Jeffery E. Bladel - Chief of Police

Mission Statement

The mission of the Davenport Police Department is to protect and care for the well-being of our community while providing excellence in police service. The Davenport Police Department is committed to the values of integrity, fairness, competency, and professionalism through positive and meaningful police-citizen interactions and partnerships; these interactions and partnerships preserve the peace and safety of the community, making Davenport a desirable place to live. 

The Davenport Police Department has an authorized strength of 167 sworn employees and 24 civilian employees. The Department handles over 94,000 calls for service annually and has an advanced computer dispatch system, integrated in-car computers and an enhanced 911 service, supported by an outstanding, professional and dedicated group of men and women.

As you view our website, please keep in mind the Davenport Police Department also has a number of excellent career opportunities in the field of law enforcement and public safety. If you are interested in joining a professional, hardworking service organization that can provide you with contemporary challenges in a law enforcement career, please see our Career Opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you.

Davenport Police records Requests are now available online

In our continuing effort to improve the processing and delivery of police reports, background checks, and statistics, JustFOIA will be utilized to manage and distribute reports and information from our department via the internet.

media relations

Media requests for information or interviews should be directed to the DPD Media Line at 563-888-3004 or via email at [email protected]. 

Davenport Police Department Annual Reports

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