The Murphy Police Department is proud to announce that it is starting a Volunteer in Police Services (VIPS) and Citizens on Patrol (COPS) program.  The two programs support both administrative and operational needs of the Murphy Police Department.  If you are a resident or business owner in the City of Murphy, this is an excellent opportunity to provide much needed assistance to the community.

The Administrative volunteers (VIPS) will be trained to work inside the department assisting the staff in a variety of duties i.e. filing, data entry, customer service and other related duties.

The Citizen on Patrol volunteers (COPS) will be trained to do the work that will help deter crime on the streets, support special events using police equipment.

If you are interested in volunteering, an informational meeting will be held on Tuesday June 22, at Murphy City Hall in the City Council Chambers at 7PM,  or you may request an application from the Murphy Police Department. 

If you have any questions, contact the VIPS/COPS Volunteer Coordinator, Jim Holden, at the 972-468-4202, or drop by the police department and visit with him on Tuesday or Thursday mornings.  You may also email him at jholden@murphytx.org.