Chief of Police
Tim Adams
Gastonia Police Department
P.O. Box 1748
200 E. Long Ave.
Gastonia, NC 28053-1748
704.866.6890
Police
Contact Telephone Numbers
Emergencies 911
Non-emergencies 704.866.3300
Front Desk 704.866.6702
Our Mission
Protect, Serve, and Enhance the Quality of Life for All.
Public Notice: Expenditures for 2009 JAG Funds
The City of Gastonia and Gaston County have been selected to receive 2009 JAG funding from the Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance. The Gastonia Police Department will be the fiscal managers of this grant. The Gastonia Police Department, Gaston County Police Department and Gaston County Sheriff’s Office have agreed to divide the $120,076 in the following manner:
- Gastonia Police Department will receive 50% of the funding $60, 038
- Gaston County Police Department will receive 25% of the funding $30, 019
- Gaston County Sheriff’s Office will receive 25% of the funding $30, 019
Purchases to be made by Gaston County Police Department and Sheriff’s Office
It has been reported that the Gaston County Police Department will use their share of the funding to purchase an integrated audio/video recording system, Portable Breath Test units, training materials and speed detection radar.
The Gaston County Sheriff’s Office will purchase 800 MHz radios, law enforcement equipment, security wands, an instant recall recorder, video cameras, educational and recruitment materials, software, and audio/visual equipment.
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New! Gang of One Gaston
You have the right to not be pressured into criminal activity, to live your own life happily, and adopt a support network that will help you succeed. More information is available at www.gangofonegaston.com or call (704) 864-SAFE.
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Gastonia Police Sniper Conference
Gastonia Police Department's Third Annual Sniper Conference is Sept. 2- Sept. 5. Last year 25 public safety teams participated. For more information please go to www.gastoniasniper.org.
Firearms Safety
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Identity Theft & Fraud Prevention Tip
Help protect yourself against identity theft and financial fraud by switching to direct deposit for your Social Security benefits. Direct deposit eliminates the risk of stolen checks and endorsement fraud. It’s also easier and more convenient than paper checks, because your benefit goes straight into your account - on time, every time. It’s fast, easy and free to switch to direct deposit. Click on the Go Direct® link below for more information or call 1-800-333-1795. In addition, the Direct Express® Debit Card provides fast and easy access to your monthly Social Security benefits. With the Direct Express Card, you can make purchases, pay bills, and get cash at thousands of locations nationwide, and you don't have to have a bank account. For more information go online to USDirectExpress.com or call 1-877-212-9991.
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