West Union Police Department

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WEST UNION POLICE DEPARTMENT

“Service with Pride and Professionalism”

MISSION STATEMENT

WE, the members of the West Union Police Department, are committed to providing ethical,
quality and responsive service to the community with pride and professionalism. WE are
committed to improving the quality of life for those we serve by delivering the

highest standard
of police services. VISION STATEMENT

WE envision a future where law-abiding citizens feel safe and take pride and comfort in the
quality of life in our community; a future where disorder and criminal activity continues to be
vigorously and intelligently pursued. WE envision our department as a superior service oriented
organization that incorporates innovative strategies, contemporary technologies, proven
community policing philosophies, positive leadership, and efficient and effective use of
resources into all organizational decisions. OUR ORGANIZATIONAL VALUES

Commitment to Service
WE believe our primary duty is to safeguard lives and property, while respecting the human and
constitutional rights of all. Commitment to Community Involvement
WE believe community partnerships are critical elements of our organization. Collaboration,
cooperation and communication with our citizens and businesses are the framework for
successful community oriented policing. Commitment to Our Employees
WE believe that our employees are the greatest and most valuable assets of our organization;
and that through regular training, education, career development, exemplary leadership and
organizational support, our employees will reach the highest standards of performance and
professional satisfaction, while serving the needs of our community. Commitment to Responsibility and Accountability
WE believe that the prudent and effective management of our resources is critical to the future
of our organization. Ryan A Myers
Chief of Police
West Union Police Department

07/21/2026

⚠️ SEVERE WEATHER ALERT ⚠️

With severe weather expected to move through our area, the West Union Police Department wants our community to know that if you need a safe place to take shelter, our doors are open.

📍 West Union Police Department
33 Logans Lane
West Union, OH 45693

Our department is located in the basement of the BMV/Title Department building. If threatening weather approaches and you do not have a safe location to go, please come to the police department for shelter.

Please continue to monitor local weather forecasts, have multiple ways to receive weather alerts, and avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather whenever possible.

If you have an emergency, always call 911.

Please share this post to help ensure everyone in our community knows there is a safe place available if needed.

Stay safe,
Chief Shane Young
West Union Police Department

06/23/2026

🚔 Cruise Fest Follow-Up 🚔

I would like to personally thank everyone who attended and helped make cruise fest a success this year.

Saturday evening, I had the opportunity to walk around the event, speak with many participants, and admire the impressive collection of vehicles on display. It was great to see so many people enjoying themselves and showcasing their passion for automobiles while spending time with family and friends in our community.

Most importantly, thanks to the cooperation of attendees and spectators, the event was conducted safely. I am pleased to report that there were zero traffic accidents related to the event and the West Union Police Department did not issue a single traffic citation during Cruise Fest.

The positive attitude and responsible behavior demonstrated by those attending made our job easy and helped ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

On behalf of the West Union Police Department, thank you for your cooperation, respect for our community, and commitment to safety. We appreciate everyone who visited West Union and look forward to seeing you again next year.

🚗 Upcoming Community Event 🚗

The West Union Police Department would also like to remind everyone about the upcoming 53rd County Run For Fun, which will be held on June 28, 2026, at the Adams County Fairgrounds, located at 836 Boyd Avenue, West Union, Ohio.

This annual event brings together automobile enthusiasts from across the region, and all proceeds from the event are donated to local charities, making it a great opportunity to enjoy a day of classic vehicles while supporting worthy causes in our community.

Registration begins at 8:00 a.m. and closes at 1:00 p.m. Awards start at 3:30 p.m.

We encourage everyone to come out, enjoy the event, and support the organizers and charitable organizations that benefit from this long-standing community tradition.

Chief S. Young
West Union Police Department 🚓

06/19/2026

🚔 Cruise Fest Public Safety Notice 🚔

The Village of West Union and the West Union Police Department would like to welcome everyone attending this year's Cruise Fest. We are excited to host visitors, car enthusiasts, and families for a fun and enjoyable weekend.

As a reminder, the safety of our residents and guests is our top priority. Officers will be conducting increased patrols throughout the event and will be enforcing all traffic laws.

The following behaviors will not be tolerated:

Excessive speeding
Reckless operation of a motor vehicle
Burnouts
Donuts or drifting
Street racing
Excessive tire squealing or exhibition of speed
Any conduct that endangers pedestrians, motorists, or property

Violators may be cited, arrested when appropriate, and may face fines, court appearances, and other penalties under Ohio law and local ordinances.

We ask everyone to be respectful of our community, obey traffic laws, and help make Cruise Fest a safe and enjoyable event for all attendees.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable weekend.

Chief S. Young
West Union Police Department 🚓

06/08/2026

UPDATE - MISSING PERSON FOUND SAFE

Jaklin Bates has been located and is safe.

The West Union Police Department would like to thank everyone who shared our previous post and those who called in with information. Your assistance and cooperation played a vital role in helping us locate Jaklin and ensure her safe return home.

We appreciate the support of our community and the willingness of citizens to assist when needed.

Thank you again for your help.

Chief Young

***Update**** 06/03/2026The individual involved in the incident has come forward. Thank you to those who shared the phot...
06/03/2026

***Update****
06/03/2026

The individual involved in the incident has come forward. Thank you to those who shared the photo.

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The West Union Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash involving a pedestrian at UDF in West Union, Ohio on June 2, 2026.

The vehicle appears to be a silver 2004–2008 Volkswagen Jetta (4-door) with stickers displayed in the rear window and an "O'DOYLE RULES" sticker on the driver's side rear bumper. The first two characters of the license plate appear to be "HZ."

If you witnessed this incident or have any information regarding the owner or current whereabouts of this vehicle, please contact us at 937-544-2512 or email [email protected].

Thank you for your assistance and attention to this matter.

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33 Logans Lane
West Union, OH
45693

Telephone

(937) 544-2512

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