Our Mission

The mission of the Alexandria Police Department is to provide competent, courteous, professional and community oriented police services. We are committed to maintaining and enhancing a strong and productive partnership with the community to continue to reduce crime and improve the quality of life in all of Alexandria's neighborhoods. We are dedicated to protecting life and property while assuring fair and equal treatment to everyone.

Alexandria maintains a modern, highly trained, technically skilled, energetic, diverse and well-equipped police department, with a current authorized strength of 320 sworn and 138 civilian employees. Our staff provides courteous, efficient and timely service to residents, visitors and businesses in our City.

The Alexandria Police Department has been internationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) since 1986 and was reaccredited in 1991, 1996, 2001, 2004, 2007 and 2010. This is a significant accomplishment for the men and women of the department. CALEA accreditation is a rigorous and difficult process that, if achieved, affirms the professional status of law enforcement agencies worldwide.

	Alexandria Police Department Accepting Applications for the 27th Session of the Citizens Police Academy Applications being accepted now! The academy will be held every Wednesday from 6:30 p.m.to 10:00 p.m. at the Police Department’s new Headquarters at 3600 Wheeler Ave in the Community Room, located on the 1st floor. Classes begin on March 14, 2012, and will end with a formal graduation ceremony on May 23, 2012. For more information on the Citizens Police Academy or to request an application, visit the 27th Citizens Police Academy Page or e-mail the Volunteer Office at Virginia.obranovich@alexandriava.gov. The deadline for registrations is February 14, 2012.
	Alexandria Police Officer Recruits Graduate from Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy’s 125th Session Nine Alexandria Police Department recruits graduated on Monday, December 19 from the 125th session of the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy’s Basic Law Enforcement School. The graduation ceremony was held at the George Mason University Concert Hall in Fairfax, Virginia. See 125th Session Press Release
	Alexandria Police Officers Deliver Toys and Food to Families in Need On Saturday, December 17, members of the Police Department's Community-Oriented Policing (COPS) Program delivered toys and food to families in need. Officers in the Hume Springs/Lynhaven area obtained donations through local businesses and were able to fill the wish lists of children in their community. Officers in James Bland community obtained supplies through partnering with Toys for Tots and delivered toys and food to families throughout the community.
	Alexandria Police Employees Receive Sons of the American Revolution Award The Sons of the American Revolution honored two police officers and a deputy sheriff on Saturday, December 10, at their annual commendation ceremony at the Belle Haven Country Club. Sergeant Robyn Nichols was awarded the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal in recognition of her 24 years of distinguished service with the Alexandria Police Department. Officer Anton Keith was awarded the Law Enforcement Commendation Medal for his heroic actions saving a suicidal person on July 20, 2011.
	Alexandria Parking Enforcement Officer Receives Sunrise Optimist Award On December 6, the Sunrise Optimist Club awarded Parking Enforcement Officer (PEO) Daniel Owusu with its 2011 Officer of the Year Award. The award was given to PEO Owusu for the time and dedication he provides to help children, schools and communities in his homeland of Ghana. The award was presented during a Sunrise Optimist Breakfast that took place at the Belle Haven Country Club.
	Found Property Pursuant to the provision of section 4-1-16 of the code of the City of Alexandria, the Alexandria Police Department located at 2003 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22314 is now in possession of unclaimed bicycles, mopeds, lawn equipment, money, scooters, and other items. All persons having valid claim to the property should file a claim to the property with reasonable proof of ownership or the items will be sold, destroyed, converted or donated. For a complete listing click here and contact the Police Property Unit at (703) 838-4709.
	Join the Police Department We are no longer accepting applications for the police exam that will be held on Saturday, January 21, 2012. Please check back for the date of the next exam. The Alexandria Police Department is currently accepting applications for the following positions: Property Clerk and Special Police Officer. Please search for new vacancies and apply online at Current Alexandria Job Vacancies. The Alexandria Police Department is currently hiring Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS) certified law enforcement officers.
	Volunteer with the Police Department The volunteer program was established by the Chief of Police to have citizens get involved in supporting their community by volunteering their time and support to the Police Department. There are a wide variety of volunteer opportunities available in administrative and support activities, allowing sworn personnel to spend more of their time and specialized skills on law enforcement and crime prevention activities.

Important Links

The Police Department is located at 3600 Wheeler Avenue. The telephone number for police emergencies is 911.
For non-emergency calls and general information, please call 703-838-4444 or the Department's TDD line at 703.838.4896.