Bloomfield Hills Public Safety Department

12/20/2025

Today, we honored the service and legacy of Captain Thomas Van Simaeys, who retired after 26½ years of dedicated service to the City of Bloomfield Hills. Surrounded by family and colleagues, we celebrated a career defined by leadership, professionalism, and commitment to public service.

Captain Van Simaeys’ impact extended far beyond his job, touching friends, coworkers, and family alike—an influence most recently reflected in one of his daughters, who was inspired to enter the public safety profession as an emergency services dispatcher with the Bloomfield Township Police Department. She had the special honor of participating in his final radio call, making the moment especially meaningful and memorable.

Thank you, Captain Van Simaeys, for your service and lasting legacy. We have the watch from here. Semper Fi and enjoy your retirement.

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Veterans Day 2025 🇺🇸

Today, we pause to honor the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to protecting our freedoms embody the very spirit of service that inspires us here at the Bloomfield Hills Department of Public Safety.

We are especially proud to recognize our own Public Safety Officers and community members who have worn the uniform — thank you for your continued service, both to our nation and our city.

To all veterans: we salute you today and every day.

10/19/2025

📢 National Prescription Take Back Day

The Bloomfield Hills Department of Public Safety is proud to partner with the DEA for National Prescription Take Back Day!

🗓 Saturday, October 25th, 2025
🕙 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
📍 45 E. Long Lake Rd., Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304

Do you have old, unused, or expired prescription medications at home? Bring them in for safe, anonymous disposal — no questions asked. This free event helps prevent medication misuse and keeps harmful substances out of our community and environment.

✅ Accepted:
🟢 Pills, capsules, and tablets in a sealed ziploc bag.

🚫 Not Accepted:
❌ Syringes or sharps
❌ Illicit substances
❌Liquids

Let’s work together to make Bloomfield Hills safer. Clean out your medicine cabinets and stop by on October 25!

📞 For more information, call 248-644-4200 (non-emergency line).

💙 Bloomfield Hills Department of Public Safety

10/11/2025

📣 You’re Invited! 📣

Join us tomorrow for the Bloomfield Hills Public Safety Open House — a fun, family-friendly event you won’t want to miss!

🗓 Date & Time: Sunday, October 12, 2025 • 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

📍 Location: Bloomfield Hills Public Safety Campus,

45 E. Long Lake Road

What to Expect 🧯🚓🚑

Tours of the Public Safety facilities
Meet & greet with our Public Safety officers, Public Works staff, and City staff
Explore emergency response vehicles, gear, and equipment
Specialized unit demonstrations & displays
Interactive educational stations & safety demos
Taste of Bloomfield Hills — sample from area restaurants
Food, beverages & seasonal treats for all

Bring your family, neighbors, and friends — it’s a great opportunity for the community to get to know the people who serve and protect us.

08/02/2025

🕯 Remembering Sgt. Steve Splan 🕯

On this five-year anniversary of Sgt. Splan’s passing, we continue to honor his memory and the legacy he left behind. His spirit lives on in the hearts of everyone in the department. 💙

Today, we’re thinking of Steve and his family.

We miss you, 325.

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our officer, Sergeant Steve Splan. Sgt. Splan passed away after suffering a medical emergency in our station while on-duty. Sgt. Splan was known for his quick wit, infectious smile and genuine concern for others. Sgt. Splan has been with the Department for 15 years and served in a variety of roles during his tenure. Most of all, Sgt. Splan had an unbridled passion to serve his community. He leaves behind a wife and four daughters. We ask for your thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and colleagues during this very difficult time.

05/13/2025

🇺🇸 National Police Officers Memorial Week 🇺🇸

This week, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

Today, we pay special tribute to Sgt. Steve Splan, who gave his life in the line of duty on August 2, 2020.

Sgt. Splan began his service in emergency response as a volunteer firefighter with the Troy Fire Department, and in 2005, he joined the Bloomfield Hills Department of Public Safety as a Public Safety Officer.

He is fondly remembered for his quick wit, infectious smile, and deep devotion to his family, friends, and colleagues.

💙 Sgt. Splan’s legacy of service and sacrifice will never be forgotten. We honor his memory today and always.

05/10/2025

Please join us in congratulating Sergeant Affeld on his graduation from the Northwestern School of Police Staff and Command, Class #599.

Sgt. Affeld proudly represented our agency at this esteemed institution, showcasing his dedication to leadership growth and the advancement of our organization.

04/26/2025

It's time for spring cleaning. Today is a great day to drop off your unused prescription medications for National Drug Take Back Day. Drop off unused prescription medications anonymously in our lobby from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or 24/7/365 in our drop box, which is located in the lobby.

10/26/2024

It's a perfect Saturday to clean out and take back your unused prescription drugs. We will be here from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.

Don't worry if you don't make it today; we still collect unused prescription drugs year-round in our lobby drop box.

08/02/2024

We shall never forget. Today we remember Sergeant Splan who made the ultimate sacrifice on this day in 2020.

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our officer, Sergeant Steve Splan. Sgt. Splan passed away after suffering a medical emergency in our station while on-duty. Sgt. Splan was known for his quick wit, infectious smile and genuine concern for others. Sgt. Splan has been with the Department for 15 years and served in a variety of roles during his tenure. Most of all, Sgt. Splan had an unbridled passion to serve his community. He leaves behind a wife and four daughters. We ask for your thoughts and prayers for his family, friends and colleagues during this very difficult time.

08/02/2024

On July 31st, Chief Gormley retired after 26 years of service to the City of Bloomfield Hills. During his tenure with the Department, Chief Gormley held the positions of Public Safety Officer, Field Training Officer, Hazardous Materials Technician, Evidence Technician, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Detective/Lieutenant, and Captain before being named Chief. Chief Gormley leaves a legacy, having trained many officers who are still working at the Department today. Congratulations Chief!

06/23/2024

The Bloomfield Hills DPS sends our deepest condolences to our colleagues at the Oakland County Sheriff's Office after the loss of their deputy in the line of duty overnight. Please keep them and the deputy's family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.