Patrol Division
Contact the Patrol Division
314 Washington Ave
(870) 933-4614
Email Captain Trey Dupuy
The Uniform Patrol Division is frequently called the “backbone of the police department.” Officers of this division are the most familiar to the general public because they are responsible for responding to calls for service 24/7, preventing criminal activity, conducting preliminary criminal investigations, apprehending criminals, and interacting with the community. The Patrol Division is also home to the Traffic Unit and Motorcycle Unit, whose primary purposes are traffic enforcement and investigating motor vehicle accidents.
Uniformed Patrol Division
JPD Officers work eleven hour shifts and are assigned to one of six different geographical areas of responsibility commonly referred to as areas. The Division is divided into four squads providing overlapping patrol coverage during peak hours of activity. The Division is overseen by a captain, with each shift consisting of from 20-25 officers who fall under the direct supervision of a shift lieutenant, who is assisted by 3 sergeants.
K9 Unit
The Jonesboro Police Department K-9 Unit includes K9s and Handlers who are trained in narcotics detection and patrol work, including aggression and tracking. They are responsible for assisting patrol units when requested. We also have one team trained in explosives detection and patrol work. Each team must participate in at least sixteen hours of formal training per month and be certified on a yearly basis.
SWAT TEAM
The Jonesboro Police S.W.A.T. Unit can rapidly respond when needed. It is the intent of the Jonesboro Police Special Services Unit to provide a highly trained and skilled tactical team as a resource for the Jonesboro Police Department in the handling of critical incidents.
The Special Weapons and Tactics Team (S.W.A.T). is trained to respond to a wide variety of critical incidents including hostages, barricades, snipers, high-risk apprehensions, personal protection, and much more.