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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
Drive Carefully – Deer Mating Season
Love is in the air for deer this mating season. When driving, use extra caution and lower speeds, especially around wooded roads and parks, to avoid colliding with deer who have entered the roadway. #BeAlert #drivesafe
Happening Now! Burlington County Expungement Clinic
From 10am to 6pm. Please see the attached flyer for additional information.
Don’t drink and drive! Booze 🍷 and Boos 👻 don’t mix!
If you’re planning on going out to celebrate a Spooktacular Halloween tomorrow night, remember to do it safely. If you plan on drinking- don’t drive. Booze and boos don’t mix. #Halloween
Building Communities of Trust Meeting – 10/27/23
CALLING ALL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES AND RELIGIOUS LEADERS! Please join us for the Building Communities of Trust Meeting on Friday, October 27, 2023 from 10am to 1pm at the Burlington County Library in Westampton. Colonel Patrick Callahan, Superintendent of the New Jersey State Police will be Guest Speaker. We hope to see you there. Please see the flyer below for additional details.
Bring Your Child to Work Day 2023
Today we had some very special guests for Bring your child to work day. We took a tour of the station and patrol cars, checked out the drone, played with K9 Sully, got goodie bags and had a pizza party. What a fun day! Thank you for everyone who participated and special thanks to Francescos Pizzeria & Ristorante Italiano for donating lunch!
Congratulations Officer Martinez and K9 Echo
Congratulations to Officer Martinez and K9 Echo on successfully completing a 120 hour course in Tracking and Evidence searches at the Penn Vet Working Dog Center. Way to go Team!!!!
Youth Police Academy 2023!
The City of Burlington Police Department and the Edgewater Park Township Police Department are now accepting applications for our joint Youth Police Academy 2023. Applications may be picked up at either department or by clicking the link below. Any questions please contact Edgewater Park Police Lieutenant John Harris, Burlington City Police Detective Will Lancenese or Burlington City Police Reserve Officer Jeff Green. The deadline to submit applications is May 31, 2023. Youth Police Academy Application
Officers Attend Career Day!
The City of Burlington Police Department would like to thank the Rowan College at Burlington County and the Saint Pauls Schools for having our officers at their Career Days. On Thursday, officers attended the annual law enforcement career day hosted by Rowan College at Burlington County and on Friday, officers attended the Saint Pauls School Career Day. Our officers were able to meet many community members and answer questions about Law Enforcement careers.
National Night Out 2022 – Tuesday, August 2nd
MARK YOUR CALENDARS National Night Out 2022 is Tuesday, August 2nd from 6 pm to 9 pm at the Riverfront Promenade. This is a FREE community event. National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes Police-Community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. Special shout out to Low Rate Towing and Burlington county auto parts for their generous donations to help make this night possible. If you would like to participate or donate in some way to this event please contact Jamie at 609-386-0262 ext. 252 or via email at jpennacchi@burlingtonnj.us. We hope to see you all there!
Heritage and History Day – Saturday, August 6th
Mark your calendars for the Greater Burlington Chamber of Commerce Heritage and History Day, Saturday, August 6th from 12pm to 4pm. For more information check out the flyers below.
