Police Department
Central Police Department
Serving the Town of Central 24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year
The Central Police Department is committed to providing professional law enforcement services to the Town of Central 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our mission is to protect life and property, preserve the peace, enforce the law, and build lasting partnerships with the community we proudly serve.
Our department is guided by our 3D Motto:
- Duty
- Dedication
- Determination
These core values reflect our commitment to providing exceptional public service with integrity, professionalism, and compassion.
Department Organization
The Central Police Department is comprised of 19 sworn officers, 4 reserve officers, 1 civilian employee, and 1 department chaplain. Together, our team works diligently to ensure the safety and well-being of our citizens.
Leadership & Staff
Our department includes:
- Chief of Police
- Patrol Lieutenant
- Two Patrol Sergeants
- Administrative Sergeant
- Detective
- Two School Resource Officers
- Code Enforcement Officer
- Ten Patrol Officers (to include patrolman, traffic, and K9)
- Victim Advocate
- Department Chaplain
Every member of the Central Police Department plays a vital role in delivering quality police services, fostering community trust, and maintaining a safe environment for residents, businesses, and visitors.
We are honored to serve the Town of Central with professionalism, accountability, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.
Contact Info
Phone: (864) 639-4020 Fax: (864) 639-2610
Street Address
1067 West Main Street Central, SC 29630-0549
Mailing Address
PO Box 549 Central, SC 29630-0549 Email: police@cityofcentral.org
Police Staff
Chief of Police
A Message from the Chief of Police:
It is my honor and privilege to serve the citizens of the Town of Central alongside the dedicated men and women of the Central Police Department. Every day, we put on this badge with one purpose—to protect and serve our community with integrity, professionalism, and compassion.
Our department is guided by our 3D Motto: Duty, Dedication, and Determination. These are more than just words; they are the principles that shape every decision we make and every call we answer. We are committed to serving our community with unwavering dedication, standing ready 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
At the Central Police Department, we believe we are more than coworkers—we are family. We support one another through challenges, celebrate successes together, and remain united in our mission to make Central a safe place to live, work, and raise a family. That same sense of family extends beyond our department to every citizen we have the privilege of serving.
Thank you for the trust you place in us. We remain committed to earning that trust each day through our actions, our service, and our dedication to this community.
Chief Steve Thompson
sthompson@cityofcentral.org
The Town of Central Police Department is committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our citizens through professionally supported and trained police officers. Officers strive to provide an environment that will allow citizens to live and work in a safe and secure community.
If you are witnessing a crime in progress or are experiencing an emergency, please dial 911.