Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department

When dropping off and picking up at the airport, keep in mind the departures and arrivals levels may be very busy with travelers and vehicle traffic. Please be patient and watch for directions from police officers.

Remember, vehicles may not be left in front of the terminals. Unattended vehicles will be towed.

Cell Phone Waiting Lots and Short-Term Parking are convenient options to avoid waiting in traffic.

Visit our Lost & Found page for tips to track down your missing items.

Records
The Records Unit processes police reports, citations, and other records.
Copies of police reports must be requested from the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Coordinator.
Please visit the WCAA FOIA page for more information or to begin a request.

Detective Bureau
The Detective Bureau houses both the Investigative Unit and the Detective Section of the police department. Together, these units investigate crimes, interrupt criminal activity and see to the apprehension and conviction of law violators.

Special Response Unit
The Special Response Unit (SRU) supports the department in resolving critical incidents involving public safety threats that would otherwise exceed the capabilities of traditional law enforcement first responders and investigative units.

Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Unit is comprised of Certified Technicians trained in recognizing explosives and hazardous devices. Technicians are responsible for removing and rendering safe dangerous devices as well as post-blast investigations.

Canine Unit
The Canine Unit further supports law enforcement operations. A “canine team” is formed when a trained officer/canine handler is paired with a specially trained police dog. Canine teams are used to detect explosives and narcotics on Airport Authority grounds.

Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
Crisis Intervention Team members are specially trained police officers who respond to calls involving persons in crisis, the mentally ill, and their families.

Our department expects exemplary conduct and customer service from our staff.

The WCAA Police Department welcomes the public’s feedback on interactions with our officers. If you wish to register a compliment or file a complaint, inform any officer that you would like to speak with a police supervisor. You can also call 734-942-2222, option 4. You may also contact our Customer Service Department by filling out this webform. Or you may mail your compliments, complaints, and suggestions to the following address:

Investigations Commander
Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department
31399 West Service Drive
Building 610
Detroit, MI 48242

Annual statistical summaries about complaints and internal affairs investigations are considered open-source documents and may be obtained by contacting our CALEA Accreditation Manager at 734-942-5380 or by mail:

CALEA Manager
Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department
31399 East Service Dr.
Building 610
Detroit, MI 48242

The CALEA Public Comment Portal is available for the community to provide comments, commendations, and other information regarding the agency’s quality of service or candidacy for accreditation.

The 34th District Court serves Detroit Metro Airport, Crosswinds Marsh, and Willow Run Airport (in Wayne County).

34th District Court
11129 Wayne Road
Romulus, MI 48174
734-941-4462

The 14B District Court serves the west end of Willow Run Airport, which is situated in Washtenaw County.  Territory includes Tyler Road/Airport Drive, Tyler/South Service Road, and Kirk Profit Drive.

14B District Court
7200 S. Huron River Drive
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
734-483-7336

• Contact Martin’s Towing at 734-341-0083 for vehicle release information
• If there is a police hold on an impounded vehicle, a release must be obtained from the WCAA Police Station. The police station is located at 31399 East Service Dr., Detroit, MI 48242. To receive a release, the registered owner must present the following documents:
  • Valid proof of insurance
  • Valid license plate with valid tabs
  • A licensed driver for the impounded vehicle
• All towing and storage fees must be paid to Martin’s Towing before release of the vehicle.
  • Towing fee: $75
  • Storage fee: $20/day (beginning when vehicle reaches impound lot)
• Vehicles left in Impound for more than 30 days will be considered abandoned and may be sold at auction.

Map and directions to Martin’s Towing from the WCAA Police Station:

The information below identifies firearm(s) confiscated by the Wayne County Airport Authority Police Department that are subject to disposal pursuant to MCL 28.434a.

If you are claiming ownership of any firearm(s) listed, please write or call within thirty (30) days of the date of public notice.  In addition to your ownership claim, you must be authorized to possess firearms.

Any handgun to be returned must be properly registered to the owner, if applicable.

If no valid ownership claim is received by this agency within thirty (30) days of the date of public notice, the listed firearm(s) will be destroyed.

Listed firearm(s) are not for sale.

Identification Bureau Telephone:  734-942-5381

Days and Hours of Operation:  9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, EST.  Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday

1. In an emergency, dial 911.

    

2. You may call Wayne County Airport Authority Police Non-Emergency Dispatch at (734) 942-2222, Option #2

    

3. You may visit the police department at:

   Emergency & Support Services Headquarters
   31399 East Service Drive Building 610
   Detroit, MI 48242

   When conducting business at the police department, free parking is across the street in the designated visitor parking area.

    

4. You may file a police report for a non-emergency online.

    

5. To obtain a copy of a police report, visit the WCAA FOIA page.

    

6. You may obtain a copy of a traffic crash/accident report by submitting your request online.

As a victim, you have certain rights under the law:

• You have the right to be told about emergency and medical services, if applicable. Emergency and medical service can be obtained by calling 911 or by calling Beaumont Wayne Hospital at (734) 467-4000.
• You have the right to be informed of the crime victim’s compensation benefits that may be available to you and to apply for crime victim’s compensation benefits. You can reach the Crime Victim’s Compensation Board in Lansing at (517) 373-7373. Additional information about crime victim’s compensation and restitution will be mailed to you by the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.
  • If you have suffered personal injury as a result of this crime you may be eligible for crime victim’s compensation; however, compensation may not include property loss.
  • For further information or to fille a claim, contact the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) at (877) 886-5401 or (517) 373-7373
• If you would like to be notified of an arrest in your case or the release of a person arrested, or both, you should call the Detroit Metro Airport Police Department at (734) 942-5212
• If you are not notified of an arrest in your case, you may also call the Detroit Metro Airport Police Department at (734) 942-5212 for the current status of your case.
• You have the right to be informed no later than 24 hours after arraignment of the status of the defendant’s pre-trial release. This information can be obtained by calling the Wayne County jail at (313) 224-0797.