Hamtramck, City (Wayne, MI)

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Police

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Mission Statement

It is the purpose of the Hamtramck Police Department to preserve the public peace and order, apprehend violators and offenders, and to protect the citizenry and property under the laws of the State, and ordinances of the City of Hamtramck, in a firm and fair professional manner.

Interested in working for the City of Hamtramck and becoming a police officer, but haven’t attended the police academy yet? If you work for the City of Hamtramck in another capacity for a period of time, you may be eligible for a City-paid sponsorship to attend the police academy and become a police officer.

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The City of Hamtramck contracts with the Michigan Humane Society for all its animal needs. If you have lost a pet and the Police Department has picked it up, first, check with the Michigan Humane Society at its Detroit, Westland and Rochester Hills facilities.

If you have not located your pet here, don’t stop looking. Also check with all local animal care facilities, veterinary offices, social media, ask your neighbors, and keep checking.

Lost Property Reports

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How do I file a police report? 

  • Crime reports can be filed by contacting the Hamtramck Police front desk at 313-800-5281 (nonemergency) or by coming in to the front desk located inside City Hall at 3401 Evaline, Hamtramck 48212. Police reports cannot be generated over the phone, however lost property reports can be made online at https://apps.clemis.org/OCPRS/?AGENCY_CD=hm

How do I obtain a copy of a police incident report?

  • You may obtain a copy of a police incident report by going to the Traffic & Records Bureau located on the second floor of City Hall. The Traffic & Records Bureau is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Reports are normally available one business day after completion, unless there is an ongoing investigation. You may contact the Traffic & Records Bureau at 313-800-5275 to confirm the report’s availability.

How do I obtain a copy of a crash report?

  • You may obtain a copy of a crash report online from CLEMIS or by following the same procedure outlined above for obtaining an incident report. 

How do I obtain a permit to purchase a handgun?

  • Hamtramck residents may apply for a permit to purchase a handgun at the Traffic & Records Bureau, Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Please contact the Traffic & Records Bureau at 313-800-5275 for additional questions and requirements

How do I get fingerprinted?

  • You may be fingerprinted at the Traffic & Records Bureau located on the second floor of City Hall. Fees vary depending on the type of fingerprinting you require. Call the Traffic & Records Bureau at 313-800-5275 for more information and to schedule an appointment. 

How do I obtain a Handicap Parking sign for in front of my house?

  • Hamtramck Residents with a permanent disability plate issued by the Michigan Secretary of State may apply for a Handicap Sign in from of their residence at the Traffic & Records Bureau located on the second floor of City Hall. The Traffic & Records Bureau is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. There is an $100 installation fee and a $25 per year renewal fee.

Contact Information

Police Chief

Jamiel Altaheri

Phone: 313-800-5281 ext. 344
Email: jaltaheri@hamtramckcity.gov

  • In case of emergencies

Phone: 9-1-1

Front Desk

Phone: 313-800-5281 ext. 791 

(For crimes not in progress, general information, reporting, complaints, parking issues, abandoned autos, prisoner information)

Identification Bureau

Phone: 313-800-5211

(For LCC matters, evidence issues, property release, and archival records)

Property pickup will be handled by appointment only. 

Traffic and Records Bureau

Phone: 313-800-5275

(For copies of traffic reports, general police reports, gun applications, clearences, impounded vehicles, fingerprinting and follow up on abandoned autos)

Detective Bureau

Phone: 313-800-5281 ext 884

Police Towing

Phone: 313-822-2220

Narcotics

Phone: 313-800-5267

Anonymous Crime Reporting

Phone: 313-800-5281  ext. 500

Gun Disposal Department

Phone: 313-800-5281  ext. 403

This department is responsible for the proper disposal of all weapons.  Hours are Monday-Friday 8am to 4pm)