Lackawanna Public Safety Department

Welcome to the Lackawanna Public Safety Department

Located at 714 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, New York, the Lackawanna Public Safety Department is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of our community. As a local government office, we strive to provide essential services and support to all residents and businesses in Lackawanna.

988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

We are pleased to inform you about the 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, a FREE service available across the United States. If you or someone you know is experiencing mental health distress, including thoughts of suicide, substance-use crises, or emotional distress, you can connect with a trained crisis counselor by calling or texting 988. This service offers interpretation in over 150 languages, ensuring accessibility for everyone.

Police Reform and Collaborative Plan

In response to New York State Executive Order No. 203, the City of Lackawanna has developed a Police Reform and Collaborative Plan. We invite you to review the plan, available on the City of Lackawanna website. Your feedback is invaluable as we work together to enhance our community's safety and service delivery.

Community Safety and Support

We are deeply committed to addressing incidents of violence and ensuring accurate communication with the public. We extend our support to all affected individuals and remain transparent about ongoing investigations, such as the unfortunate incident involving Mr. RJ Bevilacqua.

Emergency Preparedness and CodeRED Notification System

As part of our commitment to public safety, we encourage residents and businesses to sign up for CodeRED, an emergency notification system. This service allows emergency officials to notify you via phone, text, email, and social media about urgent and time-sensitive information, including AMBER alerts, hazardous conditions, and evacuation notices. To learn more and sign up, please visit our website.

Contact Us

For any questions or additional information, please contact our Public Safety Director, John Wolf, at publicsafety@lackny.com or call 716-827-6418. Our office is located at Room 213, 714 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY 14218. Phone: (716) 827-6473 | Fax: (716) 827-6434.

Thank you for visiting the Lackawanna Public Safety Department. We are here to serve and protect our community with dedication and transparency.