As with all Police Departments in the State of Michigan, the 911 emergency response system is the quickest route to emergency aid. Use of the 911 system is reserved to report a serious crime in progress or just occurred, or a life threatening situation such as a medical emergency, fire or car accident involving a personal injury. For all non-emergency situations contact the appropriate Park Office or facility.

Police Leadership

Michael Reese, Chief of Police
13000 High Ridge Drive
Brighton, MI 48114
(810) 227-2757 or (800) 477-2757

Joseph Wieczorek, Administrative Lieutenant
13000 High Ridge Drive
Brighton, MI 48114
(810) 227-2757 Ext. 6038

James Belmonte, Eastern District Lieutenant
Lake St. Clair – Stony Creek – Wolcott Mill Metroparks
c/o 4300 Main Park Road
Shelby Township, MI 48316
(586) 781-4242

Richard Conrad, Southern District Lieutenant
Lake Erie – Lower Huron – Oakwoods –  Willow Metroparks
23200 South Huron Road
New Boston, MI 48164
(810) 227-2757 Ext. 6603

Dale Alexander, Western District Lieutenant
Delhi – Dexter-Huron – Hudson Mills – Huron Meadows – Indian Springs – Kensington Metroparks
2240 West Buno Road
Milford, MI 48380
(248) 685-1561

How do I report an emergency or injury?

As with all Police Departments in the State of Michigan, the 911 emergency response system is the quickest route to emergency aid. Use of the 911 system is reserved to report a serious crime in progress or that has just occurred, or a life threatening situation such as a medical emergency, fire or car accident involving a personal injury. For all non-emergency situations contact the appropriate Park Office or facility.

How do I report information about a crime?

All crimes should be reported to the Metropark Police Department either by calling 911, contacting the appropriate Park Office or speaking directly to an officer on patrol.

How do I file a police report?

If you are in immediate danger call 911 or ask a nearby park patron or employee for help. If you are not in immediate danger but wish to report the incident, call the appropriate Park Office or come to the Park Office during their business hours. This should be done as soon as possible after the incident to preserve evidence.

How do I report trail hazards and damage?

All trail hazards can be reported to any park employee within the park or the local Park Office. Any life threatening hazard (down power line, sink hole on the trail etc.) should be reported through 911 or the appropriate Park Office.

Are fishing licenses required?

Yes, all state rules and regulations apply. Go to www.michigan.gov/dnr to view the Michigan Fishing Guide and obtain license and season information.

Is hunting allowed in the Metroparks?

Hunting and/or trapping is not permitted in any of the Metroparks.

Are snowmobiles/ORVs allowed in the Metroparks?

Snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles are prohibited in the Metroparks.

Do you have a lost and found?

Yes, we have lost and found department at the park offices. If you are seeking to register a lost item or check to see if an item has been found, contact the appropriate Park Office. If the wish to make a police report regarding a lost item; contact a police officer at the park that the item was lost at and set up a time/date to make your report. Reports are not taken over the phone.

How do I recover or claim property?

All stolen or lost property should be reported to the Metropark Police Department either at the appropriate Park Office or the nearest facility. At that time a report will be taken and if and when the property is recovered the owner will be notified. If you are seeking to pick up found or held property contact the Park Office to schedule a time to do so with the property officer. Property will only be released to the person who is named by the releasing officer. The individual must have identification at the time of release. If the person named is unavailable to pick up their property, they can name an alternate person to pick it up depending upon the circumstances.

How do I obtain a copy of a police report?

To obtain a copy of a Police Report, please refer to the Police Reports section of this website.

How do I get an impounded vehicle released?

All vehicles are towed by private tow companies to be kept in locked and secured facilities. Only the Metropark Police Department can release a vehicle once that vehicle has been towed. The owner must contact the local Park Office where the vehicle was towed from to obtain the proper release forms in order to pick up the vehicle.

Where must an individual pay traffic tickets?

Tickets must be paid either in person or by mail at the designated District Court. If you need court information, such as the address or phone number, refer to the citation itself or contact the appropriate Park Office to obtain that information.

Does the police department assist with keys locked in my car?

Yes, the Police Officers will assist you with a lockout within the park. You will be asked to sign a waiver. Contact the Park Office to request assistance.

What if I have a complaint against a police officer?

Make contact with the supervisor on duty at the designated park. If the supervisor is unable to resolve the matter to your satisfaction, you may file an official written complaint. Your complaint will be investigated, and you will be notified of the results of your complaint.

How to report an emergency or incident:

As with all Police Departments in the State of Michigan, the 911 emergency response system is the quickest route to emergency aid. Use of the 911 system is reserved to report a serious crime in progress, or just occurred or a life threatening situation such as a medical emergency, fire or car accident involving a personal injury. For all non-emergency situations contact the appropriate Park Office or attended facility.

How to obtain a copy of a report/traffic accident reports:

Please call the park where your accident occurred to see if the report is completed and available. If available, copies of traffic accident reports can be purchased online at payments.clemis.org/extservices/. If you wish to receive a copy of the report by mail; mail your request with the report number, name of person involved, date and location of the incident, $5 money order or certified check and a self-addressed, business-size envelope to the attention of the Police Department at the appropriate park:

Stony Creek & Wolcott Mill Metropark 4300 Main Park Rd. Shelby Twp., MI 48316 586-781-4242	Lake St.Clair Metropark 3100 Metro Parkway, P.O. Box 46905 Mount Clemens, MI 48046 586-463-4581
Lower Huron, Oakwoods & Willow Metropark 17845 Savage Rd. Belleville, MI 48111 734-697-9181	Lake Erie Metropark 32481 W. Jefferson, P.O. Box 120 Brownstown, MI 48173 734-379-5020
Kensington & Indian Springs Metropark 2240 W. Buno Rd. Milford, MI 48380 248-685-1561	Hudson Mills, Huron Meadows, Delhi & Dexter Huron Metropark 8801 N. Territorial Rd., P.O. Box 337 Dexter, MI 48130 734-426-8211

Incident Reports

Please contact the park that the incident occurred at to obtain the report and/or see if the report is completed and available. If you wish to receive a copy of the report by mail; mail your request with the report number, name of person involved, date and location of the incident, $5 money order or certified check and a self-addressed, business-size envelope to the attention of the Police Department at the appropriate park (see above).

Please note that a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request may be required to obtain copies of certain documents. Certain information, governed by state and federal privacy laws, is always removed from the report prior to copying. This may include, but is not limited to, phone numbers, witness information, suspect information (until a case is completely adjudicated), and medical data.