The Village of Baltimore Ohio Police Department

08/21/2026

UPDATE: He has been returned home!!

Does anyone recognize this pup? He was found on Front St.

08/11/2026

This group of dispatchers is truly amazing. We can't thank them enough for what they do every day.

08/11/2026

Rest easy Officer Hambel.

It is with profound sadness that the Lancaster Police Department announces the passing of Officer Raymond “Ray Ray” Hambel #474.

Officer Hambel passed away unexpectedly on August 9, 2026, at the age of 51.

Ray began his career with the Lancaster Police Department on September 17, 2001, and dedicated more than 25 years to serving the Lancaster community. As one of the senior members of our department, Ray was a familiar face, a trusted coworker, and a beloved member of the Lancaster Police Department family.

Throughout his career, Ray served as a member of the Lancaster Police Department Honor Guard. He also spent many years providing artist security during the Lancaster Festival, an assignment he loved. Ray took great pride in welcoming visiting artists and showing them everything Lancaster had to offer.

Those who knew Ray knew his humor and larger-than-life personality. He could make people laugh, was often the life of the party, and left an impression on everyone around him.

Beyond the uniform, Ray was a husband, a father, and a devoted family man.

For more than 25 years, Officer Raymond Hambel served the City of Lancaster and its residents. His service, humor, friendship, and the memories he created will remain a lasting part of our department.

Rest easy, Ray Ray. We will take it from here.

Funeral arrangements will be announced once they are available.

08/10/2026

08/08/2026

Thanks to Basil Fire for helping us out with the demo.

08/05/2026

What a great day!!! Thank you to all the kids who showed up for fun and games. Mark your calendars for next year. National Night Out is always the first Tuesday in August. Next year will be in Lancaster. Keep an eye on FaceBook for details!

08/04/2026

Tell all your friends, come out and join the fun!!!!

07/30/2026

See you all Tuesday!!!

Join the Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office, Lancaster Police Department, and Baltimore Police Department for National Night Out!

We invite you and your family to join us on August 4, 2026, for our annual National Night Out event at Johnson Park in Baltimore from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

This free community event is a great opportunity to meet your local law enforcement officers, strengthen community partnerships, and enjoy an evening of fun for all ages.

-Games
-Free hot dogs
-Family-friendly activities
-Community outreach and engagement

Bring your family, meet your local first responders, and enjoy an evening of fun, food, and community. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate National Night Out together!

07/28/2026

It may be a little cloudy but any day is a good day for lemonade!

07/23/2026

Join the Baltimore Police Department, Fairfield County Sheriff’s Office and the Lancaster Police Department for National Night Out!
We invite you and your family to join us on August 4, 2026, for our annual National Night Out event at Johnson Park in Baltimore from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
This free community event is a great opportunity to meet your local law enforcement officers, strengthen community partnerships, and enjoy an evening of fun for all ages.
-Games
-Free hot dogs
-Family-friendly activities
-Community outreach and engagement
Bring your family, meet your local first responders, and enjoy an evening of fun, food, and community. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate National Night Out together!