Clayton Police Department

Police | City of Clayton, MO Our Vision A leading police agency connected to the community. Our Mission To serve and protect the Clayton Community with PRIDE. Our Values Professionalism Respect Innovation Dedication Excellence Department Organization The Clayton Police Department is organized into two primary bureaus, the Field Operations Bureau and the Investigations and Support Bureau, each overseen by a Captain. The Field Operations Bureau is responsible for patrol operations, responding to calls for service, traffic and parking enforcement, community engagement, and crime prevention initiatives. In 2025, the department reorganized patrol responsibilities by reassigning four patrol officers to newly established Traffic Safety Officer, Business District Officer, and Patrol Support Officer roles. This realignment expanded specialized services and community support without increasing the department’s budget or authorized staffing levels. Accreditation The Clayton Police Department has achieved its ninth Advanced Accreditation through CALEA. Non-emergency: (314) 290-8420. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Clayton city, MO has an estimated population of 17,282.