Murray Police Department

05/26/2026

On 5/23/2026 at 3:49 AM, the Murray Police Department responded to a residence on the south side of Murray in reference to a report of a shooting. Officers responded and determined that no one had been injured. Through investigation, officers learned that Vi Jay Hill (25) of Murray, KY was at the residence and had started shooting a firearm at an individual in the residence and fled the area. Additionally, there were three other individuals inside the residence nearby when the shooting occurred. Mr. Hill was located by deputies of the Calloway County Sheriff’s Office. As a result of the investigation, the Murray Police Department arrested and charged Mr. Hill with Attempted Murder and three counts of Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree.
The Murray Police Department would like to remind everyone that any person charged with a criminal offense is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

05/20/2026

On 5/19/2026, the Murray Police Department received information of possible criminal activity involving a member of the department. On the same date, the Murray Police Department requested that the Kentucky State Police conduct a criminal investigation into the allegations. An internal administrative investigation was also initiated by the Murray Police Department. Before the internal investigation was concluded, on 5/20/2026, Sgt. Justin Swope was arrested by the Kentucky State Police. Swope subsequently resigned from the Murray Police Department. All further inquiries should be referred to the Kentucky State Police.

05/19/2026

Thank you to Off the Pit BBQ for bringing lots of barbecue and sides for our officers. It tastes amazing!

05/18/2026

This dapper gentleman is Chance. He belongs to Detective Winebarger and has been reporting to the PD for the last few weeks. He is the goodest boy and spends his time napping and visiting different offices. He always willing to accept pets, and will absolutely make you feel better if you’re having a bad day. Welcome to the PD, Chance!

05/16/2026

**** 270-753-1621 is working again please use this number for non emergencies. ******

The non emergency phone line at the police department is not working. If you have an emergency please call 911. If it is a non emergency you can call ————until we can resolve these issues.

05/16/2026

05/15/2026

Today we held a pinning ceremony for newly promoted Sergeant Griffin Deese. Sergeant Deese selected his father to pin his new badge on him. We are proud of the work that Sergeant Deese has accomplished, and we look forward to his continued career leading officers. Congratulations Sergeant Deese!

05/15/2026

Thank you to Tigrett & Pennington Insurance for the treats today for Police Officer Memorial Week.

05/15/2026

Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Williams for graduating from the Academy of Police Supervision. This is a three week course where attendees learn to apply situational leadership and demonstrate an understanding of constitutional and administrative law, emotional and social intelligence, change, ethical decision making, problem solving, emotional survival, and public speaking into their role as a supervisor. We are excited to have him back.