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The Morgantown Police Department is accepting applications for individuals to register for the police officer entry-level civil service exam that will be held on Saturday, November 16, 2019.
Applications and additional information is available on our jobs webpage or in person at the Morgantown City Clerk’s office, located on the 3rd floor at 389 Spruce St. There is a $25 application fee due when an application is submitted. The deadline to apply is 5:00 p.m. on Friday, November 1, 2019.
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Traffic Pattern Changes for MHS Homecoming Parade
The Morgantown Police Department will alter traffic patterns on Thursday, Oct. 17 beginning at 5:15 p.m. for the Morgantown High School Homecoming Parade. Parking will also be restricted on High and Prospect Streets beginning at 5:15 p.m. Read on... -
Morgantown Police Arrest Suspect for Wanton Endangerment
At approximately 3:18 a.m., on Oct. 10, officers of the Morgantown Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in the 900 block of Snider Street. Read on... -
Deadline Approaching to Apply for Entry-Level Police Officer with the Morgantown Police Department
Time is running out to apply for the position of entry-level police officer with the Morgantown Police Department. Applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1. Read on...
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About Us
Personnel
The Morgantown Police Department is a full service law enforcement agency with an authorized strength of 72 sworn police officers and 11 civilian support staff.
Population We Serve
Our agency serves an area of approximately 11 square miles and a population of more than 35,000 full time residents. Morgantown is home to West Virginia University with a current enrollment of over 30,000 students. Our agency is constantly preparing to handle an influx of visitors as the city and university hosts a variety of events throughout the year. Our employees remain committed to providing for the security, safety and well-being of our citizens and visitors.
Victim Notification Program
The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Homeland Security Investigations (HSI), administers the Victim Notification Program which allows eligible victims and witnesses to obtain reliable and timely information regarding a criminal alien's release from custody. Victims and witnesses can visit the website to view a number of valuable victim services provided by ICE.
Phone Scams
The Federal Communications Commission helps to prevent people from falling victim to harmful phone scams. If you'd like to report a potential scam, click here.
Property
The Morgantown Police Department often comes into possession of property which then must be returned to its owner! Our Evidence/Property Room is under strict security with just two employees having access. A call into the Department before coming in will save time and frustration for everyone involved.
If you believe we have property that you’d like to have returned, please call us at 304-284-7428 or 304-284-7454.