Museum Temporarily Closed!
The Greater Cincinnati Police Museum will temporarily close effective Sunday, March 22. 2026.
Merchant Policeman Albert Doyle | Newport Merchant Police
Doyle drew his revolver, but a lookout he had not seen standing in the shadows near the Citizens Bank and Trust Company shot him in the back. Though wounded and falling, Policeman Doyle turned and shot five times at the lookout. The lookout continued shooting and the other burglars shot at the officer. Read the Full Story
Read moreChief 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.
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.
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.