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.
Backpacks & School Supplies Giveaway!
Christ Baptist Church Burlington NJ will be holding their annual Back to School Kick-Off - Backpacks & School Supplies Giveaway on Saturday, August 19th from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Check out the flyer for details!
🎥 🍿 🎥 HAPPENING TONIGHT 🎥 🍿 🎥
Don't forget...tonight at 8pm at the Oakland Avenue Park for an outdoor showing of “Moana”. This is a free community event where snacks will be provided. Please bring your own chairs or blankets. We hope to see you all there!
Press Release – 7/31/23
PRESS RELEASE July 31, 2023 On Saturday, July 29, 2023 at approximately 11:55 PM Burlington City Police patrols were dispatched to the unit block of East Federal St for a report of gunshots. As officers arrived a resident from East Federal St. stated that her house had been hit by gunfire. The residence was struck by a stray bullet and was not the intended target. Officers and detectives found a casing at the scene, as well as a handgun. As a result of a subsequent investigation Crashon Diggs, age 20 of Burlington Twp. NJ was charged with numerous offenses. He was taken into custody on Saturday, July 31, 2023 during an unrelated incident. Diggs was lodged in the Burlington County Detention Facility pending Court. Diggs was charged with Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Receiving Stolen Property and Criminal Mischief. ** All subjects are considered innocent until proven guilty in a Court of Law**
TONIGHT IS FREE MOVIE NIGHT!!!
FREE MOVIE NIGHT Please join us for a FREE Movie Night this Friday, October 7th at 7:45 p.m. outside on the Riverfront Promenade. This event is being sponsored in partnership with Pearl Pointe Apartments. Please see the flyer below for additional details!!
📽 🍿 FREE MOVIE NIGHT 🍿 📽
Please join us for a FREE Movie Night this Friday, October 7th at 7:45 p.m. outside on the Riverfront Promenade. This event is being sponsored in partnership with Pearl Pointe Apartments. Please see the flyer below for additional details!!
City of Burlington Annual BCPD K-9 Car Show **POSTPONED**
******************UPDATE****************** Due to the threat of inclimate weather the Annual BCPD K-9 Car Show has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 5, 2022. Please see updated flyers below.
Throwback Thursday – Detective Brian Ptaszenski
***THROWBACK THURSDAY - Detective Brian Ptaszenski*** Has your child starting collecting BCPD trading cards yet? Each Thursday we will be posting a “Throwback” photo of Officers throwback and current cards. Don’t forget to keep an eye out for Detective Ptaszenski to collect his card! The first child that comes to Police Headquarters at 525 High Street with the complete card set containing all 43 cards, will be gifted a new bicycle of their choice from Burlington County Bikes donated by the members of Lodge #63! Good Luck!!
⚖️ FREE EXPUNGEMENT CLINIC ⚖️
The City of Burlington Police Department has partnered with several other organizations to host an Expungement Clinic. Details can be found on the flyer below or by clicking on the link provided. https://burlcobar.org/dayofservice.php
CRUISE NIGHT CANCELLATION
****CRUISE NIGHT CANCELLED**** Cruise Night for Thursday, September 23rd has been cancelled due to inclement weather.




















