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Public Safety
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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Police Report: Online Submission

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Police Public Records Request

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Towing Instructions and Info

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Rapid Response Team

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Portland Police Bureau’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program

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Body-Worn Camera Program

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Police Policies and Procedures

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Police Open Data Portal

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Police Advisory Groups

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Police News Releases

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Portland Police Bureau

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Mailing address

Portland Police Bureau
1111 SW 2nd Ave
Portland, OR 97201

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DOJ Settlement

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Police Community Outreach

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Police Bureauwide Advisory Committee

News

Understanding Oregon's Good Samaritan Overdose Law: Save Lives Without Fear

In the face of an overdose, every second counts. The fear of legal repercussions should never prevent someone from seeking life-saving medical assistance.

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Portland Police Bureau Releases Body-worn Camera Footage on Critical Incident in Portsmouth Neighborhood

The Portland Police Bureau (PPB) has released body-worn camera footage from the officer-involved shooting that occurred on August 24, 2024.

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Portland Police Warns of E-mail Scam Appearing to Target the Portland Area

The Portland Police Bureau is warning the community of an apparent e-mail blackmail cyber scam that appears to be targeting the Portland area.

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Events

BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting

2024 3rd quarter BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting: learn more about the council members and their work.

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Meeting
Available Online
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Police Training Advisory Council Meeting

6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Public Meeting

BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting

2024 4th quarter BHUAC Community Engagement Meeting: learn more about the council members and their work.

6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Meeting
Available Online
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Past Meetings and Hearings

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