4th Police District

District Phone Directory Community Relations Officer 215.389-8864 Crime Prevention Officer 215.686-3043 Victim Assistance Officer 215.685-1675 Sanitation Enforcement Officer 215.686-3043

The 4th Police District District is located on the first floor and basement of a City of Philadelphia owned building located on the southwest corner of 11th and Wharton Streets in South Philadelphia. The 4th District has been in this building, which it has shared with the 3rd District since 1960. The 4th District comprises a geographic area of approximately 6.1 square miles bounded by Tasker Street, the Philadelphia Naval Ship Yard, Broad Street and the Delaware River. According to 1990 census figures, population totals are approximately 45,566: Caucasion 86%, African American 7%, Asian 6%, Other 1%.

Within the confines of the 4th District you will find the Sport's Complex, which includes the Veteran's Stadium, First Union Center, and the First Union Spectrum. The 4th District also has six (6) major business areas and the Phila. Regional Produce Center with a truck port, which services interstate truck commerce. Methodist Hospital is located at 2301 South Broad St.

The 4th District is commanded by a Captain and consists of four (4) separate squads, each commanded by a Lieutenant. Three squads can be classified as line squads, the other squad, Five Squad, provides administrative support, as well as, specialized patrol.

The 4th District has developed a good relationship with the members of our community. The 4th District's Police Community Relation's Officer is involved in various programs; such as, maintaining an ongoing Townwatch liaison and updating the training program as needed. He presents crime prevention talks for all interested groups; hosts monthly Police District Advisory Committee meetings; visits schools with our "Officer Friendly" program, and arranges and hosts our annual Christmas party for children in need.