The Dover Police Department has released its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of service, progress, and community partnership while commemorating a historic milestone for the agency.
The report reflects on the Department’s 100th anniversary, marking a century of dedicated service to the City of Dover. Throughout 2025, the Department balanced proactive policing strategies with a continued emphasis on community engagement, reinforcing its commitment to public safety and quality of life.
Operationally, the Department maintained a strong focus on patrol, criminal investigations, and specialized enforcement efforts. Detectives achieved notable clearance rates in serious cases, including shootings, robberies, and burglaries, while proactive units conducted hundreds of investigations leading to significant arrests, drug seizures, and the recovery of illegal firearms.
The Department also responded to more than 93,000 calls for service through its Emergency Communications Center, answering over 95% of emergency calls within 10 seconds—demonstrating efficiency and responsiveness in critical moments.
Community policing remained a cornerstone of the Department’s mission. Officers participated in numerous outreach events, youth programs, and partnerships aimed at strengthening relationships with residents and improving overall quality of life. Additionally, the Behavioral Health Unit continued to play a key role in addressing mental health and substance abuse-related calls, providing specialized responses and reducing repeat incidents.
Chief Thomas A. Johnson, Jr. noted that the report reflects the professionalism and resilience of Department members. “This report highlights not only our operational successes, but also our continued commitment to the community we serve. As we move forward, we remain focused on strengthening partnerships, adapting to new challenges, and upholding the highest standards of public safety.”
The 2025 Annual Report also recognizes the achievements of Department personnel, outlines training and recruitment efforts, and provides a comprehensive overview of each unit’s contributions.
The full report is available to the public and offers an in-depth look at the Department’s efforts to enhance safety, build trust, and serve the Dover community.