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n one another or individuals, racist content, any comments that cause or promote community discord, and anyone who continuously exhibits disruptive, toxic, counterproductive content to our page. The Navajo Nation is located in the southwest area of the United States and within the Navajo Nation are four states: Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado. The Navajo Nation is roughly over 27,000 square miles and the Navajo Police Department is responsible for providing police services to this area. The Navajo Police Department is under the Navajo Division of Public Safety and as a whole, is comprised of seven (7) Police Districts. Those Police Districts are Window Rock, Shiprock, Crownpoint, Tuba City, Chinle, Kayenta, and Dilkon. Emergency Contact Numbers:

Window Rock District
Dispatch Phone Number: 928-871-6111 or 6112

Shiprock District
Dispatch Phone Number: 505-368-1350 or 1350

Crownpoint District
Dispatch Phone Number: 505-786-2050 or 2051

Tuba City District
Dispatch Phone Number: 928-283-3111 or 3112

Chinle District
Dispatch Phone Number: 928-674-2111 or 2112

Kayenta District
Dispatch Phone Number: 928-697-5600

Dilkon District
Dispatch Phone Number: 928-657-8074

A huge round of applause for Shiyazh Pete!! ☺️👏 He stopped by his former high school today (Shiprock High School), to ta...
09/03/2026

A huge round of applause for Shiyazh Pete!! ☺️👏 He stopped by his former high school today (Shiprock High School), to talk to the students and staff!

We are so proud of all your accomplishments! Can’t wait to see what’s next for you. 💫

TUBA CITY, Ariz. - This morning, at approximately 11:27 a.m., a Navajo Police Department Tuba City District officer cond...
09/03/2026

TUBA CITY, Ariz. - This morning, at approximately 11:27 a.m., a Navajo Police Department Tuba City District officer conducted a traffic stop on a white 2007 Chevrolet GMC Sierra truck for speeding.

Upon further investigation, a probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted and the officer found alcohol and ma*****na located inside the vehicle.

The female driver was arrested for Possession of Alcohol and Possession of Ma*****na.

She was booked in the Navajo Department of Corrections Tuba City facility.

Morning or night, the NPD is working to get illegal drugs and alcohol off the road and keeping our Navajo Nation safe.

The NPD remains steadfast in their commitment to eradicating illegal drugs and alcohol that endanger our community.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE 🚨3:50 PM: Northbound lane is open. Scene is clear except some hay debris is still in progress to ...
09/02/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE 🚨

3:50 PM: Northbound lane is open. Scene is clear except some hay debris is still in progress to be cleared by the crew. Thank you for your patience.

3:08 PM: Traffic at a standstill going southbound on Route 191, Milepost 425, in Burnside, Arizona. One lane open for traffic. Expect a delay of 20 minutes as the crew cleans up the hay from the road.

The NPD Traffic Enforcement Unit and ADOT is directing traffic.

Drivers, SLOW DOWN YOUR SPEED, if you’re in the area.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE🚨1:34 PM: Semi is off the northbound lane, on Route 191, Milemarker 425, in Burnside, Arizona. Nor...
09/02/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE🚨

1:34 PM: Semi is off the northbound lane, on Route 191, Milemarker 425, in Burnside, Arizona.

Northbound lane is still closed. Southbound lane is open. There are no reported injuries and speeding is a factor in this accident. The Navajo Police Department Traffic Enforcement Unit and ADOT is on scene directing traffic.

Please slow down and use caution in the area.

09/02/2026

After 43 years of service, the Navajo Police Department is honored to es**rt, this morning, retired Lieutenant Bennie Shirley, of Kinlichee, Ariz.

The procession began from Green Meadows Funeral Home, in St. Michael’s, AZ., continues to the Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Chinle, and will proceed to his final resting place.

Lieutenant Shirley passed away on August 28, 2026, at the age of 84.

We pause to remember the number of years he served our communities, his legacy and the many years of his service that will continue to leave an impact with the generations of NPD officers who began their careers under his guidance and friendship. We will miss him dearly.

Our heartfelt prayers and condolences remain with the Shirley family during this time.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out over the past few days to offer condolences and support to Lieutenant Shirley’s family.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨9:14 AM: One-vehicle rollover accident on Route 191, Milemarker 425, northbound lane blocked by vehicle...
09/02/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

9:14 AM: One-vehicle rollover accident on Route 191, Milemarker 425, northbound lane blocked by vehicle, in Burnside, Arizona.

Please use caution in the area and slow down.

Navajo EMS on scene.

MISSING PERSON-CROWNPOINT DISTRICTLeonard Platero Jr.Age: 50S*x: MaleHeight: 6’1”Weight: 240 lbs. Eye Color: BrownHair C...
09/02/2026

MISSING PERSON-CROWNPOINT DISTRICT
Leonard Platero Jr.
Age: 50
S*x: Male
Height: 6’1”
Weight: 240 lbs.
Eye Color: Brown
Hair Color: Black
Last Known Clothing: Leonard was last seen wearing a black Spiderman shirt, black shorts, and black/red retro Jordans.
Other Information/Details: Leonard Platero Jr. was last seen on Sunday, August 16, 2026, in Tohajiilee, New Mexico. He is traveling in a black GMC SUV with a NM license plate #: 575XDA. Leonard is diabetic and wears prescription eyeglasses. He has a tattoo with the word “Lipan” on his left forearm and the word “Mescalero” tattooed on his right forearm. He is a Mescalero Apache tribal member.

If you have seen Leonard Platero Jr. or if you have any information on his whereabouts, please call the Navajo Police Department Crownpoint District at (505) 786-2050/2051.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE🚨6:44 PM: Both lanes are open and scene is clear. Thank you for your patience.6:14 PM: One lane op...
09/02/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE🚨

6:44 PM: Both lanes are open and scene is clear. Thank you for your patience.

6:14 PM: One lane open. Traffic is moving slow.

5:52 PM: One-vehicle rollover accident with one injury on Route 12, south of the St. Michael’s intersection, in St. Michael’s, Arizona.

Northbound and southbound lanes are closed. Please use an alternate route.

Traffic is being directed by first responders. Please slow down and use caution in the area.

The Navajo Police Department Window Rock District and Navajo Nation Fire and Rescue Services Window Rock Station 10 is on scene.

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE 🚨1:52 PM: Southbound lane is open and scene is clear. Thank you for your patience. 12:10 PM: One-...
09/01/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT UPDATE 🚨

1:52 PM: Southbound lane is open and scene is clear. Thank you for your patience.

12:10 PM: One-vehicle accident with one injury on Route 15, Milepost 100.5, south of Burnside, Arizona.

Southbound lane is closed. Please use an alternate route.

Traffic is being directed by first responders. Please use caution in the area and slow down.

The Navajo Police Department Window Rock District, Navajo EMS, and Ganado Fire District is on scene.

09/01/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Motorists traveling northbound from the N12/State Route 264 Intersection, in Window Rock, Arizona, please be advised that traffic may become congested this morning, during rush hour (peak time: 7:40 AM-8:15 AM), due to ongoing construction work.

Please slow down your speed and use caution in the area. Motorists should expect delays.

The Navajo Police Department Traffic Enforcement Unit will be on scene directing traffic.

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N 12 & Window Rock Boulevard
Window Rock, AZ
86515

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