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We will enhance public safety and improve the quality of life in Vermilion by exemplifying our values of professionalism and dedication through the use of partnerships with those in and outside the law enforcement community, creative problem-solving and innovative policing strategy.

10/29/2026

We are asking the community for help identifying the person in the photos. The person reportedly stole a cell phone from another community member at the store.

You can contact the Detective directly at [email protected] with any information. You can remain anonymous if you prefer.

10/28/2026

WOW!!! 🎃👻🦕 What an AMAZING turnout at the VES and SMS PTO Trunk or Treat!

SRO Ron Linkous and Comm Director Kate Lulovics had such a great time seeing everyone! There were SO many families, some seriously awesome costumes, and tons of excited kiddos!

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello! We had an absolute blast! 💜💛

Happy Halloween from the Vermilion Police Department and Vermilion Safety Town! 🎃🚔🦖

10/24/2026

A quick reminder that you have the chance to day to turn in your old medications to the police department today.

We will be at the new station at 1101 Douglas St. from 10 am to 2 pm just for this event.

See you soon.

10/20/2026

The VPD will have a Detective at the new VPD Station, 1101 Douglas Street, to accept medications for this program.

Lorain County Sheriff's Office Joins Local Agencies for DEA National Take-Back Day

The Lorain County Sheriff’s Office is proud to announce its partnership with local law enforcement agencies and fire departments in support of the DEA National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day this Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

This nationwide event provides citizens with a safe, convenient and anonymous way to dispose of unused, unwanted or expired prescription medications - helping to prevent misuse, reduce potential overdoses and protect the safety of Lorain County residents.

Residents are encouraged to drop off any expired, unused or unwanted medications at any participating Take-Back location.

10/18/2026

We had a great time at the Police Pictures Trunk or Treat 🦖🦕🐲

S.R.O Ron Linkous
Officer Courtney Gielas
Communications Director Kate Lulovics

Police Pictures

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

I am pleased to welcome two new part time officers into the ranks of the VPD. These two officers should be very familiar to many people in Vermilion.

Ofc. Bryan Smith was sworn in by Judge Lieux on 09/24/26. Ofc. Smith has prior law enforcement experience and is a State of Ohio Fire Marshall as well as a Lieutenant with the VFD. Ofc. Smith is completing his field training and will be working the road patrol in the near future.

I am also pleased to announce that a very familiar face within the VPD was sworn in today. Det. Chris Hartung will work as a part time Detective and will help fill many different roles at the VPD. Det. Hartung retired as the VPD Chief of Police on 04/10/26 after 27 years of service. We welcome him back and look forward to his valuable experience making a difference within the City of Vermilion and the VPD.

Chief Holmes

10/12/2026

Thank you to the Vermilion Harbortown FOP Lodge #125 for their generous donation to the VPD. The FOP #125 K-9 Fund was used to donate 100% of the costs associated with the VPD’s newest K-9. The $15,800 cost was paid from the fund and covers the cost of the new K-9, all of the initial training and equipment for the new K-9 Team. Ofc. Scholl and his new partner started their 6 weeks of training on 10/05/26 with Excel K-9. We will be introducing the new K-9 in the near future.

FOP #125 is selling these VPD K-9 Supporter t-shirts to celebrate K-9 Falon’s retirement. They cost $20 per shirt ($25 for 2XL or 3XL). All proceeds from the sale of the shirts will be deposited into the K-9 fund to built that fund back up after this substantial donation to the City. Contact any member of the FOP #125 to purchase your t-shirt.

Thank you to the members of FOP #125 and to all of the citizens, businesses and organizations that have donated to the fund to make this possible. The FOP #125 will continue to collect donations for the K-9 Fund, which is solely used to support the VPD K-9 Unit.

Thank You!
Chief Holmes

10/07/2026

***We are looking for candy donations to help support this event!!! If anyone would like to donate unopened bags of candy, please drop it off at the police department by Friday, October 16th. We are located at 1101 Douglas Street***

Mark your calendars and stop by our trunk to say hello! 🎃 🍬 We can’t wait to see you!

Address

1101 Douglas Street
Vermilion, OH
44089

Telephone

+14409676116

Website

https://www.cityofvermilionohio.gov/2025-Main-Menu-Folder/2025-Public-Safety/Police-Department

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