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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.
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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 [...]
Cruzin on the River Car and Motorcycle Cruise Nights & Concerts
Mark your calendars for the 2023 Cruise and Concert Series!
🎓 Congratulations, “Class of 2023”! 🎓
The BCHS "Class of 2023" Graduation Ceremony is only a day away! Tickets are required for admission (issued to graduating students in advance), or you can live-stream the ceremony here: bit.ly/cityproud2023
Raymond Costello Track and Field at Wilbur Watts School will be closed to the public beginning today until Friday, 6/16 at 6:00 A.M.
The Raymond Costello Track and Field at Wilbur Watts School will be closed to the public beginning today until Friday, 6/16 at 6:00 A.M. as we prepare for BCHS Graduation ceremonies. Thank you for your support and understanding!
Youth Police Academy 2022
Please join the City of Burlington Police Department as we team up with the Edgewater Park Police Department for our 1st Youth Police Academy. This academy is open to students ages 12-17 (residents of the City of Burlington and Edgewater Park). The Youth Police Academy will run from August 1st - August 5th. Please download the below application and return by July 8, 2022. All completed applications can either be dropped off to the City of Burlington Police Department, 525 High Street, Burlington, or emailed to jpennacchi@burlingtonnj.us. YPA BCPD EPPD Application 2022
April is Autism Awareness Month
There are so many ways to recognize Autism Awareness Month, and The City of Burlington Police Department is excited to announce a seat belt cover program alerting first responders that the wearer is on the Autism spectrum and may respond to aiding emergency responders with resistance. The seatbelt covers are blue with the words, "I have Autism" Elliot Ferrell was kind enough to model of the seat belt covers for the police department. The seat belt covers are available for pick up at the police station.
News Release – Welcome K9 Sully (Therapy and Emotional Support K9)
NEWS RELEASE April 7, 2022 BCPD K-9 Unit Opens Another Chapter in Community Policing Burlington, NJ - City of Burlington School District Superintendent Dr. John Russell and Chief John Fine proudly announce the arrival and implementation of K-9 Sully, a Therapy and Emotional Support Dog, who will be assigned to the School District to assist students and staff within the district. The effort began in coordination with Jacquelene O’Brien, Director of Child Study Team and Pupil Personnel Services, acknowledging a need to support several students in the school district while overcoming numerous obstacles to include the COVID-19 Pandemic and getting adapted back to in person learning. Director O’Brien said, “Through observing community policing, I have witnessed the positive impact police dogs have on the communities in which they serve. Knowing the effects animals have on promoting social interaction and the tremendous benefits of animal therapy, I just knew that K9 Sully would be the perfect fit in the Burlington City School District. By having a full-time therapy dog in the school setting, we are [...]
The students at Samuel Smith School had a very special visitor!!
The students at Samuel Smith School had a very special visitor!! Det. Corporal Czajka and K9 Zero stopped by to see the students as they learned about having a pet and different types of working dogs. Everyone loves K9 Zero!!
