The Buffalo Police Department (BPD) serves as the primary law enforcement agency for the City of Buffalo, New York. Dedicated to public safety and crime prevention, the department works to maintain order and build trust through community-oriented policing. BPD operates specialized units including homicide, narcotics, SWAT, and neighborhood engagement teams to effectively address a wide array of public safety needs. With a focus on transparency and accountability, the department actively partners with residents, local organizations, and schools to foster safer neighborhoods.
BPD’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is evident through its community policing strategies and ongoing public engagement initiatives. Technological tools such as body-worn cameras and real-time crime tracking enhance operational effectiveness and support its mission of fair and impartial service. The department also offers various educational and outreach programs to promote safety awareness and youth engagement across Buffalo.
Website: http://www.bpdny.org/
Key Services:
– 24/7 emergency response and law enforcement
– Community policing and neighborhood outreach
– Criminal investigations and crime prevention
– Special units: SWAT, narcotics, gang violence, K-9
– Traffic enforcement and accident response
– Youth programs and public safety education
– Public events and citizen engagement initiatives
– Collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies
