Citizen Resources
Crime and Arrest Information
- Check records on people who have been arrested in Gulfport
- View the Active Calls list, about current police activity
- View a map of crimes that occurred in your neighborhood.
If you are interested in doing more to help prevent crime, scroll down to the crime prevention section or contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Jim Wright, at (727) 893-1022 or JWright@mygulfport.us.
Crisis Intervention Resources
If you are feeling suicidal, having a psychiatric emergency, or know someone who is, please call 911 or contact the local crisis hotline at 727-791-3131.
Following are links to local health and human services.
Crime Prevention and Community Programs
Neighborhood Watch Programs:
Neighborhood Watch meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00pm. Meetings are held at City Hall – Council Chambers, 2401 53rd St S.
You can become a Neighborhood Watch Block Captain and help support Gulfport Neighborhood Watch. Whatever your level of interest, we can help. The Gulfport Police Department, through its Volunteer Coordinator, will help you with training to become a Block Captain, help you get organized, and provide tips and other information. We encourage all Gulfport residents to participate in our monthly meetings!
If this is something you may be interested in, please contact our Community Engagement Coordinator, Jim Wright at 727-893-1022 or jwright@mygulfport.us.
Security Surveys
We have officers who have special certifications based on advanced training and experience in crime prevention through environmental design. These officers can survey your property and provide expert tips on simple, cost-effective improvements that you can make to reduce your risk of being victimized. To schedule a survey, contact us at 727-893-1041.
Citizens Police Academy
Typically once per year (more or less depending on demand), we host a Citizens’ Academy. It gives participants an in-depth look at how we do business. The program runs for eight-ten weeks, one night per week, and attendees will experience everything from the crash investigation and communications center to the gun range and the pursuit driving course. For more information, contact the program coordinator at 727-893-1028.
Citizen's Police Academy
The annual Citizens’ Police Academy, organized by the Gulfport Police Department.
These weekly classes occur every Thursday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Participants have the unique chance to gain insights and first-hand experiences into the daily activities of Gulfport police officers and department staff as they deliver police services to the community. The curriculum incorporates a blend of hands-on field trips and traditional classroom sessions.
Applicants must be over the age of 16 and pass a background investigation. Please apply early as there are only limited spots available and they fill up quickly. Preference given to Gulfport residents. For further information, please contact Sergeant Robert Burkhart at 727-893-1028 or email rburkhart@mygulfport.us.
Records
The records section is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday thru Friday.
The agency’s records custodian is Cindy Hayes. She can be reached at 727-893-1041 or by email at chayes@mygulfport.us.
- To obtain copies of traffic crash reports where you are an involved party.
- To obtain copies of police reports and other records.
Common Requests
- If you would like to hire police officers for security at an event, contact the operations commander at 727-893-1111.
- If you would like to apply for permission to hold a block party on a public road, contact 727-893-1111.
- If you would like to request a traffic speed study or apply for a traffic calming program, please contact 727-893-1111.
- If you would like to apply for a solicitor’s permit, please contact 727-893-1041.