Patrol
Patrol, the largest division of the GFPD, provides the most visible and direct services to the community 24 hours a day. The word "patrol" is used here in its broadest sense. Patrol is considered to be the primary law enforcement function and embraces much more than the act of patrolling. Patrol is defined as a generalized function where officers engage in a wide variety of activities including:
- Responding to Emergencies
- Answering Calls for Service
- Enforcing Traffic Laws
- Investigating Accidents
- Conducting Initial Criminal Investigations
The Police Department maintains a fleet of marked patrol vehicles. Cruisers are equipped with a Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) which is a computer linked to multiple law enforcement databases. The Police Department handles many urgent situations including:
- Emergencies
- Bomb Threats and Suspicious Packages
- Car Accidents
- Criminal Complaints
- Domestic Disputes and Violence
- Hazardous Road Reports (fallen trees, wires, etc.)
- Missing Person Reports
- Neighbor Disputes
Other departmental services include:
- Public Record Requests
- Lost and Found Items
- Noise Complaints
- Parking Complaints
- Public Lectures and Talks
- Ride-Along Program
- Traffic Control for Special Events
- Residence Checks
- Car Seat Safety Inspections (Call for Appointment)
- Other General Assistance
If you have questions about the Patrol Division, please e-mail our Patrol Commander, Lt. Kalem Kirby.
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On Monday, September 9th, the Granite Falls Fire Department will be conducting a live burn training exercise at a house located at 19 Pine Street.
Traffic closures will be in effect on Pine Street from just past Cascade Lane to Falls Avenue on the side where the Baird House Transportation Museum is located, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. No other traffic interruptions are expected.
The structure will be burned to its foundation, but smoldering embers will be visible inside the foundation after the training exercise is completed.
Residents in this area that have breathing difficulties should keep their windows closed and their HVAC systems off during this time frame. Town residents should not be alarmed to see a column of smoke from this area during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Granite Falls Fire Department at 396-2379.
Traffic closures will be in effect on Pine Street from just past Cascade Lane to Falls Avenue on the side where the Baird House Transportation Museum is located, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. No other traffic interruptions are expected.
The structure will be burned to its foundation, but smoldering embers will be visible inside the foundation after the training exercise is completed.
Residents in this area that have breathing difficulties should keep their windows closed and their HVAC systems off during this time frame. Town residents should not be alarmed to see a column of smoke from this area during this time.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call the Granite Falls Fire Department at 396-2379.