Patrol

Police Interceptor
Patrol, the largest division of the GFPD, provides the most visible and direct services to the community 24 hours a day. The word "patrol" is used here in its broadest sense. Patrol is considered to be the primary law enforcement function and embraces much more than the act of patrolling. Patrol is defined as a generalized function where officers engage in a wide variety of activities including:
  • Responding to Emergencies
  • Answering Calls for Service
  • Enforcing Traffic Laws
  • Investigating Accidents
  • Conducting Initial Criminal Investigations
 
The Police Department maintains a fleet of marked patrol vehicles. Cruisers are equipped with a Mobile Data Terminal (MDT) which is a computer linked to multiple law enforcement databases. The Police Department handles many urgent situations including:
  • Emergencies
  • Bomb Threats and Suspicious Packages
  • Car Accidents
  • Criminal Complaints
  • Domestic Disputes and Violence
  • Hazardous Road Reports (fallen trees, wires, etc.)
  • Missing Person Reports
  • Neighbor Disputes
Other departmental services include:
  • Public Record Requests
  • Lost and Found Items
  • Noise Complaints
  • Parking Complaints
  • Public Lectures and Talks
  • Ride-Along Program
  • Traffic Control for Special Events
  • Residence Checks
  • Car Seat Safety Inspections (Call for Appointment)
  • Other General Assistance
 
If you have questions about the Patrol Division, please e-mail our Patrol Commander, Lt. Kalem Kirby.

TOWN OF GRANITE FALLS IMPLEMENTS STAGE 2 MANDATORY WATER REDUCTIONS TO PROTECT LOCAL WATER SUPPLY

GRANITE FALLS, NORTH CAROLINA – Due to continued dry conditions across the region and declining water supply indicators, the Town of Granite Falls has implemented Stage 2: Mandatory Water Reductions under its Water Shortage Response Plan.

This action follows regional drought conditions identified within the Catawba-Wateree River Basin, where Stage 2 drought conditions require immediate conservation efforts to protect shared water resources and preserve drinking water availability.

Stage 2 conditions indicate that water supply levels are significantly below seasonal norms and that prolonged shortages are possible without immediate reductions in water use.

Town officials are urging all residents, businesses, and institutions to take immediate action to reduce nonessential water use.

Under Stage 2, the following restrictions are required for all Granite Falls water customers:

·         No lawn watering or irrigation is permitted

·         Watering of shrubs, trees, and flowers is limited to:

o   7:00–9:00 a.m. and 7:00–9:00 p.m.

o   Hand-held hoses with automatic shutoff nozzles only

·         Washing of driveways, sidewalks, and exterior surfaces is prohibited, except when necessary and approved

·         Restaurants may only serve water upon customer request

·         Filling of swimming pools is restricted to Wednesdays and Saturdays and requires a permit

·         All customers must eliminate unnecessary water use, including commercial and industrial operations

These restrictions build upon previously encouraged conservation measures, which are now mandatory and enforceable.