City of Ardmore - Police Department

06/12/2026

🚴💙 Ardmore Police Department officers recently spent 40 hours in Norman sharpening their skills through an IMBA police bicycle training course led by Sgt. Thomas Zermeno of the Norman Police Department.

From patrol tactics and obstacle courses to emergency response scenarios and bike maintenance, the course challenged officers both on and off the bike. Bicycle officers provide a unique advantage by allowing access to areas patrol vehicles can't reach while creating more opportunities to connect with the community.

Congratulations officers on completing the course and investing in continued training to better serve Ardmore! 💙🚴‍♀️💪

06/05/2026

🎉 Join us in giving a warm welcome to Officer Datrell Poindexter, the newest member of the Ardmore Police Department!

We’re glad to have you on the team and look forward to the impact you’ll make in our community. 💙🚔

06/02/2026

Go from Junior Officer ➡️ real officer with the Ardmore Police Department!*
Apply online at the link in bio!
*Excited giggles guaranteed

05/29/2026

🎉 -NOW HIRING- 🎉
The Ardmore Police Department is a 53-officer department with a 20-year retirement and great medical benefits. The department is working 12-hour shifts that have you off 16 days a month with a 3-day weekend every other week!

Ardmore is centrally located between DFW and Oklahoma City on I-35 next to two major lakes - Lake Texoma and Lake Murray. Ardmore is also in the heart of the Chickasaw Nation! The Chickasaw Nation has built a 5 star casino and hotel in the city limits.

The City of Ardmore is also currently in the process of building a new police department building. For more information on the benefits and department, visit ardmorecity.org - we are always looking for new officers. If you are interested, contact Captain White! (580) 221-2562

Apply online today: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/ardmorecity/jobs/3432692/police-officer?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

05/27/2026

🎉🎉🎉We proudly congratulate Officer Ryan Murrell for being named the 2026 Large Agency Officer of the Year for the State of Oklahoma! 🥇

Officer Murrell received this prestigious recognition during the awards banquet last Thursday, where his outstanding contributions were celebrated.

Each year, the Oklahoma Chiefs of Police Association selects one exceptional large agency officer. This award honors a full-time law enforcement officer in Oklahoma who has distinguished themselves through exemplary service in an agency that serves a population of 10,000 or more.

In the past year, Officer Murrell has demonstrated remarkable bravery, sharp judgment, and a steadfast commitment to his fellow officers.

Well done, Officer Murrell! Your hard work and dedication truly stand out! 👏👏👏

05/25/2026

Today, we honor and remember the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

Their courage, dedication, and selflessness will never be forgotten. As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, let us take a moment to reflect on the freedoms we enjoy because of those who gave everything to protect them.

From all of us at the Ardmore Police Department, we extend our gratitude to our fallen heroes and their families.

🇺🇸 We remember. We Honor. We thank you. 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

Congratulations Officer Murrell!!

The Oklahoma Association of Chiefs of Police awarded Ardmore Officer Ryan Murrell with the 2026 Large Agency Officer of the Year at the annual banquet on May 21st.

This prestigious award is presented to any full-time Oklahoma Law Enforcement Officer who has distinguished themselves in a commendable manner and serves a population over 10,000.

In September 2025, Officer Murrell was engaged in a vehicle pursuit when an Oklahoma Highway Patrol Trooper joined the effort to assist. During the coordinated tactical vehicle intervention, the Trooper’s patrol unit overturned and caught fire. Officer Murrell immediately responded to the unit and forced the door open, deflated the airbag system, and gave clear verbal directions to the Trooper to guide him to safety as he was severely injured and disoriented.

OACP Executive Director Steve Whitlock states "In the face of danger and under extraordinary circumstances, Officer Murrell displayed exceptional bravery, quick judgement, and unwavering commitment to a fellow officer by taking actions that directly saved the life of the Trooper. This act of courage reflects the highest standards of honor, sacrifice, and brotherhood within law enforcement.”

Congratulations to Officer Murrell!

05/16/2026

Whether in patrol, investigations, K-9, SWAT, communications, or other units behind the scenes, thank you to the men and women of the Ardmore Police Department for serving our community every day. 💙

05/15/2026

Police Week 2026- Roll Call
Officer Herbert Poe
EOW: 03/25/1970

In the early morning hours of Wednesday, March 25, 1970, Officer Poe was driving home on his motorcycle after finishing his shift. As Officer Poe traveled south on S. Washington, he collided with the rear steps of a switch engine at the railroad track between Stanley Avenue and 2nd Avenue.

Officer Poe had received two departmental commendations for outstanding work during the preceding 11 months. Officer Poe had been with the Ardmore Police Department for two and a half years at the time of his death.

Officer Poe was survived by his wife, daughter, and son.