cullman-area businesses
CULLMAN - The Cullman Police Department has recently received complaints from local businesses about delinquent power bill phone scams.
According to Sgt. Todd Chiaranda, businesses are receiving phone calls from an English-speaking man with an Indian accent claiming to represent the Cullman Power Board. The...
UPDATED Authorities have located and detained suspect in Guthery’s Crossroads area
UPDATE 4:59 P.M.
The suspect has been located and detained.
CULLMAN COUNTY - Cullman County authorities are searching for a suspect who led officers on a chase, wrecked his automobile and set out on foot near the Guthery's Crossroads near County Road 222.
According to Cullman Police...
Preparing to Light the Torch
CULLMAN – A celebration will be coming on April 14 that law enforcement officials look forward to all year. It is a day of hope, encouragement and highlighting the achievements of Special Olympic athletes. It is nationally known as the Torch Run, and local...
