Crime Prevention Topics
Last Updated: February 4, 2021
Crime prevention topics from the Police Department, including preventing identity theft, vacation safety, preventing vehicle theft, and Halloween safety.
Police Department
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Holiday Fire Safety
Last Updated: January 3, 2018
The holiday season is here! Celebrate the holidays safely with these fire safety tips for your home!
Winter Safety Tips
Last Updated: December 14, 2020
The City recommends residents to prepare now for winter weather to come later. Make sure you have an emergency supply kit and when it does snow, stay off the roads if possible and clear sidewalks for pedestrians to safely walk through Harrisonburg.
HPD Community Resource Unit
Last Updated: November 29, 2021
Harrisonburg Police Department Community Resource Unit: Community Resource Officer, and DARE
How is the Harrisonburg Citizen Academy Different From the Harrisonburg Citizen's Police Academy?
The City has excellent Citizen Police Academy that is open to all area residents and held in the spring. That program details the activities of the Police Department. The Harrisonburg Citizen Academy covers all city departments and services as opposed to just the Police Department. The programs compliment each other and the City encourages you to participate in both.
HPD Animal Care and Control
Last Updated: February 3, 2021
The City of Harrisonburg Animal Care and Control Unit is responsible for enforcing the Virginia Comprehensive Animal Laws, as well as the local ordinances relating to domestic animals. It identifies public safety issues and works directly with the community on animal and pet care issues.
Can the City Do Something About Speeding Traffic and/or Cut Through Traffic in My Neighborhood?
Neighborhoods with speeding traffic and cut through traffic concerns are encouraged to participate in the Neighborhood Traffic Calming Program.
Who Do I Notify If the Traffic Light is Not Working Properly or a Traffic Sign is Missing/Damaged?
Please submit a service request to the Public Works Department or call Public Works at 540-434-5928. After hours (7:30am-4:00pm), please call the Harrisonburg Police Department at 540-434-4436.
What If I Have a Medical Emergency and My Street Has Not Been Plowed of Snow Yet?
If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. If the rescue squad need assistance getting to you they will notify the Public Works Department.
HPD Command Staff
Last Updated: February 17, 2022
Harrisonburg Police Department's Command Staff includes the Administrative Bureau, Operations Bureau, and Special Operations Bureau.