Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Chief Joseph Barry “Joe” Rieskamp (1948-2026)
A Celebration of Joe’s Life will take place on Thursday, December 3, 2026 from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Independence Senior Center at 2001 Jackwoods Parkway in Independence.
Patrolman Frederick Karsch | Cincinnati Police Department
The pistol had a short barrel and Patrolman Rainey had little leverage to hold it. While he held it with his left hand, he was striking at Marshall with a billy club in his right hand. Of the three shots, the first went wild and the next two went into Patrolman Karsch’s leg and abdomen and through his liver. Read the Full Story
Read moreDetective Glen Dewayne Shortt (1937-2026)
A Visitation will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. on October 29, 2026 at Dalton’s Funeral Home in Germantown. A remembrance service will be held at 6 p.m. He will be laid to rest at the Shortt Family Cemetery in Pound, Virginia on November 7th.
ODMP Launches New Program to Recognize Line-of-Duty Researchers
ODMP has launched a new program honoring researchers of fallen officers—Greater Cincinnati Police Historical Society and Museum was among the first recognized.
Law Enforcement Situation Simulator
Walk in the shoes of a police officer. See what it really means to make split second, life and death decisions. Experience this incredible simulation.
Free Gun Lock
There are no free lunches, but there are free gun locks! Read this post to find out how to receive one.