London District Police Service

Metropolitan Police Service is dedicated to building strong, collaborative relationships with the diverse communities it serves across London, aiming to foster trust, confidence, and public safety. Through proactive engagement, neighbourhood policing, and partnership-led initiatives, the force seeks to understand the unique needs and concerns of residents, businesses, and visitors, ensuring that their voices are heard and their safety remains a priority.

The force’s primary objective is to reduce crime and protect the public across London, employing a range of strategies including high-visibility patrols, intelligence-led operations, targeted investigations, and preventative interventions. It is committed to tackling the root causes of crime—such as serious violence, exploitation, and organised criminality—while addressing issues including anti-social behaviour and substance misuse. By embracing innovation, modern technology, and data-driven policing methods, the Metropolitan Police Service aims to build a resilient, confident city where crime is reduced and communities can thrive free from fear and harm.

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Response Policing

Attend 999 calls, respond to emergencies, and protect the public.

Roads Policing

Traffic enforcement, pursuits, collision response, and motorway patrols.

Specialist Operations

Firearms, tactical support, and high‑risk incident response.

Neighbourhood Policing

Community‑focused policing, engagement, and local problem solving.

Roads Crime Team

Target organised crime, vehicle crime, and high‑risk offenders.

Armed Response

Specialist firearms officers responding to high‑risk and armed incidents.

Dog Section

Highly trained police dogs supporting searches, tracking, and public order.