Blaine Police Department — Local services in Blaine

I have only ever had one encounter where a Blaine police officer was actually there to help the public. I have had multiple multiple encounters with rude, bad, abusive, law breaking officers that work for the Blaine Police Department. It terrifies me knowing that there are people like this department that have badges. My son has wanted to be a police officer his whole life and has pictures of himself with almost every anoka police officer in the department. Now those guys and gals are amazing in anoka but blaine makes me sick, and fearful to even dial 911 if I have an emergency. It's so sad. They really need to be investigated. And I'm not the criminal who's bitter towards them or anything that has ever happened. I am never arrested me. These are coming out as true and factual statements they really should be under...

Not only did they save my life on August 16th 2020, they continue to protect our neighborhood and Blaine itself. After I had died and they saved my life I got to say thank you to those officers involved and give them my thank you notes. Around Christmas time I donated some painting I had made to give them and received thank you’s from police officers there. Not only the kindest police officers I’ve encountered but also helped me to be more relaxed when I have had encounters with other officers. I was abandoned when I was 3 and since then have always found it nerve racking to be around officers because of that experience but this encounter has made me feel less scared. Thank you for all that you do and I will continue to support in any way that I can. I will always support Blaine PD....

“I have significant concerns about the Blaine Police Department’s approach to fair and unbiased policing. In my experience, there appears to be a pattern of racial bias and discriminatory practices that create an unsafe and unjust environment for some members of the community. Transparency, accountability, and a commitment to equitable treatment are critical for fostering trust, but these values seem to be lacking. If you are considering moving to or interacting with Blaine, I recommend being cautious and mindful of these systemic issues.

For those in Anoka County and beyond, I urge local leaders to prioritize community oversight and ensure all residents are treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their...