Coldwater Ohio Police Department

12/19/2024

With Christmas being right around the corner, officers this week assisted the Coldwater kindergarten class with boarding the Polar Express and also provided Santa with a little extra security. We would like to wish everyone a happy holiday season and safe travels to any gatherings that you may have.

We would also like to thank Coldwater Exempted Village Schools and Coldwater EMS for inviting us to their holiday festivities.

11/22/2024

Over the past two days, Eric Thomas (Village Manager), Jason Eiynk (Village Finance Director), Tricia Ontrop (Village Tax Administrator), Brad Niekamp (Village Council President), and Kevin Wynk (Chief of Police) were invited to address the Senior Civics class. The purpose of this presentation was to provide insights into the positions and functions of these village officials, as well as an explanation of the local government’s operational processes. We extend our gratitude to Senior Civics Teacher Mark Bruns for facilitating this opportunity, which enabled students to gain a comprehensive understanding of their local government’s workings. Coldwater Exempted Village Schools

11/04/2024

MERCER COUNTY
Press Release

Several law enforcement agencies in Mercer County report their offices worked cooperatively together and have made an arrest. Saint Henry Police Department, along with officers from Celina Police Department, Coldwater Police Department, and Rockford Police Department have gathered information in recent weeks, involving multiple thefts from vehicles in their jurisdictions. This information identified a suspect from the City of Celina. Surveillance was conducted on the suspect by the Grand Lake Task Force, Mercer County Sheriff’s Office, and Celina Police Department, which led to a traffic stop and the arrest of a Travis E. Neer (35). Mr. Neer was subsequently booked into the Mercer County Adult Detention Facility for theft. Open cases from all agencies are being forwarded to the Mercer County Prosecutor’s Office for additional charges.

This is an example of how several agencies, communities, and the public can work together to achieve a common goal. Without the information from the public and cooperation of law enforcement, this arrest would not have been possible. The law enforcement community asks the public to remain vigilant in locking their cars and exterior doors to their residences, as these types of occurrences tend to happen more frequently in the winter months. If anyone has additional information that would assist in this ongoing investigation, please contact your local law enforcement agency.

10/29/2024

Several vehicle break ins were recently reported to the Coldwater Police Deaprtment. The break ins involved unlocked vehicles and occurred early this morning between the hours of 12:30 am and 4:00 am. If anyone has further information please contact the Coldwater Police Department at 419-678-2356.

We would like to remind members of the community to not leave keys in vehicles, remove all valuables from your vehicles, and to lock your vehicles when left unattended. If you observe something suspicious happening in your neighborhood please call the Police Department.

10/16/2024

Starting today, Oakwood Drive between Vine Street and Chelsea Drive will be closed for street repairs. The repairs are expected to last approximately two weeks.

10/14/2024

The Coldwater Police Department would like to take a second and recognize four community members. Their great decision making skills recently made a significant impact and prevented possible harm to a fellow community member. To show our thanks, the Police Department partnered up with our Pla-Mor Lanes. Each received gift certificates for bowling matches, a pizza, and a drink. We would like to thank Pla Mor Lanes for providing each of them with the gift certificates. Congratulations to Charli, Remi, Morgan, and Brooke. Keep up the good work!

09/26/2024

******FAMILY HAS BEEN LOCATED******
Thank you for all of your help in this matter!

This evening at around 7:00 P.M, Coldwater Officers responded to the 400 block of East South Street for a child that was found wondering alone. Officers currently have the child and information is limited at this time. If you recognize the pictured child or have any information please call Mercer County Central Dispatch at 419-586-7724

09/05/2024

The Coldwater Police Department is requesting assistance from the community in identifying an unknown subject. The subject is a suspect in a reported theft. Please contact the Police Department at 419-678-2356 with any information on the subjects identity.

08/20/2024

08/06/2024

We would like to thank Details by Phil for getting our cruiser ready this past weekend. Phil and his crew donated their time and equipment to make our cruiser parade ready!

07/31/2024

07/10/2024

**UPDATE**

The traffic light has been fixed and is back in normal operation.

🛑🚦Be advised the traffic light at Main Street and Second Street will be out of service for several hours. A four way stop sign has been placed at this intersection. Please proceed with caution. We will give an update when it is back in service.

07/04/2024

Happy birthday to Coldwater Police K9 Franko! If you see him around town this week make sure to wish him a happy 10th birthday!

06/18/2024

The Coldwater Police Department has teamed up with the Monfort Vorhees McFamily to help promote youth safety this summer!
Coldwater Police officers will be equipped with McDonald’s ice cream vouchers. The vouchers will be passed out to kids who are observed demonstrating safety & doing good acts within the community.

We would like to give a special shoutout to our first recipients. Mason and Austin were observed practicing good bicycle safety today!

06/10/2024

UPDATE: Andrew has been located. We would like to thank everyone for their assistance!

We are requesting assistance with locating a missing 12 year old male, Andrew J Gruss. Andrew was last seen on June 9th, 2024 in the evening hours on South Market Street. Andrew is possibly riding a blue mountain bike. If you have any information as to his whereabouts, please contact the Coldwater Police Department at 419-678-2356. Thanks for all assistance.

06/05/2024

With the weather warming up several safety concerns have recently been brought to our attention. We know that there are many enjoyable activities in the Coldwater Memorial Park this summer. We would like to remind everyone that vehicles and golf carts are not permitted to be operated or parked inside the park. The rules are posted at entry points of the park. The rules are in place to keep everyone safe.

If there are any questions please contact the Coldwater Police Department at 419-678-2356