The Miami-Dade Police Department will commit its resources in partnership with the community to promote a safe and secure environment, maintain order, provide for the safe and expeditious flow of traffic, and practice our core values of integrity, respect, service and fairness.
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News & Events
In Miami-Dade, police officers find camaraderie and competition in a softball league, with teams like "Miami 5.0" and "Miami Metro Dawgz" ranking nationally. The league, which includes officers from various departments, enhances team spirit and provides a unique form of mutual support among law enforcement professionals.
Collaboration between the Intracoastal District and neighboring law enforcement agencies, including the North Miami and North Miami Beach Police Departments, resulted in a significant reduction in gun violence during the summer of 2023. The joint initiative emphasized sharing intelligence, understanding local trouble spots, and proactive patrols to counter potential threats.
The Milton family, through the Jose Milton Foundation, funded the restoration of the Miami-Dade Police Department's Mounted Patrol Unit stables at the Tropical Park Equestrian Center. This contribution is one of many the family has made to support the department over the years.
The Miami-Dade Police's Neighborhood Resource Unit hosted an appreciation event for former homeless residents of the Northside District now living at Northside Commons. The event provided various services and support to the attendees.
About Us
We provide basic police services throughout the unincorporated area of Miami-Dade County, Miami Lakes, Palmetto Bay and Cutler Bay. Our decentralized police patrol in eight districts.
Our specialized patrol teams include the airport, seaport, marine, motorcycle, bomb disposal and SWAT. Our crime investigators work with other law enforcement agencies, from local cities to the Department of Homeland Security.
Integrity
Integrity is the hallmark of the Miami-Dade Police Department and we are committed to the highest performance standards, ethical conduct and truthfulness in all relationships. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and take pride in a professional level of service and fairness to all.
Respect
We treat all persons in a dignified and courteous manner, and exhibit understanding of ethnic and cultural diversity, both in our professional and personal endeavors.
Service
We provide quality service in a courteous, efficient and accessible manner. We foster community and employee involvement through problem-solving partnerships.
Fairness
We treat all people impartially, with consideration and compassion. We are equally responsive to our employees and the community we serve.
Vision Statement
The Miami-Dade Police Department's vision is to be the model law enforcement organization in the nation by blending strategic planning with community concerns.
