What we do We are Working for You! The safety of our community is always, and remains, a top priority for the Asheville Police Department (APD). Although our physical buildings are closed to the public as an effort to ensure the highest safety for our police officers and APD personnel, as well as decrease the chances for the spread of COVID-19 within our community, law enforcement is still functioning as normal. Officers continue to respond to calls for service, conduct proactive patrol efforts, and assist the community. If you require emergency assistance, please contact 9-1-1. If you would like to speak with a police officer or file a police report, please contact our non-emergency number at (828) 252-1110. The public copy of incident reports can be downloaded by visiting https://apdp2c.buncombecounty.org/. This is an evolving situation. Our partners in Buncombe County are a great resource for the latest information on our community’s COVID-19 response. To receive emergency texts directly from Buncombe County for breaking health and safety news, text BCALERT on your smartphone to 888-777. Sign up for AVL Alerts online for information from the City of Asheville. Department Mission and Guiding Principles We provide the highest level of police services in partnership with the community to enhance the quality of life. We provide public safety and maintain order, enforce the laws of North Carolina, uphold the United States Constitution and support National security. We adhere to the guiding principles of integrity, fairness, respect, and professionalism. Guiding Principles: Integrity – honesty, compassion, trust, and accountability. Police Officers have the courage to do what is morally, ethically and legally right regardless of risk. Fairness – The Police Department will treat everyone impartially without favoritism or bias. Respect – The Police Department will treat everyone with dignity and courtesy without prejudice. Professionalism – The Police Department will deliver quality services through cooperation, open communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The Asheville Police Department is a CALEA accredited agency. If you have an emergency call 9-1-1. If you have a question, issue, or don’t know who to contact you can reach the Asheville Police Department Communications Center 24/7/365 on the non-emergency line at 828-252-1110. How to submit a tip to the police. Tweets by Asheville Police ConnectAsheville Police Department100 Court Plaza Asheville, NC 28801Mailing AddressPO Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802Office HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Non-Emergency Phone828-252-1110Chief's Office Phone828-259-5813Chief's E-mailChief David ZackAdditional LinksPolice-to-Citizen (P2C) Portal Related Services Crime prevention How to prevent crimes and protect your family and belongings. 11 Services Pet services Learn about what kinds of pets can be kept in Asheville, as well as processes for licenses and pet vaccination requirements. 7 Services Apply to be a law enforcement explorer Apply to get hands on experience from The Asheville Police Department Explorer Post (#57) This is designed for applicants age 14 to 20. Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement. City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer. Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions. Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. Sign up for the Citizen’s Police Academy Apply for the Citizens Police Academy to learn about the police department and law enforcement. Make a home inventory Learn how having a home inventory is essential to insurance claims or property recovery efforts in case of a disaster, fire, or a burglary. Report a crime How to report a crime, including how to remain anonymous and be eligible in some cases for a cash reward. Dispose of prescription medication Safely discard prescription medication by dropping it off at the Asheville Police Department drop-off box. Retrieve property from police How to retrieve found property that is in possession of the police. More Related Services Police News Asheville Police Department modifying patrol response procedures to minimize spread of COVID-19 Posted on March 24, 2020 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Police Department (APD) remains dedicated to providing the highest level of public safety to everyone in Asheville. In an effort to protect those who are at risk, minimize the spread of COVID-19, and to maintain the health and safety of APD officers and personnel, APD is implementing several procedural changes effective immediately. All non-emergency [...] Asheville Police to close its buildings to public to promote COVID-19 social distancing measures Posted on March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In an effort to ensure the highest safety for our police officers and Asheville Police Department (APD) personnel, as well as decrease the chances for the spread of COVID-19 within our community, all APD buildings, including the Municipal Building and all district resource centers, will close to the public effective immediately. This action is aligned with [...] Asheville Police Department to host new Junior Police Academy Posted on January 29, 2020 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Police Department is excited to announce the first offering of a Junior Police Academy. This new program is designed for youth ages 14-19 who have a serious interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Topics will include criminal law, investigations, narcotics, patrol/arrest techniques, and physical training. 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Apply to be a law enforcement explorer Apply to get hands on experience from The Asheville Police Department Explorer Post (#57) This is designed for applicants age 14 to 20.
Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement.
City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer.
Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions.
Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov.
Sign up for the Citizen’s Police Academy Apply for the Citizens Police Academy to learn about the police department and law enforcement.
Make a home inventory Learn how having a home inventory is essential to insurance claims or property recovery efforts in case of a disaster, fire, or a burglary.
Report a crime How to report a crime, including how to remain anonymous and be eligible in some cases for a cash reward.
Dispose of prescription medication Safely discard prescription medication by dropping it off at the Asheville Police Department drop-off box.
Asheville Police Department modifying patrol response procedures to minimize spread of COVID-19 Posted on March 24, 2020 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Police Department (APD) remains dedicated to providing the highest level of public safety to everyone in Asheville. In an effort to protect those who are at risk, minimize the spread of COVID-19, and to maintain the health and safety of APD officers and personnel, APD is implementing several procedural changes effective immediately. All non-emergency [...]
Asheville Police to close its buildings to public to promote COVID-19 social distancing measures Posted on March 23, 2020March 23, 2020 by Polly McDaniel In an effort to ensure the highest safety for our police officers and Asheville Police Department (APD) personnel, as well as decrease the chances for the spread of COVID-19 within our community, all APD buildings, including the Municipal Building and all district resource centers, will close to the public effective immediately. This action is aligned with [...]
Asheville Police Department to host new Junior Police Academy Posted on January 29, 2020 by Polly McDaniel The Asheville Police Department is excited to announce the first offering of a Junior Police Academy. This new program is designed for youth ages 14-19 who have a serious interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Topics will include criminal law, investigations, narcotics, patrol/arrest techniques, and physical training. All classes are designed to incorporate both [...]