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Welcome to City Of Burlington Police Department
The City of Burlington Police Department is Accredited through the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police. Our Department strives to be a model Law Enforcement Agency through commitment to excellence and partnerships with our community. With core values of Integrity, Professionalism and Service we will continue to enhance the quality for all residents of the City of Burlington.
Our Mission Statement
The mission of the City of Burlington Police Division is to ensure the best quality of life for our citizens through partnerships with the community, enforcement of the law, and the provision of a safe environment. We will act professionally, and ensure that all officers conduct themselves with the highest level of moral and ethical standards.
Straight to Treatment
It is a program created to help those that are caught in the powerful grip of addiction and substance abuse – but would like to break free – with the opportunity to be connected to a program to assist them with overcoming their addiction. You do NOT need insurance to participate.
Volunteers of America Delaware Valley (VOADV) is a local affiliate of national, non-profit organization, Volunteers of America, and provides essential services to our community’s most vulnerable individuals. Each year, we serve more than 13,000 individuals throughout the southern New Jersey and Philadelphia region and operates more than 40 high quality, outcome-driven assistance programs – from homelessness, reentry, veteran’s assistance and affordable housing services to specialized programs for individuals with addiction, traumatic brain injury and/or intellectual disabilities.
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Human Trafficking Victims Lifeline
Human trafficking victims are in everyday locations like bars, hotels, and transportation centers. These posters could be a lifeline for victims of human trafficking. That's why the New Jersey Office of the Attorney General is working to get them placed in New Jersey establishments. You can download the poster by clicking the link below: njoag.gov/stallsforsafety
🚧 🚧 ROAD CLOSURE 🚧 🚧
Mill Road from Wood Street to Cox Farm Road will be CLOSED to all traffic until further notice, due to a water main break. Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes. Thank you!
TRAFFIC ALERT – 1/24/24
Mill Road from Wood St to Cox Farm Rd will be closed to all traffic Wednesday January 24, 2024 from 9:00am through most of the day until repairs are completed. Please avoid the area and seek alternate routes.
PRESS RELEASE – 1/22/24
PRESS RELEASE Monday, January 22, 2024 On Sunday, January 21, 2024 at approximately 2:00 pm, Burlington City Police and Fire Departments were dispatched to the 300 block of York Street for a reported structure fire. Upon their arrival, units were faced with a working fire in an attached dwelling which required the assistance of numerous mutual aid first responders. There were no injuries reported, however three homes sustained significant damage. As a result of the fire three families were displaced and were provided assistance by the American Red Cross and Volunteers of America Delaware Valley. This incident is still under investigation, however the cause is not believed to be suspicious in nature.
Domestic Violence Awareness
The Department of Children and Families, Division on Women has donated the Domestic Violence Awareness pins to our officers. The officers, four and two legged, and staff are showing support for survivors of Domestic Violence. #domesticviolenceawareness #EveryoneMatters
Good Luck Officer Earl!!
THANK YOU to SRO Officer Earl McQuarry for his service to our community! SRO McQuarry’s last day at Captain James Lawrence School was yesterday as he accepted a position in Philadelphia, PA! We wish him well in his new professional journey as he transitions to his new position. Thankfully he will be staying with our department as a part time officer working sporting and special events! We want to wish Officer Earl good luck as he leaves Lawrence School to persue a new position. Thank you so much for taking such good care of us! Please know that you are always welcome at CJL and will always be a Lil' Blue in our book! #CityStrong #CityProud City of Burlington Police Department
Job Opening – SPECIAL LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER – CLASS III
The City of Burlington Police Department is seeking professional, qualified applicants for the position of Class III Special Law Enforcement Officer(s) who, under the direction of the Chief of Police, shall conduct school safety and security duties within the City of Burlington Board of Education School District. Please see attached job posting for requirements and details or visit https://www.nj.gov/lps/dcj/njptc/pdf/SLEO-III_Checklist.pdf
Mark you calendars for the Annual BCPD K-9 Car Show!!
Saturday, October 7th from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the 200 and 300 blocks of High Street and the Riverfront Promenade. See flyers for additional details!
CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) – Upcoming Events!
The BCPD has partnered with CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) of Burlington County. We now have Recovery specialists on-site Tue and Thur. Please take a look at some of their upcoming events. For more info please visit http://Preventioniskey.org
📣📣 Calling All Students!! 📣📣
In partnership with the City of Burlington School District we are so excited to announce the K9 Drawing Contest!! Winners will be featured on t-shirts for an "Adopt a Dog" program fundraiser!! Check out the complete guidelines and contest rules below: https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Calling-all-Students--Enter-Our-K-9-Drawing-Contest-.html?soid=1130162769241&aid=i-H6QoXaN7U
Lets join BTPD in honoring the life of Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099
Lets join Burlington Township Police Department in honoring the life of Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099 SIGN UP BY 4/1/23 TO RECEIVE A SHIRT! Put on your running shoes and join the Burlington Township Police FOP Lodge #84 in a 5k run, the first annual ‘Cardio for Cosmo’ Memorial 5k run honoring fallen Detective Steven T. Cosmo #3099. Detective Cosmo impacted the lives of so many people and it is our job to now honor and remember him for the loving, caring, dedicated man that he was. This event is a memorial 5k run with the intention of memorializing Detective Cosmo and giving back to the programs that help provide suicide prevention assistance to our country’s law enforcement and military personnel. https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/Burlington/CardioforCosmoMemorial5K1Mile?fbclid=IwAR0jmX02qpjyOQbVuR8248Yshb7oJdLf6Oe-FXQfxJ_1ViEr-EwIC7Ugxm4
Upcoming Events with CARES
The City of Burlington Police Department has partnered with CARES (Center for Addiction, Recovery, Education, and Success) of Burlington County. We now have Recovery specialists on-site Tuesdays and Thursdays. Please take a look at some of their upcoming events. For more information please contact Ashley at broecker@mcpik.org or visit Preventioniskey.org
