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.ย  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.ย  Through open communication, problem-solving, and a commitment to community policing, we aim to build trust and work side-by-side with our residents.ย  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.ย  I was born and raised here.ย  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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Police Department Address

220 Park Way
Ravenna, Ohio 44266

If you are reporting an emergency, please dial 9-1-1

Phone: 330.296.6486
Fax: 330.296.4561

Office Hours:

Communications & Patrol:
Open 24 hours.
Administration & Detectives:
Mon-Fri 7am-3pm
Records Division:
Mon-Fri 7am-3pm
Administration and Records are closed on all major Holidays

Email the Police Department:
rpdinfo@ravennaoh.gov

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๐Ÿ“ข Community Invitation: Tour Your Ravenna Safety Facilities

Ravenna residents: you're invited to take a firsthand look at the buildings that serve as the backbone of your public safety services.

๐Ÿ—“ Saturday, April 18
โฐ 10:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Current Police, Fire, and City Hall Facilities

As our city considers a 0.25% income tax levy on the May 5, 2026 ballot to fund a new, combined Safety Center, we believe itโ€™s important for you to see the current conditions for yourself.

What youโ€™ll see during the tour:
๐Ÿš Aging infrastructure: parts of these buildings are over 100 years old, with systems that are increasingly difficult and costly to maintain
โš ๏ธ Safety and functionality challenges: limited space impacts efficiency, coordination, and response capabilities
โ™ฟ Lack of ADA accessibility: our current facilities do not fully meet modern accessibility standards
๐Ÿšซ No public restrooms: a basic service weโ€™re unable to provide to residents visiting our buildings
๐Ÿงฉ Fragmented operations: Police, Fire, and City Hall are separated, reducing collaboration and efficiency

These are not just building issues, they directly impact the level of service we can provide to our community.

This tour is an opportunity to:
โœ”๏ธ Ask questions
โœ”๏ธ See the challenges firsthand
โœ”๏ธ Learn what a modern, combined Safety Center could provide for Ravenna

Weโ€™re proud to serve this community and believe you deserve a clear, transparent look at where things stand today.

We hope to see you Saturday.
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๐Ÿ“ข Community Invitation: Tour Your Ravenna Safety Facilities

Ravenna residents: youre invited to take a firsthand look at the buildings that serve as the backbone of your public safety services.

๐Ÿ—“ Saturday, April 18
โฐ 10:00 AM โ€“ 12:00 PM
๐Ÿ“ Current Police, Fire, and City Hall Facilities

As our city considers a 0.25% income tax levy on the May 5, 2026 ballot to fund a new, combined Safety Center, we believe itโ€™s important for you to see the current conditions for yourself.

What youโ€™ll see during the tour:
๐Ÿš Aging infrastructure: parts of these buildings are over 100 years old, with systems that are increasingly difficult and costly to maintain
โš ๏ธ Safety and functionality challenges: limited space impacts efficiency, coordination, and response capabilities
โ™ฟ Lack of ADA accessibility: our current facilities do not fully meet modern accessibility standards
๐Ÿšซ No public restrooms: a basic service weโ€™re unable to provide to residents visiting our buildings
๐Ÿงฉ Fragmented operations:  Police, Fire, and City Hall are separated, reducing collaboration and efficiency

These are not just building issues, they directly impact the level of service we can provide to our community.

This tour is an opportunity to:
โœ”๏ธ Ask questions
โœ”๏ธ See the challenges firsthand
โœ”๏ธ Learn what a modern, combined Safety Center could provide for Ravenna

Weโ€™re proud to serve this community and believe you deserve a clear, transparent look at where things stand today.

We hope to see you Saturday.

๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿ’› Dispatch Week Appreciation ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿšจ

A big thank you to Rootstown Fire Department for bringing in Subway during Dispatch Week! ๐Ÿฅช

We truly appreciate the support and are proud to work alongside such a great team. ๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ‘

#dispatchweek #thankyou #teamwork
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๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿ’› Dispatch Week Appreciation ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿšจ

A big thank you to Rootstown Fire Department  for bringing in Subway during Dispatch Week! ๐Ÿฅช

We truly appreciate the support and are proud to work alongside such a great team. ๐Ÿš’๐Ÿ‘

#DispatchWeek #ThankYou #Teamwork

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That’s nice…. ๐Ÿ‘๐Ÿ˜Š

Thank you Chief!

Thank you, Chuck!

Thank you!!!

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๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿพ Paws-itively Found! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿšจ

This sweet girl was found hanging out at Childrenโ€™s Park on N. Chestnut St. Looks like she decided to take herself on a little adventure! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’•

Sheโ€™s now safe and got the VIP treatmentโ€ฆ a ride in the back of a cruiser (donโ€™t worry, no charges filed ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿš”). Sheโ€™s a female pup wearing a leather collar and is super friendly.

If this good girl belongs to you, or you know her family, please contact us so we can reunite her with her humans. Letโ€™s get her back home where she belongs! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿพ

๐Ÿ“ž Please call Ravenna PD with any information. 330-296-6486

#FoundDog #Ravenna #PawsAndProtect #NotAllWhoWanderAreLost #FurReal
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๐Ÿšจ๐Ÿพ Paws-itively Found! ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿšจ

This sweet girl was found hanging out at Childrenโ€™s Park on N. Chestnut St. Looks like she decided to take herself on a little adventure! ๐Ÿถ๐Ÿ’•

Sheโ€™s now safe and got the VIP treatmentโ€ฆ a ride in the back of a cruiser (donโ€™t worry, no charges filed ๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿš”). Sheโ€™s a female pup wearing a leather collar and is super friendly.

If this good girl belongs to you, or you know her family, please contact us so we can reunite her with her humans. Letโ€™s get her back home where she belongs! ๐Ÿก๐Ÿพ

๐Ÿ“ž Please call Ravenna PD with any information. 330-296-6486

#FoundDog #Ravenna #PawsAndProtect #NotAllWhoWanderAreLost #FurReal

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Someone lost a dog by super good. Can’t find the post

April Liber ?

Shared with prayers

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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week | April 13โ€“19, 2026

This week, we proudly recognize the voices behind the scenesโ€”our (911) public safety dispatchers.

At Ravenna Police Department, our dispatchers are the first point of contact in emergencies. They are the calm in the chaos, the steady voice guiding callers through some of their worst moments, and the critical link between the public and first responders.

Our team handles calls and dispatches for:
๐Ÿš“ Ravenna Police Department
๐Ÿš’ Ravenna City Fire
๐Ÿš’ Rootstown Fire
๐Ÿš“ Marlboro Police Department
๐Ÿš’ Marlboro Fire Department
๐Ÿš’ Charlestown Fire
๐Ÿš’ Paris Fire
๐Ÿš’ Palmyra Fire
๐Ÿš’ Edinburg Fire

Every call matters. Every second counts. And every decision they make has an impact.

Their work is often unseenโ€”but it is never unimportant.

To our dispatchers: thank you for your professionalism, your dedication, and your ability to stay calm under pressure. We appreciate everything you do to keep our communities safe.

๐Ÿ’› Weโ€™d melt without you.
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National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week | April 13โ€“19, 2026

This week, we proudly recognize the voices behind the scenesโ€”our (911)  public safety dispatchers.

At Ravenna Police Department, our dispatchers are the first point of contact in emergencies. They are the calm in the chaos, the steady voice guiding callers through some of their worst moments, and the critical link between the public and first responders.

Our team handles calls and dispatches for:
 ๐Ÿš“ Ravenna Police Department
๐Ÿš’ Ravenna City Fire
๐Ÿš’ Rootstown Fire
๐Ÿš“ Marlboro Police Department
๐Ÿš’ Marlboro Fire Department
๐Ÿš’ Charlestown Fire
๐Ÿš’ Paris Fire
๐Ÿš’ Palmyra Fire
๐Ÿš’ Edinburg Fire

Every call matters. Every second counts. And every decision they make has an impact.

Their work is often unseenโ€”but it is never unimportant.

To our dispatchers: thank you for your professionalism, your dedication, and your ability to stay calm under pressure. We appreciate everything you do to keep our communities safe.

๐Ÿ’› Weโ€™d melt without you.

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Been there and done that, keep up the great work!!!

Thank you all for the very important work you do!!

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๐Ÿฐ๐ŸŒท Happy Easter from the Ravenna Police Department! ๐ŸŒท๐Ÿฐ

We hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful Easter day with family, friends, and loved ones.

A special thank you to Ravenna Parks and Recreation for hosting a fantastic egg hunt yesterday! The weather couldnโ€™t have been better, and it was great to see so many members of our community out enjoying the day together.

We are proud to serve such a wonderful community. Stay safe and have a happy, blessed Easter!
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๐Ÿฐ๐ŸŒท Happy Easter from the Ravenna Police Department! ๐ŸŒท๐Ÿฐ

We hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful Easter day with family, friends, and loved ones.

A special thank you to Ravenna Parks and Recreation  for hosting a fantastic egg hunt yesterday! The weather couldnโ€™t have been better, and it was great to see so many members of our community out enjoying the day together.

We are proud to serve such a wonderful community. Stay safe and have a happy, blessed Easter!Image attachmentImage attachment+6Image attachment

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Happy Easter...the RPD was cruising the streets this morning. ๐Ÿ˜Ž ๐Ÿš“๐Ÿš“๐Ÿ‘ฎ‍โ™‚๏ธ๐Ÿ‘ฎ‍โ™€๏ธ

Thank you ๐Ÿ˜Š

Happy Easter and be safe out there

Best wishes

Happy Easter . ๐Ÿฐ

๐Ÿฃ๐Ÿฐ

Happy Easter! Stay safe โœ๏ธ

Happy Easter

Happy Easter

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter. Enjoy your day and thank you for all you do.๏ฟผ

Sucks my kids missed it cause I had to work

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