Mission Statement

The Berwyn Police Department is an organization comprised of people with integrity, committed to providing total quality police service to the community in an honest, fair, professional and courteous manner.  Recognizing the changing and diverse needs of the community, the Berwyn Police Department promotes and encourages a policy of professional and individual excellence which is delivered and enhanced by continuing education and training.  Our professionalism will forge a partnership with the community, which is based upon effective communication, confidence, mutual trust and a commitment to improve and maintain the quality of life and to provide for the safety and welfare of our citizens.  This mission is accomplished through our experienced and knowledgeable employees, who represent our most important resource. (Read More)

Click here to view the Berwyn Police Department website

Location:                                                                                                   

6401 31st Street, Berwyn, IL 60402                                                                           

Useful Numbers: 

• Non-Emergency - 708-795-5600
• Crime Tip Hotline - 708-749-6564
• Report Graffiti  - 708-795-5600
• Emergency 9-1-1

Useful Links: 

• File an Online Police Report
• File a FOIA Record Request with the Berwyn Police Department
• Pay a Ticket 
• Sign Up for Emergency Notification Alerts 
• Crime Stats 
• Animal Control Request Form 

Due to ongoing construction at the Berwyn Police Department Red Light Court has been moved to Berwyn City Hall Council Chambers (6700 W. 26th Street). 

View 2024 Red Light Court Dates

Red Light Camera Data: Please note that the availability of statistical analysis reports is contingent on crash data being released to the public by the Illinois Department of Transportation.

Red Light Camera Locations: 

The City of Berwyn currently has two active photo-enforcement cameras for northbound and westbound traffic at the intersection of Harlem Avenue and Cermak Road.

• Harlem/Cermak - 1 Year 
• Harlem/Cermak - 3 Year FE
• Harlem/Cermak -1 Year FE 
• Harlem/Cermak - 3 Year Analysis 
• Harlem/Cermak - RLR 3 Year Follow Up 
• Harlem/Cermak - RLR 3 Year Follow-Up Evaluation Report - June 2022
• Harlem/Cermak - RLR Follow-Up Evaluation Report -February 2024
• Ogden/ Harlem - Statistical Analysis 

Fire & Police Commission: The City of Berwyn Board of Fire and Police Commission evaluates and appoints all sworn officers and members of the City's Fire and Police Departments, and are responsible for their promotion and discipline. Click HERE to learn more.

Become a Police Officer:

The Berwyn Police Department is currently accepting applications for Police Officer positions until May 3, 2023 at 4:00 PM. For more information and to obtain an application, please visit the Berwyn Police Department's Website.  You are invited to attend an Orientation on Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 11:00 AM. BPD administration, staff, and Union representatives will be available to answer questions. 

Police Sergeants Promotional Candidate List:

• 2022 Police Sergeant Candidates List

Police Department Lateral Entry List:

• October 2022 Police Department Lateral Entry List