Wilmington Police Department

Wilmington Police Department Wilmington, NC Skip to main content opens in new tab or window Your Voice. This Wilmington Police Department is Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement & NCLEA (North Carolina Law Enforcement Accreditation) Location Phone 910.343.3600 Email [email protected] Contact WPD Headquarters Location 615 Bess St. WPD Headquarters 910.343.3600 Email the Office of the Chief Chief Ryan Zuidema Following a unanimous vote by City Council on Tuesday, August 19, the City of Wilmington has appointed Chief Ryan Zuidema as its next chief of police, concluding a nationwide search. “I am honored to be chosen as Wilmington’s next Chief of Police,” said Chief Zuidema. “Wilmington is a vibrant and diverse city with a deep sense of community pride. I look forward to working alongside the talented men and women of the Wilmington Police Department to strengthen public safety, build trust through transparency, and partner with residents, businesses, and community organizations to address the challenges and opportunities ahead.” Back to top Site Footer City of Wilmington, NC 929 N. Non-emergency: (910) 343-3600. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Wilmington city, NC has an estimated population of 118,578.