The Fort Scott Police Department (FSPD) is committed to reducing crime and serving the community through fair, quality policing. The vision of the Fort Scott Police Department is to be a leader in law enforcement through strong community partnerships, professionally developed employees, enhanced technology, and strategic and succession planning.
Fort Scott is located 70 miles south of the Kansas City Metro area and 30 miles north of Pittsburg, Kansas. Fort Scott is the County Seat and is the shopping and service hub for most of Bourbon County residents.
Police Department Staff
Authorized man power for the FSPD is 20 Police Officers, 8 Dispatchers and other support personnel.