What we do Last updated or reviewed on May 23, 2024 Department Mission and Guiding Principles We provide the highest level of police services in partnership with the community to enhance the quality of life. We provide public safety and maintain order, enforce the laws of North Carolina, uphold the United States Constitution, and support National security. We adhere to the guiding principles of integrity, fairness, respect, and professionalism. Guiding Principles: Integrity – honesty, compassion, trust, and accountability. Police Officers have the courage to do what is morally, ethically, and legally right regardless of risk. Fairness – The Police Department will treat everyone impartially without favoritism or bias. Respect – The Police Department will treat everyone with dignity and courtesy without prejudice. Professionalism – The Police Department will deliver quality services through cooperation, open communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The Asheville Police Department is a CALEA-accredited agency. If you have an emergency, call 9-1-1. If you have a question, issue, or don’t know who to contact you can reach the Asheville Police Department Communications Center 24/7/365 on the non-emergency line at 828-252-1110. How to submit a tip to the police. Latest from @ashevillepolice on Instagram Connect Address 100 Court Plaza Asheville, NC 28801 Mailing Address PO Box 7148 Asheville, NC 28802 Phone Number 828-252-1110 Non Emergency Number828-252-1110Emergency Number9-1-1Office HoursMonday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.Chief's Office Phone828-259-5813Chief's E-mailChief Mike LambPolice on facebookPolice on twitterPolice on instagramAdditional LinksPolice-to-Citizen (P2C) Portal@AshevillePolice on Twitter Related Services Crime prevention How to prevent crimes and protect your family and belongings. Tips for Crime Prevention on Business and Commercial Properties Steps to Prevent and Reduce Crime Find support for issues related to homelessness The goal of this page is to provide information and resources for residents and businesses to understand how to respond to issues related to homelessness. Submit a Trespass Letter to the Police This online form makes it easy for residents of the city of Asheville to eSign a trespass letter to be held on file at the Asheville Police Department. Hire an off duty officer Information on hiring off duty police officers including rates and contact information. Obtain a Civil No Contact Order (50c) Dispute resolution is a term that refers to a number of processes that can be used to resolve a conflict, dispute, or claims. Report crime using TIP2APD This new tool, TIP2APD, enables the public to share anonymous tips with police officers and lets officers respond back to create an anonymous two-way conversation. Apply to the Junior Police Academy Apply to get hands-on experience from the Asheville Police Department. This is designed for applicants aged 14 to18. Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement. City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer. Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions. Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov. Explore Related ServicesRelated Projects Municipal Building Capital Repairs & Restoration Project Happening Now The Municipal Building Capital Repairs & Restoration project is a structural repair project to demolish and replace the elevated slab floor of the Fire Station 1 apparatus bay. Construction on this project will begin in early fall of 2024. In preparation for repair and replacement of the Fire Station 1 apparatus bay slab, Asheville Fire [...] Downtown Safety Initiative The City of Asheville is taking targeted steps to address the rise of crime especially in downtown Asheville. Explore Related ProjectsPolice News Interdepartmental information sharing promotes cleanliness and safety Posted on May 30, 2024 by Kim Miller Keeping our streets clean and safe is a community effort. It takes interdepartmental coordination and community information. Take graffiti tagging. It’s more than just a nuisance impacting everyone from repeatedly targeted buildings to residents who want to enjoy the unobstructed beauty of the many murals around our City. It’s also classified as vandalism and a drain [...] Recent statistics show a year on year reduction in property and violent crimes Posted on April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 by Kim Miller At the most recent Environment and Safety Committee meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Asheville Police Department (APD) Chief Lamb and Captain Aardema updated committee members on city-wide crime statistics for the first quarter compared to the same quarter in 2023. Good News in Crime Reduction The comparisons are positive according to APD data. Statistics show an [...] City Council identifies FY25 priorities at Council Retreat February 22-23, 2024 Posted on February 23, 2024February 26, 2024 by Kim Miller During the recent Council Retreat on February 22 & 23, 2024, Asheville City Council was able to establish 6 strategic priorities for the next fiscal year. The strategic priorities help guide City Council, City staff, and the City’s annual operating and capital budget and annual work plans. The 6 priorities for FY2025 are: Neighborhood and Climate Resilience Equitable, [...] Explore Police News
Find support for issues related to homelessness The goal of this page is to provide information and resources for residents and businesses to understand how to respond to issues related to homelessness.
Submit a Trespass Letter to the Police This online form makes it easy for residents of the city of Asheville to eSign a trespass letter to be held on file at the Asheville Police Department.
Hire an off duty officer Information on hiring off duty police officers including rates and contact information.
Obtain a Civil No Contact Order (50c) Dispute resolution is a term that refers to a number of processes that can be used to resolve a conflict, dispute, or claims.
Report crime using TIP2APD This new tool, TIP2APD, enables the public to share anonymous tips with police officers and lets officers respond back to create an anonymous two-way conversation.
Apply to the Junior Police Academy Apply to get hands-on experience from the Asheville Police Department. This is designed for applicants aged 14 to18.
Terrorism awareness information See Something, Say Something... Report tips and crime to your local law enforcement.
City job opportunities – Police Department Learn about job opportunities with the Asheville Police Department, including the hiring process and eligibility requirements to become a police officer.
Sign up for AVL Alert Keep updated through the City of Asheville on emergency and non-emergency subscriptions.
Explore city data Public datasets and maps are available on the open data portal at data.ashevillenc.gov.
Municipal Building Capital Repairs & Restoration Project Happening Now The Municipal Building Capital Repairs & Restoration project is a structural repair project to demolish and replace the elevated slab floor of the Fire Station 1 apparatus bay. Construction on this project will begin in early fall of 2024. In preparation for repair and replacement of the Fire Station 1 apparatus bay slab, Asheville Fire [...]
Downtown Safety Initiative The City of Asheville is taking targeted steps to address the rise of crime especially in downtown Asheville.
Interdepartmental information sharing promotes cleanliness and safety Posted on May 30, 2024 by Kim Miller Keeping our streets clean and safe is a community effort. It takes interdepartmental coordination and community information. Take graffiti tagging. It’s more than just a nuisance impacting everyone from repeatedly targeted buildings to residents who want to enjoy the unobstructed beauty of the many murals around our City. It’s also classified as vandalism and a drain [...]
Recent statistics show a year on year reduction in property and violent crimes Posted on April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 by Kim Miller At the most recent Environment and Safety Committee meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, Asheville Police Department (APD) Chief Lamb and Captain Aardema updated committee members on city-wide crime statistics for the first quarter compared to the same quarter in 2023. Good News in Crime Reduction The comparisons are positive according to APD data. Statistics show an [...]
City Council identifies FY25 priorities at Council Retreat February 22-23, 2024 Posted on February 23, 2024February 26, 2024 by Kim Miller During the recent Council Retreat on February 22 & 23, 2024, Asheville City Council was able to establish 6 strategic priorities for the next fiscal year. The strategic priorities help guide City Council, City staff, and the City’s annual operating and capital budget and annual work plans. The 6 priorities for FY2025 are: Neighborhood and Climate Resilience Equitable, [...]
