In law enforcement, a community focus involves establishing strong, trust-based relationships between police officers and the communities they serve. At the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department, this means collaborating with residents,community organizations and businesses to promote safety, understanding and mutual respect. By engaging with the community, our department strives to be more than just a law enforcement agency; we aim to be a partner in addressing broader issues related to crime prevention, education and public safety.
 

Community Policing

The Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department utilizes the community-oriented policing approach to resolve law enforcement concerns in the community. This philosophy is focused on building partnerships between agencies, community organizations and citizens. Community-oriented policing encourages partners to develop solutions proactively to address underlying safety concerns.
 

Community Engagement

Lighthorse officers share information on a variety of public safety topics at schools, festivals and other community events. Interacting with our communities builds trust among citizens and their law enforcement agencies. Annually, the Chickasaw Lighthorse Police Department interacts with thousands of residents, businesses and tourists visiting the Chickasaw Nation.