Riding With (2024-Present)

Riding With is a dynamic web series that offers an unfiltered look at the daily operations of the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS), with a spotlight on traffic enforcement. Produced entirely within the department by Red Watch Productions founder Zach Hamelton in his role as the department’s Public Information Officer, the series follows PSO II Ryan Roddie, and PSO II Joseph Gonzales, as they navigate the challenges and lighter moments of public safety.

From humorous traffic stops and bizarre excuses to high-stakes incidents like shots fired calls, fires, and high-speed chases, the series provides an authentic and engaging view of the diverse roles public safety officers play. Designed to entertain, educate, and recruit, Riding With gives the community and aspiring officers a front-row seat to the realities of law enforcement. Whether showcasing the humor, intensity, or humanity of the job, the series offers a compelling perspective on what it means to serve and protect in Kalamazoo.