OUR MISSION
The Elkhart Police Department is committed to partnering with our community to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against abuse or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all to liberty, equality, and justice. Through service, protection, knowledge, developing community relationships, and upholding the law we are dedicated to reducing crime, increasing safety, and enhancing the quality of life for all of Elkhart’s citizens and visitors.
OUR MISSION
The Elkhart Police Department is committed to partnering with our community to safeguard lives and property; to protect the innocent against deception, the weak against oppression or intimidation, and the peaceful against abuse or disorder; and to respect the constitutional rights of all to liberty, equality, and justice. Through service, protection, knowledge, developing community relationships, and upholding the law we are dedicated to reducing crime, increasing safety, and enhancing the quality of life for all of Elkhart’s citizens and visitors.
OUR VISION
“Our vision for The City of Elkhart is a unified and safe community.”
To achieve this vision, the Elkhart Police Department will proactively use a two-pronged approach. First, we will continue our commitment to partnering with the citizens of Elkhart and other City departments. Second, we will continue to develop dedicated, well-trained officers and professional staff who will honorably serve to protect all in our community.
OUR VISION
“Our vision for The City of Elkhart is a unified and safe community.”
To achieve this vision, the Elkhart Police Department will proactively use a two-pronged approach. First, we will continue our commitment to partnering with the citizens of Elkhart and other City departments. Second, we will continue to develop dedicated, well-trained officers and professional staff who will honorably serve to protect all in our community.
MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF
The Elkhart Police Department, established in 1875, welcomes you to our website.
For the past several years the Elkhart Police Department has emphasized getting our community accurate information in a timely manner. We hope you find the information and resources contained in our website to be useful and educational.
The Elkhart Police Department, through education, enforcement and training strives to make Elkhart a better place to live, work and relax.
Thank you, and please check back soon.
– Chief Dan Milanese
MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF
The Elkhart Police Department, established in 1875, welcomes you to our website.
For the past several years the Elkhart Police Department has emphasized getting our community accurate information in a timely manner. We hope you find the information and resources contained in our website to be useful and educational.
The Elkhart Police Department, through education, enforcement and training strives to make Elkhart a better place to live, work and relax.
Thank you, and please check back soon.
-Chief Dan Milanese
