About
To Protect, Educate, and Serve
The Waterbury Police Department employs 361 individuals from various backgrounds and is comprised of 294 sworn officers and 67 civilian employees. Waterbury Police Department Headquarters is located in the bustling downtown area nearby Waterbury's UCONN campus, the Palace Theater and many other local businesses.
Serving the City of Waterbury
Together, the department serves the people of Waterbury by performing the law enforcement function in a professional manner, protecting the rights of all persons within its jurisdiction to be free from criminal attack, secure in their possessions, and to live in peace. It is to these people that the Department is ultimately responsible.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Waterbury Police Department is to protect with vigilance and serve with impartiality, while engaging in a strong partnership with the community.
Guiding Principles
People are our first concern
Emergency response is the top priority
Success is based upon quality service
Integrity is the foundation of excellence
Strive for excellence through continuous improvement
Frequently Asked Questions
Have a question for the Waterbury Police Department? Find out if it has already been answered here. If you still have questions that are not addressed, please contact the police department to get more information.
Waterbury Police Department Policies
Learn more about the Waterbury Police Department’s policies and procedures, detailing our commitment to maintaining public safety and transparency.
Get in Touch
Contact the Waterbury Police Department by calling our main phone number or filling out our contact form.
Call: (203) 574-6947
Looking for More Information?
Contact the Waterbury Police Department with any inquiries, requests for service, information on a crime, or to report suspicious activity.