About the Boston Police Department

Mission Statement

We dedicate ourselves to working in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear, and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.

Our Mission is Neighborhood Policing.

Message from the Commissioner

Welcome to the website of the historic Boston Police Department. The Boston Police Department has been recognized internationally as a model for community policing. This model was built on community partnerships, and this website is one of the many tools we use to enhance our communication with the community.
This site is a great resource for anyone interested in learning more about the Department and about what we're doing to make Boston a safer city. Many of our programs and initiatives are listed on this site, as well as information about:

  • Crime statistics

  • Contact information for all of our units

  • Media Relations

I also recommend visiting our blog BPD News for up-to-the-minute information about crime, public safety, and other information about the Boston Police Department.

We're working hard to make sure this site remains useful and up-to-date. In order for us to succeed, we need to hear from you. Tell us what works, what doesn't work, and what you'd like to see on this site. On behalf of the men and women of the Boston Police, thank you for visiting.


Sincerely,
Edward Davis
Police Commissioner

News & Press Releases »

Social Media »

Announcements

  • Citizen Alert Network Expands Citywide

    Register for alerts about crime, emergencies and other important information.

    Citizen Alert Network Expands Citywide

  • Neighborhood Crime Watch

    Learn what simple actions you can take to protect you and your neighbor's families, homes, vehicles, and property.

    Boston Crime Watch

  • Find Information On Sex Offenders

    A sex offender is any person who resides, works or attends an institution of higher learning in the Commonwealth and who has been convicted of a sex offense,

    Find Information On Sex Offenders

Video & Multimedia

  • BPD Targets Violent Predators

    Police Commissioner Davis discusses violence reduction efforts in the city.

    Watch Video

  • Police Promotions 2010

    Promotion and Rating ceremony held at the Boys & Girls Club in Mattapan for Boston police officers.

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  • National Night Out 2010

    Mayor Menino joins the Boston Police Department in celebrating the 27th annual National Night Out.

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  • Operation Hoodsie Cup

    Boston Police will be handing out free Hoodsie Cups in Boston neighborhoods, forging a bond with the city's youth.

    Visit Website

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  • New Boston Police Harbor Patrol Unit Opening

    Mayor Menino and Commissioner Ed Davis help open the new Boston Police Harbor Patrol Unit.

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  • Uphams Corner Street Team

    Upham's Corner Street Team-Dorchester

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