Lee Bercaw, Chief of Police ¶
The mission of the Tampa Police Department is to reduce crime and enhance the quality of life through a cooperative partnership with all citizens.
Tampa PD Pillars
These are the established four pillars of policing for the Tampa Police Department.
Reduce crime and enhance the quality of life for all residents and visitors of Tampa through a cooperative partnership with local and federal law enforcement agencies
Form connections with the community through proactive encounters to build and maintain community trust and confidence
Enforce departmental accountability, creating uniformity in processes across patrol districts, standardized training programs, and a culture of transparency
Support programs focused on improving the mental and physical wellness of police officers and the community as a whole, providing resources to improve quality of life
The following bureaus report directly to the Office of the Chief:
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Contact Us ¶
Emergencies: DIAL 9-1-1
Non-Emergencies: (813) 231-6130
Tampa Police Department Headquarters
One Police Center
411 N. Franklin Street
Tampa, Florida 33602
Main Phone: (813) 276-3200
TPD Vehicle Impound Lot
(813) 242-5328
Hillsborough County Detention Facilities - Jail Booking Information
(813) 247-8300