Central Division encompasses a large, diverse area that includes the Downtown Business community, Near Southside (Hospital District), Texas A&M downtown campus, and many historic neighborhoods immediately surrounding these areas. Included in the boundaries are the major shelters for homeless individuals and families. The business, medical, and educational communities located within this division create a significant transient population commuting to and from work each day. After business hours, the Central Business District transforms to a vibrant entertainment venue consisting of many popular restaurants, bars and events.

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FORT WORTH, TX - The Fort Worth Police Department has announced the creation of a new Constitutional Policing Unit (CPU), a strategic initiative to improve legality, accountability, transparency, and continuous learning across regulations, procedures, training, and operations.

The new Constitutional Policing Unit supplements the Office of the Police Oversight Monitor (OPOM) and establishes an internal mechanism within FWPD. The unit will ensure continuous improvements and sustained compliance.

The CPU operates under the Chief of Police within the executive office and is composed of:

• CPU Director (Civilian)- Leads strategy, reviews, and reporting.
• FWPD Liaison Lieutenant (Sworn)- Coordinates implementation.
• Criminologist in Residence (Part-Time, Contract)- Provides analytic methods and quality assurance.

The CPU will focus on:

• Structured reviews and targeted inspections of policy, training, operations, and internal controls
• Monthly and quarterly data assessments to track emerging trends
• Developing corrective-action plans and monitoring implementation

Why It Matters

The launch of the Constitutional Policing Unit is a major step forward for FWPD and the City of Fort Worth. This initiative:

• Builds community trust
• Improves coordination and follow-through
• Reduces risk and strengthens systems
• Positions Fort Worth as a national model

The Fort Worth Police Department is committed to transparency, accountability, and constitutional policing. The creation of the CPU strengthens our ability to ensure fair and consistent policing across the city.

Annual New Year's Eve Celebration at Sundance Square

When: 6 p.m.

Where: Sundance Square

Cost: Free

FREE PARKING after 6 p.m. on New Year’s Eve:

City Center Garage #2- 401 Calhoun St. The Tower Garage- 435 W. 4th St. 777 Main Garage- 601 Commerce St.

McGruff and the NPO's love Career Day! If you would like our unit to visit your school for an upcoming event, please contact Nakeshia Holloway @ the contact information listed below.

**location must be within the Central Division**