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The mission of the Portland Police Bureau is to reduce crime and the fear of crime. We work with all community members to preserve life, maintain human rights, protect property and promote individual responsibility and community commitment.
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1111 SW 2nd Ave
Portland, OR 97201

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News

Area Police Agencies Introduce Advanced 4-Legged Robot

On behalf of the Metro Explosives Disposal Unit, the Port of Portland Police Department and the Portland Police Bureau are introducing a new advanced robot that will be deployed this month.

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UPDATE: Chief Day and DA Vasquez Speak About Arrests Related To Vandalism During Downtown Rally

Following some criminal activity that resulted in arrests made on the evening of January 21, 2025, Portland Police Chief Bob Day and Multnomah County District Attorney Nathan Vasquez spoke to the local news media. Watch the video below.

Updated Press release

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Chief Day Appoints Deputy Chief, Assistant Chief; Promotes Others

In a promotions ceremony on January 16, 2025, Portland Police Chief Bob Day appointed Chris Gjovik as Deputy Chief, Craig Dobson as Assistant Chief of the Operations Branch and Captain Brian Hughes to Commander of Central Precinct. All three had been acting in these roles since June 2024.

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Unified Command Ready For Inauguration Day

The Portland Police Bureau and its partners held a news conference Wednesday to call for those wanting to exercise their First Amendment rights in relation to Inauguration Day to do so peacefully.

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Events

Police Training Advisory Council Meeting

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Public Meeting

BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting

2024 1st quarter BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting: learn more about the members and their work.

7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Meeting
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Police Training Advisory Council Meeting

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Public Meeting

Police Training Advisory Council Meeting

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Public Meeting
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