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The Sparks Police Department consistently demands the highest level of professionalism from its employees. We maintain that employee contact with the public should inspire respect and generate cooperation and approval from the public we serve. The Sparks Police Department is comprised of 152 full time employees that include 109 sworn and 43 civilian personnel. The Department also has over 50 citiz

en volunteers that assist with the daily activities of the department in all four divisions. The Chief of Police oversees the Police Department operations, comprised of four divisions: Administration, Detective, Patrol and the Records Division. A Division Commander/Manger oversees each of the four divisions. The Sparks Police Department formally adopted “ComStat” as a department crime solving model. The Sparks Police Department believes we should aggressively track and solve crime or criminal activity. Each week members of each Division meet to develop a response strategy to address the latest crime trends within the City. The Sparks Police Department also participates in regional law enforcement efforts. These efforts include the Regional Gang Unit, the Repeat Offender Program, the Northern Nevada Law Enforcement Academy, the Regional Street Enforcement Team, DEA taskforce, Regional S*x Offender Notification Unit, Truckee Meadows Citizens Police Academy and the Consolidated Bomb Squad. The Sparks Police Departments motto is “Where Community Comes First,” placing an emphasis on our community involvement. The Sparks Police Department promotes community programs such as the Neighborhood Watch program, the Kids to Seniors Korner and the ALERT program. The Sparks Police Department takes pride in serving our community.

06/02/2026

Today, we had the privilege of attending John C. Bohach Elementary School’s awards ceremony. Three special awards are presented each year to recognize students who consistently demonstrate outstanding character, leadership, kindness, and service.

These exceptional fifth grade students have embodied these qualities throughout their time at Bohach Elementary, making a lasting impact on their school community.

On a special note, we are especially proud to share that one of the award recipients is the daughter of our own Officer Thompson. Congratulations on this well deserved honor!

Congratulations to all of the students who were nominated and recognized. Your hard work, positive attitude, and dedication to others make us proud, and we look forward to seeing all that you accomplish in the future.

05/29/2026

June 1–6, Chick-fil-A in Sparks is hosting a fundraiser to support our local police and fire departments. When you purchase a gallon of Strawberry Hibiscus Lemonade, you'll have the opportunity to choose your favorite team. Join us for this friendly competition and help support the men and women who serve our community. We hope to see you there! 🚔🚒

05/28/2026

The Sparks Police Department stands alongside the Reno Police Department as we mourn the loss of Detective Thomas Lopey.

Detective Lopey devoted his life to serving and protecting our community with honor and dedication. Our heartfelt condolences are with his family, loved ones, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing him during this difficult time.

05/27/2026

We are hiring, apply today for your chance to start in the January academy.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sparks

05/25/2026

On Memorial Day, the Sparks Police Department proudly honors the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation and our freedom. We remember their courage, honor their legacy, and express our deepest gratitude for their service. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

This week, officers from Support Services, Homeless Outreach Proactive Engagement (HOPE) and Neighborhood Police Unit (NPU) had the privilege of going to Lincoln Park Elementary School’s career day! Students were able to learn about what we do and how we can help them. Thank you!

Image: photos of officers with students.

05/22/2026

On May 22, 1995, our department lost Officer Larry D. Johnson in the line of duty. 31 years later, Officer Johnson is remembered not only today, but every day. We continue to honor his sacrifice, carry forward his legacy, and remember the service he gave to our community. He is deeply missed and will never be forgotten.

05/21/2026

Today, we had the opportunity to participate in a career panel at Dilworth Middle School. Students heard from professionals across a variety of career fields and explored opportunities that may interest them in the future. We truly appreciated the thoughtful questions and engagement from everyone involved!

Image: photo of career panel.

05/20/2026

Last week, our traffic team met with students from Small Wonders Preschool to talk about bike safety! Students even had the chance to check out one of our motorcycles.

Image: photos of Sparks motor officer with a student.

05/19/2026

Today, several of our officers met with law enforcement leaders from Latin America to share insights about our Police Explorer program and discuss how it supports youth engagement and leadership development. The conversation also focused on the potential for developing similar programs in their respective countries to help build stronger connections between law enforcement and the communities they serve.

Image: photos of Sparks Police officers with Latin America law enforcement leaders.

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1701 E Prater Way
Sparks, NV
89434

Telephone

+17753532299

Website

http://www.sparkspolice.com/

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