Unholstered

As the summer months are quickly approaching it is important to note that its not all about backyard BBQ’s, visits to the lake and outdoor concerts. Summer months are some of the deadliest months for people traveling on the road. A rise in impaired driving is typically the reason why due to all those late-night parties and lake trips. 

Whether it’s drunk driving, driving under the influence, or driving tried, it is a serious problem, especially during the summer season and it demands continued conversation. 

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National Police Week occurs every May 15th. It became a national holiday back in 1962, when President Kennedy proclaimed May 15th as National Police Week. Every year the President delivers the keynote address. This year, that did not happen. 

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The Fort Wayne Police Department Bike Patrol Unit was formally created in 2013. At that time officers patrolled the downtown area on bicycles and Segways during the warmer months. In 2019, the Unit implemented a year-round program the downtown area and other areas of the city when weather permits.

The Unit does a number of things. It provides a mobile presence during periods of special events, for directed patrol activities, public relations, in city parks and the river green ways, as a deterrent to crime, and to supplement the daily activities of the Uniform Division. However, the main purpose for the FWPD Bike Patrol Unit is to engage with the community. 

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Many communities across the country are trying to come up with solutions to curb homelessness. Often times, community members tend to think it is the role of law enforcement to address rampant homelessness, but that is not the case. Here in Fort Wayne, Indiana, for the most part, officers only get involved with homelessness when criminal activity occurs. 

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It seems like every other news cycle there is a story that pops up about imposter police officers trying to lure people, particularly women, during "traffic stops." If you are pulled over and something doesn't feel right, there are multiple things you can do and there are multiple signs you should be looking for to avoid "fake cops." 

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These days more and more of us are spending extended periods of time online and on social media. Drug dealers are no exception. Drug dealers are going digital and have figured out how to exploit the internet to peddle drugs, specifically to our kids. 

Know the signs and the "lingo" these drug deals are using to try and target our children. 

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When it comes to different positions within law enforcment, promotions and rankings don't operate like your typical career. When it comes to the Fort Wayne Police Department and many law enforcement organizations, positions sound more like military positions and rankings compared to those you hear of in most other occupations. If you are unfamiliar with the hierarchy of authority within the Fort Wayne Police Department today we are breaking down the different ranks and promotions. Plus we will share all the qualifications to achieve each position. 

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Since 2011 Procedural Justice has been a positive movement when it comes to how the community perceives the Fort Wayne Police Department in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

Procedural Justice is the idea of fairness in the processes of resolving disputes involving the community and the FWPD. More specifically, the FWPD hosts a class called “Procedural Justice and Legitimacy.” Community members, city officials and local activists are invited to these classes to talk about and address issues with law enforcement. More specifically, these individuals are asked to put themselves in the shoes of Fort Wayne Police Officers. This week, one of your hosts Kayla Blakeslee, was invited to take the course. Find out how she did in this week's edition of "Unholstered." 

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There is much debate over weed and whether or not it is a gateway drug. There is also much debate over whether or not it should be legalized. Today we get the perspective of a law enforcement officer who has worked 19-years in narcotics, undercover, buying and selling “drugs.”  

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We all say, "It will never happen to my kid." Yet, we hear stories all to often about children overdosing on drugs. The reality is we live in an age where Americans are quick to look for ways to numb the pain. That often leads to individuals ingesting some form of drug, prescription or otherwise. 

And yet, political leaders, medical professionals and parents are surprised that fentanyl is the number one leading cause of death for adults between the ages of 18-45. Today we dive into why America is a pill-popping nation.

* If you or someone you know is struggling with drug addiction, contact the Hope and Recovery team with the Fort Wayne Police Department here.

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