Gloucester Township Police Department

What Gloucester Township Police Department does

Gloucester Township Police Department is the chartered municipal law enforcement agency for Gloucester Township, Camden County, New Jersey, a 23-square-mile jurisdiction serving approximately 66,034 residents. Organized around 1923, the department operates as a tax-funded public safety provider with no commercial revenue, deriving its operating budget from municipal appropriations and delivering service through a uniformed force of 138+ sworn officers, 38 Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEOs), 18 telecommunicators, and 13 civilian support staff.

The service platform combines traditional patrol, criminal investigations, traffic safety, and 911 dispatch with specialized units including a UAV (drone) unit equipped with thermal imaging, K-9, motorcycle, evidence technicians, and accreditation- and ADA-compliant operations. Community-program and engagement infrastructure spans an Online Police Solutions portal for online crime reporting, tip submission, and records requests; the Blue Envelope Program; the SAVE program; the Volunteers in Police Service (started 2017); and a physical Community Outreach Truck. Partnerships with the Camden County Prosecutor's Office, Gloucester Township Public Schools, the National Policing Support Association (NPS-AID), and the National Association of Town Watch (NATW) extend the department's reach into schools, neighborhoods, and community-safety networks.

The business model is a publicly funded municipal monopoly: the department is the sole legally authorized provider of policing services within township boundaries, financed through the municipal tax base and governed by the Mayor and Township Council. Recent strategic posture emphasizes service diversification (added programs, digital channels, specialty units) and executive leadership renewal, with Chief Vincent J. Minosse appointed in October 2025 alongside a new Deputy Chief and Captain. No AI-driven capabilities are disclosed; the technology stack is operational rather than analytically differentiated.

Name

Gloucester Township Police Department

Legal name

Gloucester Township Police Department

Website

https://gtpolice.com

Company type

Public

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Gloucester Township Police Department is the chartered municipal law enforcement agency for Gloucester Township, Camden County, New Jersey, serving about 66,034 residents with 138+ sworn officers, specialized units (UAV, K-9, motorcycle), and a community-engagement platform including online reporting and outreach programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Municipal Law Enforcement / Public Safety Services

NAICS

Police Protection (922120), Police Protection (92212)

akta.pro primary industry

Police Services (Patrol, Response & Community Policing) (BPAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emergency Dispatch Center Services (PSAP/911 Support, Private Dispatch) (BPAKAFAJ), Mobile Patrol & Alarm Response Services (IMAIAEAB)

Keywords

• Municipal law enforcement
• Public safety services
• Community policing
• Emergency response services
• Crime prevention programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Laurel Springs

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Public Safety Services: Tax-funded government services provided to residents at no direct charge. The department is funded through municipal budget and operates as part of Gloucester Township government.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Gloucester Township Police Department is a municipal law enforcement agency providing emergency response, patrol, criminal investigations, traffic enforcement, and community policing services to the 66,034 residents of Gloucester Township, Camden County, New Jersey. It runs an integrated web-based community engagement platform offering anonymous tip submission, camera registration, internal affairs complaint filing, online incident reporting, and emergency alert subscriptions, alongside specialized programs for residents with disabilities, substance abuse support, and youth outreach.

Product overview

The Gloucester Township Police Department operates a comprehensive community policing platform built on the Online Police Solutions network. The core offering consists of an integrated suite of web-based tools for community engagement, including an Alerts System for emergency notifications, an Anonymous Tip System for confidential crime reporting, an Internal Affairs System for complaint filing, a Camera Registration System, a Commendation System for recognizing officers, a Documents/Resource Library, a Wanted and Missing Persons System, a News and Press System, a Recruitment System, an Ask an Officer communication tool, and an Online Reporting Portal. Specialized programs include the Public Safety A.I.D. Program (disability registry), Blue Envelope Program (autistic driver support), SAVE Advocate & Support Group (substance abuse support), Community Outreach Team (mobile engagement), Citizens Police Academy (community education), Neighborhood Watch, Junior Police Academy, Safe Exchange Zone, Yellow Dot Program, and Emergency Preparedness Registry. The platform emphasizes 24/7 accessibility, confidentiality, and community partnership in law enforcement.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Alerts System BLOC alert system for viewing current and past emergency and non-emergency notifications affecting the area, with email subscription capability, used by residents to receive timely public safety updates.
• Anonymous Tip System 100% secure anonymous tip submission system allowing two-way communication with law enforcement without requiring username, login, or personal information, available to residents and the public for confidential crime reporting.
• Internal Affairs Complaint System System for filing reports regarding officer misconduct or unbecoming behavior; complaints can be submitted anonymously online by community members through the Professional Standards Unit.
• Camera Registration System Secure camera system allowing residents and businesses to submit camera information to assist law enforcement; information stored in a law enforcement-only network.
• Commendation System System for community members to recognize and commend officers for meritorious and positive community service.
• Documents and Resource Library Repository of downloadable resource documents including Internal Affairs reports, recruitment plans, complaint forms in multiple languages, firearms documents, and community resources.
• Wanted and Missing Persons System System for viewing and downloading wanted and missing persons flyers with tip submission capability.
• News and Press System News room with articles categorized by type (Crime Stoppers, Community Events, Chief Messages) plus press release distribution with email subscription.
• Recruitment System Career opportunity listings and application process for police officers, telecommunicators, special law enforcement officers, and crossing guards.
• Ask an Officer Live communication system allowing community members to ask non-emergency questions answered by sworn officers with optional public posting.
• Online Reporting Portal Portal for filing incident reports, alarm registration, property check requests, missing pet forms, emergency preparedness, and internal affairs reports.
• Public Safety A.I.D. Program Voluntary database program (formerly Special Needs Program) providing first responders with vital information about participants with disabilities or special needs during emergencies or interactions.
• Blue Envelope Program Program providing blue envelopes to autistic drivers containing license, registration, insurance, and emergency contact information to facilitate smoother traffic stops.
• SAVE Advocate and Support Group Substance Abuse Visionary Effort program providing a SAVE Advocate for those afflicted with substance use disorders and a support group for affected family members.
• Citizens Police Academy Free 14-week course providing overview of police department operations including patrol, investigations, communications, and special operations.
• Neighborhood Watch Program Program assisting citizens in forming neighborhood watch groups for community crime prevention.
• Junior Police Academy Program for youth announcing registration typically around April or May with police-related activities and education.
• Safe Exchange Zone Designated safe locations at police headquarters for conducting online marketplace transactions, monitored and accessible 24 hours.
• Yellow Dot Program Medical/emergency contact information program for placement in vehicles to assist first responders during serious motor vehicle crashes.
• Emergency Preparedness Registry Registry allowing police, fire, and first responders to be better prepared during emergencies by having access to participant information.
• Community Outreach Team and Truck Mobile community engagement unit deploying to events, parks, and neighborhoods with video games and outdoor activities for children to build police-community relationships.
• Emergency 911 Response and Patrol Services Immediate emergency police response through 911 and the 24/7 non-emergency line at 856-228-4500, with patrol officers deployed sector-wide across 23.26 square miles and handling nearly 60,000 calls for service annually.
• Investigations Bureau and Retail Theft Unit Investigations Bureau responsible for criminal case follow-up, forensics, crime scene investigation, and specialized units including the Retail Theft Unit, Fraud Unit, and Narcotics Unit.
• Traffic Services Bureau Traffic enforcement, accident investigation, and traffic safety programs including Click It or Ticket, You Drink You Drive You Lose, DWI enforcement, and mobile MVC inspection coordination.
• School Resource Officer Program School Resource Officers and educational programs including LEAD (Law Enforcement Against Drugs) and SIP (Society Improvement Program) deployed across 16 schools in Gloucester Township Public Schools and Black Horse Pike Regional School District.
• UAV/Drone Unit Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Unit consisting of a supervisor and eleven FAA Remote Certified Pilots operating Mavic drones for aerial photography, live video monitoring, FLIR video during search and rescues, missing persons location, and post-incident assessments.
• K-9 Unit Police K-9 Unit established in 1999 providing canine support for巡逻, investigations, narcotics detection, and community demonstrations.

Quantifiable outcome

• Responds to nearly 60,000 calls for service annually
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities (NPS-AID)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVoluntary program helping police and emergency personnel assist residents with disabilities by providing vital information about participants' needs during emergencies. GTPD is a local chapter promoting accessibility and special needs awareness.
• National Association of Town Watch (NATW)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational organization sponsoring National Night Out crime prevention event. GTPD co-sponsors local National Night Out activities engaging over 38 million participants nationwide.
• Camden County Prosecutor's OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCounty-level prosecutorial authority providing oversight, support, and coordination for major investigations and legal proceedings originating from GTPD.
• Camden County College Police AcademyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional police academy providing recruit training and continuing education for GTPD officers. Chief Minosse serves on the advisory board.
• Gloucester Township GovernmentcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent municipal government providing budget, human resources support, and policy oversight. Department operates under Mayor and Township Council direction.
• Gloucester Township Public SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerK-8 school district with 8 elementary and 3 middle schools; GTPD provides School Resource Officers, LEAD drug education, and SIP programs.
• New Jersey State Police / FBI National AcademyminorOthersPrestigious law enforcement leadership training program. Chief Minosse attended 257th session; Deputy Chief Stollsteimer attended 291st session.
• New Jersey Division of Highway Traffic SafetyminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency providing grants and coordination for traffic safety programs including Click It or Ticket, You Drink You Drive You Lose, and DWI enforcement.
• New Jersey Motor Vehicle CommissionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerState agency conducting mobile inspection team checkpoints and providing MVC-related enforcement coordination six times per year.
• Black Horse Pike Regional School DistrictcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRegional high school district serving 9-12 graders from Gloucester Township; GTPD provides School Resource Officers and DWI pre-prom education programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Others

• National Public Safety Alliance for Individuals with Disabilities (NPS-AID): National alliance that GTPD partners with for the Public Safety A.I.D. Program; an enabling/ecosystem peer rather than a direct competitor.
• Online Police Solutions: Vendor that powers GTPD's entire citizen-interface stack (tips, camera registry, alerts, internal affairs, online reporting); included as the enabling technology partner rather than a competitor.
• Camden County Prosecutor's Office: County-level prosecutorial authority providing oversight and coordination for major GTPD investigations; relevant as an upstream legal/justice partner in the same public-safety ecosystem.

Direct peers

• Cherry Hill Police Department: Adjacent Camden County, NJ municipal police department of comparable size and suburban population profile, providing the same mix of patrol, investigations, community policing, and school resource officer services that GTPD does.
• Washington Township Police Department (Gloucester County, NJ): South Jersey municipal police department of comparable headcount and suburban township demographics, providing overlapping patrol, community policing, and emergency dispatch services.
• Pennsauken Township Police Department: Neighboring Camden County municipal force with similar suburban population and operational scale; comparable mix of patrol, K-9, traffic, community policing, and school resource officer programs.

Regional players

• Camden County Police Department: County-level law enforcement agency operating in the same Camden County jurisdiction; provides overlapping patrol and investigative services and serves as a coordination partner through the Camden County Prosecutor's Office.

Broad incumbents

• New Jersey State Police: State-level law enforcement body operating across all of New Jersey; provides training, specialized support, and overlapping authority on highways and major cases — comparable as a broader-incumbent peer in the same policing category.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GloTwpPolice
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@GloTwpPolice
• Facebookfacebook.com/GloucesterTownshipPolice
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gloucester-township-police-department
• Instagraminstagram.com/glotwppolice
• TikToktiktok.com/@glotwppolice

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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