North Tonawanda Police Department
Keith T. Glass, Chief of Police
The North Tonawanda Police Department consists of 50 full-time sworn officers that make up three divisions (Patrol, Training and the Detective Bureau). Each division is supervised by a captain who oversees day to day operations, supervises their assigned staff and answers directly to the chief of police.
There are eight lieutenants in the department that report to their respective captain and are the department’s first line supervisors. There are six lieutenants assigned to the Patrol Division and one assigned to the Detective Bureau and Training Division.
911 and general calls through our business line (716-692-4111) are answered by a Niagara County dispatcher and then dispatched to us. If a caller needs to just speak with an officer rather than have one sent to their location, they are transferred to our desk officer. The front desk is covered 24 hours a day by an officer.
Divisions
PATROL DIVISION, Capt. Todd Bush
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
The Patrol Division is the front line of the police department and responds to all requests for police service. Often referred to as the backbone of a police department the patrol division are the first responders, responsible for the initial investigation of all offenses, crimes, traffic accidents, disturbances and all other incidents th
The Patrol Division is the front line of the police department and responds to all requests for police service. Often referred to as the backbone of a police department the patrol division are the first responders, responsible for the initial investigation of all offenses, crimes, traffic accidents, disturbances and all other incidents that require a police service, such as first aid and fire calls.
The Patrol Division is comprised of a captain, six lieutenants and 30+ officers, divided into three shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm and 11pm-7am, with an officer from each respective shift coming in one hour early to have constant coverage of the city.
Our department handles approximately 45,000 calls per year.
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
When police respond to a criminal incident and a report has been completed, the case is then assigned to the Detective Division.
The Detective Bureau is comprised of a captain, lieutenant and five detectives. They handle all criminal investigations within the department that are not closed by the Patrol Division. They are also responsibl
When police respond to a criminal incident and a report has been completed, the case is then assigned to the Detective Division.
The Detective Bureau is comprised of a captain, lieutenant and five detectives. They handle all criminal investigations within the department that are not closed by the Patrol Division. They are also responsible for fingerprinting, background checks, pistol permits, affidavit services, evidence, warrants and a multitude of other tasks.
The Juvenile Aid Bureau is part of the Detective Bureau with one detective assigned to JAB, which is overseen by the detective lieutenant. This department is responsible for all matters involving persons seventeen years old and younger along with all sex offenses and child abuse cases.
TRAINING DIVISION Capt. Rob Frank
DETECTIVE DIVISION, Capt. Daryl Truty
TRAINING DIVISION Capt. Rob Frank
The Training and Support Division is comprised of a captain, lieutenant, range officer, traffic officer and a school resource officer (SRO).
The Training Division maintains academy training, field training (FTO), in-service training, firearms, K9 Unit, SRO, and traffic officers.
This division handles all training within the department, gra
The Training and Support Division is comprised of a captain, lieutenant, range officer, traffic officer and a school resource officer (SRO).
The Training Division maintains academy training, field training (FTO), in-service training, firearms, K9 Unit, SRO, and traffic officers.
This division handles all training within the department, grant writing, vehicle maintenance, IT support and any other functions of the department that are not handled by either the Patrol Division or Detective Bureau.
The traffic officer enforces vehicle and traffic laws and the school resource officer is assigned to the high school as a liaison between the school and police department.
SPECIALIZED UNITS
POLICE SERVICE DOGS
POLICE SERVICE DOGS
The department has several specialized duties that various members are assigned to in addition to their regular duties. These include S.W.A.T., Hostage Negotiators, Drug Task Force, FTO (Field Training Officers), Accident Investigators, Fire Investigators, Firearm and Academy Instructors, Bike Patrol, Drone Program, Marine Patrol, Child Safety Seat Installers, Honor Guard and K9.
POLICE SERVICE DOGS
POLICE SERVICE DOGS
POLICE SERVICE DOGS
North Tonawanda is fortunate to have not only one, but two dogs on our team. K9 Stella, a Czech-bred shepherd pictured at right, works with Officer Jeffrey Kam and Remy, a Goldendoodle pictured left, is a therapy dog that works with Det. Lt. Michelle Day.
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
The North Tonawanda Police also employs nine civilian employees that consist of a police mechanic, three account clerk typists, a senior account clerk typist and four police matrons (aides that watch female detainees). In addition we employ eight crossing guards, Monday through Friday, while North Tonawanda city schools are in session.
AUXILIARY POLICE
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
The North Tonawanda Auxiliary Police is a 100% volunteer organization made up of men and women who wish to serve their community. They act as additional eyes and ears for the North Tonawanda Police Department. They train throughout the year and have several details such as weekend road patrols, parades, 5K runs, and festivals which require additional coverage.