Mission Statement
The mission of the Metropolitan Police Department, City of St. Louis is to protect, serve and assist citizens when conditions arise that may affect the well-being of the individual or the community. Cooperating with others in the community, officers will work to prevent and detect crime, protect life and property, and achieve a peaceful society, free from the fear of crime and disorder. Members of the Department will strive continually for excellence and maintain the peace through lawfulness, diversity, service, integrity, leadership and fair treatment to all.
Vision Statement
The Metropolitan Police Department, City of St. Louis strives to rid the community of crime and public disorder while maintaining the highest standards of excellence in policing and delivering quality service to our community. We will achieve this by utilizing advanced training for officers and the implementation of cutting edge technology to create a safe environment for our citizens and visitors.