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BPD is now accepting applications for lateral officers.
BPD is now accepting applications for lateral officers.
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The Boise Police Department is made up of nearly 400 dedicated people, about 300 sworn police officers and a civilian support staff of about 100 with one dedicated mission: To Protect, Serve and Lead our Community to a Safer Tomorrow. We recognize our best resource is our community; that's why we're devoted to being a reflection of the people we serve.

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If you need police assistance immediately, please call 911. Online reports are for non-emergencies, neighborhood concerns, traffic concerns, and abandoned vehicles.

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At the Boise Police Department our officers can expect a career filled with exciting specialty assignments, ongoing training, and advancement opportunities. Every member of our team works tirelessly to uphold the highest standards of Community Policing and public service.

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BPD ID Me
BPD ID Me

BPD ID Me

BPD ID Me is a program through the Boise Police Department to obtain tips and information surrounding open investigations in the city.

The BPD Beat
Podcast: The BPD Beat

Podcast: The BPD Beat

A new podcast that covers a variety of topics with the goal of helping community members get to know department staff, better understand BPD’s community liaison work and the department's values.

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BPD and Boise PAL partner for community events

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Boise Police stop burglary in progress

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Reminder to lock it, hide it, keep it, at local trailheads

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Gateway Parks Tube Hill Night with Boise PAL

Gateway Parks

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Coffee With a Cop

Idaho Black History Museum

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Hoops and Heroes Basketball Tournament with Boise PAL

Timberline High School

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Autism Awareness Day with BPD

City Hall West

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