Police

Operations Division

Year in Review

For a summary of annual crime statistics compiled by the Paducah Police Department, read the most recent Annual Report.

To read the release issued January 6, 2026, regarding the 7th consecutive year for crime to decline, visit 2025 Crime Statistics Overview.

Calls for Service and Arrests 

The Paducah Police Department averages 50,000 calls for service each year.  That number includes officer-initiated calls.  

Citizens' Police Academy

The Paducah Police Department's Citizens' Police Academy (CPA) is a free program for citizens 18 years of age or older. It focuses on building a strong partnership between the police department and the community. The Paducah Police Department also offers a Junior Citizens' Police Academy for teens ages 13 to 18 (see below). 

Captain Nathan Jaimet began his law enforcement career with the Paducah Police Department in 2008.

The Administration Division oversees the department's day-to-day operations.

Welcome from Police Chief Brian Laird