Who We Are
For emergencies, dial 911
The Morrisville Police Department is committed to keeping our neighborhoods safe. We provide professional law enforcement services and work closely with the community.
Our core values—courage, integrity, and professionalism—guide our police services. We strive to treat everyone with respect and dignity.
The Morrisville Police Department earned national accreditation on November 11, 2023. This honor is from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in the Advanced Law Enforcement program. In 2021, we began the journey to Advanced Accreditation, meeting 461 standards.
CALEA accreditation is known as the gold standard in public safety. It emphasizes community-oriented policing. To achieve this, police departments must follow a recognized code of conduct and meet strict professional requirements. This code must be accepted by law enforcement, the legal system, and the public.
911 Emergency Calls
You should call 911 for emergencies with an urgent need for
-police
-fire
-medical help
If you accidentally dial 911, please do not hang up. Stay on the line and let the operator know that it was an accident.
When you call 911, be prepared to provide:
If you want to remain anonymous, inform the operator of your preference. You may also dial 911 to report suspicious persons or activity.
Animal Complaints
Excessive barking or unleashed dogs at large may be a violation of a Town ordinance. To report excessive barking or unleashed dogs, call the non-emergency number at 919-469-4012.
The Police Department does not take calls about lost or roaming animals. They also don’t respond to requests for animal removal. Wake County Animal Control handles any complaints of stray or rabid animals. Please call Wake County Animal Control at 919-856-6911.
Call 911 to report an aggressive animal or animal attack.