Adult Programs

The Columbus Police Department offers a wide variety of community programs for adults, including the Firearms Safety Course, Women’s Self-Defense class, Public Safety Academy, and PT with the Police.

Youth Programs

Youth programs are offered throughout the year from the Columbus Police Department. They include D.A.R.E., the Youth Academy, Precision Driving for Teens, and the Cadets program.

Guest Speakers

As a service to our community, our officers are available to speak at engagements free of charge. Listed below are some topics of our officers’ expertise:

  • Active Shooter
  • Domestic Violence
  • K-9 Demonstrations
  • Defensive Tactics/ Self-Defense
  • Prescription Diversion
  • Emergency Driving
  • Firearms Training
  • Hazardous Devices

To schedule an officer as a guest speaker, please contact Sgt. Skylar Berry at 376-2605 or sberry@columbus.in.gov .

Neighborhood Watch

Residents are responsible for organizing and maintaining a Neighborhood Watch program. The Columbus Police Department can assist in establishing the program and partner with Neighborhood Watch groups.

Residents should never approach suspicious individuals or try to stop a crime from happening. However, residents can make a difference and help police by providing detailed descriptions of suspects and vehicles.

For more information contact Sgt. Skylar Berry at 812-376-2605.

Police

Dispatch
(812) 379-1689

Front Desk
(812) 376-2600

Records Division
123 Washington Street
Columbus, IN 47201
(812) 376-2653
Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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