From 6:00am on May 4 to 6:00am on May 5, we received 497 calls for service. This number does not include parking complaints or 911 misdials.
Police
Mission Statement
We, the members of the Madison Police Department, are committed to providing high quality police services that are accessible to all members of the community. We believe in the dignity of all people and respect individual and constitutional rights in fulfilling this mission.
2025 Annual Report
Our 2025 Annual Report has been released. This report highlights some of our incredible work in 2025.
Image description: Cover Photo of 2025 Annual Report for the Madison Police Department
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) Trainings
We offer free training on this important topic at our Training Center for individuals to attend and we offer group trainings at your business/organization.
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Report an Incident
Report thefts from auto, criminal damage to property, identity theft, and other issues.
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Parking Tickets
Pay parking tickets, look up tickets, or find a towed vehicle.
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Records Requests
Request background checks, fingerprinting, or public records.
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File a Complaint
File a complaint with us or the Police and Fire Commission (PFC).
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Pedestrian hit by vehicle on city's east side
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May 5, 2026 -
Man injured during shooting on city's east side
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May 4, 2026 -
Police search for driver involved in hit-and-run crash that injured cyclist
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May 1, 2026 -
Madison police prepare for downtown May Day march
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May 1, 2026
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Daily Calls: May 1-May 4, 2026
postedMay 4, 2026 From 6:00am on May 1 to 6:00am on May 4 we received 1,344 calls for service. This number does not include parking complaints or 911 misdials.
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Daily Calls: April 30-May 1, 2026
postedMay 1, 2026 From 6:00am on April 30 to 6:00am on May 1, we received 456 calls for service. This number does not include parking complaints or 911 misdials.
Community Crime Map
Find information about what is happening in your neighborhood.
News Releases
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MPD releases Annual Report posted
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Safety plans in place for Mifflin Street Block Party posted
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MPD hosting series of community conversations on public safety posted
April 21, 2026
Police Blog
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Meeting reminder! Central District to host community conversation on Monday
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May 1, 2026 -
Today is the deadline to apply for the Black Youth Academy
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April 20, 2026 -
Because of Her: Officer Milcah Rivera
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March 31, 2026