TEMPE (AZFamily) — An East Valley police department is set to give viewers a behind-the-scenes look on national TV as officers patrol and respond to calls throughout the city.
The Tempe Police Department will appear on the nationally televised documentary series On Patrol: Live beginning Friday, May 29.
The show documents police work in real time as officers respond to everyday calls and conduct patrol operations.
Beginning Friday, May 29, Tempe PD will be appearing on the TV series “On Patrol: Live.”
Tune in every Friday & Saturday from 6-9 p.m. MST. Watch Live on REELZ+ and Peacock, and catch episodes on Amazon Prime Video, Roku Channel, & other streaming platforms.#OPLive #OPNation pic.twitter.com/t0Gv3YZT22— Tempe Police Department (@TempePolice) May 23, 2026
Hosted by Dan Abrams, On Patrol: Live airs Friday and Saturday nights on REELZ.
It features a diverse mix of law enforcement agencies from around the country, ranging from small-town sheriff’s offices to large metropolitan police departments.
“People often see police work through headlines or brief moments in a crisis. On Patrol: Live allows us to share a broader picture of our officers, our values, and the many ways we serve and connect with the community,” Tempe Police Chief Ken McCoy said.
This isn’t the first time an Arizona agency has worked on a similar show. The Arizona Department of Public Safety previously appeared on the show’s predecessor, Live PD, during its first season in 2016.
The department says participating provides an opportunity to give the public a closer look at the day-to-day realities of policing and the people behind the badge, while supporting transparency and community engagement.
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