Cleveland Division of Police

🚔 YOUR FUTURE STARTS THIS MONTH! 🚔

Ready to take the first step toward a career with the Cleveland Division of Police?

Join us for our Hiring Event on:
June 26, 27 & 28, 2026
8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Cleveland City Hall
601 Lakeside Ave., Cleveland, OH 44114

Complete your application and NTN exam
Participate in the Physical Fitness Assessment (dress to complete the Cooper Fitness Standards)
Receive a pre-conditional job offer upon successful completion of a preliminary background check

Don't wait! Your badge, your career, and your opportunity to serve the City of Cleveland could begin this month.

🚨Stolen vehicle recovered. Two fi****ms seized. Two juveniles arrested.🚨

What started as proactive enforcement by the 2nd District Violent Crime Reduction Team (VCRT) quickly led to the recovery of a stolen Dodge Durango, the seizure of two fi****ms, and the arrest of two juveniles with the assistance from our Gang Impact Unit (GIU)

The Cleveland Division of Police continues working every day to reduce violent crime, recover stolen vehicles, and keep our neighborhoods safe through teamwork, technology, and proactive policing.

🚔🌟 Join the Cleveland Police Explorers Open House! 🌟🚔

Are you interested in law enforcement, leadership, community service, and hands-on training? Come learn what the Cleveland Police Explorers Post #7 is all about!

📅 Thursday, June 26
⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
📍 Public Safety Central
2001 Payne Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44114

Meet our Explorers and Advisors, learn about the program, see demonstrations, cookout, games and discover the opportunities available through the Law Enforcement Exploring Program. Whether you’re interested in a future career in law enforcement or simply want to develop leadership skills and give back to your community, there’s a place for you here!

✅ Meet current Explorers
✅ Learn leadership and teamwork skills
✅ Explore law enforcement career opportunities
✅ See equipment and demonstrations
✅ Build lifelong friendships and experiences

The Cleveland Police Explorer Program is open to young men and women interested in developing the skills, knowledge, and character needed to become tomorrow’s leaders.

📧 [email protected]
📞 216-623-5080

Discover. Learn. Lead. We look forward to meeting you! 🚔💙

🚨 CPOP INITIATIVE HELPS LEAD TO AGGRAVATED ROBBERY ARREST 🚨

On May 11th, officers responded to the 3900 block of St. Clair Ave. for an aggravated robbery where a victim was assaulted at gunpoint and his vehicle stolen. The suspect later crashed the vehicle and fled on foot.

Third District Violent Crime Reduction Team (VCRT) detectives launched an investigation and shared suspect images with district officers. Through Community Problem-Oriented Policing (CPOP) follow-ups, Neighborhood Response Group (NRG) officers were able to identify the suspect’s location, leading to the arrest of a 21-year-old male and recovery of a firearm.

This case highlights the effectiveness of CPOP in addressing community concerns and supporting violent crime investigations.

Outstanding teamwork by Third District VICE, VCRT, K9, NRG, and patrol officers.

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost is asking Ohio Law Enforcement Agencies to pledge to commit to 250 acts of kindness in 2026.

Recently, a family became victims of a theft, leaving this young man borrowing shoes from friends just to keep doing what he loves most — playing basketball.

When Cleveland Police Deputy Chief Morris, Deputy Chief Schlacht & officers learned about the situation, they knew they had to help. Officers got him a pair of shoes & personally dropped them off. Now this young man has some new Donovan (“Spida”) Mitchell shoes 🏀

A simple gesture, but one with a lasting impact. That’s what community is all about.

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Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and defending our country.

As we gather with family and friends, attend ceremonies, or simply enjoy the day, we encourage everyone to take a moment to reflect on the true meaning of this day and remember those who never made it home. Their sacrifice, service, and legacy will never be forgotten.

The Cleveland Division of Police proudly honors our nation’s fallen heroes and extends our gratitude to all who have served and continue to serve our country.

**This person is no longer missing. **

The Cleveland Division of Police is proud to support this great initiative focused on keeping our community safe ahead of Memorial Day Weekend.

Project Plan Ahead is offering $15 in rideshare credits to help prevent impaired driving during the holiday weekend. Ride credits can be redeemed between 5:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m. from May 22 through May 26, 2026.

Please plan ahead, make safe choices, and help keep our roads safe for everyone this holiday weekend.

For additional details and redemption information, please visit the link below:

Project Plan Ahead | Ohio Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer – and with that comes the official start of the busy road travel season. Keeping safety top of mind will help you start your road trip off right.

After a week-long investigation, Fifth District Vice Unit detectives executed a search warrant, recovering suspected crack co***ne, ma*****na, two loaded handguns, a scale, and cash linked to drug activity.

A 52-year-old male was arrested and charged with drug trafficking and having weapons under disability.

The Cleveland Division of Police remains committed to proactive investigations and keeping illegal drugs and fi****ms off our streets. Great Work by our Detectives in the Fifth District!

Today, Chief Prosecutor Jordan, for the City of Cleveland, with the support of several judges & members of the Cleveland Division of Police, hosted a group of outstanding scholars from the John Marshall High School CTAG (Closing the Achievement Gap) Program. The event provided these young individuals with an opportunity to learn more about the justice system and explore future career opportunities in law and public service.

Students were encouraged to ask any questions they had, regardless of the topic, and received thoughtful responses from officers, judges, and prosecutors throughout the day.

Three judges graciously agreed to host students in their courtrooms this year: Michelle D. Earley, Andrea Nelson-Moore, and Bridgette O'Brien. Students had the opportunity to observe courtroom proceedings and gain firsthand insight into the judicial process.

The panel discussion during the lunch-and-learn session featured Detective Gessino from the 1st District, Detective Johnson from the 2nd District, Detective Dunn from the 3rd District, Detective Freehoffer from the Domestic Violence Unit, and Prosecutor Isaiah Pinckney, who helped round out an engaging and informative conversation with the students.