Niceville’s New Top Cop Announced at City Council Meeting

Niceville’s new police chief has plenty of experience reforming and modernizing departments. Here’s what we know about him.
Niceville Named Safest City In Florida Again

For the second consecutive year, Niceville, Florida, claims the title of the safest town in Florida, boasting a decline in violent crime rates. With numbers significantly below both the national and state averages, Niceville sets a new standard for community safety.
Delay Means Country Star Phelps Can’t Marshal Niceville Christmas Parade

🚨 Update Alert! 🎄 Niceville-Valparaiso Christmas Parade now on Dec 9th! 🎉 Despite the shift, expect festive fun and a special twist with Grand Marshal Hunter Phelps! Let’s prioritize safety for a memorable celebration! 🚦🍬
Alone, Unafraid: Training Reveals The Realities of Active Shooter Response For Niceville Police

Niceville Police Officers undergo specialized training for active shooter scenarios, emphasizing the critical need for rapid response in the first moments of an incident. Chief Popwell aims to instill a sense of gravity in his officers, preparing them for the harsh realities they might face when protecting the community.
Niceville Runners to Honor Fallen Police Dogs on National Police K-9 Day

Niceville Runners will honor Niceville PD K-9 Blue and other fallen police dogs on September 1. Here’s how you can sign up to support them.
GOOD NEWS: Niceville arrests, calls for service continue to drop.

Niceville Police Officers made thirteen arrests for the month of April – according to a report from Niceville Police Chief David Popwell given at Niceville’s city council meeting on May 9th.
Niceville Police: Felony Arrest Numbers High For A Second Month in a Row in January

Police make almost 20 felony arrests in January The Niceville Police Department released their monthly crime statistics for the month of January, 2023 – and the number of felony arrests were higher than average over the last year. Niceville police officers made a total of 17 felony arrests – the most since Mid Bay […]
Niceville Police Use Camera System to Track Down Man Who Allegedly Shot at Driver on Rocky Bayou Bridge

Despite being charged with two felonies, the suspect spent a total of one hour, 17 minutes in jail.
Niceville Police Release December ’22 Crime Stats

The City of Niceville’s Police Department saw an increase in arrests as 2022 drew to a close.
Niceville Police Release Arrests Stats for November 2022

The Niceville Police Department Released their crime statistics for the month of November at December 13th’s city council meeting.