Serving since 1922: this photo from 1929 shows an already veteran staff of police officers outside the stationhouse.

About The Hawthorne Police Department

The Hawthorne Police Department has been serving the City of Hawthorne since 1922, over 78 years of service. The Hawthorne Police Department consists of 96 sworn officers, 46 civilians, 6 part-time Reserve Officers and 16 explorers.

Robert Fager is the Chief of Police

Mission Statement
The mission of the Hawthorne Police Department is to provide a safe and secure community for its citizens while at the same time promoting a high degree of professionalism and respect for human dignity. (created April 6, 1989)

Vision Statement
To be a strong and effective organization through open communication, teamwork, mutual respect, and a partnership with the community, willing to pioneer innovative approaches to law enforcement. (created June 27, 1991)

About the City of Hawthorne

The Hawthorne Police Department is comprised of the following Bureaus:

Patrol Bureau Canine Section (K-9) Detective Bureau Police Officer Reserve Corp Records Bureau Traffic Bureau Narcotics Unit Training Bureau / Recruitment Crime Free Multi-Housing Program