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PPD responded to a house fire on Bradley Ave this morning and rescued Apollo who was alone and frightened inside a smoke filled kitchen. Great job to our officers!
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Congratulations to Liam, our newest police officer. Today, Liam was sworn in by Mayor DeGeeter and had his badge pinned on him by Chief Bobak. Welcome aboard Liam and be safe out there today!
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The men and women of the Parma Police Department stand with our brothers and sisters of the Cleveland Police Department during this tragic time.
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Our department will have additional units on the road tonight looking for impaired drivers. Tonight is one of the busiest drinking nights of the year. Please do not drink and drive.
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Officers from the PPD SWAT Team performed their version of "Yard Crashers" this morning by helping an elderly resident with fixing up her yard. Officers worked in the rain to give a face lift to the home. Great job!
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PPD is aware of an earlier post on a Snapchat account threatening an act of violence at Parma HS tomorrow. The matter is under investigation. Student and staff safety is our highest priority. Precautions are being implemented to ensure their safety at school tomorrow.
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A big THANK YOU to Parma High School Principal Bridget Zywiec who donated approx 10K gloves to our dept. We shared these with UH Parma Hospital, Parma Metro Hospital, and other departments within the city.
#UHParma
#ParmaMetro
#stayingsafe
#weareinthistogether
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Thanks to Mr. Chicken in Parma at Pearl Rd. and Ridge Rd. for donating 100 ($10 each) gift cards to our department. We are using these gift cards to reward citizens in the community for acts of kindness or assistance to our department or the general public.
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Due to the governor’s orders along with the fact that our city is currently experiencing flooding in many different areas, we are asking that you only travel on an emergency basis at this time.
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(3) At one point, two supervisors were asked to join the protestors to show support, which they did. Everyone was treated with respect, and their 1st Amendment rights were fully protected. The entire event was peaceful and protestors thanked us for keeping them safe.
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Please lock your car doors at night. We recently had a rash of car “break-ins” where the cars have been left UNLOCKED. This includes 6 different cars that were all left UNLOCKED. Some had credit cards taken, 2 had car keys inside (yes, both then stolen), and 1 with a gun inside!!
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We would like to thank the medical staff at
@metrohealthCLE
,
@SWGHospital
,
@UHParma
, as well as the paramedics at
@ParmaOHFire
, and Parma Heights Fire Departments. Thank you to the CPD
@second_district
for helping get Det. Berry to Metro Hospital safely.
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Our department will have increased patrol units out this weekend through Sunday targeting impaired drivers. Don’t drink and drive!
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PPD is pleased to announce that we have designated our lower level parking lot as a "Safe Exchange Zone" for residents needing a safe place for child custody exchanges, private property exchanges and e-commerce transactions. Please see the attached info for further details.
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One of the best traffic units in NE Ohio leading the parade festivities today.
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Thank you to Antonio’s Pizza for the sheet pizzas for lunch today.
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We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the officers of
@CLEpolice
and the family of Officer Fahey on their tragic loss today.
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Thank you to Barabicu Smokehouse in Parma for the generous food donation to our officers today!
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(1) There is chatter on a social media account that at yesterday’s protest in front of the Parma Justice Center, officers from the department “mocked” protestors while they were observing a moment of silence to honor George Floyd. This is absolutely false.
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This morning Officers of the Parma Police Department, along with members of the Parma Service Garage, were able to rescue this young deer who spent an extended period of time stuck on the ice.
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We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the men and women of the Euclid Police Department on the loss of Officer Jacob Derbin. He and his family and the entire the department are in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace Officer Derbin.
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Thank you to Cory Perkins who assisted Parma Police and Parma Fire in alerting residents to evacuate during a recent fire at an apartment complex in our city.
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Most people don't like visiting the dentist for a checkup. By the look on his face, K-9 Coney isn't thrilled about it either. Thank you to the kind folks at Apple Hill Animal Hospital for taking care of our four-legged officer.
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Do not buy gift cards and read numbers from the card to post anyone's bond. We do not accept gift cards as a form of payment.
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Missing: Katarina Bitterman, 17 y/o, 5'5, 120 lbs. Last seen 3/4/17 at 2:30pm on Augustine Dr. Anyone w/ info please call 440-885-1234.
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Additional photo of missing person Katarina Bitterman. Anyone w/ info please call 440-885-1234.
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Congratulations to Lucas Woronischtsche who was awarded the Citizen of the Month Award by Mayor Tim DeGeeter for his support of the Parma Police K-9 unit!
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Today we remember and honor all of the brave men and women who served their country and died while doing so. We thank them and their families for their sacrifice. It is because of them that are able to enjoy our freedoms.
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Special thank you to Lucas who has been a huge supporter of our K-9 unit.
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Remember and honor all military members that have died while serving in the United States Armed Forces. Thank you to all of the veterans who were willing to put their lives on the line for our country!
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Thank you to Thomas Whitby who was a valuable witness to an accident that occurred on 6/18/19 in our city. Thomas stuck around and provided officers with pertinent information. He was given two Mr. Chicken gift cards for his efforts.
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Thank you to Rob and Alan Euerle from the Parma Armory for donating PPE to the Parma Police and Fire Departments!
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Thank you to all of the local businesses and residents who have continued to support our police department during these difficult times.
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UPDATE on Snapchat threat at Parma HS. The investigation into this threat is ongoing as PPD detectives are working with our federal partners on identifying the source of the threat. Precautions have been taken to ensure the safety of students and staff at Parma HS.
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A special thank you and shout out to Gideon and Josiah and their families who set up a lemonade stand to raise money for fallen officers. They wanted to meet a police K9 and their wish came true as Ptl. Jackson and Dexter paid them a visit.
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Thank you to our friends at
@MissionBBQ
for their generous donation to the Friends of the Parma Police who are raising money to help the department purchase a new training simulator.
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Thank you to Robert Hutchinson from
@BlueLineCrafts
for the kind donation of a handcrafted department flag. It will be proudly displayed in our training and roll call room. Very much appreciated!
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Parma is once again named one of the safest cities in Ohio. Please click on the link below to see the report from the National Council for Home Safety and Security:
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Thank you to the Heidelberg Distributing Company from Independence, Ohio, for the generous donation of water to our department.
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We will be conducting an OVI / Sobriety Checkpoint today, Friday, June 15, 2018, at 7 PM until 1 AM in the 5200 block of W 130th for northbound traffic.
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Parma Police participated in
#randomactofkindness
today in passing out gift bags in memory and on the anniversary of CPD Officer Wayne Leon’s EOW!
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Our deepest condolences to the officers at
@MentorPolice
on this terrible loss.
We are sad to report that a Mentor Police Officer was killed by a hit and run driver early this morning. We are seeking your assistance in locating the suspect's vehicle.
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PPD would like to give a special thank you to
@Browns
defensive lineman
@jamie_meder98
and
@Indians
Slider who stopped by the Parma Safety Fair today to spend time with us and the residents in our community.
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We would like to thank 4 y/o Lucas for stopping by today to say hello to Officer McGinty. Lucas had a chance to meet the patrol commander, the police chief, the safety director and the mayor. He also got to see the inside of a police car.
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After being sworn in, Liam signed his oath of office with Mayor DeGeeter, Safety Director Weinreich, and Chief Bobak. Liam then got to meet his new police family. We're honored to have you aboard Liam.
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Thank you to everyone that donated food and money to our food drive. We collected over $2000 and 2000 lbs of food which was split between the Parma Hunger Center and the Parma Collaborative.
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He may only be 4 y/o, but today Lucas played the part of Santa for PPD K-9 Officers Coney, Dexter, Max, and Beny by bringing them holiday joy in the form of doggie treats and toys. A big thank you to Lucas from our four-legged officers! 🐶
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Happy Holidays! Wishing everyone a happy, healthy, and safe Christmas! 🎄
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Ptl. Campana and K9 Officer Max working on narcotics detection skills on the PPD range.
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So proud of our patrol officers who collected and made donations for the No-Shave November campaign. They presented a check for $6,256 to A Special Wish Foundation to send Ella to Disney World. Great job officers and thank you to all who donated.
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This week we take time to remember & honor our police brothers and sisters who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect their communities. Thank you to Mayor DeGeeter, Director Weinreich, and our elected leaders for their support and recognition of National Police Week.
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PPD on scene with a rolling meth lab in the parking lot of BP at Broadview and Pleasant Valley Rd. BP parking lot is temporarily closed.
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(2) All of the officers conducted themselves professionally during the protest. There were approximately 7 officers present which included two sergeants, and a captain. At no time did they observe any officers mocking anyone participating in the protest.
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Due to the generous donations from our food drive on Monday, we were also able to deliver Thanksgiving dinner to three needy families in Parma, in addition to the food and money given to the Parma Hunger Center. We want to wish everyone a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving
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Thank you to Jennifer Piekarski and her crew of dedicated technicians from SERVPRO of Parma (
@ServproKosters
) for sanitizing and disinfecting our police cruisers today.
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Parma PD Honor Guard members attended the funerals of Officers Morelli and Joering today to in order pay their respects to our fallen comrades. Our thoughts and prayers are with their families, and our brothers and sisters at
@WestervillePD
. Rest in Peace Brothers.
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Please avoid the area of West 130th, just north of Huffman Rd. There is a working garage fire and both directions of traffic have been shut down.
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This week is National Police Week. Chief Bobak and the men and women here at PPD would to thank the community for their support. This morning, our Honor Guard performed a ceremony raising the flag at half-staff to honor our fallen colleagues.
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Ben Archer and family are our first recipients of Mr. Chicken cards for stopping to assist a 7 year old special needs child that walked away from his caretaker.
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@tellwesterville
@WestervillePD
Our deepest condolences on your loss today...your brothers and sisters from Parma PD
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PPD will be conducting an OVI checkpoint tonight in the 5300 block of State Rd. It will target s/b traffic & will run from 8pm-midnight.
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Congratulations to Lt. Thomas Siedlecki for his recent graduation from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Great job!
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Please avoid the area of Brookpark Rd. and Knollwood as traffic is being rerouted. SWAT is on scene dealing with a suicidal male. Details to follow.
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The Parma Police Dept. will be conducting an OVI/Sobriety Checkpoint next Friday, Aug. 17, 2018. Specific location and times will be announced that day.
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With the holidays upon us and people buying gifts online, we just want to remind the community that PPD is a designated "Safe Zone."
PPD is pleased to announce that we have designated our lower level parking lot as a "Safe Exchange Zone" for residents needing a safe place for child custody exchanges, private property exchanges and e-commerce transactions. Please see the attached info for further details.
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Thank you, we also have the honor of serving with the best firefighter/paramedics in the Midwest.
We proudly salute and honor our brothers and sisters in blue. We are honored to serve on a daily basis with the fine men and women of the Parma Police Department.
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Our Honor Guard members remember the fallen heroes and innocent victims from the 9/11 attacks 20 years ago today!
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We will be conducting an OVI / Sobriety Checkpoint tonight Friday, August 17, 2018, in the 5900 block of State Rd. It will run from approximately 7 PM until 1 AM and will target the southbound lanes.
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Thank you Lucas and family for your continued support to our K-9 unit!
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Thank you to Kohl’s for donating $1,000 to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children!
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Tomorrow Nov 21, PPD will be hosting a food drive at the Giant Eagle, located at 1825 Snow Road. We will be collecting non-perishable food items. Monetary donations can also be made. All donations will help support the Parma Hunger Center.
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Thank you to all of the veterans for your dedication and service to our country!
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Parma Police Department wearing pink badges for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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Please let this serve as a reminder to never leave your pets unattended outside in this brutal weather. Kudos to Columbus PD.
THANK U OFFICERS 4 RESCUING THIS EMACIATED PUP!
This morning officers on the city’s south side got a call of a dog tied outside.
Officers found out the owner was hospitalized-family occasionally stopped by & fed the dog. Unacceptable in extreme weather like this.
@columbushumane
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The Parma Police Department will be conducting an OVI/Sobriety Checkpoint this evening Friday, August 16, 2019, in the 5600 block of Pearl Rd. The checkpoint will target the southbound lanes and is scheduled to run from approximately 7:00 PM until 1:00 AM.
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Thank you to the mystery person who went out of their way to show their appreciation to our department this week by putting up the blue ribbons. We are grateful for the many citizens that have shown their support for us in many different ways!
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The Parma Police Dept. will be holding a food drive on Monday, November 19, 2018, at the Giant Eagle located at 1825 Snow Rd. The food will benefit the Parma Food Bank.
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Our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Trooper Kenneth Velez and to all our brothers and sisters at the Ohio Highway Patrol.
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Congratulations to Dean Leon who was recently promoted to lieutenant and Jared Mowry who was recently promoted to sergeant!! Both are pictured here being sworn in by Parma Mayor Tim DeGeeter.
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Thank you to Destiny, Gracie, Troy, and Kayla who brought in some dog toys for our K-9 unit today!
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Thank you to B’laster Corporation for the donation of 10 boxes of hand sanitizer!
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Thanks to our friends at Mission Barbecue for their kind donation to the department which helps us buy needed equipment.
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Police have charged Logan D. Sinclair of Cleveland in connection with the Nov 28 homicide at the Sunoco.
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Thank you
@TheTrivShow
,
@smokinrocknroll
,
@wtam1100
, and David Mortach of Mortach Financial for lunch yesterday. The food was delicious and we appreciate your continued support of law enforcement!
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Thank you to both Wingstop and Starbucks for their respective generous donations of wings and coffee to our department over the weekend!
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PPD, Parma Heights PD and BCI officials will be holding a press conference with the media to provide an update on the officer involved shooting that occurred this afternoon.
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PPD will be conducting an OVI checkpoint tonight in the 6200 block of Ridge Rd. It will target n/b traffic & will run from 7pm till 1am.
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A big thanks to PFD firefighters and all the PPD officers who have been stopping by and supporting Lucas in his quest to raise funds for our K-9 unit.
Today Rescue 3 stopped by to visit Lucas who is raising funds to support our Parma Police K-9 unit. Stop by & help Lucas with his fundraising at 7610 Wainstead Drive in Parma. Thanks for your efforts Lucas, you are our hero. But we think you should join our crew some day!
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PPD detectives arrested Lawrence Simko, age 42 of Parma in connection with the March 14th bank robbery of the Citizen's Bank located at 7360 York Rd. Simko is charged with one count of Aggravated Robbery and is in custody.
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Our condolences, thoughts, prayers and love to the family of Officer Vu Nguyen and our brothers and sisters
@CLEpolice
on the loss of a great officer.
We can't thank you enough. The support from the community here in
#CLE
and beyond has been amazing!!! Thank you,
@TowerLightsCLE
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