Fort Worth is located within North Central Texas and has approximately 741,206 residents and 332 square miles. The Fort Worth Police Department has 1,562 sworn personnel and approximately 446 non-sworn personnel.

Fort Worth easily combines its rich western history with a strong commitment to the future generations.

The Fort Worth Police Officers’ Award Foundation, founded in 1981, was established by the business community to support local police and recognize excellence in performance with the ultimate goal being a reduction in crime. Awards were created to recognize efficiency, skill and devotion of police officers as well as to further improve their professional training.  For more information, visit http://www.fwpoliceawards.org/.

 

 

"The Fort Worth Police Department provides quality service in partnership with the community to create a safe environment for all."

The Fort Worth Police Department has worn only five badges in its history. In 1912, the Fort Worth Police Department adopted the current badge. The badge is in the shape of a shield with a panther on top.

The 3rd Quarter Crime Report (July-September 2011) is now available.

The Fort Worth Police Department is proud to provide our citizens and business owners with three tools to search crime in their neighborhood.  Learn More


The Records and Information Management Office (RIM) is responsible for facilitating and advising the creation, maintenance, retention, access and disposition of all City records, as well as coordinating distribution and responses to public information requests.

Public Information Request

http://www.fortworthgov.org/