Canton Police Department (Ohio)

Canton Police Department (Ohio) Chief John Gabbard The first man to hold this job was Fred S. McCloud, who previously has served as an elected marshall. He served as chief until 1906.

Although Canton was founded in 1805 by the late Bezaleel Wells, its first chief of police was not appointed until almost a century later in 1903.

06/04/2026
The first We Believe in Canton event of the 2026 summer season was a huge success!Thank you to all the vendors who came ...
06/03/2026

The first We Believe in Canton event of the 2026 summer season was a huge success!
Thank you to all the vendors who came out and helped support our community. We truly appreciate your participation and dedication to making this event special.
A special thank-you goes to Sugardale for bringing out the Hot Dog Truck and generously donating their time and delicious hot dogs. Your support helped make this a memorable event for everyone who attended.
We look forward to seeing everyone at future We Believe in Canton events this summer! ☀️🌭🎉

Here’s just a few more photos from our Ohio Law-enforcement Special Olympics run.  
05/29/2026

Here’s just a few more photos from our Ohio Law-enforcement Special Olympics run. 

Just a little recap of our busy month of May!We kicked things off with the Exceptional Olympics, followed by Girls on th...
05/29/2026

Just a little recap of our busy month of May!
We kicked things off with the Exceptional Olympics, followed by Girls on the Run. We also had the opportunity to cook hot dogs for the Canton City Parks Youth Catfish Derby.
Then on Thursday, we were honored to be part of one of the most amazing events of the month — the Ohio Law Enforcement Special Olympics Torch Run. The turnout of athletes and their families was incredible!
We’re so thankful to be involved in these amazing community events, and this has been a great start to our summer event season. We can’t wait to see what’s ahead

🚨 Only 5 days until applications open!Ready for a career with purpose, excitement, and a team that’s got your back? This...
05/27/2026

🚨 Only 5 days until applications open!

Ready for a career with purpose, excitement, and a team that’s got your back? This is your sign. 👊

✔ Earn a salary of over $60k after your first year
✔ Tons of paid time off and extra pay opportunities
✔ Academy sponsorship
✔ Big city advancement opportunities

You belong here.

Learn more at: https://cantonohio.gov/2310/Police-Recruitment

As summer holidays roll around, we want to remind the community about the laws surrounding fireworks and the importance ...
05/21/2026

As summer holidays roll around, we want to remind the community about the laws surrounding fireworks and the importance of using them safely. We want everyone to enjoy time with family and friends, but it’s important to understand that fireworks can be dangerous and lead to serious injuries, fires, and property damage if used improperly.

Please be mindful of your surroundings, keep fireworks away from homes and vehicles, supervise children, and never handle fireworks while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. We also encourage residents to be considerate of veterans, pets, and neighbors who may be impacted by loud noises.

Let’s work together to keep our neighborhoods safe while enjoying the summer season.

This National Police Week, we honor the brave officers who have served our community with courage, integrity, and compas...
05/12/2026

This National Police Week, we honor the brave officers who have served our community with courage, integrity, and compassion. We remember the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice and stand grateful for those who continue to answer the call every day. Thank you to our officers, staff, families, and community for your unwavering support. Together, we remain committed to protecting and serving with pride. 💙🖤

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221 3rd Street SW
Canton, OH
44702

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