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Welcome to Neighbors in Uniform, a monthly newsletter from the Gwinnett County Police Department. Each edition highlights upcoming events, community programs, public safety initiatives, and topics important to you. We are proud to serve a community that places its trust in us, and we remain committed to keeping you informed, connected, and safe.
It's our mission to serve the community through the delivery of professional law enforcement services in an unbiased and compassionate manner in order to protect the lives and property of the citizens and improve the quality of life in our community.
| | Join us for the 17th annual Public Safety Fall Festival | | |
Get ready for the 17th annual Public Safety Fall Festival! We’re thrilled to invite you to a day of fun, learning, and connection at Gwinnett Field (formerly Coolray Field) this Saturday, September 12 from 11:00am to 3:00pm.
This free, family-friendly event is your chance to connect with local first responders, explore interactive public safety displays, and enjoy engaging activities for all ages, from kids to kids-at-heart!
“The Public Safety Fall Festival highlights the partnership between public safety in Gwinnett County to those we service in the community,” said Gwinnett Police Chief J.D. McClure. “We look forward to opening our doors to show you the inner workings of many of our specialized units.”
For more information about the 2026 Public Safety Fall Festival, please email PDCommunityAffairs@GwinnettCounty.com. Watch the highlight video below
| | Local faith-based organizations partner with Gwinnett Police for National Faith & Blue | | |
Gwinnett Police will continue our annual tradition of partnering with local faith-based organizations for the National Faith and Blue Weekend. Events are scheduled across the county from Friday, October 9 to Monday, October 12.
Communities are stronger and safer when residents and law enforcement professionals can relate as ordinary people with shared values, hopes, and dreams.
Check out the list of six community events that are free and open to the public below.
East Precinct Food Drive
- East Precinct and our Aviation Unit will partner with Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church to host a food drive to benefit the church’s food pantry that feeds well over 2,500 people each month.
- Now until Friday, October 9, 8:00am – 4:00pm
- Drop off Location: East Precinct, 2273 Alcovy Road in Dacula
West Precinct Food Drive
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West Precinct will partner with Rockbridge Baptist Church and Walmart to host a food drive to benefit the church’s There’s Hope for the Hungry campaign that feeds local families each week.
- Friday, October 9, 4:00pm – 7:00pm
- Drop off Location: West Precinct, 4975 Jimmy Carter Boulevard in Norcross
Community Hoops with Police
- South Precinct will partner with Annistown Road Church. Officers and community members will team up with local youth for a community basketball game.
- Friday, October 9, 4:00pm – 5:30pm
- Location: Annistown Road Church, 4554 Annistown Road in Snellville
Family Fun Day
- Central Precinct will partner with Cross Pointe Church to host a family fun day featuring Kona Ice, games, and face painting.
- Saturday, October 10, 9:30am – noon
- Location: Cross Pointe Church, 1800 Satellite Blvd., in Duluth
Pumpkins, Purpose, People Fall Festival
- Bay Creek Precinct will partner with the city of Grayson, Georgia Future Leaders, and Grayson Methodist Church to host a Fall Festival of encouragement, purpose, and development of future leaders through fellowship and faith.
- Sunday, October 11, 1:00pm – 4:00pm
- Event Location: Grayson City Park, 475 Grayson Parkway in Grayson
Community Block Party
- Community Affairs will partner with Annistown Road Church, Berean Christian Church, Ismaili Civic, New Mercies Christian Church, Sunrise Baptist Church, Temple Beth David, The Salvation Army – Gwinnett, and Commissioner Jasper Watkins III to host an interfaith Community Block Party with lunch provided by Lettum Eat!
- Monday, October 12, noon – 3:00pm
- Event Location: Alexander Park, 800 Old Snellville Highway in Lawrenceville
We look forward to building relationships in the community as we serve together!
| | Register for our firearm safety and security classes | | |
If you're a first-time gun owner or have years of experience, refreshing your firearm safety skills is always a smart choice. Our Firearm Safety and Security classes provide practical guidelines and best practices for responsible handling, storage, and gun safety awareness. Each session is led by trained law enforcement professionals.
Registration is required, and seating is limited. Youth participants must attend with a parent or guardian. For everyone's safety, personal firearms are not permitted in class. All sessions begin promptly at 6:00pm.
Visit GwinnettCounty.com/FirearmSafety to register for one of our upcoming sessions below:
- Monday, October 5 at 6:00pm, North Precinct, 2735 Mall of Georgia Blvd, Buford
- Thursday, October 22 at 6:00pm, South Precinct, 2180 Stone Drive, Lilburn
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