Eastlake Police

Eastlake Police Current Chief Of Police Michael Werner History of Eastlake Police Department

The first police Chief for the Village of Eastlake was Richard Taylor.

He started as Chief in 1949 working for no pay and using his own car to patrol the village streets. The village officially became a city in 1955. Chief Taylor and his part-time policemen worked out of the first police station, a small building at the intersections of Roberts Road, Beachpark Ave, and Lakeshore Boulevard. The police station consisted of a small room that contained a desk, two chairs

, and two file cabinets. The rest of the building was the city hall and clerk’s office. The building later became Steve’s Barbershop. The second police station was a little larger room in a concrete building that also was used as the city hall and clerk’s office. This station had its first prison holding cell, a steel cage constructed in a section of the Hinkle service garage. The location of this building was known as the Hinkle Block and it is located across from the Subway shop on Lakeshore Boulevard. The third police station and city hall was the Albrecht estate that the city purchased in 1956. The police station was remodeled by members of the department from the original kitchen area and pantry to include a chief’s office, two supervisors’ offices, a dispatching area, jail cell, visitors’ area, and a locker room in the basement. The department had eight regular patrolmen, 15 part-time officers, and several auxiliaries. Also, during this period, a second police care was purchased. The police cars were station wagons with a gurney in the back and an oxygen tank and mask. The reason for this type of police vehicle was that the police department not only patrolled the city, investigated crimes, but also served as an ambulance for any injuries or illnesses of the public. Interim Chiefs from the tenure of Chief Taylor were:
Lieutenant Glen (Poppy) Wise (1958-1961)
Chief Dave Daugherty (1961-1967)
Chief Wilson Kelly (1967-1970)
Lieutenant Lloyd Sawyer (1970-1971)
Lieutenant Eugene Sydlow (1971-1972)

The next four police chiefs were:
Chief William J. DePledge (1972-1989)
Chief David Gary Fink (1989-1995)
Chief John Ruth (1995 – 2011)
Chief Lawrence Reik (2011 – 2024)

The current Chief of Police is Chief Michael Werner. Chief Werner began his career with Eastlake in April 1995, and through his years of service he has been a Field Training Officer, Motorcycle Officer, member and Commander for the Western Lake county Crisis Negotiation Team. He was promoted to Sergeant in 2011 and to Lieutenant in 2018. Chief Werner came to EPD with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice from the University of Dayton, and obtained his Master’s Degree in Justice Administration from Tiffin University in 2010. Chief Werner is also a graduate of the 263rd Session of the FBI National Academy and a graduate of the 24th Session of the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police Certified Law Enforcement Executive program.

Our department is trying to Identify the male in the photo who was operating the vehicle in the second photo. If you kno...
06/16/2025

Our department is trying to Identify the male in the photo who was operating the vehicle in the second photo. If you know his identity, please contact our department at 440-951-1400 and ask for Ptl. Koehnle, refer to report # 25-00602.

06/14/2025

Due to the rain, there is an area wide flood advisory. Please use caution in common flood zones and areas with poor drainage. EPD and Eastlake Service Department are aware and working on things, where possible.

06/13/2025

Reported Shooting and Accident

At approximately 1910 hours this evening, the Eastlake Police Department received a report of a shooting with a victim down at Sherwin Shooting Sports, 33410 Vine St. Due the nature of this type of report, all Eastlake Police units responded to this incident.

While responding to the reported shooting, an Eastlake Police vehicle, with 2 officers, was involved in a multi-vehicle accident at the intersection of SR 91 and Glen Dr.

Both of these incidents are still under investigation. However, the reported shooting was determined to be an accidental discharge by an employee. The victim was also an employee. First aid was administered by responding officers and the victim was transported to UH Lake West by the Eastlake Fire Department.

The accident is being investigated independent of our department by the Lake County Crash Reconstruction Team, and another Lake County Agency. Five vehicles were involved, including one Eastlake Police vehicle. Two civilians were transported by the Eastlake and Willoughby Fire Departments to UH Lake West and Hillcrest Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The two Eastlake officers were transported to UH Lake West, also with non-life-threatening injuries.

Additional information will be pending the completion of both investigations. Our thoughts will continue to be with all of the injured in both incidents as they recover.

Chief Michael Werner

06/12/2025

Update to the reported shooting report byfrom the night of 6/11.

Yes, there was a report of shots fired. Yes, a number of doorbell and home surveillance cameras captured the sound of gunfire. This incident is still under investigation, however, this was not a driveby, there are no identified victims, and no known property damage. It appears to have been a person playing with a firearm and we using all of our resources to identify any person or persons involved.

I commend my staff and officers for their response and continued efforts in this investigation. Thank you to all of the residents who shared real, and relevant information and video. Your assistance is always appreciated.

Chief Werner

06/12/2025

All units have been cleared from the woods. Drones completed a primary scan which yielded negative results. Police units then conducted a second search of the woods on foot. Special thank you to the Lake County drone team and all departments that assisted in these efforts. This will be an ongoing investigation if any homeowners or business owners have camera footage leading to the possible apprehension of parties involved please contact Eastlake Police Department.

Thank you everyone and stay safe.

06/12/2025

Anyone in the area of Jakse, Waverly, Hulett and e 340th that border the woods. Please stay indoors and keep your pets inside. We are currently investigating a possible shots fired complaint. We actively have drones in the air.

We are seeking your help in identifying the below individual. If you have any information, please call EPD at 440-951-14...
06/05/2025

We are seeking your help in identifying the below individual. If you have any information, please call EPD at 440-951-1400, and ask for Sgt Turner. This is in reference to report 25-00563.

*UPDATE*DOG HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH IT'S OWNER!This dog was located on Barbara Ave. If you know the owner please contact ...
06/01/2025

*UPDATE*

DOG HAS BEEN REUNITED WITH IT'S OWNER!

This dog was located on Barbara Ave. If you know the owner please contact 440-951-1400 ext. 5

Thank you Dennis Leiterman from Eastlake Block Watch for providing lunch from Mission BBQ today!
05/21/2025

Thank you Dennis Leiterman from Eastlake Block Watch for providing lunch from Mission BBQ today!

In honor of National Police Week, our friends from the Eastlake Walmart provided us with lunch today. Thank you Walmart...
05/16/2025

In honor of National Police Week, our friends from the Eastlake Walmart provided us with lunch today. Thank you Walmart! And yes, even K9 Axel got to enjoy some too!

We are seeking your help in identifying the below individuals. If you have any information, please call EPD at 440-951-1...
05/12/2025

We are seeking your help in identifying the below individuals. If you have any information, please call EPD at 440-951-1400, and ask for Ptl McGrath. This is in reference to report 25-00413.

**Owner located**This pup was located on Connor Dr. and being checked for a chip. If this pup is yours or you know who s...
04/29/2025

**Owner located**

This pup was located on Connor Dr. and being checked for a chip. If this pup is yours or you know who she belongs to, please contact EPD at 440-951-1400 #5. Thanks!

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