Police Department

WPD Units

WPD personnel are divided into a number of specialized units:

The Patrol Division

The Patrol Division keeps watch over the people and property of Weehawken. Our patrol officers cover the township in radio cars, on foot and on bicycle.

Detectives

Weehawken's Detectives investigate crimes and coordinate with other law enforcement agencies, sharing information on patterns of crime and working together to keep the community safe.

The Anti Crime Unit

The Anti Crime Unit targets street criminals, conducting plain clothes patrols using unmarked vehicles.

The Traffic Division

Our Traffic Division keeps the thousands of cars, trucks buses and other vehicles which flow through our town daily moving smoothly and safely. The Traffic Division also conducts motorcycle patrols of the town's streets and roads.

The Quality of Life Squad

Weehawken's Quality of Life Squad focuses on keeping our quality of life at the high level that our residents have come to enjoy. Their hard work continues to make Weehawken among the very best places to live in New Jersey.

The Juvenile Bureau

The Juvenile Bureau provides a link between cops and kids, and is staffed by officers specially trained to deal with children. Weehawken also participates in the national D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program, which educates kids about the dangers of drug abuse and gives them the tools they need to resist drugs.

The Crime Prevention Office

The Crime Prevention Office, located at 4528 Park Avenue, provides Town residents with help staying safe at home, at work and on the street.

The Records Department

The Records Department organizes, safeguards and distributes documents related to police investigations and services.

The Office of Emergency Management

Weehawken's Office of Emergency Management is tasked with preparing the township to respond to serious, widespread emergency situations such as natural disasters or terrorism. The Weehawken OEM coordinates its efforts with similar offices in other municipalities, as well as county, state and federal authorities.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Weehawken Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in our community by working cooperatively with the public and by upholding the Constitution of the United States. We will constantly strive to provide a safe and secure environment through a sensitive, caring and creative delivery of services, which include, but are not limited to, our current programs in Crime Prevention, D.A.R.E. and Community Policing.

Values

As leaders in our community we are committed to law enforcement professionalism:

Integrity

We will, as members of the Weehawken Police Department, take pride in our professionalism, our community, and ourselves. Working as a team, we will strive to be role models for our community by enthusiastically excelling in quality performance.

Service

We will dedicate ourselves to improve the quality of life in our community by providing a safe environment for all. We are committed to protecting life and property, reducing fear, and developing an interactive relationship with citizens to prevent, decrease and resolve crime. Our service will be provided in a courteous, efficient and accessible manner.

Fairness

We will consistently treat all people in this community and within our department with dignity, compassion and without prejudice. We value cultural diversity and ensure all persons are treated with equality, courtesy and respect. We will protect the Constitution and Civil Rights of everyone through the impartial enforcement of the law.

Crime Prevention

The Township's Crime Prevention Office, staffed by retired law enforcement officers, works to educate community residents (from students to seniors) in how to avoid being victims of crime. Programs include community seminars, home security inspections and presentations to community groups such as Parent Teacher Associations.

Office of Crime Prevention
4518 Park Avenue
Weehawken, NJ
201- 319-6089

Hours
Monday thru Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Our crime prevention program has produced results, slashing crime by 62% since 1991. WPD needs your help to keep crime on the run - read on to find out how you can be a part of the solution.

Crime Prevention Tips

The arrival of warm weather usually brings out a host of scam artists who - either in person or by phone - are trying to steal your money or your property. Con artists may pose as utility workers (gas, electric, phone, water), home repair contractors, or people who need help. Unfortunately, these scams are all too common.You should be on the alert for these criminals and immediately report any suspicions to police at 201-863-7800.

Here are some tips to help you avoid being the victim of a scam...

Utility Workers:
This is a common scam. Someone appears at your door claiming to be from the Water Company.They want to check the quality of your water but have no ID.

What to Do: All utility workers have picture ID and must produce it when asked. If they do not have an ID or you are unsure if an ID is legitimate, do not allow them in your home and contact the police.

Home Repair Contractors
Persons may appear at your door to tell you that they are Home Repair Contractors who noticed damage to your roof while working on a neighbor's house. They want to come in to evaluate the damage and 'help' you.

What to Do: Do not allow them in your home and contact the police.

People Who Need Your Help
Persons may appear at your door asking to use your telephone to call for help with an emergency.

What to Do: Do not allow them in your home - call the police department for them.

If you follow these simple crime prevention tips, you will greatly reduce the chance of becoming a crime victim. Even though crime is down townwide, we can further reduce crime by working together.

Crime Prevention Resources

National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC): Fraud Prevention

Records Department

WPD Records Department
Weehawken Town Hall
(Entrance on north side of Town Hall, at street level)
400 Park Avenue
Weehawken, NJ 07086
201-319-6101
201-319-9633 (Fax)

Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

The Weehawken Police Department Records Department provides:

Copies of police reports
Renewals of liquor licenses
Fingerprinting for job applicants
Letters of Good Conduct
Firearms Applications

For Kids

WPD History

Links of Interest

Below are links to other sites on the Internet which contain information about police and safety issues. These sites are not controlled by the Weehawken Police Department.

Homeland Security

State of New Jersey - Homeland Security
Ready.Gov - Information on Homeland Security and Preparedness from the United States Department of Homeland Security