Under Chief Dennis Quinn, The Fort Dodge Police Department (FDPD) consists of 40 sworn officers actively working for the safety and security of its citizens. The FDPD's basic mission is the prevention of crime. The FDPD attempts this goal through prevention, deterrence, and apprehension of offenders with the gathering of evidence.

The Webster County Crime Stoppers organization has served the Webster County area for more than 30 years by providing a critical link between law enforcement services and the public. Directed by a board of committed volunteers, Crime Stoppers’ number one priority is to provide a safer community for all citizens and visitors of Fort Dodge, which positively impacts the quality of life.

If you have any information about a crime that's been committed, call the Webster County Crime Stoppers at 515.573.1444 or 800.542.9702, text "LEC" and your tip to 2-7-4-6-3-7 or email info@wccrimestoppers.com. You can also submit a tip online at www.wccrimestoppers.com. Your information will be taken in strictest confidence. Anonymity is protected and you never have to give your name. Tips that lead to the arrest of suspects, as well as the recovery of stolen property and drugs are eligible for cash rewards of up to $1,000, which are paid to tipsters on an anonymous basis.

Webster County Emergency Management is a coordinated effort, involving local, state, and federal government agencies as well as volunteer organizations and businesses. These various entities assist citizens and their communities to prepare for, respond to, recover from, and eliminate or reduce the effects of natural, civil, and technological emergencies and disasters. The primary goal is to prevent injuries. save lives, and reduce property damage in the community.

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health First Aid (adult) is a virtual training course designed to give members of the public key skills in mental health literacy and the ability to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. It is the gold standard of learning how to help others in distress. Learn more:

Mental Health First Aid

Stress on the Farm:

This 40-minute program, geared toward the agriculture community, includes information on the body’s response to stress, signs of stress, strategies to cope with stress, how to help others, and where to find resources. Now available virtually. Learn more:

Farm and Ranch Well Being and Mental Health

Iowa Concern Resources for Mental Health

Covid Recovery Iowa

The Webster County Sheriff's Department serves Webster County in all areas of law enforcement and is staffed by Sheriff James V. Stubbs, 16 sworn Deputies (I.L.E.A. Certified Peace Officers), four civil clerks, two civil process servers and a reserve unit.