Wayne County
Melvindale Police & Fire
Non-emergency lines, reports, records and fire inspections for Melvindale, Michigan, with official links and the latest local news.
Police & Fire in Melvindale
Police
Emergency: call 911.
The Melvindale police or public safety non-emergency number is on the official website.
Official website: https://melvindale.org/
Wayne County Sheriff covers townships without their own department and runs the county jail. Michigan State Police: michigan.gov/msp.
Fire department
- Fire inspections for rentals, businesses and new construction come through the fire marshal.
- Smoke and CO detectors are required on every level; many departments give them away.
- Open burning and fireworks rules are local ordinances; check before you light anything.
Melvindale by the numbers
Public records for Melvindale, each with its source.
| Police department | Melvindale Melvindale Police Department | Source and next step FBI crime reports, 12 of the last 12 months on file. |
| Violent crimes per 1,000 people | Melvindale 4.06 | Source and next step Last 12 reported months, through September 2026. Month by month. |
| Property crimes per 1,000 people | Melvindale 9.59 | Source and next step Same reports. |
| Emergency numbers | Melvindale 911 | Source and next step Melvindale emergency numbers. |
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Police & Fire near Melvindale
Melvindale police & fire FAQ
2 questions
How do I get a police report in Melvindale?
Request it from the records division of the department that took the report, usually online or in person with ID and a small fee.
Is this an official Melvindale government page?
No. Rebuild Detroit is an independent guide. Official links on this page open the responsible office; confirm hours and fees with them.