The Katy Police Department

The Police Department
Established in 1967, the KPD consists of sworn officers and civilian/communication employees. Included is a criminal investigation division; crime prevention officers; K-9 partners trained in drug detection, tracking and criminal apprehension.The department also has a Motorcycle Division and Animal Control Division. The current fleet consists of more than two dozen vehicles. All patrol vehicles are equipped with an in-car video system and Mobile Data Terminals (MDT’s) which are in-car computers. This department also utilizes a Speed Monitoring Trailer (nickname “KATIE”). This equipment is capable of monitoring speed at a certain location and recording the data on a traffic analysis computer.

THE STORE FRONT SUBSTATION
at Katy Mills Mall is located in the southeast corner, near the Mall Management Offices, and currently houses a lieutenant, sergeants and patrol officers (including Bicycle Officers).

The Department is also involved in community Crime Prevention Programs. These include Vacation Watch, Child Fingerprinting, Gun Safety, Bicycle Safety, Stranger Safety and other programs. There is also a Bicycle registration program and guided tours of the Police Station are conducted on an almost weekly basis during the school.