The City of Jasper, Indiana

“Heroes don't wear capes they wear a police uniform.” 

A day doesn’t pass without a significant action by one or more members of the Jasper Police Department.  Under the direction of Chief Michael Bennett and Assistant Chief Nathan Schmitt, the 22 officers serve the citizens of Jasper well.  From homes to our schools, from highways to neighborhoods, JPD responds to calls from an ever-growing city.  In fact, Jasper has grown by nearly 1,000 people since 2010 - from 14,572 to 15,538.  JPD statistics indicate the increase and the changes in our society:

• In 2016, there were 9,397 calls for service, a 28% increase since 2012.
• In 2016, there were 4, 582 traffic stops resulting in 921 citations issued. This is a 9% increase in stops since 2013 and reflects a 4:1 warning-to-citation ratio. 
• In 2016, there were 804 reports taken (accident, criminal, incident, etc.) a 34% increase since 2012.
• In 2016, there were 517 criminal arrests, a 7% increase since 2012. There were 62 drug arrest with the K-9 in 2016, a 79% increase since 2013.
• In 2016, officer reports show 71 community relations details (programs, car seat inspections, tours, etc.) an increase of 58% since 2012.
• In 2016, there were 216 domestic violence calls, a 48% increase since 2014. This was a major factor in the Department becoming involved in the Lethality Assessment Program to help victims following an incident.
• In 2016, officers drove 218,700 miles, a 3% increase over last year.

I am grateful for the work of the Jasper Police Department and you should be, too.

Mayor Terry Seitz