Police Department
About the Ravenna Police Department
The Ravenna City Police Department proudly serves the 11,500+ citizens of the City of Ravenna, with a staff of 27 sworn Law Enforcement Officers and 11 Communications Officers. The department is equipped with a state of the art computer aided dispatch system, mobile data terminals, enhanced 911, and other advanced technology to better serve its citizens. Our officers answer over 20,000 calls for service each year ranging from public assists such as vehicle lockouts to more serious criminal offenses such as assaults, burglaries and robberies. In case of more serious tactical incidents, the department belongs to Metro Swat which is a multi-jurisdictional agency that further enhances our response capabilities. The department works with a Federal Task Force through the DEA (Drug Enforcement Agency), which investigates illegal drug activity in Ravenna and throughout the county.
A Message from the Chief
Our department works every day to protect and serve the people of Ravenna with professionalism, fairness, and respect. We focus on preventing crime, addressing concerns quickly, and creating a safe environment for everyone who lives, works, or visits our city.
Strong connections with our community are the heart of what we do. Through open communication, problem-solving, and a commitment to community policing, we aim to build trust and work side-by-side with our residents. If you have a question, concern, or idea, we want to hear from you.
As Chief of Police, serving Ravenna is more than just a job – it’s personal. I was born and raised here. I take great pride in leading the dedicated men and women of the Ravenna Police Department, and I am fully committed to supporting them and the citizens we are honored to protect.
Sincerely,
Jake Smallfield
Chief of Police
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🚨 Community Advisory 🚨
If you notice an increased law enforcement presence tomorrow morning, don't be alarmed.
On Wednesday, July 1, from 7:00 a.m. to approximately 9:30 a.m., the Ravenna Police Department and several of our public safety partners will be conducting a multi-agency active shooter training exercise in the 6000 block of N. Chestnut St.
During this time, you may see numerous police vehicles in the area. This is only a training exercise. There is NO emergency and no threat to the public.
Training like this allows our first responders to practice working together in a realistic environment so we're prepared to respond effectively if a critical incident ever occurs.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep our community safe.
Can't wait to see the number of people who can't read ask what's going on.
Stay cool, it’s going to be hot and muggy
thanks for sending this to me Rachel you know I would have been freaking out. lol
Thank you for letting us know, please stay safe and thank you for your service
In this heat?? Please be careful Ravenna PD.. Somebody with the means, can you buy these lovely humans some ice cream or something!? Dang!! Vance's is affordable LOCAL family operated and amazing.. just saying.. I would if I could y'all just know that ok?
God help you with the heat
So what you are saying is Barney gets to pull his bullet out of his shirt pocket ?
Thank you all for what you do!!! We love our RPD!
Be safe in this heat.
Not gone lie Ravenna police cool as hell
Thank you for the update and thank you for ALL u do too protect us!!!!!!
Thank you for your service
Thank you for all you do to help our communities.
Thanks for all you do RPD
Yes! 🙌 Awareness
Anyone wishing to volunteer to be shot should call 330-321-9876. Volunteer victims must provide their own blood.
Thank you for your service and try to stay cool
It should include training on how to stay in your jurisdiction. I have witnessed two pull overs in the township. And yes I understand if a infraction occurs inside city limits they can pull you over outside thier jurisdiction but they must have the lights activated inside city limits.
Stay safe
So noted.😉👍
Thank you
God Bless them and keep them safe.
THANK YOU!!
Kathy Peters just so you know
FUCK RAVENNA POLICE
COOLING CENTER OPENING IN PORTAGE COUNTY OH TUESDAY, JUNE 30, TO THURSDAY, JULY 2, 8AM-8PM AT SHEPHERD'S HOUSE
The US National Weather Service Cleveland OH has issued a HEAT ADVISORY this week for N Ohio, inclu#PortageCountyOHntyOH.
Shepherd's House of Portage County will be opening its doors to people who need shelter from the extreme heat. Temps will be in the 90s with the heat index at 100 or more. The service is free.
A Heat Advisory is issued by the National Weather Service when temperatures or heat index values are high enough to pose a risk of heat-related illnesses, but not severe enough to trigger an Extreme Heat Warning. It signals that outdoor activities may be hazardous, particularly during peak heat hours.
Shepherd's House is located at 2645 State Route 59, Ravenna, Ohio.
Shepherd's House is also in need of volunteers during those 3 days. If you are able to help please contact the shelter at 330-235-8600.
For information about staying safe during periods of significant heat, head here: ready.gov/heat or weathersafety.ohio.gov/weather-safety/spring-and-summer-safety/extremPortage Prepareseat
Portage Prepares
Thanks for sharing, Ravenna Police Department!
🚓❤️ Help Us Support Akron Children's Hospital! ❤️🚓
This Saturday, June 27, stop by Walmart in Ravenna (2600 State Route 59) between 11:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. and help make a difference!
The Ravenna Police Department will be on site accepting donations for Akron Children's Hospital during the Food Truck Festival & Touch-a-Truck fundraiser.
Bring the family out to: 🚔 Explore police cars, fire trucks, and other emergency vehicles 🌮 Enjoy delicious food from local food trucks 💙 Support an incredible cause that helps children and families right here in our community.
Every donation, big or small, helps provide life changing care to children in need.
📍 Where: Walmart – 2600 State Route 59, Ravenna 🗓️ When: Saturday, June 27 🕚 Ravenna Police Donation Hours: 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
We hope to see you there! Thank you for helping us support the kids and families of Akron Children's Hospital. 💙👮🚒
Walmart Ravenna
**** Nugget has been reunited with his family ****
🐾 FOUND DOG – PLEASE SHARE 🐾
This sweet boy was found near the Boys & Girls Club and is currently safe. He may answer to the name "Nugget" and is believed to possibly belong in the Central Avenue / Walnut Street area.
If you recognize him or know who his owner may be, please contact the Ravenna Police Department. He will be hanging with us for safekeeping while we try to reunite him with his family.
Please share to help get this handsome guy home! ❤️🐶
I believe he lives on Central close to N Walnut St. Yellow house.
I think that's my neighbors dog...171 east central ave.
Glynis Elizabeth do you recognize this lil guy?
Praying the Lord Jesus Christ will bring this precious fur baby home safe Soon Amen 💯😢🐕🐶🙏 NC
Praying you find his owner quickly… thanks for taking care of him! 🙏🏻💙🙏🏻
Shared with prayers
Samantha Dittebrand???
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YAY HOME SAFE WONDERFUL NEWS ❤️
Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.
Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. As we spend time with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything to protect them.
From all of us at the Ravenna Police Department, we extend our deepest gratitude to our fallen heroes and their families.
🇺🇸 We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸
