Police Department
Warren Police Department Mission Statement
To serve the community and protect the lives, rights, and property of all people in the City of Warren with integrity, equality, and justice.
Value Statement
The core values of the Warren Police Department are
Integrity
Integrity, the adherence to moral and ethical principles and the consistency of honest and dedicated actions, is our standard. We strive to earn the trust and respect of those whom we serve and work with. We do what is right at all times because it is the right thing to do.
Professionalism
All members of the Department will conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with professional standards for performance, both on duty and off duty. These standards include adherence to our mission statement and other core values. We perform our roles ethically and with integrity as we represent the Warren Police Department, regardless of the circumstances. We hold each other and ourselves accountable to these standards.
Employees
We value all who demonstrate self-motivation, dedication, and pride in their work and performance, along with the strength to adhere to what is right in all instances and actions.
Courage
Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather its mastery. We will remain courageous in our actions. We recognize that there are two types of courage: physical and moral. Physical courage is recognizing danger to oneself or to others, but persisting in our duty regardless. Moral courage is the adherence to principle, integrity, and dedication, no matter how easy it may be to do otherwise. It is putting character ahead of expediency and putting what is right ahead of what may be popular.
Respect
Respect means that we treat each other and the communities we serve as we would like to be treated: with compassion and dignity. Within the Department, we strive to ensure all members are supported and empowered, regardless of rank or position. Outside of the Department, we strive to partner with the communities we serve through transparency, accountability, and building mutual trust. We recognize that respect, as a value, must permeate every police action we undertake.
Police Department Phone Numbers
Police Department (non-emergency) (586) 574-4700
Office of the Commissioner (586) 574-4803
Criminal Investigations (586) 574-4810
Family Investigations (586) 574-4762
Special Investigation (Drug Unit) (586) 574-4837
Records Dept. (586) 574-4760
Animal Control (586) 574-4806
Traffic/Accident Investigation (586) 574-4870
Detention/Prisoner Information (586) 574-4844
For information on the 37th District Court, including how to remotely view court proceedings, please visit 37thdistrictcourt.net.
Commissioner Hawkins started with the Warren Police Department on December 2, 2024 after serving as a Chief of Police in police departments in Michigan and New York. Commissioner Hawkins has demonstrated a commitment to cutting-edge crime prevention and community policing principles throughout his career. He has successfully implemented several programs that helped make police operations much more impactful. Commissioner Hawkins is committed to helping to ensure that the City of Warren is the safest city in the country with a police department that has an unmatched positive relationship with the community it serves.
Commissioner Hawkins started his career with the Southfield, Michigan Police Department in 1990, starting as a Police Cadet and appointed as a sworn police officer in 1991. His assignments included School Resource Officer, Certified Police Bicyclist, oversight of the department’s tactical unit, command of the downtown sub-station, and oversight of all community policing programs. He rose through the ranks and was appointed Southfield’s Police Chief in October of 2012. As Southfield’s Chief, he oversaw dramatic decreases in crime as well as the creation of Citizen and Youth Police Academies. Commissioner Hawkins also created a Police Chief’s Citizens Advisory Board.
Commissioner Hawkins retired from Southfield and was sworn in as Albany, New York’s 25th Police Chief on September 7, 2018. During his tenure in Albany, he prioritized strengthening police-community relations, the health and wellness of employees, and the recruitment and retention of personnel. Commissioner Hawkins oversaw the implementation of several new community-oriented programs in Albany, including a paid Police Cadet program, an internationally-recognized Police Therapy Dog Program, and the Community Liaison Partnership (CLP) – a program that allowed city residents to help train police academy recruits. Additionally, Commissioner Hawkins oversaw the acquisition of a new police training center facility, infrastructure updates to Police Headquarters and the Communications Center, and the integration of certified social workers into police operations.
Commissioner Hawkins earned a Juris Doctor from Cooley Law School, a Master of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University, a Bachelor of Science in Public Administration from Central Michigan University, and an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration from Oakland Community College. He is a graduate of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy Session 234, FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Seminar Session 80, the FBI Command Institute for Police Executives, Eastern Michigan University’s School of Police Staff and Command, and Central Michigan University’s Law Enforcement and School Liaison Program Institute.
Commissioner Hawkins’ professional affiliations include: International Association of Chiefs of Police, FBI National Academy Associates, FBI Law Enforcement Executive Development Association, National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives, Police Executive Research Forum, and the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.
Charles Rushton – Deputy Commissioner
Captain Charles Rushton has been with the Warren Police Department since August of 1999. Deputy Commissioner Rushton received an Associates Degree in Criminal Justice from Macomb Community College. He is a graduate of Northwestern University Center for Public Safety School of Police Staff and Command. Deputy Commissioner Rushton has worked as a Patrol Officer, Community Policing Officer, Field Training Officer, Undercover Officer in the Special Investigation Unit, a Detective Corporal in the Special Victims Division, Criminal Investigations Division, Special Operations and Special Investigations Division. A Patrol Sergeant and Executive Lieutenant of patrol division, Captain of the Patrol Bureau before being appointed to Deputy Commissioner.
Captain Paul Houtos – Professional Standards Bureau
Captain Paul Houtos was hired by the Warren Police Department in August of 2002. Captain Houtos began his service in Law Enforcement in 1996 when he joined the Detroit Police Department. Captain Houtos attended Central Michigan University.
Since joining WPD, Captain Houtos has worked the following assignments – Patrol Officer, Detention Officer, Field Training Officer, Detective Corporal in the Criminal Investigation Division, Squad 1 Major Crimes, and the Macomb Auto Theft Squad, Patrol Sergeant, Detective Sergeant in both the Special Victims Unit and Criminal Investigations Division, Internal Affairs Lieutenant, Patrol Lieutenant, and Lieutenant of the Training Division prior to being promoted to the Captain of the Professional Standards Bureau.
As Captain of the Professional Standards Bureau, he serves as the Accreditation Manager for the Michigan Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission accreditation program. Captain Houtos is also responsible for the Training Division, Hiring and Recruiting, Communication Center, Records Division, the Officer Wellness Program as well as any Special Projects.
Captain James Wolfe – Police Administration
Captain James Wolfe has been with the Warren Police Department since August of 2001. Captain Wolfe earned his Associate’s Degree of Science in Law Enforcement from Macomb Community College and a Bachelor’s Degree of Leadership in Public Safety from Baker College. Additionally, Captain Wolfe is a graduate of the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command. Captain Wolfe has worked as a Detention Officer, Patrol Officer, Field Training Officer, Major Crimes Detective Corporal in the Special Victims Division and Criminal Investigations Division, Corporal in the Training Division, Sergeant in Road Patrol, Sergeant in Technical Services Division, and Lieutenant of Internal Affairs Division before being appointed to Captain of the Administration Bureau. Captain Wolfe currently oversees the department’s fiscal and budgetary issues, computer services, and emergency management.
Captain Matthew Dillenbeck- Patrol Services Bureau
Captain Matthew Dillenbeck joined the Warren Police Department in 2003. Captain Dillenbeck earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Criminal Justice from Wayne State University and previously served in the United States Army/Army National Guard and the Detroit Police Department. Captain Dillenbeck has worked as a Patrol Officer, Detective/Corporal in the Criminal and Special Investigation Division, Lieutenant and Sergeant in the Special Investigations/Special Operations Unit, Road Patrol Lieutenant and Sergeant, and member of the Special Response Team serving the last five years as the Special Response Team Commander. Captain Dillenbeck is currently the Captain of the Patrol Division.
Officer Thomas Hogue is a community police officer with a passion for building strong relationships and fostering a sense of safety and trust within the Warren, MI community. Officer Hogue is dedicated to proactive policing, problem solving, and working alongside residents to address local concerns. Officer Hogue has eight years of experience in law enforcement. Officer Hogue is involved in the Police Explorer Program, Crisis Intervention Team, Domestic Violence reduction programs, and Field Training Officer, and is always available to listen to residents’ concerns and work collaboratively to find solutions. Officer Hogue can be reached at (586) 519-8371 or thogue@warrenpd.org with any questions or concerns.
Officer Chadwick Hopkins has been in law enforcement for seven years, working multiple units such as Special Ops, fugitive apprehension, and Cease Fire to help troubled teens. He has dedicated his life to helping others and improving the everyday lives of citizens through good policing. Phone number (586) 571-3491
Officer Bryce Moon is dedicated to keeping the city of Warren safe and protected. His goal is to inspire and motivate our youth to positively impact this world.
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