Police

The members of the Medina Police Department are dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of law enforcement in the City of Medina and Lafayette Township. Our officers are committed to a proactive problem-solving approach, utilizing modern strategies to tackle crime and ensure the safety and well-being of our residents and visitors alike.

Community Policing is at the heart of our mission. We actively engage with the community, working hand-in-hand with citizens, businesses, and community leaders to create and maintain a safe, friendly environment. We believe in fostering strong relationships built on trust, transparency, and cooperation. The safety of Medina and Lafayette Township isn't just our responsibility—it's a collaborative effort between the police and those we serve.

Our Commitment to Service

• Professionalism: Our officers are held to high standards of integrity and professionalism, ensuring we treat every individual with respect and fairness.
• Engagement: We strive to be visible and approachable within the community, providing opportunities for open dialogue and working alongside residents to solve issues.
• Safety: Through vigilant patrols, innovative crime prevention strategies, and rapid response, we aim to create an environment where citizens feel safe and secure in their homes and businesses.

Services and Resources Available to You

We offer several convenient services to better assist the public:

• Online Accident Reports: Access and download accident reports online, making it easier to retrieve important documents without needing to visit the department in person. Click here to access accident reports.
• Sexual Offenders Registry: Stay informed by using our Sexual Offenders Registry, an essential resource for public awareness and community safety. Click here to access the Sexual Offenders Registry.
• WIRELESS EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SERVICE (WENS) We encourage all residents, friends, and families within the City of Medina, Medina Township, Montville Township, and Lafayette Township to register to receive mass notification messaging from the WENS system by signing up at the link below.  You can receive alerts by text, phone, or email.  Alert types include tornadoes, earthquakes, law enforcement messages, civil dangers, and more!  CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP!

In addition to these online services, we provide various community programs, including:

• Neighborhood Watch: A partnership with local residents to monitor and report suspicious activities.
• School Resource Officers: Officers assigned to local schools to provide security, mentorship, and education on safety topics.
• Crime Prevention Education: Workshops and materials on how to safeguard homes and businesses against crime.

Meet Your Police Department

We encourage all residents and visitors to learn more about their police department, our initiatives, and the many ways we strive to serve and protect the community. Whether through participating in community events, attending city council meetings, or simply stopping by to ask questions, we welcome engagement and are always here to help.

Contact Us For any inquiries or to report a non-emergency, please contact our non-emergency line at (330) 725-7777. In case of an emergency, dial 911.

Thank you for taking the time to learn more about the Medina Police Department. We look forward to serving and protecting this great community for many years to come.

Edward R. Kinney
Chief of Police
Dispatch Center: (330) 725-7777 (non-emergency)

Please see the following statement from Chief Kinney regarding the Police Department's ongoing efforts to provide a fair, professional, and equitable police service. 

Medina City Police Department Fairness in Policing