The Valparaiso Police Department is again participating in National Night Out, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 1, 2023. National Night Out is a nationwide event, bringing communities and police together under positive conditions, creating an exchange of ideas, and developing a partnership with citizens, the news release said. The festivities will begin at 6 p.m. as Valparaiso Police will again be making stops within subdivisions and organized groups throughout the night. Prior years have included games, ice cream socials, cook outs, and small block parties. You can hear more about the event at Region Newsmakers at News Audio on Demand here at our website.
The Valparaiso Police Department is inviting community members and neighborhood groups to organize events and activities as part of the national celebration. Valparaiso Police officers and civilian staff will be visiting neighborhoods throughout the city to show their support of the citizens. Members of the department will include K9, Bike Patrol, support staff, Patrol Division, and Investigations. This will be the 19th year of participation for the Valparaiso Police Department.
To be part of this year’s event, contact Valparaiso Police Captain Joe Hall via email or at 219-462-2135. Registration closes Monday, July 24, 2023, at 4:00 p.m.
