Thornville Police Department

05/22/2026

05/04/2026

🚨🚜 BIG FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY — YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS! 🚓🚧

Get ready for MACHINE MANIA in Thornville!
A hands-on, action-packed day where kids (and adults!) can touch, learn, and explore all kinds of awesome machines 🤯

🗓 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 Thornville Elementary (70 E Columbus St)

🔥 BONUS: FREE HOT DOGS from 11 AM – 1 PM 🌭

Bring the family out to:
✔️ Climb on big equipment
✔️ Check out police & work vehicles up close
✔️ Snap some cool photos
✔️ Enjoy a fun (and FREE!) community day

This is the kind of event kids talk about all summer — don’t miss it!

👉 Tag someone you’re bringing with you!
👉 Share this to spread the word!

05/04/2026

🚧 TRAFFIC ALERT – PARTIAL LANE CLOSURE 🚧

The Thornville Police Department would like to inform residents that there will be a partial lane closure tomorrow near the intersection of E. Columbus Street and Church Street.

🗓 Date: Tomorrow
⏰ Time: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Please use caution when traveling through the area and allow extra time for possible delays.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation!

04/29/2026

Thornville, Ohio- On March 2, 2026, officers with the Thornville Police Department conducted a traffic stop at the intersection of East Columbus Street and Main Street that resulted in the arrest of an adult male.

The stop was initiated due to an observed moving violation. During the investigation, officers determined the driver was operating a vehicle while under suspension. Officers requested and received consent to search the vehicle. During the search, officers located a crystal-like substance believed to be methamphetamine, along with drug abuse instruments.

The subject was taken into custody without incident and later released pending laboratory analysis.

The case was presented to the Perry County Grand Jury through the Perry County Court of Common Pleas, resulting in an indictment.

INDICTED:
Johnathan S. Kellner
Case Number: 26-CR-0038

Charges:
• Aggravated Possession of Drugs (F5)
• Illegal Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (M4)

Thornville, Ohio- On December 25, 2025, officers with the Thornville Police Department conducted a traffic stop in the area of East Columbus Street that resulted in the arrest of an adult male.

The stop was initiated due to an observed equipment violation. During the investigation, officers determined the driver was operating a vehicle while under suspension. Upon further inquiry, the individual admitted to possessing Methamphetamine and Suboxone.

The subject was taken into custody without incident and was later released pending laboratory analysis.

The case was presented to the Perry County Grand Jury through the Perry County Court of Common Pleas, resulting in an indictment.

INDICTED:
David F. Ohler II
Case Number: 26-CR-0039

Charges:
• Aggravated Possession of Drugs (F5)
• Possession of Drugs (F5)

The Thornville Police Department remains committed to proactive enforcement efforts to protect the community and deter criminal activity.

04/10/2026

🚔 Community Safety in Action!

The Thornville Police Department proudly joined the Perry County Safe Communities and Perry County EMA for the April Distracted Driving & Prom Promise Event, alongside the Northern Local School District and other districts across the county.

This important event helps remind our young drivers and the entire community about the real dangers of distracted and impaired driving.

👮‍♂️ Chief Palmer even took part in the distracted driving roadster to help demonstrate just how quickly things can go wrong when your attention leaves the road.

📵 Stay focused.
🚫 Drive sober.
❤️ Stay safe, Thornville.

04/03/2026

💥Introducing Our New Police E-Bike!💥

The Thornville Police Department is excited to add a new E-Bike patrol to our department. This will allow officers to better patrol parks, neighborhoods, community events, and downtown areas while staying connected with our residents.

The E-Bike will also be used for bicycle safety education and community outreach, especially with kids and families in our community.

If you see an officer riding the E-Bike around town, feel free to wave or stop and say hello!

Thornville Police Department

“Service Above Self”

03/21/2026

🚲 Bike Safety Reminder🚲

With the warmer weather here, we’re seeing lots of kids and families out enjoying their bicycles and e-bikes around the Village — which we love to see! ☀️

However, we’ve received a few concerns from residents about riders:

A few quick reminders for our riders:
🚦 Use crosswalks at intersections
👀 Watch for cars and pedestrians
🚶 Sidewalks are for sharing — slow down around walkers
🛑 Traffic rules apply to bikes too

Stay Tuned- The Thornville Police just added a police e-bike to the department! You may see an officer riding around town this summer. We’ll be out there meeting riders, talking safety, and hopefully keeping up with you all. 😄🚲

Parents — a quick safety talk with your little riders goes a long way.

Let’s work together to keep Thornville safe and fun for everyone.

— Thornville Police Department

03/17/2026

☘️ Happy St. Patrick’s Day from the Thornville Police Department! ☘️

We checked… there’s no pot of gold at the end of a DUI stop. 🌈🚓

If you’re celebrating today:
🍀 Wear green
🍀 Have fun
🍀 Don’t drink and drive

Plan a safe ride home and help us keep Thornville lucky today.

Stay safe, and may the luck of the Irish be with you! ☘️

03/09/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT – VILLAGE OF THORNVILLE 🚨

The Thornville Police Department would like to advise residents and motorists of upcoming roadway work in the Village.

🗓 Dates:
Tuesday , March 10 & Wednesday , March 11

📍 Location:
State Route 188 and State Route 204 in the main part of the Village. (Main Street & Columbus Street)

🚧 What to Expect:
• Temporary road closures may occur
• Traffic delays are possible
• Traffic control crews will be on site

⏱ Please plan ahead:
• Allow extra travel time
• Use alternate routes if possible
• Slow down and watch for workers and equipment

Your patience and cooperation help keep everyone safe while this work is completed.

Thank you for helping keep Thornville safe. 🚔

02/25/2026

Thornville, OH - On November 26, 2025, officers with the Thornville Police Department conducted a business check in the 300 block of East Columbus Street.

During the check, officers observed a suspicious vehicle occupied by an adult male.

Further investigation resulted in the discovery of suspected narcotics inside the vehicle.

The substances were seized and submitted for laboratory analysis.

Lab results confirmed approximately 25.73 grams of a mixture compound containing Fentanyl and Xylazine, as well as 0.10 grams of a crystalline substance containing Methamphetamine.

This case was presented to the Perry County Court of Common Pleas Grand Jury, which returned an indictment (Case No. 26-CR-0015).

The charges include:

• Possession of a Fentanyl-Related Compound (Felony of the First Degree)

• Aggravated Possession of Drugs
(Felony of the Fifth Degree)

• Illegal Use or Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (Misdemeanor of the Fourth Degree)

The Thornville Police Department remains committed to proactive enforcement efforts to protect our community and deter criminal activity.

Fentanyl is an extremely dangerous synthetic opioid, and even small amounts can have deadly consequences. The removal of this quantity from our community represents a significant step in protecting the safety and well-being of our residents.

"Service Above Self"

02/15/2026

The Thornville Police Department would like to thank Tony Taylor and Veteran Claims Paid, LLC for their generous donation toward the purchase of a department-issued firearm.

Reynoldsburg VFW Post 9473 for purchases of officer’s uniforms.

Community support like this helps ensure our officers are properly equipped to serve and protect Thornville.

We sincerely appreciate your commitment to public safety.