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We are proud to protect and serve the City of St. Louis! We invite you to learn more about our efforts to make our city safer, and to learn about resources available to our community.

Proven Strategies for a Safer St. Louis

The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department is committed to excellence, and we have embraced a range of proven crime-reduction strategies to make our city safer.

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The St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department traces its roots in public service to the 1800s, and we are proud to serve our neighborhoods! We invite you to view our history.

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Community policing and engagement is at the heart of our service to St. Louis. Click to learn more about our initiatives.

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Community policing and engagement is at the heart of our service to St. Louis. Click here to learn more about our initiatives.

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We are always working to recruit future St. Louis police officers! Learn more about career opportunities and apply today.

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Commissioner Tracy

On behalf of the dedicated employees of the Metropolitan Police Department – City of St. Louis, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our website. I hope you find it informative and helpful in getting to know more about our department, our employees and the services we provide.

Our department is dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We strive to create a department that is representative of our unique and diverse city.

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ROAD CLOSURES: 2025 Dogtown Parade & Festival

Plan ahead for your trip to Dogtown! Many streets will be closed as the Dogtown Parade and Festival is held in a residential neighborhood.

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SLMPD Chief Robert Tracy Joining Panel To Provide Congressional Briefing On Ballistic Intelligence

St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department Chief Robert Tracy will represent the Major Cities Chiefs Association for a Congressional Briefing in Washington D.C. to provide critical insight on how law enforcement solves violent crime using NIBIN.

SLMPD, City of St. Louis, and SLPOA Reach Agreement on 7% Raise for Officers Amid Ongoing Negotiations

The SLMPD, City of St. Louis Department of Personnel, Mayor’s Office and the St. Louis Police Officers’ Association have reached an agreement that will provide a 7% pay increase for police officers and sergeants. The negotiations were voted on and approved by the SLPOA membership.

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Welcome to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department

Proven Strategies for a Safer St. Louis

Ready to Serve?

Service, Integrity, Leadership and Fair Treatment To All

Highlights

Public Safety Strategy

Crime Mapping and Data

In the Community

Join SLMPD

Highlights

Comprehensive Public Safety Strategy

Crime Data

In the Community

Join SLMPD

Welcome FromCommissioner Tracy

News & Information

ROAD CLOSURES: 2025 Dogtown Parade & Festival

SLMPD Chief Robert Tracy Joining Panel To Provide Congressional Briefing On Ballistic Intelligence

SLMPD, City of St. Louis, and SLPOA Reach Agreement on 7% Raise for Officers Amid Ongoing Negotiations

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Comprehensive Public
Safety Strategy

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Welcome From
Commissioner Tracy