How to File a Compliment or Complaint about the Fort Wayne Police Department (IN)

Filing Your Compliment or Complaint

This department does not offer an online submission form but provides a PDF form for filing complaints or compliments. Please download the form and follow the instructions below.

Share your positive experience or commend a Fort Wayne Police Department officer or employee.

Submit your complaint against a Fort Wayne Police Department officer or employee.

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Fort Wayne Police Department Fort Wayne Police Information

This is the internal affairs office for the Fort Wayne Police Department. They are responsible for collecting and investigating police conduct reports from the community.

Contact the Fort Wayne Police Department for additional information about how they collect and handle police conduct reports.

Reporting Access Features for the Fort Wayne Police Department

Below is a summary of the reporting access features available for the Fort Wayne Police Department. These features highlight the available options and potential requirements for submitting your feedback.

Online Submission Form

The Fort Wayne Police Department does not yet offer an online submission form to file compliments and complaints.

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PDF Police Conduct Reporting Form

Download and print the Internal Affairs Office's PDF reporting form.

Dedicated Webpage for Filing Information

The Internal Affairs Office has a dedicated webpage detailing how to file a police conduct report.

Homepage Link to Conduct Reporting Information

The Fort Wayne Police Department homepage does not provide a clearly labeled link to information about filing a complaint.

Does Not Accept Anonymous Police Conduct Reports

Caution: The Internal Affairs Office does not accept anonymous police complaints.

Why do some departments not accept anonymous complaints?
Some police departments require complainants to identify themselves to ensure the complaint is genuine or to follow up on an investigation.

Many departments and oversight agencies, however, do accept anonymous complaints to encourage more people to provide feedback without fear of retaliation.

No Filing Deadlines

There is no time limit for filing a complaint with the Internal Affairs Office after a police incident.