Supervisor – Sergeant Christopher Zier #112
Sgt. Zier is a life-long resident of Burlington Township and graduated from Burlington Township High School in 2012. Sgt. Zier then attended Burlington County Community College where he earned an associated degree in Business Administration in 2014. From there, Sgt. Zier attended La Salle University in Philadelphia where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration in 2016. After graduating, Sgt. Zier was employed by the Burlington Township School District as a substitute school teacher. While employed with the school district, Sgt. Zier was hired by the Burlington City Police Department and completed the Special Officer Class I academy.
Sgt. Christopher Zier was hired by the Burlington Township Police Department in August of 2017 and graduated the Gloucester County Police Academy in December of 2017. Sgt. Zier was assigned to the Patrol division from 2018 to 2024. During his time in the patrol division Sgt. Zier became a field training officer, a certified physical fitness instructor, and a member of the bicycle patrol unit. In June of 2024, Sgt. Zier was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and is currently assigned as the Squad 3 supervisor.
Overview
The Bicycle Patrol Unit is comprised of 1 Patrol Sergeant (supervisor) and 7 active patrol officers. The bicycle patrol unit’s mission is to promote bicycle safety and enhance police-community relations. The use of bicycles enables the officers to have more personal contact with the public, and allows the officers to reach areas inaccessible by other vehicles. In addition to supplementing traditional patrol functions, the unit participates in community events and deploys the bicycles within Burlington Township's neighborhoods. The unit also participates in community events such as Bike with a Cop, Safe Rider & Bike Rodeo, National Night Out, and various bicycle registration events. The bicycle patrol unit also participates in school functions such as the homecoming parade and can be seen at various football games throughout the season.
Contact Us
For more
information about the Bicycle Patrol Unit please contact Sgt. Zier via email at czier112@burltwppd.com.
Bicycle Registration
Burlington Township residents may register their adult or youth bicycles with the police department. Doing so, provides BTPD with more information in the course of their investigation should a bicycle be stolen. In addition, when the police department recovers a lost or stolen bicycle, registration assists them in returning the bicycle to the rightful owner. To register your bicycle(s) complete this registration form and contact Sgt. Kimble by email.
Bicycle Safety Information
For more information on bicycle safety visit the NHTSA or NJ DOT websites.
Important Notice:
An approved helmet is
required to be worn by all persons 17 years of age and under who ride upon a
bicycle, roller skates, or skateboard.