Committed to the
Safety of Our Community
The Mishawaka Police Department recognizes that successful crime prevention is built on the community and police working together. The Mishawaka Police Department strives to keep an open line of communication between residents and police officers, including taking an active role in community programs and neighborhoods. It is all part of our mission to be a service-oriented Police Department. Through this partnership, we will work together to identify, prioritize and solve problems in our community and improve the overall sense of safety and security in Mishawaka.
Join Our Team
Interested in a career with purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in our community? The Mishawaka Police Department is always seeking passionate, committed individuals to join our police force. Our team is dedicated to protecting the community, building trust, and making a difference every day.
If you are driven to serve and motivated to be part of a team that values integrity and service, we invite you to explore a future with us. Select the link below to get started.
Units and Divisions
The Mishawaka Police Department is comprised of several specialized divisions committed to public safety. From our Uniform Patrol Division to our K-9 Unit, every unit plays an important role in protecting and serving the Princess City of Mishawaka.
In Memoriam
Police officers throughout our country put their lives on the line every day to protect those around them. The City of Mishawaka knows the importance of remembering our fallen officers and honoring the sacrifices they have made for our community.
Unclaimed Property Auction
The Mishawaka Police Department partners with Propertyroom.com to auction abandoned, stolen, lawfully seized, or unclaimed property that has remained unclaimed for 30 days or more. Auctions are continuous and available 24 hours a day, seven (7) days a week. Items offered may include electronics, jewelry, clothing, bicycles, tools, sporting equipment, and other miscellaneous property.
Additional Law Enforcement Links
- American Red Cross – Northwest Chapter
- Better Business Bureau of Northern Indiana
- Central Intelligence Agency
- Crime Stoppers, Michiana Area
- D.A.R.E.
- Domestic Violence
- Federal Bureau of Investigation
- Indiana Sheriffs’ Sex Offender Registry
- Internet Crime Complaint Center
- National Center for Missing and Exploited Children
- National Crime Prevention Council
- Officer Down Memorial Page
- Saint Joseph County Emergency Management Agency
- Saint Joseph County Prosecutor’s Office
- South Bend Police Department
- US Department of Homeland Security
- US Department of Justice Fraud and Identity Theft
- US Drug Enforcement Administration
- US Marshal Service
Forms and other information regarding protective orders are available on the St. Joseph County website.
Mishawaka Police Department
Chief of Police: Alex Arendt
Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Phone: (574) 258-1678
Fax: (574) 258-1690
100 Lincolnway West
Mishawaka, IN 46544
Additional Department Contacts:
- EMERGENCY: 911
- Non-Emergency: (574) 258-1678
- Records Division: (574) 258-1681
- Traffic Division: (574) 259-2966
- Chief’s Office: (574) 258-1683
- Detective Bureau Secretary: (574) 258-1684
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