Emergency:
Dial 911
Non-emergency:
(216) 932-1800
Mission Statement
The mission of the University Heights Police Department (UHPD) is to enhance the quality of life and to foster a sense of security and well being for the citizens by upholding the Constitution of the United States, the laws of the State of Ohio and the Ordinances of the City of University Heights, with fair and equal treatment of the people.
Organization
The police department employs thirty sworn law enforcement officers and eight civilian employees. Under the command of the Police Chief, the department's responsibilities are divided among four divisions: Administration, Patrol, Investigation and Traffic.
Bike Patrol
In 1995, the federally funded Community Oriented
Policing Program was established and provided
implementation funding for the Bike Patrol Unit. In 1998,
additional funding through a COPS More Grant and a Local
Law Enforcement Block Grant enabled the Police Department
to expand the Bike Patrol Unit from one officer to four
police.
D.A.R.E.
In 1998, a second police officer joined the D.A.R.E. educational program to teach elementary school students about drug resistance.
S.W.A.T.
The University Heights/South Euclid S.W.A.T. unit provides assistance in high risk and life threatening situations through the use of specialized training in weapons and tactics.
Auxiliary Police
The University Heights Auxiliary Police are concerned residents of our community. As such, they offer an invaluable perspective on happenings in their immediate neighborhoods and in the City. Auxiliary officers also have the opportunity to ride along patrol with a regular officer. As the second patrolman in the police cruiser, the Auxiliary officer gives the regular officer another set of eyes and ears. Anyone interested in joining, please contact Patrolman Dennis Rohal at (216) 932-1800.
Neighborhood Watch
The University Heights Neighborhood Watch is a crime prevention program designed to increase neighborhood safety and awareness by reducing crime through education and communication. Neighborhood Watch is really about being observant. Anyone can do it every day just by being aware of what is appropriate for their neighborhood and contacting the police about anything or anyone unusual or suspicious.
Please join the Neighborhood Watch program. More volunteers are always needed and welcome. Contact Lieutenant Scott Tyler for more information at
(216) 932-1800 or e-mail at
UHWATCH@yahoo.com.
Home Security Tips
If you do not have a security system, alarm, or a big dog, there are other ways to help prevent thieves from targeting your home:
- Keep all first floor windows and doors locked at night or while away.
- Install a bolt or bar locking device on sliding patio doors.
- Lock entry door leading from attached garage.
- Leave a light, radio, or TV on inside your home while away.
- Don’t leave purses, computers, or other valuables in plain view from outside.
- Install outside lighting, especially at the side and rear of the home.
- Turn on outside lights at night or add motion sensors.
- If working in the back yard, close and lock the front door.
- Don’t allow unfamiliar persons into your home.
- Immediately report any solicitors or
suspicious persons to the Police.
- If you are out of town, consider holding your mail delivery through the post office and holding delivery of any newspapers to your house.
- Keep your garage doors closed.
Cash, jewelry, small electronics, and computer equipment are the top items being stolen from homes. Photograph expensive items and write down serial numbers. Keep the information in a safe place in case your property is stolen.
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