Oregon State Police

( Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection ) Present Duties The Oregon State Police (OSP) enforces traffic laws on the state’s roadways, investigates and solves crimes, conducts post-mortem examinations and forensic analysis and provides background checks and law enforcement data. Other specialized programs and services include drug investigation, state emergency response coordination, state Fire Marshal Service and Conflagration Act coordination, coordination of federal grants for public safety issues, coordination of Criminal Justice Information Standards, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) and serving as the point of contact to the National Office of Homeland Security. The department employs more than 1,300 sworn and professional staff. Non-emergency: (503) 378-3720. Dial 911 for emergencies.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Salem city, OR has an estimated population of 176,666.