West Midlands Police
West Midlands Police is the second largest police force in England, serving a diverse metropolitan county with a commitment to community safety.
Company facts
- Founded
- 1974
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom
- CEO
- Craig Guildford
About
West Midlands Police is the territorial police force responsible for policing the metropolitan county of West Midlands in England. Established on 1 April 1974, the force was created by merging several smaller constabularies, including Birmingham City Police and West Midlands Constabulary, and incorporates a diverse area covering approximately 348 square miles (900 km²) with a population of around 2.93 million residents. This includes significant urban areas such as Birmingham, Coventry, and Wolverhampton, as well as the Black Country. The primary mission of West Midlands Police is to serve and protect communities by preventing and investigating crime, maintaining public order, and providing an effective response to emergency situations. The force is organized into ten Local Policing Units (LPUs), supported by specialized teams that handle serious crimes, traffic enforcement, and firearms incidents. The Chief Constable, Craig Guildford, oversees the operations, ensuring safety and security within the jurisdiction.