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Highland Police Department – Crime
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FIGHTING CRIME IN HIGHLAND
Highland Police are expanding technology and outreach efforts throughout the community. Whether that is solving or preventing crime, advanced technology or new applications for existing strategies, the department is taking a new look at how they do their jobs.
Drone Assistance
Once considered exotic, camera-equipped drones have become a workhorse in the skies, providing valuable visuals to those on the ground. “Over the last several years, we’ve noticed more applications for drones – from checking for blockages on the river to searching for missing persons,” Chief Pete Hojnicki said. “With a drone, we can see in moments what could take hours to find during a ground search.” The department plans to buy one drone for multiple operators this year.
Bike Patrol
Highland police officers will be back on bicycles in the parks, on the trails and at widely attended community events. After abandoning summer bike patrols in favor of an all-terrain vehicle, Chief Pete Hojnicki said the department found that there is a need for both. “Bicycles allow us to move more easily through crowds, providing officers with visibility to react in every situation,” he said. The plan is to purchase two to four bikes that will be in use beginning this spring.
Regional Swat Team
The department will join the Northwest Indiana Regional SWAT Team to provide another level of safety should the need arise. Personnel will be equipped and train with other communities already involved with the unit.
Technology
The Highland Police Department has solved major cases using License Plate Readers and Intersection Cameras throughout town and will ramp up technology-driven policing to fight crime.
Highland Police Department
Address
3315 Ridge Road
Highland, IN 46322
Non-emergency telephone
(219) 660-0001
HPD administration
(219) 838-3184
FAX
(219) 972-5095
Mission & Vision
Members of the Highland Police Department’s sworn and civilian staff, its Commission, and its civilian volunteers are dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for the citizens of our community by providing a superior level of service and protection in the most effective and efficient manner.
We value open communication, citizen participation, honesty, fairness, unity, and teamwork.
Emergency Contacts
The Highland Police Department Emergency Contact Service is designed to save precious seconds when it matters most. Police urge seniors and those who have a handicap or disability to be proactive. The process is simple. Fill out a form that lists a trusted contact. Individuals on the form should be able to respond quickly in emergency situations with a key to the residence. Click here to download an emergency contact form.
Crime Watch
This program involves the community along with the police department to take offensive action against crime and other social problems. You can help our police department by becoming a concerned citizen and informing the police of anything that involves actual or potential criminal activities or danger. Valuable information can be provided by you since you are many times the only one in the position to know or observe what is occurring. Keeping Highland safe from crime and other problems should be everybody's goal. We all want to enjoy a peaceful community free of crime. Community policing through Neighborhood Watch will make our town a better and safer place to live.
Please note: Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, public meetings have been canceled until further notice.
Bike Path Safety
Since an on-demand crossing light was installed on 45th Street at the bike trail, pedestrians, bikeriders and skateboarders have never been safer. The non-traditional traffic lighting system – known as a Hawk Beacon – is just one of the safeguards in place to keep trails and paths throughout town worry-free. Click here to learn more.
License Plate Violations
State law requires residents moving into the state must acquire Indiana registration plates for their vehicles within 60 days (or sooner if their plates are expiring) of moving into the state. Click here to learn more.
Speed Control Sign
Having received a very positive response from the public in regards to our mobile traffice speed sign, the Highland Police Department now has four signs that are placed in areas of concern. Data collected from the device is used to establish days/times for traffic reinforcement, thus, placing police resources when and where they need to be to deal with problem drivers. Please email Cmdr. John Banasiak at [email protected]
or call (219) 838-3184 x 3304 for a suggested site near you.
Vacation Home Check
The Highland Police Department and our VIPS will keep an eye on your house while you are away. To activate the vacation home check system, simply call the department at (219) 838-3184 and let us know when you’ll be away. Please let us know if you have a house sitter. We also need a contact name and phone number of an individual who has a key along with the makes and models of vehicles that may be in the driveway while you are away.