Wilmington, N.C. Police
@WilmingtonPD

@CityofWilm, North Carolina Police Department Official X 🚔 | Call us at (910) 343-3600 for non-emergencies. 911 for emergencies. Tip411 to remain anonymous.

 WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA
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Joined June 2009
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We’re launching Operation Bright Spot to celebrate the people who make our community a better place! 🌟 As we head into the weekend, let’s remember that every single act of kindness can make a major, lasting impact. piped.video/5LHAqoJFz5o?is=91L2…

Operation Bright Spot

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Oct 16
Saturday is National Move Over Day. 🚓🚒🛻 First responders, tow operators and highway workers put their lives on the line every day to protect ours. Give them the space they need to go home safe. When you see flashing lights on the side of the road, remember: Slow Down, Move Over
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Oct 14
Darkness drastically cuts reaction time. 👁️🌙 When the sun goes down, visibility drops — and risk spikes. Whether you're behind the wheel or on foot, stay alert from curb to curb.
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WPD Officers and additional emergency crews are currently on the scene of a major traffic accident at the interception of Market Street and Barclay Hills Drive. We are asking that all drivers please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
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***Correction- INTERSECTION of Market Street and Barclay Hills Drive
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You may notice a little something different on some of our patrol vehicles! Our new lighting setup is hitting the streets — helping keep our officers visible when it matters most. Same badge. Same commitment to Wilmington. Just a little brighter. 🔵🔴
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TRAFFIC ALERT WPD units are on the scene of a vehicle vs. motorcycle collision at Market Street and Blair School Road. Drivers are advised to seek an alternate route.
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TRAFFIC ALERT Officers are on the scene of a multi-vehicle collision in the 4500 block of Market Street that is blocking a portion of the road. Please seek an alternate route.
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Wilmington police traffic investigators are currently on the scene of a traffic crash with a rollover in the area of Eastwood Road and Cavalier Drive. Drivers are being asked to stay away from the area until further notice.
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Sep 22
Fall arrives today! 🚗🍂 With the changing season, make SAFETY part of every trip. ⤵️
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TRAFFIC ALERT WPD units are currently on the scene at the Thomas Rhodes Bridge assisting with a serious traffic collision. Lanes are shut down in both directions. Please seek an alternate route.
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Sep 18
UPDATE – Abduction Investigation ocv.im/asdIXW2
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Sep 18
NEW HANOVER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE INVESTIGATING REPORTED POSSIBLE ABDUCTION ocv.im/5NQ0ugO
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TRAFFIC ALERT🚥⚠️ Greenville Loop Road will be closed between Darby Street and Head Road due to a tree falling and damaging power equipment. Estimated time for the closure is 3-4 hours. Drivers are advised to please seek an alternate route.
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NEWS RELEASE:
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Sep 3
More travelers on the road is even MORE reason to stay alert! 👁️✔️ This Labor Day, pass carefully, check your blind spots and make every lane change safely. A litte patience goes a long way on a holiday weekend.
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When an officer spotted a man jumping from the Isabel Holmes Bridge last weekend, first responders quickly coordinated a rescue effort involving the Wilmington Police Department and @WilmingtonFD. Listen and see the response here: piped.video/hW6OAc95fF8

WPD/WFD River Rescue

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Sep 2
Labor Day is almost here! 🎉 No matter what your plans are for the long weekend, SAFE driving must be at the top of your checklist. ⤵️
Image showing travel tips for Labor Day weekend. Top section: photo of busy highway traffic. Middle section includes text warning about the consequences of drunk driving and encouraging road attention, with images of two beverages. Bottom section advises on alternatives to drunk driving with icons: call a taxi, schedule a rideshare, sober friend drives you home.

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Aug 28
It's as simple. as. that. 🙌
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SAFETY ALERT: At least 23 kids have suffered hot car deaths so far in 2026

Stats show nearly 40 children die from vehicular heatstroke each year in the U.S.

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