Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Police Officer Jerry Gene Blazer P-126 (1951-2026)
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Newcomer Funeral Home at 3300 Parkcrest Lane. FOP Services will be held at 7:45 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 12 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment to follow at St. Joseph (New) Cemetery at 4500 Foley Road.
Deputy William Luther “Bill” McGaha (1932-2026)
We are advised by retired Deputy Sheriff Leonard Rodney McGaha that Deputy McGaha died at the age of 93. We will update this obituary when more data is received.
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.