The Louisville Metro Police Department has an authorized strength of 1,200 personnel and currently serves a population of approximately 709,264.
The Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD) began operations on January 6, 2003, as part of the creation of the consolidated city-county government in Louisville, Kentucky. It was formed by the merger of the Jefferson County Police Department and the Louisville Division of Police.
6 Heroes have given their lives in the line of duty during the history of the Louisville Metro Police Department.