Pokagon Band Tribal Police

06/10/2026

Can’t wait!

The Michigan State Police (MSP) Basketball with a Cop (Troopers on Tour) is coming to Berrien Springs on Wednesday June 24th from 4pm-7pm. This event will be held at Memorial Parks. MSP has partnered with Berrien Springs Oronoko Township Police Department, Berrien County Sheriff's Department and Pokagon Band Tribal Police Department for this event. The event is free, family-friendly featuring games such as basketball and co****le, food, dancing and information about law enforcement. There is also a free raffle to win a prize.

06/10/2026

Great job Sergeant Adam Schaaf!

The IPFTA would like to congratulate Sgt Adam Schaaf on shooting a perfect score this last weekend at ST Joseph County. These scores are few and far between. He beat the last year’s National Champion (who also was the only one to shoot a perfect score ((I came in second with 1 point down)) by 4 X. Adam will be attending the NPSC this September and I know we will all be rooting for him (to come in second behind me 😂)

06/02/2026

I'd like to introduce the newest member of our team, Intern Elizabeth Shaer!
Elizabeth, “Lizzy” recently joined the Pokagon Tribal Police Department as part of the internship program the tribe offers for tribal college students. She is a citizen of the Pokagon band and will be attending Grand Valley State University (GVSU) this fall. She will be working alongside our officers and staff to gain valuable experience in law enforcement and public service.

Throughout the internship, she will have the opportunity to learn about the many responsibilities involved in serving and protecting our community.

We are excited to have Lizzy with us and look forward to helping her develop new skills and gain firsthand experience in the profession.
Please join us in welcoming Lizzy to the department. We are glad to have her on the team and wish her success during this exciting journey!

06/02/2026

Cass County Office of Sheriff offers video visitation, allowing friends, family, and professionals the flexibility to schedule visits at a place and location convenient for them. Visits conducted on our lobby kiosks are always free, however, we also provide the option to visit from anywhere on a com...

05/22/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the La Porte County Sheriff's Office, family, and friends of the deputy who was shot early this morning at Franciscan Health Hospital in Michigan City. The deputy is in critical condition. The suspect was apprehended.

Update from another source:
Deputy Jon Samuelson is in critical condition at a hospital in South Bend, after being shot three times, according to Indiana State Police officials. He’s a 12-year veteran of the Laporte County Sheriff’s office, a K9 handler, and is part of a family of service in our area.

His grandfather is a former Chief of police for Laporte and his father was an officer with Michigan City police dept., who’s now working security at the hospital where his son was shot.

PTPD’s thought and prayers are with you.

05/16/2026

On May 15th, Berrien County held its annual Police Memorial Service, and members of the PTPD Honor Guard were honored to assist.
With great pride and respect, we remember and pay tribute to the men and women who served their communities with courage and dedication, and who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their service and commitment to protecting others will never be forgotten.

05/14/2026

🚨 Full-Scale Exercise at PHS 🚨
Today the Pokagon Band conducted a full-scale emergency exercise in partnership with PHS, the Pokagon Tribal Police Department, Pokagon Emergency Management, and the Indian Lake Fire Department.
This exercise was designed to evaluate life safety procedures, evacuation protocols, and the coordination and communication of area first responders during a large-scale emergency scenario.
We are grateful for the collaboration and professionalism of all agencies involved, as well as the cooperation of our Citizens, staff, and community partners. Exercises like these help ensure we are prepared to respond quickly and effectively in the event of a real emergency.

Preparedness through partnership keeps our community safer. 💙🚒🚓

05/12/2026

This week is National Police Officer Memorial Week, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting their communities. Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten.

Please take a moment this week to remember the fallen, support their families, and thank those who continue to wear the badge with honor every day.
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05/12/2026

04/27/2026

A big Kche Migwėtth to everyone who came out to the picnic with us. It was great spending time with the community and getting to do it in a good way.