Ironton Police Department

10/08/2026

Date: October 10th, 2026

Time: Gates open at 9:00am - Auction begins at11:00am

Location: Ironton City Impound Lot - 2940 South 3rd Street (old Wolohan Lumber building)

Unless otherwise stated all vehicles will have a salvage title.
The highest bidder will be responsible for the vehicle removal the day of the auction

CASH ONLY

09/20/2026

MISSING/ RUNAWAY JUVENILE

Elijah Waddell, age 16, 6’0” approx. 120lbs/ Brown hair, Brown eyes. Elijah’s last known location was in Ironton, Ohio and he was reported missing/runaway as of 9/19/2026. Elijah was last seen wearing a gray in color Ironton T-Shirt, white gym shorts, and blue Nike tennis shoes.

If you have any information on Elijah’s whereabouts please contact Det. Capt. Pauley at 740-532-5606 or contact Lawrence County 911 and ask for an Ironton Police Officer.

UPDATE: Elijah has been located

09/09/2026

Date: September 12, 2026
Time: Gates open at 9:00am - Auction begins at11:00am
Location: Ironton City Impound Lot - 2940 South 3rd Street (old Wolohan Lumber building)

Unless otherwise stated all vehicles will have a salvage title

The highest bidder will be responsible for the vehicle removal the day of the auction

CASH ONLY

08/21/2026

The Ironton Police Department would like to thank Mr. Arthur Pierson for his continuous generosity and support! For several years, Arthur has donated flags to help us proudly display our nation’s colors. This year, he donated five flags.

Thank you, Arthur, for your continued support of the Ironton Police Department and our community!

08/12/2026

The Ironton Police Department would like to give a BIG THANK YOU to our friends at Little Caesars for their continued support of local law enforcement K-9s through the Pizza Paws fundraiser!

This year, our K-9 team received a first-aid kit filled with essential emergency supplies, including an oxygen mask specifically designed for K-9s. These resources can make a critical difference when our four-legged partners need help in the field.

This donation is especially meaningful for Detective Captain Brian Pauley, who was one of the first recipients of a Pizza Paws K-9 first-aid kit when he was partnered with K-9 Goose. Today, Brian was there to welcome this year’s donation and see that same support continue for our current K-9 team, Bella and Patrolman Murnahan.

Thank you to Little Caesars, their employees, and everyone who donated to Pizza Paws for helping us take care of the ones who take care of us!

06/10/2026

05/20/2026

Know Your Rights & Responsibilities: Bicycle and E-Bike Laws in Ironton

The City of Ironton reminds residents and visitors to ride responsibly, ride safely, and share the road. Whether you ride a traditional bicycle or an electric bicycle, it is important to understand the rules that help keep riders, drivers, and pedestrians safe.

Bicycle and e-bike operators are expected to follow traffic rules that apply to vehicles and ride as near to the right side of the roadway as practicable.

Key Bicycle and E-Bike Rules

Riders should be aware of the following requirements:

Follow traffic laws.
Bicycle and electric bicycle riders must obey all applicable traffic rules.

Use hand signals.
When operating a bicycle or electric bicycle on the street, riders must give hand signals before turning, changing lanes, or stopping.

Class 3 e-bike speedometer requirement.
All Class 3 electric bicycles must be equipped with a speedometer that displays the speed of the electric bicycle in miles per hour.

Age rules for Class 3 e-bikes.
No person under 16 years of age may operate a Class 3 electric bicycle. However, a person under 16 may ride as a passenger on a Class 3 electric bicycle if it is designed to accommodate passengers.

Helmet requirement for Class 3 e-bikes.
No person may operate or ride as a passenger on a Class 3 electric bicycle unless they are wearing a protective helmet.

Be Seen. Be Safe.

Visibility is an important part of safe riding. Bicycles and electric bicycles should be equipped with proper lights and reflectors when required.

A front lamp must be mounted on the bicycle or electric bicycle and produce a white light visible from at least 500 feet to the front and 300 feet to the sides.

A red reflector must be visible on the rear from distances of 100 feet to 600 feet when directly in front of lawful lower-beam headlights.

Bicycles and electric bicycles may also be equipped with a device capable of giving an audible signal. However, bicycles and electric bicycles should not be equipped with, and riders should not use, a siren or whistle.

View the Full Ordinance

Residents are encouraged to review the full ordinance here:

https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/ironton/latest/ironton_oh/0-0-0-21518

By knowing the rules and using good judgment, everyone can help make Ironton’s streets safer.

Ride responsibly. Ride safely. Share the road.

04/27/2026

It has been reported that citizens are receiving phone calls from a number that appears to be the Ironton Police Department. The caller then attempts to solicit money for outstanding fines under the threat of arrest. The Ironton Police Department will never contact you by phone in an attempt to collect fines or money for any reason. If you or anyone you know receives this type of phone call do not give the caller any personal information including banking information.

If anyone has any information regarding this scam please contact the Ironton Police Department at (740)532-2338

04/12/2026

*UPDATE* Tyler has been located and is safe

MISSING/RUNAWAY JUVENILE!!!

Tyler Delawder, age 16, is 5’7”/ approx. 225lbs / Brown Hair / Blue Eyes. Tyler’s last known location was in Ironton, OH and he was reported as missing/runaway as of 4/10/26. It is unknown if what he was last wearing.

If you have any information on the location of Tyler Delawder, please contact Det. Borders at (740) 302-2556 or contact Lawrence County Sheriffs Office Dispatch and ask for an Ironton P.D. Officer at (740) 532-3525

04/12/2026

*UPDATE*
Emma Sherman and Jesse Crabtree have both been located and both are safe.

MISSING/RUNAWAY JUVENILE!!!

Emma Sherman, age 14, is 5’5” / approx. 190lbs / Brown/Blonde Hair / Blue Eyes. Emma’s last known location was in Ironton, OH and she was reported as missing/runaway as of 4/11/26. Possibly traveling in a 2012 Blue Ford Focus Hatchback.

If you have any information on the location of Emma Sherman, please contact Det. Borders at (740) 302-2556 or contact Lawrence County Sheriffs Office Dispatch and ask for an Ironton P.D. Officer at (740) 532-3525