THE DEPARTMENT OF POLICE is authorized to deploy up to 289 officers in motor vehicles, on foot, and on bicycle in order to protect and serve the citizens of the city. It recently joined the ranks of 350 other departments nationwide in achieving operations accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies.

POLICE ACADEMY
Become part of a proud tradition. Applications are now being accepted for the 93rd Police Academy. Visit the recruitment page and download the application & career information.

WPD NEWS ROOM
Visit the news room for up-to-date information from the Wilmington Police Department. If you are a member of the media and need more information, contact M/Sgt. Steven H. Barnes, WPD Public Information Officer, at (302) 576-3162 or steven.barnes@cj.state.de.us.

VICTIM SERVICES
Wilmington Police Victim Services offers help to victims, survivors or witnesses of violent crimes. Visit the Victim Services page for more information and important telephone numbers.

CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT
The Wilmington Police Department supports the Delaware Division of Child Support Enforcement in their effort to locate individuals who are WANTED FOR FAILURE TO PAY CHILD SUPPORT in Delaware. Download the wanted poster here (PDF). If you have information about any of the individuals pictured, please contact DE Crime Stoppers at 1-800-TIP-3333, crimestoppers@state.de.us or www.tipsubmit.com.

For more information about the Division of Child Support Enforcement, visit the State of Delaware's website at www.dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/dcse/.

DRUG MUGS
Concern over the purchase & sale of narcotics in the City has prompted Wilmington City Council to pass
Sub. 1 Ordinance 04-059 - legislation that authorizes
the publication of information and identification of persons arrested for purchasing and/or selling illegal drugs
within the City of Wilmington.

YOUTH INTERVENTION UNIT
This team identifies "at risk" youths and coordinates appropriate services through community-based antiviolence, crime prevention and drug education programs. Representatives work with schools and community agencies to achieve the unit's goals and are available to address community groups upon request.

DELAWARE CRIME STOPPERS
Wilmington Police reminds citizens that providing substantial information to police about a crime or a criminal that leads to an arrest may qualify for cash rewards of up to $1,000.00 through the Delaware Crime Stoppers Organization.

CALL IN YOUR ANONYMOUS TIP AT 1-800-TIP-3333.