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Wake Forest Police Department

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Welcome to the Wake Forest Police Department

Our Mission
It is the mission of the Wake Forest Police Department to serve all people within its jurisdiction with respect, fairness and compassion. We are committed to the protection of life and property; the preservation of peace, order, and safety; the vigorous enforcement of local, state, and Federal laws; and the defense of the Constitution of the State of North Carolina and the Constitution of the United States of America in a fair and impartial manner.

We are committed to serving our community to enhance the quality of life and to nurture public trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics. Our officers are determined to serve as a deterrent to crime, develop relationships with community groups, residential and business organizations, and promote an environment receptive to tourism, visitors, and residents and to support historic preservation in our town. Additionally, we are dedicated to our personnel by providing continuous training and educational development, as well as career enhancement opportunities. The Wake Forest Police Department has and shall continue to provide service of the highest quality to its community and foster community partnerships in crime prevention.

 

2010 Police News

NC National Guard Pays Visit to Explorer Post 401
August 31, 2010

Mother Charged with Child Abuse
July 26, 2010

National Night Out Set for Aug. 3
July 23, 2010

Rogers Road Now Open Following Mid-Day Accident
June 9, 2010

Total of 63 Charges Filed Against Suspects in Recent Rash of Vehicle Break-ins
June 4, 2010

Capital Bank Robbed
June 4, 2010

Wake Forest Couple Charged in Toddler's Dehydration Death
May 28, 2010

Police Warn of Vehicle Break-ins
May 18, 2010

Memorial Day Holiday Schedule
May 18, 2010

Police Department Introduces New TDD
April 16, 2010

Wake Forest Police Win Second Consecutive Charity Softball Tourney
April 12, 2010

Youngsville Man Killed in Motorcycle Accident
April 12, 2010

Charity Softball Tourney April 10
April 6, 2010

Reward Offered for ABC Store Robbery Suspect
March 26, 2010

Police Release Video of Recent ABC Store Robbery: Citizens Asked to Help Identify Suspect
March 26, 2010

Police Warn About Scam Artists
March 11, 2010

Our Purpose
The purpose of the Wake Forest Police Department is to protect and serve the community. The department strives to protect the rights of all persons to be free from criminal attack, to be secure in their possessions, and to live in peace. The department serves the citizenry of Wake Forest by performing law enforcement functions in a professional manner and it is to those people that the department is ultimately responsible.


Our Primary Objective
An urban society free from crime and disorder remains an unachieved ideal; nevertheless, consistent with the values of a free society, it is the primary objective of the Wake Forest Police Department to (as closely as possible) approach this ideal.  In doing so, the department's role is to enforce the law in a fair and impartial manner, recognizing the statutory and judicial limitations of police authority and the constitutional rights of all persons.

The Wake Forest Police Department is comprised of 65 employees (54 sworn, 11 non-sworn).

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CONTACT INFORMATION
225 S. Taylor St.
Wake Forest, NC 27587-2932
MAIN (919) 554-6150
RECORDS (919) 435-9599 
FAX (919) 435-9607
EMERGENCY (919) 556-9111
TDD (919) 554-6177


QUICK LINKS
A-Z Site Index
Chief's Page
Staff Directory
Police Divisions
Police Stations
Police Vehicles 
Firing Range
Police Memorial
Community Programs
Gangs
Drug Information
Police Explorers
Police Employment
Safety Tips
Curfew Ordinance
National Night Out
Crisis Intervention Team
2009 Crime Stats

Surveillance Videos


ALSO SEE
Special Events Application

Wake Forest Ordinances

NC Sex Offender &
Public Protection Registry


National Center for Missing
& Exploited Children


NC Seat Belt Laws


Tip Line
The Wake Forest Police Department wants your help solving crime. Assistance from the public is crucial in identifying and arresting offenders. The tip line is an effective way that you can assist us in solving crime while maintaining your confidentiality. With your assistance, Wake Forest can become a safer place for everyone.  If you have any information regarding criminal activity within Wake Forest, please contact (919) 554-6162.

 

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