Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Patrolman Earl W. Casterline | Ohio State Highway Patrol
Patrolman Earl W. Casterline, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, served only 1½ Years as an Ohio State Patrolman before being killed in an auto accident. .. . Read the Full Story
Deputy Ellie Christine (Mohr) (Blackburn) Backscheider (1975-2026)
We are advised by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office of her death on October 6, 2026 at the age of 50.We will update this obituary when more information is received.
Detective 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.
Why it matters
Some have asked why we do what we do at the Greater Cincinnati Police Museum and by extension, at this website. This is why.
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.