New Haven Police Department

New Haven Police Department
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AbbreviationNHPD
Agency overview
FormedJuly 27, 1861 (1861-07-27)
Jurisdictional structure
Size20.1 sq mi (52.1 km2)
Population130,660 (2013)
Operational structure
Headquarters1 Union Ave. New Haven, CT
Police Officers 352 of 392 (2025)
Chief responsible
  • Karl Jacobson
Facilities
Area Commands10 district substations
Detention Centers1
Website
https://www.newhavenct.gov/government/departments-divisions/new-haven-police-department

The New Haven Police Department is the law enforcement agency responsible for the city of New Haven, Connecticut.