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 nine 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, one assigned to the Detective Bureau and Training Division, and one overseeing the School Resource Officer (SRO) program.
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.
Also part of the Detective Division is the school resource officer (SRO) program. North Tonawanda is the first community in Western New York to have an entire detachment dedicated to ensuring the safety of students and staff members in and around the district’s campuses.
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, and a traffic officer.
The Training Division maintains academy training, field training (FTO), in-service training, firearm training, and the K9 Unit.
This division handles all training within the department, grant writing, vehicle maintenance, IT suppor
The Training and Support Division is comprised of a captain, lieutenant, range officer, and a traffic officer.
The Training Division maintains academy training, field training (FTO), in-service training, firearm training, and the K9 Unit.
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.
POLICE CANINE (K9) UNIT
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
K9 Stella works with Officer Jeffrey Kam. In addition to assisting patrols and special units such as SWAT and Drug Task Force, Officer Kam and K9 Stella often perform K9 demonstrations where community members get the opportunity to engage with North Tonawanda's own Paw Patrol.
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
The Special Victims and Youth Services division focuses on providing the North Tonawanda community with youth services and resources for domestic violence victims. We can assist families in need, elderly crime victims, and provide drug and alcohol addictions resources.
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SRO)
SPECIAL VICTIMS & YOUTH SERVICES
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SRO)
Many public schools throughout the state have school resource officers. North Tonawanda is the first community in Western New York to have an entire division dedicated to ensuring the safety of students and staff members in and around the district's campuses.
POLICE THERAPY K9
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS (SRO)
North Tonawanda is fortunate to have not only one, but two dogs on our team. Remy, a Goldendoodle, is a therapy dog that works with Det. Lt. Michelle Day. Remy is utilized to provide emotional support for crime victims and people who have experienced traumatic events.
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
The North Tonawanda Police Department proudly encourages our officers to take part in health and wellness initiatives. NTPD supports the Every Cop a Blue Belt program which encourages officers to participate in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and fitness classes to maintain officer readiness.
AUXILIARY POLICE
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
EVERY COP A BLUE BELT
The North Tonawanda Auxiliary Police is a 100% volunteer organization made up of men and women who serve their community by acting as additional eyes and ears for the North Tonawanda Police Department. They train throughout the year and have several details throughout the city.
SPECIALIZED UNITS
SPECIALIZED UNITS
SPECIALIZED UNITS
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.
CIVILIAN EMPLOYEES
SPECIALIZED UNITS
SPECIALIZED UNITS
The North Tonawanda Police also employs nine civilian employees that consist of a police mechanic, two account clerk typists, a senior account clerk typist and four police matrons (aides that watch detainees). In addition we have an animal control officer and employ eight crossing guards, Monday through Friday, while North Tonawanda city schools are in session.