5th Annual GCPHS Golf Outing
The Golf Outing will be held on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 at the beautiful Glenview Golf Course, 10965 Springfield Pike, Glendale OH 45246.
Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Sergeant Carl Frank Hille| Cincinnati Police Division
On Saturday, July 15, 1942, with only one off day every week, Sergeant Hille was looking forward to his two-week vacation starting on the 17th. He and Sergeant Willard Ortman were assigned to split the desk duty and a flip of a coin decided that Sergeant Hille would supervise the district from 11 p.m. to 3 a.m… More
Sheriff Simon Lawrence “Si” Leis, Jr. (1934-2026)
After dozens of well-publicized battles in his career, his greatest perhaps was after he was diagnosed with cancer. After years of fighting it, he finally lost that battle on June 27, 2026 at the age of 92. This obit will be updated when more information is ascertained.
Sergeant Dennis M. “Duke” Clasgens (1945-2026)
A visitation will be held on Thursday, July 2, 2026, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at Hodapp Funeral Home at 6041 Hamilton Avenue. An FOP service will be held at 10:15 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Church at 3565 Hubble Road in White Oak, immediately followed by burial at the St. James Cemetery.
Police Chief Michael Gerald Schappa (1951-2026)
Chief Schappa passed away after a brief battle with cancer on June 24th, 2026 at the age of 74. We will update this obituary when more information is received.
Sheriff Gary Lee Lay (1946-2026)
A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 18, 2026, from 10 to 11 a.m. at Ryan Funeral Home at 2418 N. Sherman Avenue in Madison, Wisconsin. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m.
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.
Free Parking Fo r Museum Patrons
Free and convenient parking is now available for patrons of the Police Museum. Signs have been erected designating all space between 306 and 318 Reading Road as Police Museum Parking.