Fort Worth Police Department Recruitment Video Highlights Community Support

Fort Worth PD Recruitment Surge

• 🚀 The Fort Worth Police Department is experiencing an unprecedented rise in officer applications.
• 💡 This surge is attributed, in part, to the strong community and city leader support for the police department.

New Recruitment Video Strategy

• 🎬 A new recruitment video features Police Chief Eddie Garcia and emphasizes the full backing of city leaders.
• 💬 The video aims to assure potential applicants that wearing the badge is supported, with statements from City Manager Jay Chapa reinforcing this message.

Impact of Leadership and Support

• 📈 Chief Eddie Garcia's appointment has significantly boosted interest, with a notable increase in applications after he became a candidate.
• 🎯 Studies suggest that highlighting officer support can attract a broader and historically untapped pool of applicants.
• 📊 In 2025 alone, Fort Worth PD received 3,952 officer applications, with over half submitted after Garcia's arrival.

Current Staffing and Future Outlook

• 🛠️ Currently, out of 1,960 officer positions, 1,728 are filled.
• ✅ The department, with a focus on young recruits, believes it is on the right track to meet its staffing needs.