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About Duke Police

After leaving his native country of Iraq, Marwan Mohammed is grateful for his new home

A Proud Guardian of Duke

Free mobile app offers real-time, two-way communication between Duke community members and the Duke University Police Department

Keeping Campus Safe: How the Duke Police Department Can Help You

Behavioral assessment teams work to identify, address potential concerns

Duke's Team Approach to Keeping Campus Safe

Online Reporting

The Duke Police offers a way to report non-emergencies online, including thefts, vandalism suspicious activity and inappropriate behaviors. But, if a crime is in progress or if you have an emergency to report, always dial 911.

Online Reporting

LiveSafe Safety App

Duke LiveSafe is a free mobile app that offers real-time, two-way communication between Duke community members and the Duke University Police Department.

LiveSafe Safety App

Statistics

The Duke University Police Department maintains and provides daily and weekly summaries of all reported campus crimes.

Statistics

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Complaints & Commendations

Duke Police wishes to recognize instances when our employees have been especially helpful or have exceeded expectations in services provided, but also reviews allegations of misconduct to assure professional conduct.

Submit a Commendation

Submit a Complaint

Crime Prevention Education

Safety Tips & Resources

Safety and security is a shared responsibility at Duke. Learn more about simple precautions you can take to stay safe.

Safety Videos

Watch these Duke Police safety videos:

Safety Presentations

The Crime Prevention Unit conducts safety presentation and workshops for students, staff and faculty.

Learn more and schedule us for a workshop

Popular Services

Lost & Found

Cell phones, keys and wallets are among the common items that get dropped off at lost and found collections across Duke, including at the Duke University Police Department.

Check the DUPD lost and found.

Fingerprinting

Fingerprinting services are provided by Duke police for students, staff and faculty who require security clearance for certain campus areas or background checks to obtain medical and law board licenses.

Learn more about DUPD's fingerprinting services

Personal Property Engraving

To help students, staff and faculty protect personal property such as laptops, iPhones and bicycles, the crime prevention unit offers free engraving services.

Schedule an engraving session

Careers at Duke: Duke University Campus Police Department

With roughly 70 officers on staff, Duke Police provides safety and security for Duke University and its Health System. As a member of the department, officers have access to a variety of benefits and professional development opportunities.

DUPD Employment