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Message from the Chief— 3 Department Overview— 4 Promotions— 6 2023 Crime Statistics— 7 Calls for Service— 8 Crime Control and Prevention District— 9
150th Anniversary— 11 A Year in Review— 13 Facility Highlights— 27 Technology Advancements— 28
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Message from the Chief For 150 years, the Fort Worth Police Department has remained at the forefront of modeling innovative ways to serve and protect the Fort Worth community. Since March 1, 1873, we have seen our mission evolve; however, the essence of sound police work is the same as it was in those early wild west days of Fort Worth ’ s past: recognizing the community's need for protection and assistance, and meeting those needs in an orderly, efficient fashion. No matter how much the world changes in the years to come, the police officer will continue to be the one that people look to in times of crisis and those officers will be the ones to rise to the occasion. To learn more about the history of the Fort Worth Police Department, visit our Historical Association website at https://fwpdhistory.org/. I am proud to say that as a department we have accomplished a great deal together over this past year. My vision for this department continues to focus on these three pillars: Safety, Wellness, and Resiliency. These pillars are indicative of our commitment to the community and to our officers. The interconnection of the three pillars help guide the department in our vision of making Fort Worth the nation ’ s safest major city. The pillars also form the foundation of the department ’ s FY2023 - FY2027 Strategic Plan, which began implementation in 2023 and can be viewed here: FY2023 - FY2027 Strategic Plan. I am honored to serve as your Chief of Police at this critical point in history and steer this department to another 150 years of exceptional service. It is an honor to work with the dedicated and professional staff within the Fort Worth Police Department who serve you each day.
It is my pleasure to present the 2023 Annual Report though this is only part of our story. To see more of what FWPD is doing, visit our website and social media pages (Facebook, X, and Instagram).
Neil Noakes Chief of Police
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FWPD Organization
The FWPD organization is led by the Chief of Police and consists of the following three bureaus: Patrol, Support, and Finance/Personnel. Each bureau is managed by an Assistant Chief and consists of two or three Commands that include Divisions, Sections, and Units.
FWPD Personnel
6 Deputy Chiefs
Chief of Police Neil Noakes
6 Commanders
Finance/Personnel Bureau
17 Captains
50 Lieutenants
Executive Assistant Chief Robert Alldredge
Support Bureau
Patrol Bureau
212 Sergeants
Assistant Chief Julie Swearingin
Assistant Chief David Carabajal
262 Corporals & Detectives
As of December 31, 2023, the Fort Worth Police Department employed an authorized strength of 1,875 civil service and 5 86 civilian staff members. The number of authorized civil service positions are separated by rank as shown on the left side of this page. In 2023, there was 1.9 sworn personnel for every 1,000 residents in Fort Worth.
1,319 Officers
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Promotions
Congratulations to all Captains, Lieutenants, Sergeants, and Detectives/Corporals that promoted in 2023! Below are the newly appointed staff for the ranks of Commander and Deputy Chief.
Commanders
Deputy Chiefs
Monica Martin
Antione Williams
G. Chad Mahaffey
Stefanie Ricks
Buck Wheeler
Sean Kenjura
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2023
Crime Statistics
88 Homicides 13.7% Decrease from 2022
3,451 Aggravated Assaults 0.5% Increase from 2022
3,522 Burglaries 4.7% Decrease from 2022
721 Robberies 2.4% Increase from 2022
View detailed crime reports at https://police.fortworthtexas.gov/crime - information
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Calls for Service
Total Calls
1,268,403
Non - Emergency (non - 911) Calls
404,094 Officers respond to some calls to the non - emergency phone number
Calls Officers Responded To
268,052
273,510 Self - Initiated Calls
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Crime Control and Prevention District
The Crime Control and Prevention District (CCPD) provides revenue from a ½ - cent sales tax dedicated to funding programs aimed at reducing and preventing crime in Fort Worth. The district was established in 1995 following high crime rates that occurred in the late 1980’ s. On July 15, 2020, Fort Worth residents voted to continue the CCPD for ten years. CCPD provides 10% of annual revenue to support community - based 501c3 organizations engaged in crime prevention activities. Remaining funds are used to further fulfill the mission “ to enhance the Fort Worth Police Department ’ s ability to provide quality service and to work in partnership with the community to reduce crime and create a safe environment for all. ”
CCPD PROGRAMS FUNDED IN FY2024
Enhanced Response Central and West Bike Units, School Resource Unit, Mounted Patrol, Community Facility Policing Program, Special Events, Stockyards Overtime Detail, COPS Hiring Match, Violent Crime Response, Crossing Guards, Entertainment District Crime Prevention, Strategic Operation Fund Neighborhood Crime Prevention Crime Prevention Unit, Graffiti Abatement, Domestic Violence Assistance, Crisis Intervention Team, Homeless Outreach Program Enforcement (H.O.P.E.) Team, CODE Blue, Neighborhood Patrol Officers, Patrol Support, Civilian Response Unit, Community Alliance Division, Community Information Program, Community Partnership Command Partners with a Shared Mission After School Programs, Gang Intervention, Community Based Programs, Family Justice Center, Late Night Program, Safe Haven Programs, Alliance for Children, Partners with a Shared Mission Recruitment and Training Cadet Program, Recruitment Program, Police Training, 911 Call Taker Training Equipment, Technology, and Infrastructure Officer Safety Equipment, Crime Lab Equipment, Technology Infrastructure, Vehicle Replacement, Cameras, Facility Requirement, Jail Cost Allocation, Helicopter Replacement, Motorcycle Replacement
For more CCPD information, visit our website: https://fortworthpd.com/CCPD
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CCPD FY2023 and FY2024 Budget
CCPD FY2023: $119,267,929: Budget by Funding Area
CCPD FY2024: $135,486,506: Budget by Funding Area
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The Fort Worth Police Department is celebrating our Sesquicentennial (150 YEARS) of service. This video is a short timeline of our history serving the community. Here's to 150 more!
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A Year in Review
These stories only highlight some of the amazing things FWPD was a part of in 2023. For more stories, visit FWPD ’ s Facebook, X, or Instagram accounts.
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January
Library Time
with Chief
Noakes
Fort Worth librarians and Fort Worth Fire and Police Chiefs have designed special story times for preschoolers and families. At story time with Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes, participants enjoyed stories about being a good neighbor and how we can work together in our community.
Honoring the 1st
Female Detective
Floydelle Gragg graduated from the Academy with Class #32 (1967) making her the first female to be assigned to the Youth Division. While in the Academy, she had never shot a gun. Many of her male classmates blushed when she fired 10 shots with 8 being a bull ’ s - eye. She was nominated for Officer of the Year in 1968. She was instrumental in the creation of the Lone Woman Program and assisted in the Community Relations Department. She also was a part of the first married couple in the department when she married Detective R.L. Jones in 1970.
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February
Celebrating Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, the Fort Worth Police Department highlighted significant stories in Fort Worth.
Ms. Opal Lee - The Grandmother of Juneteenth
Ms. Opal Lee has served as a teacher, counselor, and principal in Fort Worth Independent School District and has made enormous strides for American history as an activist. She continues to live a life of service and activism in her commitment to uplift those in minority communities and economically disadvantaged areas. She has served on the boards of community action groups and non - profit organizations that share in the vision of service. Over many years, Ms. Opal Lee worked with organizations to hold local Juneteenth celebrations but she wanted to bring more awareness to the meaning of Juneteenth. In 2016, she led the campaign to make Juneteenth a federal holiday. She only dreamed it would happen in her lifetime. On June 17, 2021, she saw that dream become a reality when President Joe Biden signed the bill into law making Juneteenth the 11th federal holiday. For her efforts to that end, Ms. Opal Lee became known as the Grandmother of Juneteenth.
We celebrate Ms. Opal Lee for her vision to serve and her dedication to community activism.
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March
National Women’s History Month
This is dedicated to the amazing women of FWPD and ALL women in Law Enforcement who serve and protect their communities.
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April
Coffee With a
Vehicle Wrap
Cop
Winner Congratulations to Joshua Adams and Raymond Cervantes for the winning the recruiter vehicle car wrap contest. The contest was available to all City of Fort Worth employees.
Community members met with neighborhood patrol officers and Northwest Police Commander Jason Kim to ask questions and get to know their neighborhood police officers.
Teen Academy Graduation
FWPD Teen Academy was held each Monday night for six weeks. Graduates received 12 hours of instruction from Communications, Air Support, Mounted Patrol, SWAT, K9, and Youth Support Services. The coordinators, instructors, and staff wish to thank them and congratulate them for their attendance at the FWPD Teen Police Academy!
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May
Police and
Firefighters
Memorial
On Wednesday, May 3, 2023, FWPD held its annual memorial to honor our Fallen Heroes and their families. Thank you to everyone who attended. We will never forget the sacrifice they made for the Fort Worth community.
National Police
Week
In honor of #NationalPoliceWeek, the Fort Worth Police Department had the privilege of attending the ceremonies in Washington, DC to honor those officers who have given the ultimate sacrifice. Click on the picture to see a short video highlighting the event.
#wewillneverforget
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June
Honor Guard
Special
Olympics
FWPD Honor Guard served at the Breakfast with Champions benefiting Special Olympics Texas in Fort Worth on June 1, 2023, at the Hurst Conference Center. Breakfast with Champions brings together “ change - makers ” throughout the area for learning, inspiration, networking and making a difference in the lives of Special Olympic Texas athletes. This fundraiser supports over 55,000 athletes across Texas.
Hope Farm
Central Division FWPD officers participated in the summer HOPE Farm, Inc. basketball clinic. The participants had fun working on fundamental skills, conditioning, and playing team basketball.
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The Fort Worth Police Department was honored to participate in the Opal ’ s Walk for Freedom with the “ Grandmother of Juneteenth", Ms. Opal Lee. Juneteenth Day
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July
South Division AC Installs
Fort Worth Neighborhood Police Officers partnered with D&M Auto Leasing Fort Worth and Home Depot to deliver air conditioning units to community members in need. We appreciate the support from these companies and working with our officers to help their fellow Fort Worth citizens in need. Thankfully, these families had a much cooler Texas summer!
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August
Back to School Events
FWPD hosted several back to school events and attended FWISD schools during the first week of class to help students get ready for the start of the school year!
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September
2023 9/11 Tower Climb
Hosted by City Center Security and City Center Management, FWPD honored those who lost their lives on 9/11. The event is not a timed race, but a way for first responders and the community to honor and remember the ultimate sacrifice made by the fallen first responders. We will never forget.
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October
National Night Out (NNO)
National Night Out is an annual community - building campaign that promotes police - community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. FWPD, City Council, and Neighborhood Associations participated in the 40th Annual National Night Out on Tuesday, October 3.
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November
World Series
Dallas Cowboys
In keeping our community safe, sometimes that includes guarding a Texas Rangers World Series trophy. Thank you Mayor Mattie Parker, Billy Bob's Texas and Visit Fort Worth for making this a public celebration!
Sharing the field with first responders from all over Texas and members of our military at AT&T Stadium while representing the City of Fort Worth made for a good night of Thursday Night Football. FWPD was honored to be a part of this event!
Turkey Giveaways
FWPD and community partners, including Canales Furniture, Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church, NBA Retired Players Association, Rio Bravo Restaurant, and Fort Worth METRO, worked together to hand out more than 600 turkeys (3½ tons) on November 20, 2023.
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December
Christmas at FWPD
FWPD participated in several toy drives, “ Blue Elves ” gas giveaways, charity events, and fundraisers. Thank you to all for your generosity and kindness during this season of giving!
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Facility Highlights: Vehicle Storage Facility The Fort Worth Police Department held a grand opening for the new Vehicle Storage Facility at Bob Bolen Public Safety Complex on September 28. Mayor Mattie Parker and Councilmembers attended the event to help cut the ribbon on the new facility. The $1.9 million - dollar project was funded by the Crime Control and Prevention District, designed by Elements of Architecture, Inc. and constructed by West Fork Construction, LLC. The 5,576 square foot facility is a dedicated space for a variety of specialized vehicles to protect them from harsh weather with enhanced capacity for equipment storage and maintenance.
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2023 Technology Advancements
1. Heart Zones : FWPD implemented safety features for police recruits during physical activity. Heart Zones uses biometric feedback during physical activity and education providing live individual wellness results. For more information click: Home - Heart Zones 2. Axon Interview: FWPD completed the full conversion of all interview rooms to the Axon - based interview room system. Interview recordings upload automatically to the Axon cloud with all other police evidence. For more information click: Axon Interview 3. Axon Virtual Reality (VR) Training: Axon VR brings the most immersive training scenarios, state - of - the - art technology, and innovative training methods to public safety at reduced costs for improved outcomes. For more information click: Axon VR Training 4. Mobile Data Computer Refresh : To give our officers the best available and most durable technology out in the field, 995 MDCs were replaced in patrol cars with Dell 7330 Rugged Extreme model laptops after testing two other manufacturers and an array of rugged devices.
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