Fort Walton Beach Police Department Earns Reaccreditation From CFA With Full Compliance

The Fort Walton Beach Police Department has earned reaccreditation from the Commission for Florida Law Enforcement Accreditation with no non-compliant findings, reaffirming its commitment to professional standards and community accountability.
Fort Walton Beach accepts $152k ICE grant under 287(g) program

Fort Walton Beach will take $152,500 in federal ICE funds to support its 287(g) immigration partnership β but not everyone agrees itβs a good idea. Officials say it wonβt change local policing, while residents voiced strong opinions on both sides.