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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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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
PRESS RELEASE – 4/6/23 – Fatal Pedestrian Motor Vehicle Crash
On April 1, 2023 at approximately 7:45 PM, the City of Burlington Police Department responded to the area of Route 130 South and Uhler Ave. for a report of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle. The victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene and was transported to the Burlington County Medical Examiner’s Office. The victim was later identified as Jeremiah McCarthy, age 70 of Burlington Twp., New Jersey. The driver, a 70 year old male from Burlington Twp., New Jersey was not injured and remained on location. This case is currently being investigated by the City of Burlington Police Department, Traffic Unit and Criminal Investigation Division. Any person with information regarding this investigation is urged to call Detective Corporal Anna Czajka at 609-386-0262, Ext 221 or message us on Facebook. All messages will remain confidential.
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.
**UPDATE FROM OFFICE OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT**
As of March 30th, after numerous rounds of sampling by the City of Burlington Water Department and government agencies, we have NOT detected any contaminants from the spill. Water is safe to drink & use. We will continue to perform required testing and maintenance activities to continue providing safe and clean drinking water to our residents.
Fallen Officer’s Memorial Reveal – 11/22
Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Department for the reveal of the Fallen Officer’s Memorial. Officer Gusrang and Officer Rogan made the ultimate sacrifice and will forever be remembered!
Thank you Girl Scout Cadets of Troop 20737
"Thank you" to the Girl scout cadets of Troop 20737 for dropping off enough goodies for the whole squad. These cadets are working towards their Caring Community Patch and they're off to a great start!
Intellectual Disability Registration Event
Officers from the BCPD, along with Criminal Justice Students from RCBC will have registration for individuals with Autism/Intellectual disabilities on Monday, November 22nd from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the City of Burlington, 525 High Street, Burlington, New Jersey 08016. For more information, please contact Det. Anna Czajka at 609-386-0262 ext. 221 / aczajka@burlingtonnj.us or Dr. Amber Ciccanti at aciccanti@rcbc.edu.
