The Arlington Police Department and city leaders recently marked the inauguration of a new storefront, dubbed the "Cop Shop," located in the southwest part of the city.
City Council approved funding for the satellite office, situated at 5100 West Sublett Road near U.S. 287, as part of the FY2023 budget cycle.
The primary objective of the Cop Shop is to enhance the visibility of law enforcement in a burgeoning section of Arlington. Additionally, it provides officers patrolling the area with a dedicated space for work and report completion, eliminating the need to travel back to the South District Station. The facility will also serve as a venue for meetings between the police department and community members, as well as other stakeholders in the region.
Chief of Police Al Jones stated, "Community members in the southwest part of our city made it clear they wanted a greater police presence in their neighborhoods, and we listened. This new Cop Shop will give the officers who patrol that area greater flexibility to spend more time there."
While the Cop Shop will be accessible to patrol officers 24/7, it will not be staffed for public business. Members of the public seeking in-person assistance are advised to visit the lobby of the Main Station (620 W. Division Street) or one of the three substations.
