WTKR: Portsmouth police report a drop in violent crime but see a rise in thefts and fentanyl cases this year

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Overall crime in Portsmouth is trending in the right direction, but the full picture remains complicated as police work on community solutions. Portsmouth Police Chief Stephen ...

Portsmouth police report a drop in violent crime but see a rise in thefts and fentanyl cases this year

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Portsmouth police are investigating a shooting that happened Saturday morning. The shooting was reported at 2:14 a.m., according to a Portsmouth Police Department press release. It ...

WAVY-TV: Police say missing girl in Portsmouth has returned home and is safe

Police say missing girl in Portsmouth has returned home and is safe

We understand that police power derives from the people. We expect excellence and respect in all we do. FPD aggressively combats crime through a variety of policing strategies, including data-driven policing, problem-solving, and community policing.

At the Frederick Police Department, we are committed to providing excellent service to ensure safety in Frederick, MD. We work with citizens, community groups, and other government entities to prevent and mitigate crime in the city. Learn more about the department on our website.

The Frederick City Police Department (FPD) is a law enforcement organization that provides police services to the city of Frederick, Maryland, the second-largest city in that state.

As such, Patrol is the largest function of the Police Department. The patrol function is covered by two Patrol Divisions, each with three Patrol Squads. All Patrol Squads are staffed by a Sergeant, a Corporal, and eight to 12 Officers. Generally, when citizens need police assistance, Patrol Officers handle these calls. Patrol duties include: