Narcotic Search Warrant on a potential drug manufacturing lab

Yuma, Arizona - In November of 2016 a joint investigation begun on a potential drug manufacturing lab in the 2200 block of South Elks Lane.  The Yuma Police Department’s Narcotic and Street Crimes Unit worked in conjunction with Yuma County Narcotics Task Force, United States Border Patrol, Homeland Security Investigations, Drug Enforcement Administration, Yuma Fire Department and Arizona Department of Public Safety in reference to this investigation.

Lin's Buffet Homicide Updates

Yuma, Arizona - On Sunday, April 13, 2014, at approximately 6:50 p.m., Yuma Police Officers responded to Lin’s Grand Buffet, 2135 E. 16th Street for a report of a disturbance.

Desert Rose wins Best of 2017 Award from SeniorAdvisor.com

Yuma, Arizona - Desert Rose a Holiday Retirement community was recently recognized by SeniorAdvisor.com as part of the “Best of 2017 Awards.” The local senior living community was honored by the largest ratings and reviews site for senior care and services for receiving consistently high ratings from residents and their families throughout 2016.

James E. Jefferson Manor Apartments Homicide

Yuma, Arizona - On Tuesday, at approximately 10:22 p.m., Yuma Police Officers were dispatched to James E. Jefferson Manor Apartments, 1350 W. 5th Street, in reference to shots fired.  Upon arrival, officers located 23 year old Gabriel Lugo outside in the driveway area of the complex.  Lugo sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was transported to Yuma Regional Medical Center where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Safety is no accident

Yuma, Arizona - Many of the injury cases the Yuma Fire Department responds to are the result of falls. Last week at least 38 emergency medical responses were for injuries related to falls, and there have been many HUNDREDS every year. Every week about 10% of our calls for service are fall related. This could be something as simple as tripping in a parking lot or cases often more serious, like falling from a ladder or roof. No matter your age or activity, it pays to watch your footing and be careful.