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Remembering Darien (2/2/2012)
A Walk to Remember , Saturday March 24, 2012
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Michael Sauschuck is chosen as the 19th Police Chief of the Portland Police Department (1/31/2012)
Mark Rees, Portland City Manager, has announced that Acting Chief Michael Sauschuck, a fourteen year veteran of the Department, has been chosen Police Chief.
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Our Favorite Volunteers! (1/23/2012)
TIP Volunteer Program hosts an Information Night on Wednesday February 29th
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Press Release (1/20/2012)
Robbery on January 19th
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New Officers to go to the Police Academy (1/10/2012)
Four new Portland officers were sworn in on Friday, January 6th in a ceremony at police headquarters. These four new officers will attend the 18 week police academy in Vassalboro.
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Burglar Alarm Registration Required (12/27/2011)
Under City of Portland Code of Ordinances, Chapter 2.5, the following policies are in effect with regard to the burglar alarm permit registration process for alarm users:
Beginning January 1, 2012, the one-time registration fee is $45.
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RAPE AGGRESSION DEFENSE (R.A.D.) TRAINING (12/27/2011)
BASIC SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN
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Officers to Graduate (12/15/2011)
Three Portland officers will graduate from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy on Friday December 16th.
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Survey Results of State-Wide Law Enforcement Query (10/31/2011)
The Muskie Institute has published the results of their Crime Victimization Survey in order to provide a better understanding of the nature and extent of crime in Maine.
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Press Release (10/25/2011)
Press Release- Robbery Reported
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In the News (9/30/2011)
A national publication features the Portland Police hostage negotiations team
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Feedback of a New Variety (9/29/2011)
Through the PPD Youth Services Program, officers have been visiting youth at Longcreek Development Center and the department has recently received their feedback on the officers and this new program...
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TIP Volunteer Program Starts Training! (9/29/2011)
TIP trains citizen volunteers to provide emotional and practical support to victims of traumatic events and their families in the first few hours following a tragedy in partnership with greater Portland first responders. A new academy starts in October
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Portland Officer Accepts National Award (9/22/2011)
21 Reasons Underage Drinking Prevention Coalition has been selected as one of three recipients nationally of NASADAD's 2011 Exemplary Awards.
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Burglary Prevention - How You Can Help! (9/1/2011)
Did you know that burglaries in Portland follow the same trend as many other areas? If your home or business is broken into, there is a much higher chance it will happen again.
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We're Proud He's One of Ours! (8/5/2011)
On Tuesday July 26th, Portland's new City Manager, Mark Rees, announced the winner of the prestigious Robert B. Ganley award-Officer Kevin Haley. Kevin has been an outstanding officer for the department since 1998 and we were proud to see him receive such an honor.
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The Portland Police Department awarded Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (7/19/2011)
The Portland Police Department has been allocated $116,052 under the FY2011 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant.
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Volunteers Expand Law Enforcement Response to Victims (4/25/2011)
National publication features volunteer opportunities within Portland P.D.
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Heroes with a Heart (4/15/2011)
Sgt. Bob Doherty of PPD recognized with first responders by TIP and Community Counseling for his efforts on behalf of crime victims.
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New Portland Officer to be sworn in (1/13/2011)
Portland's newest police officer will be sworn in Friday January 14th at police headquarters
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Portland PD Efforts Recognized! (10/22/2010)
We are pleased to announce that the department has been selected, after a competitive process, as one of six national learning sites for its Specialized Policing Response in Law Enforcement with its mental health partners by the Bureau of Justice Assistance at the U.S. Department of Justice.
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Anonymous Crime Tips (9/22/2010)
The Portland Police Department is pleased to introduce three new ways of providing anonymous crime fighting tips to the police. Beginning this week, community members in Portland may send anonymous text messages,
submit information anonymously via the internet, and leave anonymous phone messages.
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Portland Police Department Mission StatementThe mission of the Portland Police Department is to maintain a safe city by working in partnership with the community to prevent and reduce crime, protect life and property, help resolve neighborhood problems, and protect the rights of all.
The Portland Police Department is currently hiring for the following positions:
Police Officer
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 at 8:30AM and 4:00 PM and
FILLED February 10, 2012 at 8:00
AM and 1:00 PM.
FILLED The fitness exam will offered Friday, February 10th at 11:00 PM.
Fitness Testing
