Officer Carl “Tony” Carlson of the Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has been named the Florida Crime Prevention Association’s (FCPA) Crime Prevention Practitioner of the Year for 2025. The award recognizes a Florida law enforcement professional who has demonstrated exceptional performance and contributions in crime prevention over the past year.
Officer Carlson, who has served Tallahassee for 27 years, currently works in TPD’s Crime Prevention and Community Relations Unit. For the last two years, he has overseen crime prevention and neighborhood engagement efforts in the Northwest District of Tallahassee. His responsibilities include coordinating with residents, community organizations, and local businesses to enhance safety.
As part of his role, Officer Carlson acts as the primary liaison for more than 20 neighborhood crime watch associations and over 50 homeowner’s associations. He provides security surveys, safety education, and community support. He also leads department-wide programs such as the Child Safety Seat Installation Program, Drug and Alcohol Awareness Presentations, and the Blanket Trespass Warning Letter Program for businesses and residents. Officer Carlson holds certifications as a Florida Crime Prevention Practitioner, Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) specialist, and Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) instructor.
“Officer Carlson’s commitment to proactive policing and community partnership reflects the very best of what we stand for at TPD and our motto: Here for You,” said Chief Lawrence Revell. “His leadership in crime prevention and dedication to the safety of our neighborhoods exemplify the professionalism, service and excellence our officers bring to this city every day. We are incredibly proud to see his hard work recognized at the state level.”
The award will be presented during the annual FCPA Crime Prevention Conference. The Tallahassee Police Department congratulated Officer Carlson on receiving this recognition and thanked him for his ongoing service and leadership in crime prevention.
