Police Department

Welcome to the Cambridge Police Department, celebrating over 100 years of serving the City of Cambridge.

CPD Overview

Chief: Dave Peoples
Hours of Operation: 24/7

Service Units

• Uniformed Patrol Division
• Detective Division
• 911 Dispatch Unit
• Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
• Hostage Negotiations Team (HNT)
• Administrative and Support Personnel

Assistance Provided:

• Emergency response and support services to the public and the criminal justice community.
• Investigation of criminal activities within the corporation limits of the City of Cambridge.
• Citywide traffic services for the safety of our citizens and all who travel through our city.
• Assistance to all citizens in improving their quality of life and safety while living in the city.

Goals

• To deter criminal activity and have the safest roadways possible within our jurisdiction, for the citizens of Cambridge.
• To investigate and record criminal activity in a prompt, professional and efficient manner.
• To staff our department with knowledgeable, well trained and educated police officers.
• To enlist the support of the community in attaining our goal of improving the quality of life, and to keep them informed through effective communication.
• To discharge our duties in a professional and ethical manner.
• To provide equipment pursuant to officer safety, operational necessity and technological advancements.
• To allow the Cambridge Police Department to be an enjoyable and safe place to work and conduct business