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Police and Fire
The Valparaiso Police Dept. is located at 355 S. Washington St. The Police Chief is Jeffrey Balon and the Asst. Chief is Michael DeHaven. Captain of Patrol is David Richardson and Captain of Investigation is Brian McDonald. The department has six K9 teams. All dogs are trained in narcotic detection, tracking, evidence location, handler protection, and suspect apprehension. The Valparaiso Police Department’s Bicycle Patrol Unit was implemented in the spring of 2004 with four officers, patrolling from May to October,. The largest and most visible division is the Patrol Division. Officers are divided into four crews that work 12-hour shifts.
The non-emergency phone number is 219-462-2135. For emergencies, dial 9-1-1.
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The Valparaiso Fire Dept. is headquartered at 2605 Cumberland Dr., Station No. 2. There are three fire stations. Station 1 is located at 205 Indiana Ave., and Station 3 is located at County Rd. 222 North and 250 West. The Fire Chief is Chad Dutz and Asst. Chiefs are Jon Daley - line operations and Scott Arnold - Emergency Medical Services. (EMS). The department was established in 1868. Administrative hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The non-emergency number is 219-462-8325.
The Valparaiso Fire Department is a career department made up of 68 men and women, that serve the citizens of Valparaiso and Center Township. Valparaiso Fire is also responsible for providing Advanced Life Support ambulance service throughout their coverage area that includes a population of 45,000 and covers an area of approximately 33 square miles.
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