Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the various divisions within the Hampton Police Department?

  The Township of Hampton Police Department consists of 18 full-time and 4 part-time Police officers and 2 civilian personnel working in divisions to provide you with the highest level of public safety and emergency assistance. Each division helps to provide a different aspect of protection for you and your family. These divisions are: - Patrol - this division is the largest of the force and is comprised of uniformed officers who patrol the neighborhoods and business districts of Hampton Township. They are out there to insure public safety and to respond to emergency calls for assistance.
  

  • Traffic - this division of uniformed officers is responsible for keeping the streets of Hampton Township safe for all motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians. They also assist in emergency calls.
  • Investigations - this division is assigned to cases such as thefts, kidnappings, or other crimes where investigation is required to identify suspects or gather information following an initial police report.
  • Drug Task Force - this division specializes in cases involving the distribution of illegal drugs.
  • Juvenile/Community Relations - this division handles community education programs, tours of the police department, neighborhood crime watches, School Resource Officers, juvenile crime and education related issues.
  • Administration - this division handles all administrative functions including the investigation of reported misconduct by any of its officers.
  If you would like more information about the divisions within the Police Department please call between 8AM and 4PM, Monday through Friday, at (412)-486-0400.

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