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The Gahanna Division of Police is a community-focused, professionally-minded law enforcement agency led by Chief Jeffrey Spence. It is comprised of 62 full-time sworn officers, three part-time sworn officers, 11 communications technicians, three reserve (volunteer) officers and eight civilian support staff members. The Division is divided into four components Support Services, Investigative Services, Field Services, and Communications. The Gahanna Division of Police is a certified law enforcement agency through the Ohio Collaborative Community Police Advisory Board. This forum is not monitored 24/7 so in an emergency dial 9-1-1.* and for non-emergencies call 614-342-4240. The Gahanna Division of Police reserves the right to remove any content for reasons including, but not limited to, comments that contain obscenities, threats and personal attacks. Any content posted or submitted for posting is subject to public disclosure.

💀🚔 Meet Officer Skellington! He may be all bones, but he’s ready to keep the Halloween fun in check.Keep your eyes peele...
10/22/2026

💀🚔 Meet Officer Skellington! He may be all bones, but he’s ready to keep the Halloween fun in check.

Keep your eyes peeled for this spooky officer at the Gahanna-Jefferson Schools Preschool's Trunk or Treat and the Great Gahanna Goblin Fest tomorrow and say hello if you spot him out and about. We can’t promise he’ll crack a smile, but we know he’s dying to meet you!

🍬 Trunk or Treat | Oct. 22 from 4:30 - 6 p.m. | Clark Hall Parking Lot
👻 Great Gahanna Goblin Fest | Oct. 23 from 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. | Academy Park

Please join us in welcoming Emilee Dunn to the Gahanna Division of Police!Emilee will serve as a Management Analyst for ...
10/22/2026

Please join us in welcoming Emilee Dunn to the Gahanna Division of Police!

Emilee will serve as a Management Analyst for our Police Records team, helping improve records management processes, support policies and procedures, and ensure public records and information are handled efficiently and accessible to the community.

Emilee is currently studying Criminal Behavior at Tiffin University and brings valuable records experience from Children’s Hospital and the Grove City Police Department.

When asked what excites her about working for Gahanna, Emilee shared, “Gahanna is an amazing Division and I am excited to be a part of the team.”

We’re excited to welcome Emilee to the team and look forward to the knowledge and experience she’ll bring to our Division of Police.

💊 Help keep our community safe by cleaning out your medicine cabinet!Unused or expired prescription medications can end ...
10/21/2026

💊 Help keep our community safe by cleaning out your medicine cabinet!

Unused or expired prescription medications can end up in the wrong hands, putting others at risk. Prescription Drug Take Back Day offers a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of unwanted medications and help prevent prescription drug misuse.

📅 Saturday, October 24
⏰ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Kroger Parking Lot (300 S. Hamilton Road)

Take a few minutes to clean out your medicine cabinet and bring your unused medications to be safely disposed of. Together, we can help protect our families and keep our community safe.

Help honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces at the Veterans Day Ceremony. This event...
10/21/2026

Help honor the brave men and women who have served in our nation’s armed forces at the Veterans Day Ceremony. This event, presented by the Gahanna Veterans Memorial Committee, will feature speeches, patriotic music, and a moment of silence to reflect on their sacrifice and service.

📅 Wednesday, November 11 at 11 a.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Park

Welcome back to the City of Gahanna, Angela Gottron!Please join us in welcoming Angela Gottron back to the Gahanna Divis...
10/20/2026

Welcome back to the City of Gahanna, Angela Gottron!

Please join us in welcoming Angela Gottron back to the Gahanna Division of Police! Angela will serve as an Administrative Assistant, providing essential office support, maintaining records and reports, managing department databases, and helping ensure residents, businesses and team members receive excellent customer service.

Angela previously worked as an Administrative Assistant with the Division of Police before moving out of state. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Ohio Dominican University and is excited to return to a city and community she has always loved.

Angela shared that she’s looking forward to coming back to the City and working with a great group of people.

We’re thrilled to welcome Angela back to the team with open arms!

This little guy was trying to get to school so he could tell his teacher "my human ate my homework!" Found near Lincoln ...
10/19/2026

This little guy was trying to get to school so he could tell his teacher "my human ate my homework!"
Found near Lincoln Elementary. FCAC will be enroute shortly 🐶

🤝 Civilian professionals are an essential part of the law enforcement community.On Wednesday, November 4, the Gahanna Ci...
10/07/2026

🤝 Civilian professionals are an essential part of the law enforcement community.

On Wednesday, November 4, the Gahanna Civic Center will host a Networking Lunch and Roundtable bringing together non-sworn professional staff from law enforcement agencies across Central Ohio.

This gathering is designed to create space for civilian professionals to connect with peers, share experiences and discuss the unique opportunities and challenges that come with supporting law enforcement agencies in a civilian capacity.

Whether you work in administration, communications, technology, records, finance, human resources or another professional role, this is an opportunity to build relationships with others who understand the work you do and the important role civilian staff play in supporting their agencies and communities.

📅 Wednesday, November 4
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Gahanna Civic Center

Register today at Gahanna.gov or contact Ryan Worbs at [email protected] with questions.

☕👮‍♀️ Grab a cup of coffee and get to know your local officers!Join us for National Coffee with a Cop Day TOMORROW, Octo...
10/06/2026

☕👮‍♀️ Grab a cup of coffee and get to know your local officers!

Join us for National Coffee with a Cop Day TOMORROW, October 7, and spend the morning chatting with members of the Gahanna Division of Police. This is a great opportunity to have open conversations, ask questions and get to know the officers who serve our community.

📅 Wednesday, October 7
⏰ 9 – 11 a.m.
📍 Starbucks | 1370 N. Hamilton Road

🚔 Experienced officer looking for your next opportunity?The Gahanna Division of Police is looking for lateral police off...
10/05/2026

🚔 Experienced officer looking for your next opportunity?

The Gahanna Division of Police is looking for lateral police officers to join our team.

Bring your experience, skills and commitment to service to a department that values its officers and the community we serve. Whether you’re looking for a new professional challenge, opportunities to grow or a department where you can make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Your experience matters. Your next chapter could be in Gahanna.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/gahanna.

🤝 Civilian professionals in law enforcement: This one is for you!Join fellow non-sworn professional staff from law enfor...
09/30/2026

🤝 Civilian professionals in law enforcement: This one is for you!

Join fellow non-sworn professional staff from law enforcement agencies across Central Ohio for a Networking Lunch and Roundtable at the Gahanna Civic Center.

This gathering is an opportunity to connect with peers, share experiences and take part in meaningful conversations about the unique experience of serving in a civilian capacity within law enforcement.

📅 Wednesday, November 4
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Gahanna Civic Center
🔗 Register Today at https://ow.ly/XscR50ZT4bl

Come connect, network and learn from other professionals who understand the important role civilian staff play in supporting law enforcement agencies and the communities they serve.

Questions? Contact Ryan Worbs at [email protected].

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825 Tech Center Drive
Gahanna, OH
43230

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