Chief of Police Timothy P. Deems.

On behalf of the members of the Beckley Police Department, it is my privilege to welcome you to our website. The City of Beckley with its natural beauty, friendly people and its committed Police Department, makes Beckley a great place in which to live, prosper and enjoy. 

We are in the "quality of life" business and therefore strive to partner with our community. This partnership is vital to keeping our community safe and prosperous. This website affords us an excellent opportunity to further open the lines of communications and strengthen our partnership.

I ask you to take a few minutes to view the pages within our site. Our website is meant to provide you an opportunity to learn about the department, increase your level of involvement with us, and share in determining the department’s priorities.

Again, welcome to the City of Beckley Police Department where dedicated people are keeping our community safe through partnership and professional service. 

                                                               Respectfully,
                                                          Timothy P. Deems
                                                             Chief of Police

Our Vision

The department, in partnership with the community, will endeavor to create a safer community by achieving our mission and being a leader in providing quality police service.

Our Mission

We are dedicated to creating and preserving an environment that offers a sense of security, safety and well-being to all people within the community served. The department will operate as a part of the community, and in partnership with its citizens in a professional manner

Our Core Values 

PROFESSIONALISM

Our conduct and demeanor display the highest standard of personal and
organizational excellence.

HONOR

We will demonstrate honest, ethical behavior in all our interactions. We must have
the courage to stand up for our beliefs and do what is right.

FAIRNESS

We are fair. We treat each other and the community with respect in a consistent manner.

COMMITMENT

We have a dedication to the community and the department we serve. We will persevere to continue to be a leader within our profession and in achieving excellence.