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Six new police officers join Hilliard Police

Posted June 24, 2022

Six new police officers were sworn into the City of Hilliard Division of Police on Friday. It is the single largest hire in the Division’s history.  The oath of office was administered by Chief of Police Michael Woods. He noted the six new officers set themselves apart…
Former Chief of Police Eric Grile handing off the torch for the special Olympics

HPD to host Torch Run for Special Olympics June 21

Posted June 2, 2022

The sprint toward the 2022 Special Olympics of Ohio Summer Games has started, and Hilliard police officers are inviting the community to join the race. The City of Hilliard Division of Police will host the Hilliard leg of the Law…
City of Hilliard officer and representee from Honor Flight holding giant check

HPD charity raises nearly $2,000 for Honor Flight Columbus

Posted May 26, 2022

More veterans will get to visit Washington, D.C., memorials thanks to a donation from the 2022 Penny For A Pound fundraiser. City of Hilliard Division of Police Lt. Doug Lightfoot, who organizes the event, presented a check for $1,900 to…
police lights on

Light Hilliard Blue May 15-21 in support of law enforcement

Posted May 2, 2022

The Hilliard Division of Police is asking for the public’s help in lighting Hilliard blue beginning Sunday, May 15, in conjunction with Light Ohio Blue Week. Light Ohio Blue Week is a campaign to show support to the law enforcement…
Chief Grile Portrait and Deputy Chief Wood Portriat

Hilliard to host Chief Grile retirement reception May 6, Chief Woods to be sworn in May 9

Posted April 20, 2022

The Hilliard community is invited to attend two upcoming events as the City of Hilliard Division of Police celebrates the career of Chief of Police Eric Grile and welcomes incoming Chief Michael Woods. A retirement reception will be held for…
Police officers posing at gym

Penny For A Pound fundraiser benefits Honor Flight

Posted April 12, 2022

Nearly 20,000 pounds were lifted to benefit the community as part of the 2022 Penny For A Pound fundraiser. A total of 17 first responders representing four different public safety agencies participated in the annual weightlifting challenge, which was held…
Three officers standing in front of text

HPD a participant in new Ohio college pathway program

Posted March 28, 2022

The City of Hilliard Division of Police is among the law enforcement agencies selected to participate in a statewide pilot program aimed at increasing diversity in the workforce. The College to Law Enforcement Pathway Program will connect criminal justice programs…
Chief Grile in front of safety services sign

HPD’s Chief Eric Grile Announces Retirement

Posted March 25, 2022

Hilliard’s Chief of Police Eric Grile has announced his retirement after 29 years in law enforcement. His last day in the role will be May 6. “I have a firm belief that leaders should lead only when they’re driving forward…

HPD to host Drug Take Back Day April 30

Posted March 21, 2022

Time to clean out those medicine cabinets! The Hilliard Division of Police is joining other communities on Saturday, April 30, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the Drug Enforcement Agency’s National Drug Take Back Day. Residents can use a…
Portrait of Police Department Employee Haynes and Officer Burkitt

Officer Burkitt named HPD Officer of the Year

Posted March 10, 2022

Several Hilliard Division of Police employees were recently recognized for their exceptional efforts serving the City of Hilliard. Officer Ron Burkitt and Administrative Assistant Linda Haynes were named the 2021 Employees of the Year. They were nominated for the awards…
Presentation for CPA

HPD’s Citizens Police Academy returns for 2022

Posted March 2, 2022

The City of Hilliard Division of Police Citizen’s Police Academy is back in session! After a two-year break due to COVID, HPD welcomed back Class 12 this month. Twenty-four students will spend 10 weeks in the interactive course learning about…

HPD To Host Autism Awareness event

Posted February 15, 2022

A sensory-friendly fun day is being hosted once again by the City of Hilliard Division of Police. The agency’s annual Autism Awareness Open House will be held Saturday, April 2, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Safety Services…
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