Author: Mariah Wheeler

Ogden, UT – The Ogden City Police Department is highlighting its ongoing investment in officer training aimed at improving public safety outcomes through communication, de-escalation, and crisis intervention. According to the department, its firearms training program is supported by extensive instruction designed to prepare officers for a wide range of real-world scenarios. Officials emphasized that effective use-of-force training extends beyond firearms proficiency and must include opportunities for officers to resolve incidents without physical force whenever possible. The department’s simulation training systems allow instructors to adjust scenarios in real time, escalating or de-escalating situations based on officer responses. This approach gives…

Ogden, UT – The Weber Fraternal Order of Police will host its annual Trunk or Treat on Monday, October 27, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Newgate Mall in the southwest parking lot. Members of the Ogden City Police Department, along with other Weber County public safety agencies, will participate in the event to help kick off Halloween week with the community. Families are invited to attend and enjoy a safe, family-friendly evening with local law enforcement and first responders who serve Ogden City and Weber County.