Below are several ways that you can help the Rochester Police Department. By getting involved, we can work together in achieving the goal of making Rochester, NY the safest mid-size city in America in which to work and raise a family. As we work together, always remember that We’ve got your back.!
Crime Stoppers Program: If you have information about criminal activity, call Crime Stoppers at (585) 423-9300. You can make a difference and earn a cash reward of up to $5,000 if your information leads to an arrest and felony indictment. Click here for more information.
The Drug Hotline: The Drug Hotline was established to solicit information on known and unknown drug locations and dealers in the City of Rochester. The information received is forward to the Narcotics Unit for follow-up investigations. Call 311 or (585) 428-6000 to report drug activity in your neighborhood. Click here for more information.
Police and Citizens Together Against Crime (PAC-TAC): Increasing safety in neighborhoods is not just a law enforcement role, but also involves concerned citizens who feel empowered to work effectively with the police in crime prevention. Click here for more information.
Clergy Response Team (CRT): A group of volunteers designed to provide assistance to RPD employees, victims and witnesses at major crime scenes, as well as with major incidents of concern to the community, neighborhood/community meetings and who may volunteer in high schools alongside School Resource Officers. Contact the Office of the Chief of Police for more information at (585) 428-7033.
Click here to obtain an application to volunteer with the Rochester Police Department, or apply online.