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“The police are the public, and the public are the police; the police simply being members of the public who are paid to give full time attention to the duties which are incumbent on every citizen in the interests of community welfare and existence. The test of police efficiency is the absence of crime and disorder, not the visible evidence of police in action dealing with them.”

 

-Sir Robert Peel; Father of Police Reform

"The Five Rules"

  1. Remember:  Loyalty to individuals is fine, but the mission comes first – always. No single individual is more important than the mission.
  2. You must possess an unwavering allegiance to the core values of our organization. They transcend even my authority as your Police Chief.
  3. Tell 100% of the truth 100% of the time. No exceptions.
  4. Honor the oath you took and everything it stands for. It is one of the most important promises you’ll ever make in your life, so don’t break it.
  5. Give your best effort every day. The people you serve deserve nothing less. As the days pass, your effort and your overall work as a police officer will get better and better. 

 

Mission

Ensuring the Safety and Security of All Who Live, Work and Visit the Town of Knightdale through Professional Policing and Community Partnerships.

Core Values

All employees of the Knightdale Police Department are expected to consistently demonstrate the agency’s Core Values through their daily job performance and interaction with the public. Our Core Values are central tenets that identify what we believe to be most important to our role as public servants, and it is a belief system that drives our overall mission. 

It is no coincidence that our Core Values – Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Ethical Conduct – form PRIDE. The pride we take in our chosen profession is not driven by vanity, but by the sense of sacred honor that comes with being a part of something that is bigger and more important than ourselves. 

Professionalism is not only a commitment to our professional appearance, but to our competency and expertise as well. Our uniforms, vehicles, offices, and equipment will be maintained in a clean and professional manner. Our conduct, in deed and voice, will also be professional at all times. We remain committed to advancing our skills and knowledge in order to provide the best police services possible to the citizens of this community. We are dedicated to being respectful during our interactions with fellow officers, other Town employees, and the public we serve. 

We will demonstrate our integrity and dedication through our daily work ethic and productivity. We will give our best effort in all of our tasks and commit to doing the best job possible. Everything we do will be commensurate with highest of ethical standards. We will adhere to and enforce the law in accordance with the Constitution and our oaths of office. We will always conduct ourselves in a manner that is consistent with our oaths and the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics. 

These values are the principles to which every member pledges their allegiance. We commit to holding one another accountable for our allegiance to these values, and call on our stakeholders to do the same. In doing so, we can ensure that the Knightdale Police Department is an agency that fosters a positive, high energy atmosphere in which to accomplish the goals and objectives we have established for ourselves and our community. 

CONTACT INFORMATION

Knightdale Police Department (Front Desk) - (919) 217-2261

Raleigh-Wake Emergency Communications Center (Non-Emergency) - (919) 829-1911

Raleigh-Wake Emergency Communications Center (Emergency) - 911

Department Updates

All Town administrative offices will be closed this Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. Offices will reopen on Monday, April 1, at 8 am.

Emergency police and fire services may be reached…
Knightdale Police Department

All Town administrative offices will be closed this Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday. Offices will reopen on Monday, April 1, at 8 am. Emergency police and fire services may be reached…

On Monday night, our CID Lieutenant Jason Bradshaw was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the law enforcement profession and community. The annual event was hosted by the Exchange Clubs…
Knightdale Police Department

On Monday night, our CID Lieutenant Jason Bradshaw was recognized for his outstanding contributions to the law enforcement profession and community. The annual event was hosted by the Exchange Clubs…

It's a neon lights, ferris wheel, fried food kind of week. The Spring Carnival for Special Olympics begins Thursday March 28th and runs through Sunday April 7th. This is our biggest fundraiser for…
Knightdale Police Department

It's a neon lights, ferris wheel, fried food kind of week. The Spring Carnival for Special Olympics begins Thursday March 28th and runs through Sunday April 7th. This is our biggest fundraiser for…

Yesterday, Chief Capps and members of the Admin Division testified at a hearing before the CALEA Commission in Montgomery, Alabama. 

This hearing was the final phase of our 4-year reaccreditation…
Knightdale Police Department

Yesterday, Chief Capps and members of the Admin Division testified at a hearing before the CALEA Commission in Montgomery, Alabama. This hearing was the final phase of our 4-year reaccreditation…

Congratulations to Traffic Safety Unit Officer Koewler for successfully completing Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training at Wake Technical Community College. This training is integral to our…
Knightdale Police Department

Congratulations to Traffic Safety Unit Officer Koewler for successfully completing Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training at Wake Technical Community College. This training is integral to our…

The Town of Knightdale and Knightdale Police Department officially welcomed Officer Isaac Holliday this past Wednesday at the Town Council meeting, where he was sworn in by Knightdale Mayor Jessica…
Knightdale Police Department

The Town of Knightdale and Knightdale Police Department officially welcomed Officer Isaac Holliday this past Wednesday at the Town Council meeting, where he was sworn in by Knightdale Mayor Jessica…

PRESS RELEASE: JUVENILE CHARGED WITH MURDER OF KNIGHTDALE WOMAN  [Posted Wednesday, March 20]

KNIGHTDALE, NC – Authorities have announced murder charges against a 17-year-old male suspect for his…
Knightdale Police Department

PRESS RELEASE: JUVENILE CHARGED WITH MURDER OF KNIGHTDALE WOMAN [Posted Wednesday, March 20] KNIGHTDALE, NC – Authorities have announced murder charges against a 17-year-old male suspect for his…

Yesterday marked the kickoff of our Citizens Police Academy, and what a fantastic start it was! Our citizens got an exclusive overview of our department and had the chance to meet our management team…
Knightdale Police Department

Yesterday marked the kickoff of our Citizens Police Academy, and what a fantastic start it was! Our citizens got an exclusive overview of our department and had the chance to meet our management team…

Knightdale Police Department
Knightdale Police Department

The Knightdale Police Department hopes everyone enjoys a safe St. Patrick's Day weekend. #boozeitandloseit
Knightdale Police Department

The Knightdale Police Department hopes everyone enjoys a safe St. Patrick's Day weekend. #boozeitandloseit

We are thrilled to announce Elizabeth Kelly’s graduation from the Wake Tech Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program. Her achievement signifies the continuation of a highly successful police…
Knightdale Police Department

We are thrilled to announce Elizabeth Kelly’s graduation from the Wake Tech Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program. Her achievement signifies the continuation of a highly successful police…

Today was an exciting day at Forestville Elementary School as Officer Cruz paid a special visit to Ms. Soloman's class! The students had the fantastic opportunity to learn about the various types of…
Knightdale Police Department

Today was an exciting day at Forestville Elementary School as Officer Cruz paid a special visit to Ms. Soloman's class! The students had the fantastic opportunity to learn about the various types of…