Press Releases
May 4, 2006
The United States Capitol Police are continuing to investigate a traffic accident that occurred early Thursday morning, May 4, 2006 at the intersection of 1st and C Street, SE. In addition to determining the existence of any evidence that would support traffic charges, the Department is also reviewing steps taken during the initial accident investigation to ensure compliance with existing policies and procedures.
May 4, 2006
The United States Capitol Police are investigating a traffic violation that occurred in the early morning hours on May 4, 2006 in the 100 Block of C Street, SE.
May 4, 2006
On April 24, 2006, the parties in The Estate of Gary Thompson v. United States, et al., Civil Action No. 04-2002 (JR), filed a Stipulation for Compromise Settlement with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
April 3, 2006
There was a power outage today at approximately 12:00 p.m. at the United States Capitol. This was the result of a power spike that affected a large portion of the Metropolitan Area.
April 3, 2006
Last week, there was an incident involving Congresswoman Cynthia McKinney (D-GA) and a United States Capitol Police Officer. The United States Capitol Police has referred its investigative findings to the United States Attorney.
March 3, 2006
Statement announcing Chief Terrance W. Gainer's retirement.
February 8, 2006
At approximately 6:30 p.m. the Russell Senate Office Building was evacuated due to a nerve agent alarm in the attic of the Russell Senate Office Building. Occupants of the building were evacuated to the West Legislative Garage.
February 1, 2006
The United States Capitol Police will request that the U.S. Attorney’s Office not pursue the charge against Cindy Lee Sheehan who was arrested Tuesday Night before the President’s State of the Union address.
January 26, 2006
On Tuesday, January 31, 2006, the State of the Union Address will take place in the United States Capitol.
January 25, 2006
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Inspector Phillip D. Morse to the position of Deputy Chief, effective Wednesday, January 4, 2006. Deputy Chief Morse will assume command of the Uniformed Services Bureau.