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Law Enforcement Explorer Program

The Law Enforcement Explorer Program has been carefully designed to meet the needs and desires of high school aged youths who are interested in a career in law enforcement.

Under the auspices of the Boy Scouts of America, the Explorer Program’s objectives are to study the law enforcement field, seek to build character and leadership and develop exemplary citizens for the future. Youth between the ages of 14-18 are eligible to participate.

Some of the topics covered include: First Aid, Crime Prevention, Patrol Procedures, Crime Scene Processing, How to handle Domestic Violence and Community Relations.

Interested candidates can get an application at 2001 Payne Avenue from 8 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday. An orientation meeting is set for 10 am on October 9, 2010 at Burke Lakefront Airport. Applicants are subject to background checks and will be interviewed by officers before gaining acceptance. -more

  
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First Step Towards a Second Chance!

First Step Towards a Second Chance!
Those wanted for non-violent crimes in Cuyahoga County with no history of violence who are ready to accept responsibility for what they have done may surrender in safety at Mt. Zion Curch September 22-25th.   more

Coming 9/25/2010: Operation Medicine Cabinet

Coming 9/25/2010: Operation Medicine Cabinet
The Cleveland Police Department, Cuyahoga County Sheriff’s Office, and Drug Awareness and Prevention Inc., will help Clevelanders safely dispose of outdated or unwanted prescription medications at several locations throughout the city.   more

Information from Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray

Information from Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray
Initiatives support local law enforcement and protect Ohioans from scams and crime, including information on Crime Victims, Crime Victims Compensation, Elder Fraud, Identity Theft, Victim Notification, Dating Violence, and Cyber Safety  

*Public Notice*

*Public Notice*
Cleveland is applying for the Fiscal Year 2010 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG): Local Solicitation. Click here for the Cleveland OH–FY 2010 JAG Application and Budget. To comment or make suggestions, please send an email.  

New Direction on Missing Persons & Sex Crime Investigations

New Direction on Missing Persons & Sex Crime Investigations
3/30/2010 marks a new era for how missing persons and sex crimes are investigated. Mayor Jackson and the Special Commission on Missing Persons and Sex Crime Investigations announced recommendations. Press Release,   more

Reward Offered in Grocer's Murder

Reward Offered in Grocer's Murder
Moussa Salti was killed at the Little Eagle Supermarket on E. 93rd. CrimeStoppers is offering up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for his death. Anonymous Tips: 216.252.7463 Text Message: TIP657 plus a message to CRIMES (274637). Press Release   more

Website Has New Safety Tools

Website Has New Safety Tools
New features can be accessed from the Police Home Page on the "Online Safety Tools" tab. Web users can report some common property damage or theft crimes online, search neighborhood crime maps and view/print copies of accident reports at no cost. They may also sign up to receive crime alerts, if desired.   more

Stray Cat Sterilization Available

Stray Cat Sterilization Available
Help is available for Cleveland residents concerned about the stray cat population. The City recently granted $10,000 to the Animal Protective League to help defray the cost of sterilization for feral cats.   more

Department of Public Safety
Martin L. Flask, Director
601 Lakeside Ave., Rm 230
Cleveland, Ohio 44114

P: 216.664.2200
F: 216.664.3734
Relay Service: 711
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Mission Statement

   
 

The mission of the Department of Public Safety is to effectively provide a wide range of services which protect the life and property of the community.


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