MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Benson Police Department is to provide the highest level of service while protecting the rights of all persons within the city to be free from criminal acts, to be secure in their possessions, and to live in peace. The department shall provide fair, honest, impartial enforcement of all laws with a proactive team-oriented approach. Members will maintain a high standard of excellence, integrity and professionalism, through selflessness, dedication and training. Through these means, department members will ensure respect for human dignity, trust and pride in the department and the community.

 

A Message From The Chief

As your Chief of Police, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the official web site of the Benson Police Department. We have 10 sworn officers; seven of which are full time and three are employed part time. These officers serve a population of approximately 3,400. They patrol the community twenty-four hours per day / seven days per week.

We appreciate your interest, and encourage you to visit us here often. By choosing to explore this site, you are showing the commendable desire to be more knowledgeable concerning your police department and the individuals who provide for your safety and security.

The men and women of the Benson Police Department are not the sole guardians of law and order in our community. All citizens of this community are "stakeholders" in its well being. As stakeholders we are all responsible for paying attention to the problems that challenge every one of us on a daily basis. We must work together in partnership to successfully deal with these challenges in order to keep the Benson community safe and secure.

This web site provides you with a variety of information concerning the police department. You will find employee contact information, our most recent crime statistics, information about the structure of our organization, and pages about special programs we offer. We invite your comments, and look forward to continuing to work with you to create a dynamic future for Benson by making your home, your workplace, and this community a better place to live.

I welcome your comments! I may be reached by email at chief.pd@co.swift.mn.us or by telephone at (320) 843-4790.

Thank you for your support of the Benson Police Department!


James M. Crace
Chief of Police


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