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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.
Burlington County Recovery Center
The Recovery Center serves as a “one-stop” destination where individuals can be paired with a recovery peer, and obtain information about treatment programs, recovery support services and community resources. Wellness activities and classes, and recovery groups are also scheduled and held here.
Quick Links
🐾🐾 Santa Paws Event – Saturday, 12/9/23 🐾🐾
Check out this awesome event happening tomorrow, Saturday, December 9th from 12:00 to 3:30pm at the Burlington County Animal Shelter. There will be bake sale items, gift bags and of course, pictures with Santa! There are so many fur babies that are in need of a loving home right now and Adoption fees are being waived! Please come out and show your support for the animals and maybe even meet your new best friend ⬇️⬇️ CLICK HERE TO SEE THE EVENT DETAILS ⬇️⬇️ https://www.facebook.com/events/355864450434643?ref=newsfeed
Happy Hanukkah!
Happy Hanukkah to everyone who celebrates... may this season be filled with peace, love, and happiness.
National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Every December 7th, Americans remember and honor the 2,403 service members and civilians who died and 1,178 injured during the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941. The attack sank the USS Arizona and USS Utah battleships and nearly 200 aircraft. Learn more at: https://www.nps.gov/perl/learn/historyculture/national-pearl-harbor-remembrance-day.htm?fbclid=IwAR3Xv47AxB01dmwfA_yc74u5obYylyLchNPOV5A6wW365ll9HV5JQ3YichQ
Holiday Parade and a Message from Chief Fine
Tremendous event and parade tonight! Thank you to all officers who worked the event and our dedicated officers who walked in the parade with their families showing our BCPD Family! Thank you for our special guests who walked with us! Sheriff Kostpolis, Undersheriff Carr, and Retired BCPD Chief John Lazzarotti accompanied the police department down High Street. NJ State FOP Labor Council Representative Sean Lavin escorted our department with the Trenton AOH Pipe Band. Thank you for our great partnership and welcome back Chief Laz! Leading the parade was our Reserve Sergeant Snyder with our BCPD Patrol Vehicle, Burlington County Sheriffs Dept, and Burlington Township Police Department. NJ TRANSIT Police also assisted with Traffic and pedestrian safety. Unity keeping our Community Safe. Happy Holidays from our families to yours! - Chief John J. Fine
Congratulations to Ptl. Lung, Ptl. Murphy, Ptl. Duga and Ptl. Pruden on receiving the Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office PROCOPS Award!
Please Congratulate Patrol Officer Lung, Patrol Officer Murphy, Patrol Officer Duga and Patrol Officer Pruden on receiving the Burlington County Prosecutor's Office PROCOPS Award, Lifesaving Award on June 14, 2023 They were honored for their dedication and bravery. Thank you to their families and friends present at the Award Banquet and who support them on daily basis.
Congratulations Lt. Caruso – Hometown Hero
Please join us in Congratulating Lieutenant Joseph Caruso on being named Cloudman’s Hometown Heroes last night at the Trenton Thunder. He was joined by his family, friends, coworkers and other honorees. Congratulations to all!
No Parking Notice for Road Maintenance
**** ATTENTION **** On Tuesday, June 20th there will be NO PARKING on East Broad Street from High Street to Earl Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. On Thursday, June 22nd there will be NO PARKING on High Street, from East Federal Street to Broad Street, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. due to road maintenance. Please plan accordingly. Thank you!
Juneteenth Freedom Day
In celebration of Juneteenth the City of Burlington Police Department would like to highlight some significant historical facts. By 1790, Burlington County had the largest free Black population of any county in the state, according to the Library of Congress. “This can be attributed to its location in the Delaware Valley, known as the ‘cradle of emancipation,’ where slaves were freed on a large scale,” it said. “The sizeable presence and influence in the valley of Quakers, America's first organized group to speak out against the evils of bondage, enabled this region to be the pacesetter regarding black emancipation.” Once called Wheatley’s Burlington Pharmacy, this building was a Quaker-owned building used to harbor runaway slaves and the site of anti-slavery rallies. Located at 301 High St. in Burlington City, it is also the oldest pharmacy in continuous operation in the state. This historic pharmacy was built on the corner of High and East Union Streets in Burlington in 1731. The date is proudly incorporated into the side of the building along [...]
WOOD STREET FAIR – SATURDAY, 9/10/22 9AM – 4PM
****HAPPENING TOMORROW - WOOD STREET FAIR**** Tomorrow, Saturday, September 10th the City will be having the 51st Annual Wood Street Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please see the flyers below for information or restricted parking and road closures. We hope to see you all there!
School Supply Collection Drive – Tuesday, 8/30
HAPPENING TOMORROW!! Please join the City of Burlington Education Association in their School Supply Collection Drive, tomorrow, August 30th from 2:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Niagra Fire House Parking Lot (Rte. 130 North and High Street). Let's help "Stuff the Bus" with supplies to ensure all children in the community have the supplies they need. Please see the flyer below for needed supplies. ***THIS IS A COLLECTION EVENT - NOT A DISTRIBUTION EVENT***
Clear the Shelter Event – Saturday, August 27th 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Tomorrow from 12-3 stop by the Burlington County Animal Shelter to find your new best friend! In honor of the nationwide "Clear the Shelter" campaign there will be refreshments, games and fun for the whole family. #CleartheShelters2022 #adoptdontshop Check out animals posted here https://www.co.burlington.nj.us/168/Animal-Shelter
Burlington County Sheriff’s Department – Senior Citizen Police Academy
Sheriff Basantis and Undersheriff Kostoplis are excited to announce the Burlington County Sheriff's Department upcoming Senior Citizen Police Academy!! Some of the topics discussed will be: consumer fraud, narcotics awareness, CPR/First Aid, personal safety, fire safety, home security, K-9 Demo, and much more!! Classes will be held 7 consecutive Thursdays beginning September 15, 2022 to October 27, 2022. The duration of each class will be from 1 pm to 3 pm, and they will take place at the Mount Laurel Senior Center, 100 Mt. Laurel Road, Mt. Laurel 08054. For additional information or to register, please call Jackie Moore in our Community Services Unit at (609)-265-5785.
