Port St. Lucie Police
St Lucie County Safety Fest
Chief represents during Axon Week
Chief Leo Niemczyk represented the department at Axon Week, from April 7-10, in Nashville, Tenn., where he delivered remarks on the role of emerging technology in modernizing public safety operations.
Addressing law enforcement and industry leaders, Chief Niemczyk outlined a strategic vision centered on leveraging advanced technology to strengthen and augment departmental resources. His discussion highlighted three key components of the department’ s current technological roadmap:
The Port St. Lucie Police Department was proud to stand alongside its partners at the 12th annual Safety Fest, connecting with the people we serve.
From live demonstrations to handson experiences, this event wasn’ t just about showcasing what we do; it was about building trust, strengthening relationships and investing in the next generation of our community.
• Drone as First Responder( DFR): Expanding the use of unmanned aerial systems to provide immediate aerial situational awareness at emergency scenes, reducing response times for critical incidents and improving officer safety by assessing threats before ground units arrive.
• Automated License Plate Readers( ALPR): Using advanced ALPR networks to rapidly identify stolen vehicles, locate
missing persons and generate actionable intelligence, allowing detectives to solve crimes faster.
• Real-Time Information Center Software: Deploying integrated software solutions that consolidate data streams into a unified command view, enabling staff to make faster, data-driven decisions during complex operations. www. PSLPolice. com
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Dispatcher Appreciation Week
Chief Niemczyk brought in breakfast for our St. Lucie County Department of Public Safety’ s 911 call takers and dispatchers in honor of National Dispatcher Appreciation Week.