Franklin Ohio Division of Police

09/14/2026

We are happy to welcome Mallorie Bentley as the newest member of our team! Mallorie joins the Franklin Division of Police as a Public Safety Dispatcher, serving both Police and Fire.

Please join us in welcoming Mallorie to the City of Franklin! 🚓🚒

09/12/2026

Today, on National Police Woman’s Day, we recognize the women who serve in law enforcement and thank them for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to their communities.

We especially recognize the women of the Franklin Division of Police and thank them for their service to our community.

09/11/2026

Angel Blanton please contact our department at 937-746-2882 . We have a debit card that was turned in that belongs to you . Thank you

09/11/2026

Never Forget!

09/05/2026

***owner located****
Dog located on S River St in our city . If this pup belongs to you, please contact us at 937-746-2882 .

09/05/2026

A purse was turned in to our Department today that was located at The Community Park . If you are missing one, please contact us at 937-746-2882 .

09/04/2026

Please join us in congratulating Officer Stephen Figliola on his retirement from the Franklin Division of Police!

Steve began his service with the City of Franklin as a reserve police officer on July 29, 1997, before becoming a full-time officer on September 9, 2001.

Throughout his career, Steve served on road patrol, in the Detective Section, as a School Resource Officer for the Warren County ESC, and as a longtime member of the Warren County Tactical Response Unit. His assignments included investigating serious crimes and participating in numerous high-risk tactical operations.

Steve’s dedication was recognized with several honors, including the MADD Award for impaired-driving enforcement, the Safe Driving Award, the Exemplary Performance Award, and the Meritorious Service Award for actions that resulted in saving a life.

We thank Officer Figliola for his many years of courageous and dedicated service to the citizens of Franklin and Warren County and wish him the very best in retirement!

09/03/2026

🚔 Franklin Officers Assist in Pursuit

At approximately 1:43 a.m. on September 3, officers with the Franklin Division of Police were notified of a pursuit involving the City of Montgomery Police Department in Hamilton County. The pursuit had traveled north on Interstate 75, with the Ohio State Highway Patrol assisting.

A short time later, an OSHP trooper encountered the suspect vehicle traveling more than 100 mph near State Route 63 and initiated a pursuit. The vehicle exited at State Route 123 and entered Franklin.

Franklin officers joined the pursuit as the vehicle traveled along State Route 123. At the Community Park roundabout, the driver circled twice before attempting to drive over a curb and striking a Franklin police cruiser.

A Franklin officer then successfully performed a PIT maneuver, bringing the vehicle to a stop. Officers boxed in the vehicle and took the driver into custody following a brief struggle.

The driver was identified as 20-year-old Zion Smith of Dayton. The Ohio State Highway Patrol assumed custody and is handling the related crash investigation and charges.

Thankfully, no officers or members of the public were injured.

Pro tip: Don’t flee from law enforcement. It never works out.

09/02/2026

UPDATE THE WATER ISSUE IS RESOLVED

It’s unknown why, but the water is out in the area of Franklin Woods. The Water Department is en route to determine the reason and try to fix the water issue.

08/25/2026

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