City of Warren, MI

Senior Fraud Prevention

When the weather gets warmer, con artists attempt to swindle unsuspecting seniors out of their savings.
Here is some helpful information to help keep you safe and your money in your pocket!
Be wary of anyone that approaches your home and says: “I was just in the neighborhood,” and then he/she...

• wants to sell you a security system because of burglaries.

• wants to inspect your water, plumbing or furnace.

• tells you that a portion of your home or property
is unsafe and needs immediate repair.

• tells you that you are receiving a refund from the water department or other utility.

• represents themselves as a representative of ANY utility company or city department.

This kind of sales approach is standard practice for scam artists, who prey particularly on older persons.

Tips to follow:

• NEVER let anyone in your house.

• Always ask for photo identification. Any legitimate person will not be offended and will freely display it.

• Never go out of your house with them so they can show you what needs to be fixed.

• While you are outside with one, another con artist is inside cleaning you out.

• Don’t feel pressured into signing any work order or contract quickly. A genuine good deal will still be there tomorrow. If you believe that you may have become a victim, notify the police immediately and file a report. If you are suspicious of a person who is at your house, call 911 immediately. For more information, call Warren police at (586) 574-4700.

D.A.R.E. Program

Watch for up coming events. Warren's DARE Program is taught by Officers Kevin Barnhill and Jodi Walny. They  can be reached at (586) 574-4779 Contributions to D.A.R.E. can be forwarded to the Warren Police Headquarters 29900 Civic Center Drive Warren, Michigan 48093

Police FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
A: You may obtain a copy of a police report by going to the Records Bureau located on the second floor of the Warren Police Headquarters. The reports are available:
The Records Counter: 8:30am- 4:00pm Monday-Friday.
Reports are normally available 3 working days after completion, unless there is an on going investigation. You may contact the Records Bureau at (586) 574-4760 prior to confirm the report’s availability.

Q: How do I file an accident report?
A: To file an accident report for a vehicular accident that occurred on a roadway with in the City of Warren, both drivers must report to the front desk of the station at the same time. Please bring your driver’s license, vehicle registration and proof of insurance. Officers are available 24 hours a day seven days a week to take a report. You will be provided with a police report number that is required by most insurance companies. Reports can also be collected from: www.docview.us.com and www.clemis.org.

Q: How do I get fingerprinted?
A: You must be a Warren resident to be fingerprinted. You may be fingerprinted at the Records Bureau located on the second floor of the Warren Police Headquarters. This service is provided Monday through Friday 8:30- 11 a.m., 1- 4 p.m. There may be a fee depending on the type of fingerprint forms that you require.

Q: How do I obtain a permit to purchase a handgun?
A: Warren residents may apply for a permit to purchase a handgun at the Records Bureau counter.
Monday- Friday: 8:30- 11 a.m., 1- 4 p.m.
Please contact the Records Bureau at (586) 574- 4760 for additional questions and requirements.

Q: I was the victim of a crime. How do I file a report?
A: If you were the victim of an assaultive crime, respond to the front desk of the Warren Police Headquarters. Officers are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to complete a report. If you were required to seek medical attention as a result of injuries sustained, please bring your medical paperwork so that it may be documented.

If you were the victim of a property crime, please bring a complete description of the property stolen/damaged. This includes physical description, model numbers, serial numbers and value.

For all crimes, officers will request information as to the date, time and location of the incident. Also try to provide information of any witnesses or suspects you may have to the incident.

Q: I am going out of town. Can I ask that the Police Department make checks on my residence while I’m away?
A: Yes. You may ask the Warren Police Department to do increased patrol checks of your residence. Contact the police front desk and advise the officer of your situation. You will be asked to provide the dates that you will be gone and contact information in case we need to reach you. It is also a good idea to provide additional information such as whether lights will be on timers, there will be any cars left in driveways or if any friends or relatives have permission to be there during your absence.

Concealed Weapon Permits Information

City of Warren residents can obtain a Concealed Pistol License Application Kit from the front desk of the Warren Police Department, which is located at 29900 Civic Center Drive- north of 12 Mile Road and east of Van Dyke, during normal business hours. Call 574-4700.

For information on gun registration in the city of Warren, please call (586) 574-4757 or (586) 574-4753 during normal business hours.

CCW permits are NOT issued by the city.

For further information from Macomb County CLICK HERE.

For information from the State of Michigan CLICK HERE.