Police Department

smiling female patrol officer in uniform in front of a patrol vehicle

Read TPD's 2024 Annual Report

Viewing from a mobile device? Click here: Tucson-Police-Department-2024-Annual-Report.pdf(PDF, 8MB)

TPD uniform patch, reads Tucson Police Arizona 1871

TPD is a learning organization, engaged in evidence-based policing

In fact, TPD was selected by the U.S. Department of Justice as a partner agency in the National Public Safety Partnership. This program helps agencies combat violent crime, especially drug, gang, and gun violence. Our participation is already paying dividends, with a threefold increase in our clearance (solve) rate of non-fatal shootings. Our clearance rate for homicide cases is already among the highest of any major city in the U.S. – over 90% in 2023.  Read more...

Impact of Inflation on Department Budget

Below is an excerpt from the department's presentation to the City Manager on February 21, 2025, showing the impact of inflation.

FY26-Budget-Presentation.pdf(PDF, 558KB)

Slide 13 from FY 26 Budget Presentation. See link above for machine-readable text.

And here are the department's budget presentations for FY24 and FY25.

FY24-Budget-Presentation.pdf(PDF, 1MB)
FY25-Budget-Presentation.pdf(PDF, 945KB)

Police Non-Emergency Services

For emergencies, call 911. To report a non-emergency, call the police non-emergency line: 520-791-4444.

The Tucson Police Department provides many non-emergency services. If you don't find what you're looking for, check Other Resources, Contact and Feedback, or contact your nearest police substation.

Other Resources

Tucson is fortunate to have many government and community partners working to meet community needs.
Services
Legal
Courts

Contact and Feedback

The Tucson Police Department welcomes feedback that helps us improve as an agency.

Data and Oversight

The Tucson Police Department benefits from data-informed practices and community oversight.

TPD has a robust Analysis Division that compiles data on crime, traffic, and staffing. Community oversight includes the Community Police Advisory Review Board (CPARB), Force Review Board, and Sentinel Event Review Board.

Department Head

Department portrait of Chief Monica Prieto in uniform in front of an American flag.

Chief of Police Monica Prieto

Born and raised in Tucson, Chief Prieto began her career with the Tucson Police Department in 1999, after graduating with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Arizona. She was appointed Chief of Police in February 2026, overseeing the largest law enforcement agency in Southern Arizona. 

Full bio: https://www.tucsonaz.gov/Departments/Police/About-Us

Main Phone Numbers

Emergency: 911
Non-emergency: 520-791-4444

88-CRIME

520-88-CRIME 520-882-7463

Submit information on crimes. You can remain anonymous.

Organization Chart

Click to view Tucson Police Department Org Chart(PDF, 198KB) (for machine readable version, click here(PDF, 103KB))

Contact Us

Headquarters

Tucson Police Department
270 S Stone Ave
Tucson, AZ 85701

Evidence & Property Section

Release of property is by appointment ONLY. Call 520-791-4458 to schedule an appointment.

Operations Division South

Santa Cruz Substation – CLOSED TO PUBLIC DURING CONSTRUCTION
4410 S Park Ave
Tucson, AZ 85714-1653
520-791-4949

Operations Division West

Westside Police Service Center
1310 W Miracle Mile
Tucson, AZ 85705-9320
520-791-4467

Operations Division Midtown

Patrick K. Hardesty Midtown Multi-Service Center
1100 S Alvernon Way
Tucson, AZ 85711-5304
520-791-4253

Operations Division East

Erik D. Hite Eastside Substation
9670 E Golf Links Rd
Tucson, AZ 85730-1460
520-791-5700

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