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C – CivilianR – Response toA – ActiveS – ShooterE – Events Active shooter events have happened all across the world. They can happen quickly, often before you realize what is occurring. Would you know what to do if you…

Two new Hilliard Division of Police officers are among 52 young men and woman who took the oath to protect and serve as graduates of the 135th class of the Columbus Police Training Academy. Officers Quinn Izar and Adam Showalter…

UPDATE: Interviews were held on Thursday, July 22 by two separate panels for the Deputy Chief of Hilliard Division of Police position. From those interviews two candidates were moved forward in the process, Michael Woods and Jennifer Knight. Tomorrow morning…

Hilliard Division of Police K9 Max has received a bullet and stab protective vest, thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. The vest was sponsored by Zac and Jennifer Hale of San Antonio, Texas…

A record-breaking 525 children learned new street smarts this month as Safety Town returned to Hilliard. Safety Town is a one-week course that focuses on teaching children safe practices both at school and at home. The curriculum includes bicycle safety,…

Three new police officers were sworn into the Hilliard Division of Police on Monday. The oath of office was administered by Chief of Police Eric Grile. Officers James Bass, Danielle Epperhart and Jonathon Kane will enroll into the Columbus Police…

Hilliard police officer Joshua Howard has been named the Hilliard American Legion Law Officer of the Year for his efforts on- and off-duty helping a local homeless family in need. He was recently recognized by Post 614’s leaders, who learned…

Each May, Hilliard Division of Police pays tribute to fallen officers across the state of Ohio. Last year, 264 officers died in the line of duty and 173 law enforcement officers died by suicide in 2020. Today, we’re giving recognition…

Deborah Mullin was among the first female officers hired at the Hilliard Division of Police and is now the first female to retire from the department. Mullin was hired as a full-time Hilliard police officer in 1994 after spending four…

City of Hilliard police officers can distribute safe storage solutions to residents who have young family members at-risk of self-harm, thanks to a partnership with Columbus Public Health. Access to lethal means is a risk factor for suicide, according to…

Several Hilliard Division of Police employees were recently recognized for their exceptional efforts serving the City of Hilliard. Officer Jeb Pencil and Property Custodian Todd Harper were named the 2020 Employees of the Year during the department’s April 21 annual…

Hilliard Division of Police K9 Max will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from non-profit organization Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. K9 Max’s vest is sponsored by Zac and Jennifer Hale of San Antonio,…