Manchester Police Department – Manchester, NH

Manchester Police Department Headquarters

The Manchester Police Department (MPD) operates from the Michael Briggs Public Safety Building on Valley Street. As the primary law enforcement agency for New Hampshire’s largest city, the MPD is dedicated to community policing, crime prevention, and public safety. The department is CALEA accredited and is organized into several key divisions to effectively serve the diverse needs of the community. The headquarters is open 24 hours a day for emergencies and general assistance, though specific administrative services like records requests have limited weekday hours.

Divisions and Services

The department provides comprehensive municipal services ranging from emergency response to administrative support. Key operational areas include:

• Patrol Division: The backbone of the department, responding to 911 calls and conducting routine patrols.
• Investigative Division: Detectives handling major crimes, including homicide, robbery, and domestic violence.
• Community Affairs: Focusing on community engagement, the mounted unit, and the Police Athletic League (PAL).
• Traffic Unit: Enforcing motor vehicle laws and investigating accidents.
• Records Division: Handling public records requests, accident reports, and background checks.

Public Resources

Residents visit the station for various permits and services. The department processes Pistol Permits for residents and offers civilian fingerprinting services (typically for employment or visa purposes) on specific weekdays for a fee. Alarm permits are also managed here to reduce false alarms in the city. The lobby provides a safe exchange zone for internet purchases. For non-emergencies, residents are encouraged to use the department’s online reporting tools or call the business line. 🚓👮‍♀️🐕🔦🚔