From the Chief...

As Chief of Police for the City of Anderson I am proud to represent the 87 sworn officers and 43 civilian personnel who are dedicated and committed to providing the highest level of service, security, safety, and protection to the residents living, working, and recreating in our great city.

In order to ensure the Anderson Police Department is operating at the highest level of efficiency, effectiveness, and professionalism, the Department has embarked on a journey to attain South Carolina State Accreditation. Accreditation is no easy process that is completed in a few weeks or months. The process is time consuming and requires the commitment of dedicated personnel. But with accreditation comes a seal of approval signaling that the Department's administration, operations, and management have achieved a level of credibility, accountability, and professionalism.

While pursuing excellence through accreditation, the department continues to develop partnerships with community, government, educational, and business leaders through the Community Oriented Policing (COP) concept in order to address issues of concern for our citizens. Through COP the Department will have a visible presence in Anderson neighborhoods and a close working relationship with community leaders and citizens.

Chief Martin Brown