Police Department

The Newport Police Department provides 24-hour police service to the citizens of Newport and visitors. The officers are first responders to all police emergencies and are responsible for patrol, traffic enforcement, accident investigations and criminal investigations in Newport.

The department also offers a “vacation house check” program for Newport homeowners and conducts public safety programs throughout the year.

To better serve the citizens of Newport, the police department is dispatched through the 911 Center. To report a crime or request police response, call 911. For non-emergent messages or to contact an officer directly, call (302) 995-1411 and leave a voicemail message.

 

If you have been a victim of mail fraud and the address receiving the item is located here in Newport, please complete the following form to make a report:

https://goo.gl/forms/xL5hvd5S8CFR7qTm1

You will also need to contact your local police agency if you live outside of Newport.