Fort Worth Police Department
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July 2026
The City of Fort Worth and NCTCOG launched a pilot program Aug. 1 to reduce excessive speeding, with Fort Worth police increasing nighttime enforcement on Loop 820 and Interstate Highway 30 from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. The pilot is part of the Regional Transportation Council's $57 million safety program, of which $7 million was allocated to speeding reduction efforts.
City of Fort Worth, NCTCOG launch effort to reduce excessive speeding
The City of Fort Worth is promoting National Night Out on Oct. 6, an annual community event that fosters police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie, with hosting tips and registration info provided.
National Night Out unites residents for safer, stronger communities
Fort Worth filed a Chapter 125 nuisance abatement lawsuit against the Central Motel on E. Lancaster Ave., alleging chronic criminal activity including prostitution, narcotics, weapons violations and a homicide, seeking a permanent injunction and possible closure.
Fort Worth files nuisance abatement lawsuit against E. Lancaster motel
June 2026
The City, Police Department and Fire Department remind residents that fireworks are illegal in Fort Worth (with fines up to $2,000) and promote a campaign against stray bullets, while also announcing the free 'Fort Worth's Fourth' community celebration at Panther Island Pavilion.
Fireworks are illegal. Leave the shows to the pros
The City is launching a public awareness campaign around July Fourth to curb stray bullet incidents from illegal gunfire and reminds residents that fireworks are illegal in Fort Worth and can result in fines up to $2,000.
Stray bullet incidents and fireworks carry a hefty fine
The June 5 Stones Taskforce meeting on June 30 will feature a panel discussion of the Tarrant County RISE Program, a high-risk women's intervention program addressing complex trauma and qualifying criminal offenses. Panelists include a Tarrant County Magistrate Judge, a program manager, and a case manager.
RISE Program to be discussed at June 5 Stones Taskforce meeting
The Fort Worth Police Department has launched a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program using Flock Safety's technology, deploying remotely piloted drones from automated docking stations to improve emergency response times and provide real-time situational awareness.
FWPD launches ‘Drone as First Responder’ program
May 2026
Authorizes the Fort Worth Police Department to accept a donation of 336 red dot-equipped pistols, accessories, and comprehensive training valued at $300,000.00 from the Fort Worth Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Unit Support Group, Inc.
…ssories and Comprehensive Training Valued in the Amount of $300,000.00 from the Fort Worth Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Unit Support Group, Inc
Authorizes an amendment to the MOU with the American Heart Association to receive an additional $167,500 donation, accepts the monetary donation for the Fort Worth Police Department to equip patrol cars with defibrillators, and adopts an appropriation ordinance.
…on in the Amount of $167,500.00, Authorize Acceptance of a Monetary Donation to Fort Worth Police Department from the American Heart Association in the Amount of $167,500.00 for the Purpos…
Authorizes an amendment to the MOU with the American Heart Association to receive an additional $167,500 donation, accepts the monetary donation for the Fort Worth Police Department to equip patrol cars with defibrillators, and adopts an appropriation ordinance.
…on in the Amount of $167,500.00, Authorize Acceptance of a Monetary Donation to Fort Worth Police Department from the American Heart Association in the Amount of $167,500.00 for the Purpos…