Message from the Chief of Police

On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Greenhills Police Department, I would like to personally welcome you to our website. It is both an honor and a privilege to serve the residents, businesses, and visitors of the Village of Greenhills.

Our department is committed to providing professional, responsive, and community-focused policing. We take pride in building strong relationships with those we serve and emphasize proactive policing strategies to deter crime before it happens. We believe public trust is earned daily through transparency, integrity, and genuine partnership with our community.

Greenhills is a unique and close-knit community, and the safety and well-being of our residents are our highest priorities. Whether through patrols, community programs, school partnerships, or public outreach, our officers work tirelessly to create a safe environment where families thrive and businesses prosper.

We invite you to explore our website to learn more about our services, programs, and initiatives. Your involvement and feedback are important to us, and we encourage you to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions.

Thank you for your continued support of the Greenhills Police Department. Together, we can continue to make Greenhills a safe and welcoming place to live, work, and visit.

Stay safe and take care,

Jim A. Howarth
Chief of Police

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Community Events – Powered by YOUR Support

All Greenhills Police Department community events are funded entirely through generous donations from the public—no Village tax dollars are used. The Greenhills Police Community Fund helps make these events possible by covering the cost of supplies, refreshments, and giveaways that bring our community together.

The Community Fund supports items such as (but not limited to):

• Cookies for "Cookies with the Cops"

• Pizza and giveaways during "Gametime with GPD"

• The snow cone machine, food, and giveaways at "Cooking with the Cops"

• Pizza and Gift cards at "Building Bridges"

• Giveaways for kids, including sunglasses, stickers, balloons, yearly calendars, and much more

If you would like to contribute to the Police Community Fund and help support future events, please contact Chief Jim Howarth at 513-825-2101.

BUILDING BRIDGES – Connecting Youth & Police

Building Bridges is a community outreach initiative led by Master Barber Antonio Spicer in partnership with the Greenhills Police Department. The program is designed to strengthen trust, foster open dialogue, and build positive relationships between youth and law enforcement.

Through monthly gatherings in barbershops, schools, community centers, and churches, Building Bridges provides a safe and welcoming space for young people to share their perspectives, ask questions, and engage directly with police officers in both plainclothes and uniform. These sessions focus on honest conversations, mutual respect, and community empowerment, helping break down barriers and humanize the badge.

The initiative began in Greenhills and is expanding to neighboring communities, including Forest Park, Cincinnati, Springfield Township, and Great Parks of Hamilton County. Guest speakers from law enforcement, the judiciary, and local leadership often join the conversation, further enriching the experience.

Building Bridges is about authentic connection, understanding, and long-term change. You can access the details for the next monthly meeting by clicking HERE.

2026 COMMUNITY EVENTS

Coffee with a Cop - TBD

Gametime with GPD - TBD

Cooking with the Cops - August 4th: 

Open House - TBD

Touch a Truck (Harvest Fest) - TBD

Cookies with the Cops (Light-up Greenhills) - TBD

Building Bridges - TBD

   IN THE NEWS

 PRESS RELEASES

Aggravated Robbery Arrest - September 30, 2025

Winton Road Shooting - April 27, 2025

Chief Jim Howarth "Talking Greenhills" with Waycross Media

  CALEA Accreditation

The Greenhills Police Department is proud to announce that it earned accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in March 2025. This significant achievement reflects our continued commitment to excellence in law enforcement practices, accountability, and community service.

CALEA accreditation is considered the gold standard in public safety. It is awarded to agencies that demonstrate compliance with a rigorous set of internationally recognized standards that cover all aspects of policing—from policy development and operations to training, use of force, evidence handling, and community engagement. Only 5% of all Law Enforcement Agencies in the United States are CALEA-accredited.

This latest award marks the department’s sixth successful accreditation since 2008. Accreditation is granted on a four-year cycle and involves a comprehensive review process, including a detailed self-assessment, a public comment period, and an on-site assessment by independent CALEA assessors.

Maintaining this certification is a testament to the professionalism of our officers, the strength of our policies, and the trust we work to build with the Greenhills community each day. We thank our residents for their continued support as we remain dedicated to transparent, effective, and community-oriented policing. You can learn more about CALEA by clicking HERE.

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EMPLOYMENT

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A GREENHILLS POLICE OFFICER?

Are you dedicated to serving the Greenhills Community and making a difference? The Greenhills Police Department is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Police Officers. This role involves maintaining public safety, enforcing laws, and building strong community relationships. If you are passionate about helping others and committed to justice, we want you on our team.

Recruitment Brochure Click HERE  Employment Application Click HERE

       Community Engagement & Training Opportunities

The Greenhills Police Department is proud to offer two valuable programs to strengthen our partnership with the community:

Citizen Police Academy – This engaging program provides residents with an inside look at law enforcement operations, including patrol procedures, investigations, use of force, and more. Participants gain firsthand knowledge and understanding of officers' daily challenges and responsibilities.

Defensive Tactics Training—This hands–on training, taught by certified instructors, is Open to community members interested in personal safety and self-defense. It covers situational awareness, escape techniques, and basic defensive tactics. Click HERE for more information.

For more information or to register for either program, please call the Greenhills Police Department at (513) 825-2101.

Be a Part of Crime Solving – Join the Greenhills Video Camera Registry!
Help us work smarter through technology!

The Greenhills Police Department has a Video Camera Registry Program that allows residents and businesses to register the locations of their security cameras voluntarily. This information enables us to quickly identify nearby video sources in the event of a crime, saving time and increasing our chances of identifying and apprehending suspects.

We have already solved crimes using footage provided by residents. With your help, we can make our community even safer.

By signing up, you are not giving the police access to your live footage. You’re simply letting us know that you have cameras. If a crime occurs in your area, we may contact you to see if your cameras captured any helpful footage.

👉 To learn more and sign up, visit HERE

DRUG COMPLAINT IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD 

Greenhills Police Proud Partner of the Drug Abuse Reduction Task Force (DART)

The Greenhills Police Department is a proud partner of the Drug Abuse Reduction Task Force (DART), a specialized Hamilton County initiative dedicated to combating drug-related crimes and reducing substance abuse in our communities.

By working with DART, we can share intelligence, coordinate investigations, and enhance our proactive efforts to keep drugs out of Greenhills. This partnership strengthens our commitment to protecting residents and holding offenders accountable.

Learn more about DART by clicking HERE.
Submit a tip to DART anonymously by clicking HERE.

513.825.2101 Non-Emergency Number 

513.589.3582 (fax)

 CONTACT US THROUGH CALEA:

Access through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) is provided as an opportunity for comments, commendations, and other information regarding the agency's quality of service or other information relative to the agency's accreditation process and status.  The purpose of this public comment portal is to receive comments regarding our agency's compliance with CALEA standards, engagement in the service community, delivery of public safety services, and overall candidacy for accredited status. These comments can be in the form of commendations or concerns. The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide the participating agency with information to support continuous improvement, as well as foster the pursuit of professional excellence.

Click here to contact CALEA.