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Fort Lauderdale Police Department Welcome to the Official Facebook of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We look forward to serving you with courage, pride and commitment.

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The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. On behalf of the men and women of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, thank you for taking the time to visit our page. The members of the Fort Lauderdale Police Department stand ready to serve our residents and visitors with both respect and dignity. Fort Lauderdale is the largest City in Browar

d County and one of the most popular tourist destinations in the State of Florida. We extend an invitation to our residents to participate in our efforts to keep our City safe. The Fort Lauderdale Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.

09/11/2026

25 years ago, our nation was forever changed. Today, we remember the lives lost and honor the police officers, firefighters, military members, and first responders who answered the call with courage and sacrifice.

September 11, 2001. We will never forget.

A monumental moment for the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of our new Polic...
09/10/2026

A monumental moment for the Fort Lauderdale Police Department.

We proudly celebrated the ribbon cutting of our new Police Headquarters alongside those who have helped shape our department’s past, support our mission today and share in the future we are building together.

Thank you to our fellow law enforcement agencies, City leadership, community stakeholders, retirees, current and former members of FLPD, families, friends and everyone who joined us to commemorate this historic occasion. Your presence made this milestone even more meaningful.

This new headquarters is more than a building. It represents generations of service, partnership and commitment to the Fort Lauderdale community.

As we honor where we have been, we look forward to all that lies ahead.

09/10/2026

A new chapter for the Fort Lauderdale Police Department.

Today, we officially cut the ribbon on our new Police Headquarters alongside department members, city leaders, retirees, families and members of our community.

More than just a new building, this headquarters represents the future of our department, while honoring the generations who helped get us here.

Built to serve our officers, our community and the City of Fort Lauderdale for years to come.

09/09/2026

Traffic Tuesday Ep. 51 – They Were Speeding

This week, Traffic Tuesday is back on the water with our Marine Unit. While patrolling a slow-speed zone, officers spotted two jet skis zipping around up on plane while everyone else seemed to have gotten the message. When stopped, the riders explained they didn’t realize they were in a slow-speed zone and hadn’t seen the sign….The big sign.

In a posted slow-speed zone, vessels are required to operate fully off plane and settled in the water while maintaining minimum wake. These zones are designed to keep our waterways safe for boaters, swimmers, wildlife, and property along the shoreline.

The riders were given a warning before officers conducted a vessel safety check. Both had the required safety equipment on board and passed without any issues.

A little education, a reminder to keep an eye on those signs, and they were sent on their way.

Sometimes the signs really are there for a reason.

Congratulations to our newest Corrections Officer on graduating from Corrections Class 183.This milestone marks the begi...
09/05/2026

Congratulations to our newest Corrections Officer on graduating from Corrections Class 183.

This milestone marks the beginning of a new chapter of service with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. The training, dedication and hard work that led to this moment now continue into the next phase of their career, gaining the knowledge and experience needed to serve our community with professionalism and pride.

Welcome to the Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We’re proud to have you on the team.

09/02/2026

BTS - Ep 21. Snail Mail

A threat is made. A suspicious package is left behind. And the Bomb Squad gets the call. From there, it’s about slowing everything down, working the problem, and making the right decisions as the scenario continues to change. For one team member preparing to attend bomb school, it was a full test of the process from start to finish. Work the problem. Trust the process. Be ready when it’s real.

09/02/2026

Traffic Tuesday Ep. 50 – DWLS
Comment DWLS for the full episode! She was in a hurry to get back to the store after realizing she left her wallet behind. The problem was, that rush included blowing through a stop sign right in front of an officer.
Once stopped, the forgotten wallet quickly became the least of her problems.

A check revealed her driver’s license was suspended, and this wasn’t her first time dealing with it. Just a few months prior, she had been arrested for driving with a suspended license after failing to appear in court. Now, she was back behind the wheel with a suspended license again.

Florida Statute 322.34 makes it unlawful to knowingly drive while your license or driving privilege is suspended or revoked, with increased penalties for subsequent convictions.

This time, she was issued a criminal citation for DWLS and sent on her way. The wallet could wait. Getting the license situation handled probably shouldn’t.

08/27/2026

This week on Behind the Badge, we’re featuring Officer Hefler and giving you a closer look at the personality behind the uniform.

And we can’t forget about this episode’s special guest, Zoey! Zoey is currently available for adoption and looking for a forever home. If she stole your heart in this video, she just might be waiting for you.

Stay tuned for more Behind the Badge as we continue introducing you to the officers who serve Fort Lauderdale every day.

08/25/2026

Traffic Tuesday Ep. 49 – The Shoes Made Me Faster
Comment “shoes” to see the full episode!

68 mph in a 35 mph zone caught the officer’s attention, but the driver wasn’t exactly convinced she had been speeding.

First, it was a new car. Then, she explained that she never gets in trouble. And eventually, we arrived at the real culprit: her shoes.

According to the driver, she learned how to drive without shoes, so apparently these particular shoes were making her go a little faster than expected.

Florida law requires drivers to obey posted speed limits and prohibits driving at a speed greater than what is reasonable and lawful for the conditions. At 68 in a 35, the shoes weren’t going to get the blame.

After some back and forth, the driver was issued two citations. Despite not being too happy about the stop, she thanked the officers and was sent on her way.
New car. Clean history. Fast shoes.

Unfortunately, none of those change the speed limit.

Warrants served. Arrests made. Runners caught. Guns and drugs off the street. Our officers are out here locking up bad g...
08/20/2026

Warrants served. Arrests made. Runners caught. Guns and drugs off the street. Our officers are out here locking up bad guys and taking them off the street.

We’re out here. - It’s A Bad Day To Be A Bad Guy

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Fort Lauderdale, FL
33312

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