Philadelphia Police Department Employee Directory
Law EnforcementPennsylvania, United States1001-5000 Employees
The Philadelphia Police Department serves as the city's municipal law enforcement agency, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, at 400 North Broad Street. It is the nation's fourth largest police department, with more than 6,600 sworn officers and about 800 civilian personnel. Led by Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel, the department's mission is to protect the safety and well-being of residents, visitors, and businesses across Philadelphia's diverse communities. The department operates within the law enforcement sector and provides information to the public via phillypolice.com. In June 2026, the U.S. Department of Justice announced an investigation into the department's handling of gun permit revocations and license denials.