The City of Germantown Police Department

06/18/2026

🚨UPDATE- THE TORNADO SIREN IN HILLCREST HAS BEEN REPAIRED!

📢 Community Update – Hillcrest Tornado Siren

We are aware that the Hillcrest tornado siren did not activate last night during the severe weather event.
The siren functioned normally during the scheduled monthly tornado test earlier this month. We currently have a call in to determine what occurred and to ensure the issue is corrected as quickly as possible.
As a reminder, outdoor warning sirens are designed to alert people who are outdoors during severe weather events. They should not be relied upon as your only means of receiving weather alerts, especially if you are indoors or sleeping.
Please stay weather aware by enabling emergency alerts on your mobile device, using a NOAA weather radio, local weather apps, or other indoor alerting methods.

Thank you for your patience as we work to gather more information and address the issue.

06/15/2026

TRAFFIC HAZARD:

Please avoid area from Astoria Rd West to the bridge by Creek Rd. This area will be closed due to power lines being down. There is no estimate at this time for how long the road will be closed. You will not be able to go to any businesses in that stretch of roadway. For residents living near this area, you may lose power while the lines are being fixed.

06/05/2026

For Immediate Release reference the incident in the Windcliff area of Germantown.

DAYTON, Ohio – Tony Houston, 40, of Germantown, has been arrested and charged federally with possessing unregistered fi****ms.

06/03/2026

For Immediate Release:

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is more than a tradition in Germantown — it is a reminder that freedom comes at a cost, and that we must never forget those who gave everything for our country.

Thank you to everyone who participated, organized, and attended today’s Memorial Day events. May we always honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. 🇺🇸

05/20/2026

Parents, please take a moment to talk with your kids about safe and legal riding of electric bikes and scooters. Following traffic laws, using safety gear, and riding responsibly helps keep everyone in our community safe. Together, we can keep Germantown safe!

05/18/2026

As warmer weather approaches, vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles tend to increase. Please remember to lock your car doors, remove valuables from plain sight, and take your keys with you at all times. Taking these simple precautions can help prevent crime before it occurs.

05/17/2026

On Friday, May 15, 2026, PFC Worrell attended the Dedication Ceremony for the Montgomery County Law Enforcement Memorial in Dayton, Ohio, where 49 law enforcement officers who lost their lives in the line of duty were memorialized, including Sgt. Robert Woods and Assistant Chief Orion Hale, who were honored for their dedicated service to the Germantown Police Department.

05/15/2026

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Community Harvest Church for the thoughtful box of cookies and coffee provided in honor of Police Week.

Your kindness and support mean more than words can express. Gestures like this remind our officers and staff that the community stands beside them and appreciates the sacrifices made each day in service to others.

Thank you for taking the time to recognize and support law enforcement during Police Week.

05/12/2026

A big thank you to Bio-One for their generous support and thoughtful basket of goodies in recognition of National Police Week 2026. Your kindness and appreciation are truly valued.