Dewey Beach Police Department

08/29/2026

DBPD wishes our new business in town great success! The Frozen Farmer is now open and serving some of the most unusual flavors! And apparently DONUTS!?!? 😍
Congratulations! And welcome to the Town of Dewey Beach, Delaware!!

08/26/2026

Happy National Dog Day to all your precious pups! Shout-out to our very own K-9 Smoke and K-9 Odin!
Thank you for all you do for our agency and our town!

08/24/2026

DBPD was proud to es**rt these riders across the finish line!

08/22/2026

At tonight's Commissioners meeting, members of the Dewey Beach Patrol were recognized for their recent participation in the United States Lifesaving Association's National Championship.
Of 128 teams, members of the Sussex County Lifesaving Association placed 1st for the 3rd consecutive year, besting the 2nd-place California State Lifeguard Association!
Sussex County Beach Patrols from Lewes to Fenwick Island make up the SCLA competition team.
Congratulations to all the SCLA members, with an extra BIG congrats to our Dewey Beach Patrol members who competed.

Pictured left to right: Lieutenant Chris Conaway, Michael Frederick, Steve Hagen, Haley Gamuciello, Ashling Marshall

Note: Not all DBP competition members are pictured.

08/21/2026

Oh boy! Our fall activities are going to be amazing! Last year's first Dewey Dog Day was a huge success. DBPD will have our merch table at the celebration. We hope to see all of you out there with your four-legged friends!

08/20/2026

A breakdown of our calls for service and statistical information for July 2026.

08/17/2026

Wow! A true artist of sand sculpture!😎🤙🐬

🐬 A little beachside magic! 🌊

We love seeing the creativity that comes to life on Dewey Beach! This incredible dolphin sand art is a beautiful reminder that sometimes the best beach days come with a little imagination—and a lot of sand. 🏖️

Thanks to the talented beach artist who created this amazing piece! 💙

08/15/2026

Today, DBPD had the privilege of leading the Coast to Coast for ALS riders into our town to officially conclude their ride.
62-year-old Rex Houlihan began his 4,000-mile cross-country ride, beginning in Washington State 105 days ago, riding through 12 states, heading to Delaware, and ending the ride in Dewey Beach at The Starboard Restaurant!
In the process, this ride raised awareness and over $528,000!!
Congratulations to all the riders and participants!

If you're interested in donating, click the link below:
https://www.coast2coast4als.org/

08/13/2026

We love getting out in the community and catching up with our friends.
Today we were invited by M/Cpl. Jackson of the Delaware State Police to attend the yearly Community Day at Burton Village.
We had a fantastic time chatting and having some delicious food!
The kids got back packs, and school supplies for the new school year.
A great time with our community, our public safety partners and all the staff from various organizations that make this such a great event every year!!

08/13/2026

Today was the Annual "Rescue Buoy Mound" competition held near the end of the season by our elite Dewey Beach Patrol.
This year, the DBPD was honored to be asked to judge the competition.
Administrative Assistant to the Chief Melissa Squier and PFC Colby Buchert were the official judges.
The entries were creative, fun, and artistic! The winner is the first picture in the collage.
Great work, Dewey Beach Patrol, another summer keeping our beautiful beaches safe!



Photos courtesy M. Squier