Emergency: Call 911 | Non-Emergency: (555) 867-5309 ext. 200 | Records: (555) 867-5309 ext. 210
About the La Demo Police Department
The La Demo Police Department (PD) has proudly served the community since 1892. With 85 sworn officers and 20 civilian staff, the PD provides comprehensive law enforcement services including patrol, criminal investigations, traffic safety, school resource officers, and community policing programs.
The department achieved national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in 2018, a distinction held by fewer than 5% of law enforcement agencies nationwide. Chief Maria Gonzalez leads the department with a focus on community partnerships, transparency, and professional development.
Divisions & Services
Records Division
Accident reports, incident reports, and background checks. Reports are available 3-5 business days after the incident.
Community Programs
Neighborhood Watch, Citizens Police Academy, Coffee with a Cop, National Night Out, and youth mentoring programs.
Traffic Division
Speed enforcement, school zone monitoring, accident investigation, and commercial vehicle inspections.
Crime Prevention Tips
The La Demo PD encourages all residents to take simple steps to reduce crime in their neighborhoods. Lock your vehicles and remove valuables from sight. Keep exterior lights on at night. Report suspicious activity to the non-emergency line. Consider joining your local Neighborhood Watch group.
Current Crime Statistics
| Category | This Month | Last Month | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Property Crime | 23 | 31 | ▼ |
| Vehicle Theft | 8 | 5 | ▲ |
| Vandalism | 12 | 12 | ▬ |
| Burglary | 4 | 7 | ▼ |
Green indicates decrease, red indicates increase, gray indicates no change.
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Location: 500 Justice Avenue, La Demo, SC 00000
Non-Emergency: (555) 867-5309 ext. 200
Email: police@lademo.gov