Harrisburg Bureau of Police – Office of the Chief – Harrisburg, PA

Harrisburg Bureau of Police

The Harrisburg Bureau of Police is the primary municipal law enforcement agency for the City of Harrisburg. Headquartered in the Vance C. McCormick Public Safety Building on Walnut Street, the Bureau is led by the Police Commissioner. It is responsible for maintaining public order, preventing crime, and enforcing laws within the city limits. As a state-accredited agency, it operates multiple specialized divisions to serve the diverse needs of the state capital’s community.

Divisions and Operations

The Bureau is organized into several key operational areas to ensure comprehensive public safety coverage.

• Uniformed Patrol Division: The backbone of the force, providing 24/7 emergency response, traffic enforcement, and community patrols.
• Criminal Investigation Division: Detectives in this unit handle serious crimes, including homicides, robberies, and special victims cases.
• Community Services: Focuses on building relationships with residents through community policing initiatives and crime prevention programs.
• Specialized Units: Includes the K-9 Unit, Traffic Safety Unit, and the Street Crimes Unit.

Visiting the Public Safety Building

The headquarters at 123 Walnut Street serves as the administrative hub. While patrol officers are on duty around the clock, the administrative offices for obtaining police reports or speaking with command staff generally operate during standard business hours. The lobby provides a secure point of contact for citizens needing non-emergency assistance.