The Phoenix Police Department announced on September 25, 2026 that its main headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona, has been closed because of water damage. The shutdown applies to the entire building, halting normal activity within the facility.
According to the department, the water damage was sufficient to require a complete closure of the headquarters. As a result, every function that normally operates out of the site is currently unable to proceed from that location. The public records unit, which normally processes requests and maintains official documents, is among the services affected by the closure.
The department’s statement indicated that the water damage directly caused the decision to shut the building. No additional details about the source or extent of the water intrusion were provided. The focus of the announcement was on the immediate impact on departmental operations rather than on any longer‑term repair schedule.
With the headquarters closed, the department’s ability to conduct routine administrative work is disrupted. The public records unit, a key component for citizens seeking official information, will not be accessible at the usual address until the building is restored. The closure therefore creates a temporary interruption for members of the public who rely on the unit’s services.
The Phoenix Police Department confirmed that it is aware of the situation and is monitoring the condition of the headquarters. While the department did not specify alternative locations for the displaced functions, the closure underscores the importance of the building to daily police operations. The department’s communication emphasized that the water damage was the sole reason for the shutdown and that normal operations will resume once the issue is resolved.
No further information about the timeline for repairs or reopening was included in the announcement. The department will likely provide updates as the situation evolves, but for now the headquarters remains closed and department services, including the public records unit, remain inaccessible at that site.