City of New Bern, NC Police Department

06/18/2026

🚗☀️ Hitting the road this summer? Your safety starts before you even leave the driveway!

Before you pack up and head out on your next vacation, take a few minutes to give your vehicle a quick safety once-over. A safe car is a road-ready car!

Before hitting the road, make sure to check:
Tires: Check the air pressure and tread depth (don't forget to inspect your spare tire too!).
Brakes: Listen for any unusual squealing or grinding, and make sure they are responsive.
Fluids: Top off your oil, coolant, and windshield wiper fluid so your engine stays happy in the summer heat.

Whether you are heading to the beach, the mountains, or just out for a weekend getaway, pack your patience, avoid distractions, and always buckle up!

Before you leave, we also highly recommend checking DriveNC.gov for local traffic updates and construction zones.

Safe travels from all of us here at the City of New Bern Police Department!

06/17/2026

Choose your American hero - the POLICE DEPARTMENT - when you give blood at the Battle of the Badges on July 16th!

🩸 𝐋𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐛𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧...
On July 16th, our first responders will go head to head to see who can recruit the most blood donors. City of New Bern Fire-Rescue Chief Locklear ("the rookie") has agreed to go up against City of New Bern, NC Police Department Chief Gallagher ("the veteran") in a battle for blood. And YOU get to decide the winner. Are you team 🚓 or team 🚒? Make your appointment to donate blood with American Red Cross North Carolina by visiting www.redcrossblood.org. Click Schedule an Appointment & then enter sponsor code City of New Bern. The battle goes down at Stanley A. White Recreation Center on July 16th. See you then!

06/17/2026

☀️ Keep Your Summer Safe, New Bern! 🔒

As we enjoy the beautiful summer weather here in Coastal Carolina, the New Bern Police Department wants to remind everyone to keep firearm safety a top priority. Whether you are at home, traveling, or enjoying the great outdoors, responsible gun ownership helps protect our community.

Stay Prepared with These Summer Safety Tips:
Secure & Store: Always store fi****ms in a locked safe, cabinet, or use a secure locking device when not in use. Store ammunition separately.
Prevent Tragedies: With kids out of school, ensure curious hands cannot access fi****ms. Double-check your locks before heading out for a summer getaway!
Educate Everyone: Have age-appropriate conversations with your children about what to do if they ever find a gun:
Stop, Don't Touch, Leave the Area, and Tell an Adult.
Travel Responsibly: If you are traveling with a firearm, know the laws of your destination and make sure it is locked safely out of sight in your vehicle.

Let's work together to make this a safe and fun summer for everyone in our neighborhoods!

Have a question about firearm safety or need a gun lock?
Reach out to the NBPD Non-Emergency Line at (252) 633-2020 or visit us at the New Bern Police Department, 601 George Street.

If you see suspicious activity in your area, please report it! You can always reach out to dispatch at (252) 633-2020 or submit an anonymous tip using our Craven County Crime Stoppers. Phone (252)633-5141 Web submission p3tips.com/986

06/15/2026

🚨 Teen Driver Alert: Let's keep our roads safe! 🚗

The keys are in their hands, but your guidance sets the rules. With more teens on the road, let's work together to build smart habits before they take the wheel.

Parents & Teens: Review These Core Rules:
Put the phone away: Driving requires 100% focus. No texting, no scrolling, no exceptions.
Limit passengers: Extra friends mean extra distractions. Stick to the state's passenger limits.
Buckle up: It is the simplest and most effective way to protect yourself and others on the road.
Slow down: Observe all speed limits. Inexperience and speeding are a dangerous mix.

Inexperience and distractions are among the most common factors in teen collisions. A quick conversation today can keep their journey—and our New Bern community—safe tomorrow.

Review North Carolina's rules for young drivers via the NCDOT Graduated Driver Licensing program to ensure your teen is following all requirements.

06/13/2026

💻 June is National Internet Safety Month, and the New Bern Police Department wants to help your family navigate the digital world safely. With children and adults sharing the same social media, gaming, and online forums, understanding digital risks is more important than ever.

🐾 PAWS: Think Twice Before You Click!
As technology evolves, our kids face real challenges with privacy, inappropriate content, and online safety. To help teach your children how to stay safe online, watch our quick and engaging educational video together.

Watch the Video Now:
👉 PAWS – Think Twice Video

https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fbcove.video%2F4e6ShMM&data=05%7C02%7Ctaylor.nicole%40newbernnc.gov%7C348745bf04e74620490d08dec7381d6f%7Cc72e7366f88e424b822c48409cafeb2f%7C0%7C0%7C639167241317756677%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=tJUBr%2FP0d6byvRVUR60jr13FYeo8UKDsytzHtTDxbjU%3D&reserved=0

🛡️ 4 Quick Tips for Parents This Month:
Check Settings: Review privacy controls on all family devices and apps.
Talk Openly: Discuss the dangers of sharing personal details or location data.
Monitor Spaces: Know which gaming communities and social platforms your kids visit.
Pause Before Posting: Teach children that what goes online stays online forever.

Let's work together to keep New Bern’s youth safe online!

06/12/2026

Pack your sunscreen, pack your snacks, and most importantly... buckle up! 🚙 🏖️

Whether you're taking a quick trip to the grocery store or hitting the highway for a weekend getaway, your safety comes first. Seat belts are the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself and your passengers in a crash.

Buckle up every trip, every time. It’s simple, it’s the law, and it saves lives. Our officers are out on patrol to ensure everyone stays safe, so don't risk a ticket or your life!

Make buckling up the first thing you do before you put the car in drive.

06/11/2026

Protect your kids in the digital age by joining the New Bern Police Department and the Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force on June 23, 2026 for a free virtual webinar:

Video Games and Your Child: Spotting Red Flags and Staying Safe Online.

Webinar Details
Date: June 23, 2026
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:15 pm ET
Cost: 100% FreeRegistration: Secure your spot and find additional resources via the ICAC Task Force portal.

What You Will Learn
Stranger Danger & Grooming: How to identify warning signs of predators attempting to contact and groom children through in-game chat features.
Privacy Settings & Controls: Strategies to properly set up parental controls, manage public servers, and restrict screen time.
Digital Footprint: How to protect your child’s privacy by monitoring details leaked through usernames, screen names, and public servers.

This educational opportunity aligns with National Internet Safety Month, an annual initiative empowering adults to proactively protect youth from evolving online threats in multiplayer games and social media.

https://icactaskforce.org/training/TRI1228800/video-games-and-your-child-spotting-red-flags-and-staying-safe-online

06/09/2026

🤝 Partnering for Your Protection: New Bern Police Department & NCDOJ 🤝

Have you been tricked or scammed? The New Bern Police Department and the North Carolina Department of Justice (NCDOJ) are teaming up to fight back and help you get justice!

Our Consumer Protection Division responds to over 20,000 complaints a year. Every report allows us to fight unfair business practices, expose scams, and track patterns of illegal activity targeting our community.

🛡️ How to Spot and Stop a Scam
Verify the Source: Hang up and call organizations back using an official, trusted phone number.
Resist the Urgency: Scammers create fake emergencies to force fast decisions. Slow down.
Guard Your Data: Never text or email your Social Security number, banking info, or passwords.
Watch the Payment: Legitimate agencies will never demand payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency.

💻 Take Action Today
If you have been targeted, do not let scammers win. Report it immediately to alert local law enforcement and state investigators:
File Online: Submit a secure report directly through the NCDOJ Consumer Complaint Portal. https://ncdoj.gov/protecting-consumers/
Call to Report: Speak with a fraud expert by dialing 1-877-5-NO-SCAM (1-877-566-7226).
National Tracking: File a secondary report at httos://ReportFraud.ftc.gov to help federal authorities track international networks.

Share this post to protect your friends, family, and neighbors in New Bern! 👇

06/08/2026

The New Bern Police Department had an absolute blast participating in the annual Family Fun Day & Community Resource Event today!

We are so incredibly grateful to the ⁠New Bern Housing Authority for inviting us out to the New Bern Towers. Thank you to all the wonderful crowds, families, and individuals who took time out of their day to stop by our booth, chat with our officers, play a game of chess, and share some laughs.

It was a beautiful day filled with delicious food from local trucks, free health screenings, games, and great community bonding. Events like this remind us exactly why we love serving this city.

Thank you for letting us be a part of such a great local celebration! Stay safe, and we’ll see you out in the community! 💙🚔

06/05/2026

Calling all Jeepers! 🚨✨

Gear up for a cause with the City of New Bern, NC Police Department and support Special Olympics NC and Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics North Carolina on June 6th! Join us for a scenic group ride to Oriental and back, ending with a show-off session judged by special athletes, featuring prizes for Best in Show, Wrangler, and Restored Jeep.

🗓️ Jeep Rally for Olympics NC 🚙
🗓️ When: June 6th | Meet at 10:00 AM, Ride starts at 11:00 AM
📍Start Location: NBPD Substation (behind New Bern Mall)
📍Ending Point: Brown Bear Parking Lot (915 Po***ck St.)
💲Registration: $20 per vehicle

Come show off your ride, chat with fellow Jeepers, and help us support a fantastic cause! 🏅

📩 Sponsorship Opportunities: Contact Lt. Dubay at 252-626-5558.



Note: Prizes include Best in Show, Best Wrangler, and Best Restored Jeep!