Canton Police Department (Ohio)

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Canton Police Department (Ohio) Chief John Gabbard The first man to hold this job was Fred S. McCloud, who previously has served as an elected marshall. He served as chief until 1906.

Although Canton was founded in 1805 by the late Bezaleel Wells, its first chief of police was not appointed until almost a century later in 1903.

🎃👻 THANK YOU, STARK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE! 👻🎃The Canton Police Department would like to thank Stark County Sheriff Eri...
10/22/2026

🎃👻 THANK YOU, STARK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE! 👻🎃

The Canton Police Department would like to thank Stark County Sheriff Eric Weisburn for hosting a wonderful Trunk or Treat Halloween Street Fair at the Stark County Fairgrounds last night! 🍬🍭

We appreciate the opportunity to come together with our fellow law enforcement partners and community members to celebrate the Halloween season and make lasting memories with local families. Events like these help strengthen the bond between our agencies and the community we proudly serve. 🧡🖤

Thank you to everyone who helped make this event a success! We look forward to more opportunities to connect with our community.

🎃👮 From our family to yours, have a safe and happy Halloween! 👻

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10/21/2026

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The Canton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual pictured below in connection with a burglary on Prospect Avenue SW in Canton.

📸 Do you recognize this individual? Any information, no matter how small, could help our detectives with this investigation.

📞 Contact Detective Deeken: 330-438-4422

📱 Submit an anonymous tip by text: Text CANTON followed by your tip to 847411.

Please share this post to help us identify this individual and move the investigation forward.

Thank you for your continued support and assistance!

10/14/2026

📞 Start Your Career with the City of Canton!

Looking for an opportunity to make a difference without years of experience? The City of Canton is hiring Telecommunicators (911 Dispatchers), and this could be your next career move! 🚨

No prior dispatch experience? This is an opportunity to get your foot in the door and build a career in public safety while serving your community!

You'll answer calls, coordinate emergency responses, and help connect Canton residents with the services they need most.

Ready to get started? Apply today and take the first step toward a meaningful career with the City of Canton!

🔗 governmentjobs.com/careers/cantonohio

10/14/2026

📢 EVENT CANCELLATION NOTICE 🌧️

⚠️ Police in Parks – Harmont Park

Due to the potential for inclement weather, tonight’s Police in Parks event at Harmont Park has been CANCELED.

We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing everyone at a future event!

👮‍♂️💙 Stay safe, and thank you for being part of our community! 💙

🎃👻 THANK YOU, FRITO-LAY! 👻🎃The Canton Police Department would like to extend a huge thank-you to Frito-Lay for donating ...
10/14/2026

🎃👻 THANK YOU, FRITO-LAY! 👻🎃

The Canton Police Department would like to extend a huge thank-you to Frito-Lay for donating Rold Gold pretzels for our officers to hand out while on patrol this Halloween! 🥨🚔

Frito-Lay has generously supported this tradition for many years, and we are grateful for their continued commitment to giving back to our local community. It’s partnerships like these that help make Halloween a little more special for everyone! ❤️

Thank you, Frito-Lay, for your continued generosity and support of the Canton community! 🙌🎃

10/14/2026

POLICE IN PARKS INITIATIVE 🌳
Friendly Reminder!!!

The Canton Police Community Involvement Unit (CIU) is inviting residents in the Harmont Park area to come out and meet with Canton Police today Wednesday October 14th from 4-6PM as part of our Police in Parks Initiative and Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN).

This is a great opportunity to meet our officers, ask questions, share concerns, and talk about what’s happening in your neighborhood. Your information and concerns can help us identify issues affecting the safety and quality of life in our community.

📍 Harmont Park
Wednesday, October 14th | 4:00–6:00 PM

Please share this post and spread the word with your neighbors, friends, and family.

We hope to see you there! 🤝🏘️

We are aware of an AI-generated image circulating social media stating we're hosting a Hide and Seek. This is a hoax tha...
10/08/2026

We are aware of an AI-generated image circulating social media stating we're hosting a Hide and Seek. This is a hoax that has hit several departments across the country. We would love to see you, just not in this way.

If you are looking for safe ways to enjoy this spooky season, we'll see you at Canton Parks and Recreation Trunk or Treat on October 29 from 5:30-7:30 pm in Stadium Park or make sure to say hello during trick or treating on October 31 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Have a safe Halloween season.

10/07/2026

📢 Don’t forget! Our Police in Parks Neighborhood Meeting is TONIGHT! 👮🏽‍♀️🌳

📍 King Park — 6th & High St. NW
🕓 4:00–6:00 PM

Come out and meet the Canton Police, connect with your neighbors, and let us know what’s going on in your neighborhood. Your voice matters, and your input helps us better understand the needs and concerns of our community.

We hope to see you there! 🤝🏽🏘️👮🏽‍♂️

09/28/2026

🌳 POLICE IN PARKS INITIATIVE 🌳
Friendly Reminder!

The Canton Police Community Involvement Unit (CIU) invites residents in the Brian’s Park area to come out and meet with Canton Police this Wednesday, September 30, from 4:00–6:00 PM as part of our Police in Parks Initiative and Project Safe Neighborhoods (PSN).

🤝 This is a great opportunity to:
• Meet our officers
• Ask questions
• Share concerns
• Talk about what’s happening in your neighborhood

Your feedback and concerns can help us better understand issues affecting the safety and quality of life in our community.

📍 Brian’s Park
📅 Wednesday, September 30
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

Please share this post and spread the word with your neighbors, friends, and family! 🏘️

We hope to see you there! 🤝

Address

221 3rd Street SW
Canton, OH
44702

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+13304893100

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