Fredericktown Ohio Police Department

09/29/2026

🚨 PUBLIC INFORMATION RELEASE – FREDERICKTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Fredericktown Police Department would like to inform residents that the loud explosion heard this afternoon was the result of a controlled detonation conducted by the Columbus Bomb Squad, who assisted the Fredericktown Fire Department and Fredericktown Police Department.
A resident discovered a small quantity of old photographic flash powder in a barn and contacted the Fire Department. Flash powder was historically used in vintage photography and is also used in theatrical pyrotechnics.
Out of an abundance of caution, the Columbus Bomb Squad responded and safely conducted a controlled detonation. All necessary safety precautions and safeguards were put in place, and there was no significant danger to the public.
We appreciate the cooperation of our community and the assistance of the Columbus Bomb Squad in helping ensure everyone's safety.

Chief James DeChant
Fredericktown Police Department

09/18/2026

Save the date !!

09/11/2026

Let us never forget.

08/20/2026

📚🏫 HAPPY FIRST DAY, FREDERICKTOWN! 🏫📚

The Fredericktown Police Department would like to wish all of the students, teachers, staff, and families of Fredericktown Local Schools a safe, successful, and exciting first day of the 2026–2027 school year!

We also want to give a special shout-out to School Resource Officer Paxton Chilcote as he begins his 4th year serving as an SRO at Fredericktown Local Schools. 👮‍♂️

Paxton is passionate about keeping our students and staff safe, but his role goes far beyond safety and security. He works hard to build positive relationships with students, be someone they can trust, and be there when they need guidance, encouragement, or simply someone to talk to. His goal is to help create an environment where every student has the opportunity to feel safe, supported, and successful in their educational experience.

We are proud to have Paxton representing the Fredericktown Police Department in our schools and look forward to another great year!

Welcome back, Fredericktown! Let’s make it a great school year! 💙📚👮‍♂️

#2026-2027

08/04/2026

Fredericktown, the day has arrived! Come out to Merrin Park TONIGHT and have some fun with your local first responders and have the chance to win a prize, such as a brand new bicycle!

Join us for the 2026 National Night Out hosted by the Fredericktown Police Department — a fun, family-friendly evening to connect with neighbors and local first responders.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Merrin Park – 30 Burgett Street

🎶 Live music by The Shuman Band!
🪑 Bring your lawn chair and relax on the grass while you enjoy the show.

🚁 Weather permitting, a medical helicopter will be landing in the park!
📟 The Knox County 911 Center and Knox County EMA will also be on site!

🚓🚒🚑 Check out police, fire, and EMS vehicles — including SWAT and the Mobile Command Unit!
👮‍♂️👩‍🚒 Meet and talk with local law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel

🚗 Car Show Details:

No entry fee

Free dash plaque

All makes, models & years welcome

Trophies awarded at 8:00 PM

3 First Responder’s Choice Awards!

🌭 Food trucks, community fun, and safety awareness – all in one great night!

07/10/2026

25 days until National Night Out, Fredericktown! Come and hangout with your local first responders and get to know us! Hope to see you all there!

Join us for the 2026 National Night Out hosted by the Fredericktown Police Department — a fun, family-friendly evening to connect with neighbors and local first responders.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Merrin Park – 30 Burgett Street

🎶 Live music by The Shuman Band!
🪑 Bring your lawn chair and relax on the grass while you enjoy the show.

🚁 Weather permitting, a medical helicopter will be landing in the park!
📟 The Knox County 911 Center and Knox County EMA will also be on site!

🚓🚒🚑 Check out police, fire, and EMS vehicles — including SWAT and the Mobile Command Unit!
👮‍♂️👩‍🚒 Meet and talk with local law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel

🚗 Car Show Details:

No entry fee

Free dash plaque

All makes, models & years welcome

Trophies awarded at 8:00 PM

3 First Responder’s Choice Awards!

🌭 Food trucks, community fun, and safety awareness – all in one great night!

07/07/2026

The Fredericktown Police Department is extending our heartfelt condolences to the family of Christine and McKinley Williams as well as the family of Sgt. Scott Ries who paid the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, the Rittman Police Department, the City of Rittman, and all others affected by the loss of these individuals.

06/18/2026

🎉 Get Ready, Fredericktown – National Night out 2026 is quickly approaching!

Join us for the 2026 National Night Out hosted by the Fredericktown Police Department — a fun, family-friendly evening to connect with neighbors and local first responders.

📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Merrin Park – 30 Burgett Street

🎶 Live music by The Shuman Band!
🪑 Bring your lawn chair and relax on the grass while you enjoy the show.

🚁 Weather permitting, a medical helicopter will be landing in the park!
📟 The Knox County 911 Center and Knox County EMA will also be on site!

🚓🚒🚑 Check out police, fire, and EMS vehicles — including SWAT and the Mobile Command Unit!
👮‍♂️👩‍🚒 Meet and talk with local law enforcement, firefighters, and EMS personnel

🚗 Car Show Details:

No entry fee

Free dash plaque

All makes, models & years welcome

Trophies awarded at 8:00 PM

3 First Responder’s Choice Awards!

🌭 Food trucks, community fun, and safety awareness – all in one great night!

04/24/2026

04/12/2026

Good Evening, Fredericktown! Here are the calls for service for a 2 week period since I was on vacation last week. I hope everyone has a great week!