Ransomware Group Wallstreet Hits: Edgewood Police Department
Summary
In the latest cybersecurity news, Edgewood Police Department — an organization based in US — has fallen victim to a ransomware attack conducted by the group Wallstreet. This data breach, discovered on 2026-07-04T18:20:51.529157+00:00, underscores the increasing need for proactive cybersecurity defenses as we continue through 2026.
Incident Report
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Target Organization | Edgewood Police Department |
| Threat Group | Wallstreet |
| Summary | The Edgewood Police Department is part of the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department, providing public safety and law enforcement services for the city. |
| Date of Breach | 2026-07-04T18:15:09+00:00 |
| Discovery Date | 2026-07-04T18:20:51.529157+00:00 |
| Region | US |
| Business Sector | Public Sector |
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