Newsworthy Events
2025
$500 Rural King Gift Card Raffle
C.P.A.A.A. FUNDRAISER
WINNER
Hope to see you next year!
Police Department post from Facebook December 24, 2025
🎄🚓 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐎𝐡𝐢𝐨 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 / 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚’𝐬 𝐒𝐥𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐡 🚓
🎄Last night, Officer Molly and her sister participated in 𝗟𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗢𝗵𝗶𝗼 𝗕𝗹𝘂𝗲’𝘀 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮’𝘀 𝗦𝗹𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵 driving past @cincychildrens Hospital with our cruiser lights on alongside hundreds of other first responder vehicles from across the Greater Cincinnati area.
💙🚨This annual event is part of a statewide holiday tradition in which law enforcement and other first responders light up the night to show support for children and families spending the holidays in the hospital, a visible reminder that they are not alone this season.We were honored to be part of this procession and grateful to all the agencies that came together to support such a meaningful cause.
Police Department post from Facebook December 19, 2025
You’ve probably seen the AI holiday trend popping up across social media.
Our Little Miami School Resource Officers had a little fun with it!
But the real story is the positive impact they have inside our schools every day.
We’re proud of this team. 💚🐾
Police Department post from Facebook December 7, 2025
A few photos from last night's Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony!
Police Department post from Facebook November 26, 2025
Our hearts are broken.
Last night, Officer 𝐌𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐡𝐚𝐦 passed away at just 31 years old after a long and courageous battle with cancer, a journey she bravely shared with all of us for more than a year. Megan joined our agency in October 2022 and immediately made an impact. She was a talented and dedicated officer, a committed public servant, and a young professional with an incredibly bright future ahead of her. She excelled in everything she took on and approached every assignment with professionalism, courage, and heart. She was recently married and building a life full of love, plans, and promise. What we will remember most about Megan is her courage.
The grace, determination, and optimism she showed throughout her battle inspired everyone around her, our officers, our staff, and the many people in this community who supported and encouraged her along the way.As we grieve this loss, we know many of you will grieve with us. Please keep Megan’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.We will share additional details when they are confirmed.Tonight, and in the days ahead, we honor Megan: her service, her spirit, and the lasting impact she made on all of us.Moments like this remind us how precious life is and how important it is to hold close the people who matter.
𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐕𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲
Each year, we pause on Veterans Day to honor the brave men and women who have served our nation. Those whose courage, sacrifice, and dedication protect the freedoms we cherish.
This year’s Veterans Day holds special meaning for the Hamilton Township Police Department, as one of our own, Detective Shawn Parks, is currently deployed overseas serving our country as a proud member of the United States Air Force.Detective Parks, your HTPD family is proud of you and grateful for your service to both your country and your community.
Stay safe, and we look forward to welcoming you home soon. 💙🤍❤️
Police Department post from Facebook November 7, 2025
Congratulations, Sgt. Brittany Huelsman!Today, Sgt. Huelsman graduated from the Supervisor Training and Education Program (STEP): a premier, multi-month leadership development course created by the Ohio Law Enforcement Foundation.Since its launch in 2004, STEP has prepared nearly 1,000 first-line supervisors across Ohio to navigate the transition from patrol officer to supervisor. The program helps supervisors strengthen accountability, communication, risk management, and officer wellness while enhancing the quality of service to our community.Through 28 targeted modules delivered over several months, STEP provides practical leadership tools covering topics such as ethics, coaching, critical incidents, and the evolving impact of technology and AI on modern policing.We’re proud of Sgt. Huelsman’s commitment to professional growth and leadership excellence, another example of how the Hamilton Township Police Department invests in its people to better serve our residents.
Police Department post from Facebook November 7, 2025
Even our SROs couldn’t resist dressing up today!
Police Department post from Facebook October 19, 2025
👮♂️🎃We’re proud of our partnership with Little Miami and grateful for the daily impact our SROs have on the students they serve. As we get ready for trick-or-treating tonight, we wish everyone a fun and safe Halloween! 🎃🖤💛
SRO Hayslip and SRO Rosenberger, better known today as Woody from 𝑇𝑜𝑦 𝑆𝑡𝑜𝑟𝑦 and Chief Hopper from 𝑆𝑡𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑒𝑟 𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔𝑠, brought plenty of smiles to the Little Miami Local Schools. 🍬
🎃 Thank You, Hamilton Township!
👻A huge thank you to everyone who came out to our Trunk or Treat event yesterday! The turnout was incredible; families, kids, and local businesses came together to make it one of our favorite nights of the year. We appreciate everyone who decorated trunks, handed out candy, and helped make the event safe and fun for all.Special thanks to our officers, township staff, and volunteers who put in the extra time to make it all happen. Your dedication to our township never goes unnoticed.Until next year… stay safe, enjoy the candy, and have a Happy Halloween!
Police Department post from Facebook October 18, 2025
Police Department post from Facebook October 5, 2025
🎣Today, several of our officers had the privilege of attending the Special Needs Fishing Event at Lake Cozy Dale. It was a day full of smiles, laughter, and plenty of fish stories!
🐟We’re truly honored to spend time with such incredible participants, families, and volunteers who make this event possible year after year. These moments remind us why community partnerships matter so much, coming together, having fun, and celebrating everyone’s abilities.
💙Thank you to the organizers and everyone who came out to make this a success. We’re already looking forward to the next one!
Police Department post from Facebook October 2, 2025
Officer Bare just completed the police academy and is working alongside Officer Vibbard for training. We’re excited to have him on our team and know he will serve our community with dedication and pride. If you see him out and about, be sure to say hello and give him a warm Hamilton Township welcome!
Police Department post from Facebook September 20, 2025
🚓🚜 This weekend our officers had the pleasure of joining the community at Old Machinery Days at Oeder’s Lake!
From antique tractors to family fun, this event is always a great way to celebrate our local heritage.
A special shoutout to Sgt. Wall, who had the honor of standing alongside the 2nd place winner of the Kids Pedal Pull, Miss Evelyn 👏🎉 Great job, Evelyn! We’re proud of you!
🏈 Tonight we had the privilege of joining our community for the Homecoming football game! While the scoreboard didn’t fall in favor of our Panthers, the spirit, energy, and support from the stands were second to none.
💙It’s always an honor to be part of these moments, cheering right alongside our neighbors and ensuring everyone has a safe and enjoyable night. Thank you to the students, families, and fans who make nights like this so special!
Police Department post from Facebook September 19, 2025
✨ Huge shoutout to the Hamilton Township Citizens Police Academy and Tee18 for hosting such an incredible 9/11 remembrance fundraiser yesterday!
Police Department post from Facebook September 14, 2025
A big thank you to all of our sponsors for making this event possible, and to everyone who came out to show support, you truly made a difference.
❤️We hope you had a great time, and we can’t wait to share details for next year’s event.
Today we celebrate all of the loyal four-legged friends that bring joy, companionship, and protection to our lives, especially our very own K9 Kahn! 🐕
💙K9 Kahn and his partner, Officer Stephens, work side by side every day to help keep our community safe. Whether it’s tracking, searching, or simply brightening someone’s day, Kahn is more than just a K9, he’s family.Join us in giving a round of “ap-paws” 👏🐾 to K9 Kahn and all the hardworking K9s across the country this National Dog Day!
Police Department post from Facebook August 26, 2025
Movie Night at Testerman Park was a huge success!This weekend, your Hamilton Township Police Department teamed up with our family at the Hamilton Township Fire Department for a friendly Home Run Derby! While the competition was fierce and the swings were big, the real win was seeing our community come together.A huge thank you to everyone who came out to cheer, laugh, and enjoy the day with us. Events like this remind us how strong our bond is with the community we serve. 💙We may wear different uniforms, but on the field we’re all one team.
Police Department post from Facebook August 22, 2025
🌧️⏱️ The rain may have cut our evening short, but it definitely didn’t dampen our spirits! 🚓
🎉A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out for National Night Out, even with the skies opening up, our amazing community still showed up with smiles, good vibes, and plenty of energy.
⚡️From laughing with neighbors to high-fives with kids and quick chats over snacks, every moment we had with you was worth it! These connections are what make our community strong, rain or shine. ☀️🌧️
💪We’re grateful for each of you, and we’re already looking forward to next year (maybe with a little more sunshine 🤞😉).
Stay safe, stay connected and thank you for making our community a great place to live and serve!Thank you to each and every Warren County agency & staff member who came out. Shoutout to ODNR & the Loveland Police Department for coming along as well.
Police Department post from Facebook August 6, 2025
Police Department post from Facebook July 26, 2025
Thank you, Regency Park, for inviting us to your party!
Officer Baker and Sgt. Wall had a great time hanging out with everyone, enjoying the food, music, and conversations.
📦 Community Donation Drop-Off – Thank You!
Police Department post from Facebook July 26, 2025
🙌Yesterday, Chief Hughes and Assistant Chief Short had the honor of delivering our department’s community donation to Matthew 25: Ministries. This incredible organization will ensure your generous contributions reach those in Texas who need them most.
We want to express our deepest gratitude to every member of our community who came together to support this effort. Your kindness, compassion, and willingness to help truly make a difference.
Police Department post from Facebook July 26, 2025
🎉👮♂️ Congratulations to the 2025 Junior Police Academy Graduates! 👮♀️
🎉Today, we proudly celebrated the graduation of 24 amazing young cadets from our Hamilton Township Police Department Junior Police Academy! These future leaders, ranging from 3rd to 7th grade, spent the week learning about teamwork, leadership, and what it means to serve their community — all while having fun and making new friends! We’re incredibly proud of their dedication, enthusiasm, and hard work. A big thank you to our officers, instructors, and community supporters who helped make this program such a success!💙
💛 Way to go, cadets — you’ve made us all proud!
Police Department post from Facebook May 21, 2025
THANK YOU for making our Cones with Cops event a blast!
We had an amazing time hanging out with all of you—chatting, laughing, and of course, enjoying some delicious ice cream! It was so great to connect with our community in such a sweet way.
From the kids who challenged us to brain-freeze battles, to the parents who shared stories and smiles, we’re grateful for every moment. These events remind us just how lucky we are to serve this incredible community.
Thank you to the crew at UDF in Maineville for hosting this amazing event. Stay tuned for more fun events coming your way—and remember, we’re always here for you (ice cream or not)!
Today, we joined every other Warren County agency to attend the funeral service and burial for Deputy Larry Henderson of the Hamilton County Sheriff's Office.
Citizens lined the streets with flags and signs, children stood quietly with hands over their hearts, and countless people paused to pay their respects.
It was a powerful reminder of the bond between law enforcement and the communities we serve.
Rest easy, Deputy Henderson. Your sacrifice will never be forgotten.💙
Police Department post from Facebook May 9, 2025
Police Department post from Facebook May 9, 2025
Thanks to everyone who braved the weather and went to Fishing with the 5-0 event today!
We had a blast!
Police Department post from Facebook April 18, 2025
🚨 Training That Matters.
Leadership That Lasts.
This week, two department members traveled to Nashville, Tennessee, to take part in advanced training, and each course reflects our commitment to growing strong, capable, and prepared leaders.
👮♀️Sgt. Brittany Huelsman attended the 2025 Women in Law Enforcement Conference: Breaking Barriers – Women Leading the Way, hosted by the Tennessee Highway Patrol. The event brought together nearly 500 law enforcement professionals nationwide to focus on leadership, wellness, and professional growth. As our only female supervisor in a traditionally male-dominated profession, Sgt. Huelsman continues to break
🕵️♂️Detective Shawn Parks attended Conducting Unexplained Child Death Investigations, a specialized course funded by a grant through the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention. This intensive training prepares detectives to thoroughly and compassionately handle the most difficult investigations involving children.
While we hope to never need this knowledge, we believe in being prepared because when families are in crisis, our detectives must be ready to respond with skill, care, and professionalism. At HTPD, we don’t just check boxes—we invest in our people, because our residents deserve the best-trained, most well-rounded officers possible
Police Department post from Facebook April 23, 2025
Zach 1 – Officer Burkitt 0
⚾️While on patrol and enjoying the beautiful weather today, Officer Burkitt noticed a few kids playing outside and asked if they liked sports. Before long, he found himself in a baseball game with the neighborhood crew. Gloves were out, laughs were shared… and yes, young Zach struck him out. 💪Officer Burkitt took it in stride and told Zach, “I’m working this weekend—I want a rematch.”What may seem like a small moment to some became a significant memory for those kids. Their dad said it made their day—and it was all they could talk about when he returned home from work.Well done, Officer Burkitt—you brought the heat, even if Zach brought the bat 😄
Today, we had the honor of joining several law enforcement agencies in a special birthday parade for a brave young man battling leukemia.Surrounded by flashing lights, sirens, and smiles, we helped celebrate a 6th birthday in a big way—reminding him that he’s got a whole community standing behind him. His courage and strength inspire us all.Thank you to everyone who made this day so meaningful, and to have Officer Graham ride along was amazing. Happy Birthday, buddy! Stay strong—we’re all cheering for you!
Police Department post from Facebook April 14, 2025
Police Department post from Facebook April 12, 2025
A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us.
From scavenger hunts to high-fives with our officers, we had an egg-stra special time spending the day with our amazing community. You brought the fun, the energy, and some seriously impressive bunny ears. We’re so lucky to serve such a fantastic group of people. Until next time — stay safe and keep hopping!
🐣Towards the end, the Easter Bunny took law and order into his own hands.. Officer Hounshell, you have the right to remain hoppy! 👮♀️🐇
🚨 HTPD Earns Gold-Level Recognition from Lexipol! 🚨
Police Department post from Facebook April 12, 2025
Lexipol is the nation’s leading provider of policy, training, and risk management solutions for public safety agencies. This recognition reflects our department’s unwavering commitment to maintaining current, legally sound policies and providing ongoing training to our officers daily.
We’re proud to announce that the Hamilton Township Police Department has again achieved Gold-Level Recognition from Lexipol —the highest honor currently awarded through their national Connect Customer Recognition Program. 🏅
This recognition isn’t just about us—it’s about you, the residents we proudly serve. Your continued support and trust allow us to uphold the high standards that earned this honor.👏 A huge thank-you to our officers and staff for making this possible through their dedication and daily commitment to training and accountability. We’re proud of our work—and even prouder to do it for Hamilton Township.~ Chief Scott Hughes
Police Department post from Facebook March 25, 2025
Last night, we celebrated the incredible journey of the 2025 Citizens Police Academy graduates—everyday residents who dedicated the last three months, every Monday, deepening their understanding of law enforcement and the criminal justice system. 🚔 From engaging in real scenarios to observing the behind-the-scenes efforts of the police, participants emerged with new friendships and a deeper perspective.
👏 A special shout-out to Officers Molly Hayslip and Chase Hounshell for their dedication in making this experience possible.
🎉Congrats!
Police Department post from Facebook March 13, 2025
Honoring Our Four-Legged Heroes on K9 Veterans Day
Today, on K9 Veterans Day, we take a moment to remember and honor the Hamilton Township Police Department K9s who dedicated their lives to serving and protecting our community. These incredible canines were more than just working dogs—they were partners, protectors, and family to their handlers and fellow officers.
We proudly recognize the service and sacrifice of four remarkable K9s who faithfully served and have since passed on. These K-9s played a vital role in protecting officers, tracking suspects, detecting narcotics, and engaging with our community. Their loyalty and courageous service left a lasting impact, and today, we honor their legacy.
Forever faithful. Forever remembered.
K9 Czar – Served in the 1990s with Handler Andy Roosa
K9 Carlos – Served until 2005 with Handler Tim Rector
K9 Perro – Served from 2005 to 2009 with Handler Tim Rector
K9 Danno – Served from 2007 to 2009 with Handler Darcy Vibbard
Police Department post from Facebook March 5, 2025
Heroic Act Recognized at Little Miami Primary School
On Monday, March 3rd, during the final lunch period at Little Miami Local Schools Primary School, custodian Denise Day embodied the courage and kindness every parent hopes their child is surrounded by at school. When a student began choking on a silver dollar-sized piece of bread, her classmates immediately recognized the emergency and quickly sought help.
Denise rushed over and administered the Heimlich maneuver. On the second thrust, the obstruction was dislodged, and the student could breathe again. After ensuring the student was safe, Denise returned to work, never expecting recognition for her actions.
Denise's quick thinking, calm under pressure, and dedication to the students' well-being are testaments to the unsung heroes working in our schools daily. This moment is also a powerful reminder of the importance of teamwork—from the students who sought help to Denise, who responded without hesitation.
Let's take a moment to celebrate and thank Denise Day!
School Resource Officer Andrew Hayslip proudly presented Denise with the"You've Been Caught Doing a Good Deed" award. This award is part of the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) program, which honors those outstanding individuals who go above and beyond to make a positive difference in their schools.
Police Department post from Facebook March 2, 2025
March is Women’s History Month, and we’re proud to celebrate the women serving at HTPD who impact our Township daily.
From breaking barriers to inspiring us with courage and dedication, these remarkable women lead with integrity, strength, and compassion. Their work shapes the future of public safety right here in Hamilton Township!
Join us this month in honoring our active HTPD women in policing. They’re building a safer, stronger tomorrow for all.
#WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInPolicing
Police Department post from Facebook February 10, 2025
We also have a few extras available if you haven’t purchased one yet! The ribbons are just $10 each; we accept cash or Venmo. All proceeds will go directly to Officer Megan Graham in her battle against stage 4 cervical cancer!
Thank you for supporting such an important cause!
#FightLikeMegan #Support
Police Department post from Facebook February 4 , 2025
Standing with Officer Megan Graham
Officer Megan Graham has dedicated the past nine years to serving and protecting. She began her law enforcement career with the Springboro Ohio Police Department, serving six years before joining the Hamilton Township Police Department in 2022.
In January 2024, Megan began experiencing chronic abdominal pain. After months of doctor visits, referrals, MRIs, and CT scans, she received the devastating diagnosis of Stage 4B cervical cancer. Within the last two months, the cancer has spread, but Megan refuses to let this define her. She is a fighter , tackling this battle with the same strength and determination she brings to her job every day. She is undergoing aggressive treatment, including chemotherapy, with one goal in mind: to beat this and return to serving the community she loves.
A Symbol of Support
#FightLikeMegan
Today, Megan personally affixed ribbons to several of our police cruisers—a powerful reminder of her strength and determination. These custom ribbons will be displayed on all Hamilton Township cruisers as a symbol of unity, support, and encouragement for Megan as she fights this battle. Every time our officers hit the streets, these ribbons will stand as a tribute to her resilience and the community standing behind her.
A GoFundMe has been established to assist Megan with medical expenses and other financial burdens. Please consider donating and sharing to support her in this fight: Donate Here: https://gofund.me/eb4d8ae2
Let’s rally around Megan and show her the same strength and support she has always shown us.
(A special thank you to Vivid WRAPS for generously donating the ribbons at no cost. Your support means so much!)
The Hamilton Township Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association is a 501c3 nonprofit separate and apart from the Hamilton Township Police Department.