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Cohen Bennett Hancz-Barron

Cohen Bennett Hancz-Barron apprehended in Lafayette

The Fort Wayne Police Department has apprehended Cohen Bennett Hancz-Barron in Lafayette, Indiana.
The V300 Body-Worn Camera. This is the camera the Fort Wayne Police Department wants to purchase for FWPD officers. Image from www.motorolasolutions.com.

City to ask for additional body cameras

Today, Mayor Tom Henry and Police Chief Steve Reed announced the City Administration will request the purchase of additional body cameras for FWPD officers.

FWPD efforts on curbing violence

Statement from the Fort Wayne Police Department on their efforts at curbing on the recent shootings and homicides that have plagued Fort Wayne.

FWPD: Bones discovered in Summit Street residence

On August 19, 2024, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to a vacant residence in the 1400 block of Summit Street.

Official 2024 Halloween trick-or-treat hours

The Fort Wayne Police Department has announced this year's hours for Halloween's trick-or-treat tradition.

Crime stats for last 3 quarters announced

Today, city officials announced reductions in several crime areas including homicides, shootings and violent crimes for the first three quarters of 2019.

FWPD: Bank Robbery, Old National Bank

On June 17, 2021, at 11:00 am, the Fort Wayne Police Department responded to the Old National Bank located at 6430 West Jefferson Boulevard in reference to an armed robbery.

City hiring School Crossing Guards

The Fort Wayne Police Department is hiring School Crossing Guards.

Official 2021 Halloween trick-or-treat hours

The Fort Wayne Police Department has announced this year's hours for Halloween's trick-or-treat tradition.

FWPD: Water Department scam targeting elderly

The Fort Wayne Police Department is warning of a new scam hitting the area targeting the elderly.