Police
About Us
The James City County Police Department provides police services in all areas of the County including community services, animal control, patrol, investigations and traffic enforcement. The Department also offers a wide array of crime prevention services, community outreach programs and citizen classes. We invite you to explore our website to find out more.
Our mission is to perform duties and fulfill responsibilities of enforcing the law, preserving the peace and providing police services in order to improve the quality of life for all citizens living in our jurisdiction. Our actions are driven by a philosophy of community policing. We provide a wide array of police services through patrol, general investigations, narcotics investigations, crime prevention, traffic and school resource officers.
The Department has more than 100 sworn law enforcement officers (including auxiliary) and responds to over 22,000 calls for service each year.
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Police to Citizen (P2C): Empowering Citizens with Information
The Police Department is committed to providing quality service around the clock. Search for public safety incidents and arrests, obtain copies of crash reports and access other useful information within our new P2C tools.
These features are intended to provide convenience and greater access to public information. Please contact us if you have feedback or questions regarding these Police to Citizen online services. Visit our P2C site.
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Police Department Seeks Grant Funding Through the FY22 Justice Assistance Grant
James City County Police Department is seeking funding for enhancing law enforcement programs through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program. Read on... -
Police Investigate Robbery at Dollar General
Police responded to a robbery at the Dollar General on Richmond Road. Read on... -
Police File Attempted Rape Charge
Christopher Scott Jones of Newport News has been charged with attempted rape. Read on... -
Police Respond to Fatal Crash
Police respond to a fatal traffic crash in the 3300 block of Greensprings Road. Read on... -
Police Request Assistance in Identifying Suspects
The larcenies from motor vehicles occurred in the Stonehouse neighborhood in the overnight hours of May 28 to May 29. Read on... -
Police Seek Suspect in Theft from Vehicles
Police seek suspect in thefts from unlocked motor vehicles in the Fenwick Hills neighborhood. Read on... -
Police Investigate Incidents of Thefts from Unlocked Vehicles
Don’t become a victim! Remove your valuables & lock your car doors. Read on... -
Police Seek Suspect in Theft from Unlocked Vehicles Incidents
Police are seeking a suspect in theft from unlocked vehicles incidents that occurred in the Governor's Land neighborhood. Read on... -
Police Investigate Larceny
Police Investigate a larceny from the Polo Outlet. Read on... -
Police Remind Citizens to Lock Vehicle Doors
Always remove personal items from your vehicle, and always lock your car doors. Read on... -
Most Wanted
Citizens are not to make any attempt to apprehend anyone who may be wanted. Read on...
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Eric Peterson
Chief of Police
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Police
Physical Address
4600 Opportunity Way
Williamsburg, VA 23188
Mailing Address
PO Box 8784
Williamsburg, VA 23187
Phone: 757-253-1800Fax: 757-229-8729Emergency: 911
Dispatch: 757-566-0112
Submit tips online:
P3tips.com
Hampton Roads Crime Line:
1-888-LOCK-U-UP
(1-888-562-5887)
- I want to learn more about police oversight, training, background checks and use of force.
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Learn more about Police oversight, training, background checks, use of force and more.
- How do I report a crime in progress?
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Report a crime in progress by calling 757-566-0112 or 911 if an emergency. Crimes must be reported by phone; crimes should not be reported via email or social media.
- How can I report a crime (not in progress) or speak with an officer?
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Call the James City County Police Department at 757-566-0112 to speak with an officer.