Kevin Belk
Chief of Police
616.456.3364 |
Mission Statement
The members of the Grand Rapids Police Department are committed to providing the highest quality of professional police services. We strive to protect life, enforce and uphold the law, preserve order, and protect property. In partnership with citizens, city government, and other stakeholders, we commit ourselves to improving the quality of life in our community. |
Welcome to The Grand Rapids Police Department!
Emergency Number: 911
Non Emergency Number: 616-456-3400
Established in 1871, The Grand Rapids Police Department has grown to become the second largest police department in the State of Michigan. Staffed by 316 uniformed personnel, as well as 81 dedicated civilian employees, the department handles approximately 150,000 calls for service a year in a city with a population of almost 190,000.
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Combining a rich law enforcement heritage and today's theories of Community-Oriented Government, the department continues to set the standard for policing by which other police departments are judged.
Utilizing partnerships with community organizations and focusing on specific neighborhood problems, the department is dedicated to helping the citizens of Grand Rapids help themselves. This partnership of the police working together with citizens to effect positive change is the keystone of our community policing program.
The purpose of the Grand Rapids Police Department Web Site is to inform the public of current events, provide insight into both our mission and our history, and to provide the user with a positive interactive experience with our organization.
Listed in this site is a breakdown of our organizational structure, our long-range plans, and our history; just to name a few things. Welcome to our home.