FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – The City of Fort Wayne has a new police chief. Mayor Sharon Tucker announced the leadership change at the Fort Wayne Police Department on Thursday. It has not been made public why Chief Scott Caudill stepped down. P.J. Smith has assumed the role of police chief. Smith was sworn in by Mayor Tucker on Thursday.
The City released the following:
“I want to wish Scott the very best. I’m appreciative of his time and dedication in overseeing our department,” said Mayor Tucker. “Moving forward, I’m grateful for P.J. and his commitment to taking on a new role in leading our department. I trust and value his professionalism and experience. He will do a great job leading the women and men of the FWPD.”
Smith joined the Fort Wayne Police Department in 1983. He has held the ranks of sergeant, captain, and deputy chief. In addition, Smith has served on the Emergency Services Team and the Metro Squad. Smith earned a bachelor’s degree from Trine University in Applied Management.
“I look forward to humbly serving the citizens of our community and the officers of the Fort Wayne Police Department as we move forward together,” said Chief Smith.
Fort Wayne is a safe city, and residents can take comfort in knowing the safety and well-being of our community will continue.
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