Hartford Police Department works to keep Hartford residents safe by responding to and investigating crimes, reducing crime, and by forging strong relationships between police officers of all ranks and the communities they serve.
Hartford Police Department Minority Report
The Hartford Police Department is committed to demonstrate transparency to evaluate our progress toward diversity goals. We strive to attract diverse candidates, build trust, and foster an inclusive environment in law enforcement. The following report outlines the processes and methods which guide the Department's Recruitment Unit. Click Here to review the report.(PDF, 2MB)
Public Notice
In accordance with City of Hartford Municipal Code Section 29-16, the Hartford Police Department (HPD) is in possession of unclaimed found property. If you have lost property in the City of Hartford, contact the HPD Property Room at 860-757-4180 weekdays 7 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Please provide a detailed description of the property, the circumstances of its loss, and proof of ownership.
Positive Identification is required before property will be released. Found Property is held for six months after being turned in.
Public CompStat Meeting
Public CompStat Meetings continue to take place in the virtual format. To join follow this link www.hartfordct.gov/compstatlive every 3rd Thursday of the month from 5:30 PM to 7 PM.
Department Head
Kenny A. Howell
Chief Kenny A. Howell was sworn-in as a member of the Hartford Police Department on December 21, 2020 to the role of Assistant Chief and became the Acting Chief as of July 3, 2024. His Law Enforcement career began in 1991 with the New Haven Police Department where he served for over 21 years. Prior to joining HPD, Chief Howell was the Chief of Police in the town of Millbury, Massachusetts.