Lake Charles Police Department Recruiting

Lake Charles Police Department Recruiting This page is intended for information purposes regarding recruiting for the Lake Charles Police Department in Lake Charles Louisiana. J.

History Of the Lake Charles Police Department. On July 25, 1868, eight days after the newly incorporated town of Lake Charles held its first municipal elections, Pat Fitzgerald was sworn in as the town Constable. As the town blacksmith and a Civil War Veteran, Fitzgerald was well qualified to manhandle outlaws. As the only law officer in the small community of 700, Constable Fitzgerald had to enfo

rce all of the town's ordinances without a jail to incarcerate violators. Then, on May 11, 1874, the town council organized the Lake Charles Police Department with Fitzgerald serving as "chief" and overseeing seven "captains on patrol." During the late 1800s and early 1900s the police officers were focused on enforcing "morality" laws such as public drunkenness, gambling, and prostitution. Officers also assumed the role of traffic controller as the popularity of the automobile increased. The year 1945 marked the construction of the first dedicated Lake Charles Police Station with a jail, built on the corner of Kirby and Pithon streets. Harry Hebert, the police chief at the time, established the detective division in 1947 and future State Representative Mike Hogan became the first plain-clothes detective. In December of 1974 the Lake Charles Police Department relocated to its current headquarters on Enterprise Boulevard, after relocating several times over the years. A year later the Lake Charles Police Department hired its first female patrol officers. Under current Police Chief Shawn Caldwell, the Lake Charles Police Department has continued to make outstanding achievements. In November 2000 the Lake Charles Police Department became an accredited law enforcement agency, allowing them to join an elite international group who are similarly recognized for their professional excellence. The Lake Charles Police Department continues to be dedicated to fostering community partnerships, strengthening peace of mind and striving to prevent crime and disorder in the City of Lake Charles.

05/27/2026
Memorial Day is dedicated to those who went on deployment and never returned. Today at LCPD we take a moment to reflect ...
05/25/2026

Memorial Day is dedicated to those who went on deployment and never returned.

Today at LCPD we take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made and honor the brave souls who gave their lives in service to our country.

Their memory lives on in our hearts.

05/21/2026

The Lake Charles Police Department Traffic Division is investigating a hit-and-run crash that occurred on May 5, 2026, at the intersection of W. McNeese Street and Ashland Street. The crash happened at approximately 1:56 p.m.

The suspect vehicle is described as an older-model, off-white Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC Yukon. At the time of the crash, the vehicle did not have a license plate displayed.

Anyone with information about the suspect vehicle or the incident is urged to contact Sgt. B. Puckett at 337-491-1311. Tips may also be provided anonymously through the Lake Charles Police Department mobile app.

05/14/2026
05/12/2026

Thank you to Elite Service Recovery & Towing, LLC for stopping by LCPD Headquarters with a thoughtful thank you during .

We truly appreciate the support and kindness shown to our officers and staff!

05/11/2026
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04/30/2026

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Lake Charles, LA
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