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City of Hutchinson / City Services / Departments/Facilities / Police Services

Police Services

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Our Mission

To facilitate public protection from crime and provide services that enhance the safety and quality of life of the citizens.

Our Motto

Sworn to protect, proud to serve.


Message From The Chief

Hutchinson Police Services’ staff are committed to serving the residents of Hutchinson with pride, professionalism and compassion.  We employ 23 sworn officers, comprised of Patrol, Investigations and Emergency Management, along with 5 Administrative Support Staff, and 5 Community Service Officer Personnel.

We do not take your support for granted and appreciate the opportunity to serve you. Your safety continues to be our number one priority.  We continue to be proactive in our enforcement efforts to keep Hutchinson a safe community in which to live and work.

I encourage you to explore this website, to stay apprised of the various public safety information pertaining to our community.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact our department.

Chief Thomas Gifferson, Director of Police & Emergency Management, Hutchinson Police Services

214 1st Ave NE
Hutchinson, MN 55350
Email Chief Gifferson
Office: (320) 234-4290
Fax: (320) 587-6427


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