Tag: Public Safety
FWFD receives approval for purchase of new ladder truck
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and Fire Chief Eric Lahey tonight highlighted that City Council has approved the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer 100’ Ascendant Tower Ladder Truck for the Fort Wayne Fire Department.
City to implement vehicle changes to save taxpayer dollars
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker and City Controller Pat Roller today announced that the City of Fort Wayne will implement changes to the city-owned vehicle policy in a proactive effort to save taxpayer dollars.
ISP partners with DEA for Prescription Drug Take Back Day – 4/25/2026
On April 25, 2026, the Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring its nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative.
Fort Wayne Police Department announces opening of new Downtown Fort Wayne District
The Fort Wayne Police Department officially launched its new Downtown District this week.
Indiana State Police Enforcement Bureau statistics for March 2026
The Enforcement Bureau of the Indiana State Police oversees the traffic enforcement efforts of the Troopers assigned to the 14 State Police Districts throughout Indiana.
Rick Wiegmann named chief of PFW’s University Police Department
Purdue University Fort Wayne announced today that Rick A. Wiegmann II has been named chief of the university’s police department.
Fort Wayne Fire Department welcomes 13 new firefighters
Thirteen firefighters were welcomed to the Fort Wayne Fire Department in a graduation ceremony tonight at the Public Safety Academy.
$7M of Cocaine discovered during routine DOT Inspection
On January 3, 2026, at 0130 hours, an Indiana State Police Trooper stopped a blue International semi tractor-trailer on I-70 at the 41 mile-marker eastbound for a routine DOT compliance inspection.
Indiana State Police Partners with DEA for Drug Take Back Day – 10/25/2025
On Saturday, October 25, 2025, the Drug Enforcement Administration is sponsoring its nationwide “Prescription Drug Take Back” initiative.
Fort Wayne Mayor Sharon Tucker unveils 2026 Civic City Budget
Fort Wayne remains in strong fiscal health as Mayor Sharon Tucker and City Controller Pat Roller today announced the proposed 2026 budget for the City of Fort Wayne.