Alexandria Police Department

Alexandria maintains a modern, highly trained, technically skilled, energetic, diverse, and well-equipped police department, with a current authorized strength of 322 sworn, 104 full-time professional employees, and 28 part-time professional employees. Our staff provides courteous, efficient, and timely service to residents, visitors, and businesses in our City.
Page updated on April 8, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Our Mission

The mission of the Alexandria Police Department is to provide competent, courteous, professional and community oriented police services. 

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Chief McGuire's 100-Day Action Plan Report

The 100-Day Action Plan Report highlights progress toward Chief McGuire's goal to continue to build a healthy and resilient workforce and make Alexandria one of the safest cities in America.
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Crime and Data

The Alexandria Police Department and the City of Alexandria are committed to transparency and accountability. On this page, you will find an informative set of data tools to assist our community in understanding crime data through mapping, visualizations, and other resources, as well as links to additional information.
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Body Worn Cameras

APD began deployment of Body Worn Cameras (BWC) throughout the Department in 2023 to create greater transparency and accountability in its interactions with the public.
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Office of the Police Chief

The Office of the Chief is composed of staff who report directly to the Police Chief, including finance, public relations, and professional responsibility (formerly known as Internal Investigations).

Become a Police Officer

The Alexandria Police Department offers a variety of benefits to include a defined pension plan, health & life insurance, deferred compensation plans, uniforms and equipment provided, and a take home car program.  Additionally, there are numerous lateral job opportunities, including K-9, SWAT, Detective Section, Motor Officers, Honor Guard, School Resource Officers, Crime Scene Investigations, promotional opportunities, and much more. The dates for the next police test will be posted here when scheduled.

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More Information

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Accountability and Use of Force FAQs

In response to many questions from the public over the last week, the Alexandria Police Department has shared a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and answers about accountability and use of force.

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Community Advisory Team and Traffic Citation Analysis

The Alexandria Police Department (APD) formed a Community Advisory Team to assist the Department in implementing relevant recommendations from the final report of the President’s Task Force on 21st Century Policing.