Van Wert Police Department

Van Wert Police Department The Van Wert Police Department is committed to being proactive in service to the community and enforcement of the law.

This page was created to provide information about the Van Wert Police Department to the Citizens of Van Wert. The mission statement of the Van Wert Police Department is to be the guardians of the constitutional rights of each resident, friend, family and visitor that comes to the City of Van Wert. We will strive to protect every one of our customers by using bias free policing. Bias free policing

will be services delivered impartially, respectfully and free of bias in a manner to promote trust and community engagement. We will treat others the way you would want your family treated!

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country....
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country. While Memorial Day often marks the unofficial start of summer, its true purpose remains solemn, to recognize the profound courage and selflessness of those who gave their lives so that we may enjoy the freedoms we cherish today.

In our own community of Van Wert, we are reminded that service is a calling. We extend our deepest gratitude to the families of the fallen, whose own sacrifices are immeasurable. Your loved ones exemplify the highest standard of duty, and their legacy lives on through the peace and security we work to maintain every day.

As we spend time with our families and friends, let us take a moment of silence to reflect on the cost of our liberty.

"Our debt to the heroic men and valiant women in the service of our country can never be repaid. They have earned our undying gratitude."
— Harry S. Truman

To all who have served and to those who continue to protect our community, thank you for your commitment to the greater good.

Let's keep our holiday weekend joyful, legal, and safe for everyone! The Van Wert Police Department has put together a f...
05/20/2026

Let's keep our holiday weekend joyful, legal, and safe for everyone! The Van Wert Police Department has put together a friendly guide for consumer fireworks discharge over the holiday weekend.

Here is what you need to know:
Approved Dates and Times~
Saturday, May 23rd
Sunday, May 24th
Monday, May 25th (Memorial Day)

Allowed Hours:
Strictly between 4:00 PM and 11:00 PM only.

Location Rules~
You can only discharge fireworks on your own private property, OR on another person's property if the owner has given you express permission.
Discharging fireworks on public streets, sidewalks, parks, or school grounds is strictly prohibited.

If you have any questions contact the Van Wert Police Department
📞Police Department 419-238-2462
📍Address: 515 E. Main Street, Van Wert, OH

This week is National Police Week, and we were honored to have Mayor Ken Markward visit the department to present us wit...
05/12/2026

This week is National Police Week, and we were honored to have Mayor Ken Markward visit the department to present us with an official proclamation.

Under the leadership of Chief Doug Weigle, our officers are proud to serve the City of Van Wert. This proclamation is a great reminder of the partnership between our local government and the department as we work together to keep our community safe.

National Police Week is an important time for us to reflect on our commitment to the profession and to thank you, the citizens of Van Wert, for the support you show us year-round. It was a privilege to have the Mayor recognize the hard work and dedication of our team.

Thank you, Mayor Markward, for the recognition, and thank you to our community for standing with us.

We are excited to officially welcome the newest member of our team, Officer Makayla Jackman!Officer Jackman was recently...
05/09/2026

We are excited to officially welcome the newest member of our team, Officer Makayla Jackman!
Officer Jackman was recently sworn in surrounded by city leadership and department staff. Please join us in welcoming her as she begins her career serving and protecting our community. We are proud to have her on board and look forward to the great work she will do.
If you see her out on patrol, be sure to say hello!

Pictured left to right.

Safety Service Director: Jay Fleming
Acting Mayor: Thad Eikenbary
Officer Jackman
Lieutenant: Rob Black

The Van Wert Police Department would like to extend a sincere thank you to our friends at Kennedy Manufacturing for thei...
05/05/2026

The Van Wert Police Department would like to extend a sincere thank you to our friends at Kennedy Manufacturing for their incredible generosity.

Kennedy Manufacturing has donated a 49" 10-Drawer Maintenance PRO with Power Drawer cabinet to be raffled off at our upcoming 30th Annual DARE Golf Outing on May 9, 2026. This professional grade piece of equipment is a massive addition to our fundraising efforts.

Partnerships like this allow us to continue providing vital programs like DARE to our local youth. We are proud to have such a dedicated local manufacturer supporting our mission and our community.

Van Wert Police Monthly Call Report for April . Our officers responded to a total of 1,281 calls last month. Here’s a q...
05/01/2026

Van Wert Police Monthly Call Report for April .

Our officers responded to a total of 1,281 calls last month. Here’s a quick breakdown of some key activity.

Thank you to our community for your continued support. Stay safe out there!

We are incredibly proud to announce that Mayor Kenneth J. Markward has officially proclaimed April 12th through 18th, 20...
04/13/2026

We are incredibly proud to announce that Mayor Kenneth J. Markward has officially proclaimed April 12th through 18th, 2026 as National Telecommunications Week in the City of Van Wert!

Earlier today, the Mayor presented our dispatchers with a formal proclamation honoring their dedication, compassion, and professionalism. Our dispatchers are the first point of contact in an emergency. They are the calm voices that guide help to your door and keep our officers and firefighters safe on the scene.

Pictured from left to right: Dispatcher Replogle, Mayor Markward, and Dispatcher Ebert.

Please join us in thanking our 911 team for the vital work they do every single day behind the scenes!

Behind every call for help is a calm voice and a steady hand. These are the professionals who never hesitate when our co...
04/13/2026

Behind every call for help is a calm voice and a steady hand. These are the professionals who never hesitate when our community needs them most.

This National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week we recognize the unseen first responders who answer the call. They gather the facts and guide both the public and our officers through the moments that matter most.

We are proud to recognize our dedicated team:

Dispatcher Ebert

Dispatcher Evans

Dispatcher Gentry

Dispatcher Jackman

Dispatcher Replogle

Dispatcher Scott

Dispatcher Spoor

If you know any of these individuals, please take a moment to thank them for their dedication. Their composure is what keeps our city running during a crisis.

To our dispatchers: we hear you and we appreciate you. We simply could not do this job without you.

If you find one of our blue door hangers at your home, please don't worry! It is just a check-in to help keep our neighb...
04/12/2026

If you find one of our blue door hangers at your home, please don't worry! It is just a check-in to help keep our neighborhoods looking their best.

We know the official language on those notices can sometimes be a bit much, so we created this guide to make things easier to understand and get squared away.

What to Know

• No Fines that day: That first door hanger is purely for education. Our goal is just to help everyone stay on the same page.

• Simple Fixes: Whether it is moving some items out of sight or updating car tags, you have 10 days to get it sorted out.

• Check the Guide: We’ve attached a simple breakdown here to show exactly what to look for and how to fix it easily.

We are all in this together to keep Van Wert a good place to live. If you have any questions or aren't sure where to start, please reach out!

📞 Police Department: 419-238-2462
📍 Location: 515 E. Main St.

Thank you for being a great neighbor!

Van Wert Police Monthly Call Report for March . Our officers responded to a total of 1,179 calls last month. Here’s a q...
04/09/2026

Van Wert Police Monthly Call Report for March .

Our officers responded to a total of 1,179 calls last month. Here’s a quick breakdown of some key activity.

Thank you to our community for your continued support. Stay safe out there!

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515 East Main Street
Main Street, OH
45891

Telephone

+14192382462

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