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 using the Police to Citizen (P2C) tool. 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 Reimagining public safety survey link now live Posted on September 4, 2020September 14, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson Following a clear call from our community, City Council voted to remove or repurpose the Vance Monument, passed a resolution supporting community reparations, and passed a budget that only funded departments for three months so that City staff could [...] Statewide “Booze it and Lose it” campaign in effect through and after Labor Day Posted on September 3, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson The Labor Day holiday is one of the most dangerous times for travel behind New Year’s Eve, Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day. 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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.
Reimagining public safety survey link now live Posted on September 4, 2020September 14, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson Following a clear call from our community, City Council voted to remove or repurpose the Vance Monument, passed a resolution supporting community reparations, and passed a budget that only funded departments for three months so that City staff could [...]
Statewide “Booze it and Lose it” campaign in effect through and after Labor Day Posted on September 3, 2020 by Ashley Traynum-Carson The Labor Day holiday is one of the most dangerous times for travel behind New Year’s Eve, Christmas and St. Patrick’s Day. In an effort to keep impaired drivers off the road, law enforcement across the state will have an increased presence this week and over the Labor Day holiday weekend as part of the “Booze [...]
Asheville residents invited to reimagining public safety listening sessions this week Posted on August 28, 2020September 14, 2020 by Polly McDaniel Updated information: The City of Asheville has now opened a survey to gather input from residents on how our public safety services can better promote racial equity and economic inclusion. Original announcement: In September, the City of Asheville will launch an extensive series of listening sessions with the community to help us reimagine the [...]