Road Patrol Division
Protecting and serving DeKalb County through visible presence and rapid response
Division Mission
The Road Patrol Division serves as the primary law enforcement presence throughout DeKalb County. Our deputies are responsible for responding to calls for service, enforcing traffic laws, and maintaining public safety across our 726 square miles of jurisdiction.
Operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, our patrol deputies are often the first responders to emergencies and serve as the visible connection between law enforcement and the community we protect.
Patrol Operations
- •24/7 emergency response to calls for service
- •Proactive patrol and crime prevention
- •Criminal investigations and initial case reports
- •Community policing initiatives
- •Coordination with other law enforcement agencies
Traffic Safety
- •Traffic accident investigation and response
- •Operating While Intoxicated enforcement and detection
- •Speed enforcement in residential areas
- •Traffic safety education programs
Coverage Area
The Road Patrol Division covers all of DeKalb County's 363 square miles, organized into patrol districts for efficient response and community engagement.
Service Area Statistics:
- • 363 square miles of jurisdiction
- • Population of approximately 43,000
- • Rapid emergency response
- • Dedicated patrol deputies on active duty
Contact Patrol
Emergency:
911
Non-Emergency:
(260) 925-3365
Administrative Office:
215 E 8th St
Auburn, IN 46706
Hours:
24/7 Emergency Response
Administrative: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM