Special Operations

The Selective Enforcement Team (SET) is a group of officers that specialize in problem solving and reacting to specific areas of concern in the City.

Restorative Justice is an alternative approach to dealing with crime and wrongdoing that focuses on the often-ignored needs of victims, offenders and the community as a whole.

The Harrisonburg Police Department recognizes seven geographic districts within the city which are overseen by Patrol Sergeants.

Each summer, law enforcement officials carry the Flame of Hope across the state culminating with the Torch Run Final Leg, and the lighting of the cauldron to officially open the Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games in Richmond.

HPD's K-9 Team is comprised of three handlers, one facility dog, and one supervisor.

The Special Operations Division encompasses varying duties including traffic, criminal enforcement, public event safety and educational demonstrations are among the tasks completed on a daily basis.

If you have lost a pet, contact the Rockingham-Harrisonburg SPCA at 540-434-5270.

The Harrisonburg Community Police Academy is an opportunity to learn more about the various jobs and duties of HPD, including hands-on experiences with different scenarios that officers could encounter.

Information, news, events, and updates from the Harrisonburg Police Department.