$ 5000 REWARD$ 5,000 Reward being offered for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the shooting deaths of two Lorain teenagers, as well as the city's other unsolved homicides. Commend/ComplaintIf you would like to commend an officer/employee, or if you have a complaint, please call our Office of Professional Standards at 440-204-2189. Drug Tip LineDrug Tip Line: 440-204-2108 Information on Recent HomicidesTo provide information on recent homicides or shootings, call Detectives at 440-204-2105. Report an EmergencyReport an emergency or crime in progress, dial 9-1-1. Report Non-EmergencyTo report non-emergency situations or crimes that are not in progress, dial 440-204-2100, or if calling within the City of Lorain on a landline phone, dial 3-1-1 Test for Police OfficerApplications are currently being taken by the Lorain Civil Service Office for the position of police officer from 4/5 - 4/23. Their office is located at City Hall, 3rd flr, 200 W. Erie Avenue, Lorain.
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The Lorain Police Department recognizes that
it derives its authority from and is accountable to the community it serves. The department
will continually strive to provide effective and efficient police service to the citizens of
Lorain consistent with the community's needs and concerns.
We believe that the basic concerns of the citizens of Lorain include a desire for peace,
tranquillity, and freedom from crime and disorder. The Lorain Police Department's primary
functions are the prevention of crime, the enforcement of laws in a fair and impartial manner
and the apprehension of those who violate the laws.
Our actions at all times shall be consistent with the principles of a democratic society
through recognition of both the statutory and judicial limitations of police authority and the
constitutional rights of all persons.
We further believe that only through a coordinated police-community effort can public order
and safety be achieved and sustained; therefore, we will actively encourage community support
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Values are the core of our moral beliefs and
self-worth. They are convictions that bond us together to accomplish specific tasks and
objectives. They are what we share and believe. We, the members of the Lorain Police Department,
value.
Constitutional Rights
We shall uphold this country's democratic values as embodied in the Constitution and dedicate
ourselves to the preservation of life, individual freedoms and justice for everyone.
Integrity
Integrity is the absolute honest and ethical personal behavior and performance of duty that
must be the hallmark of every member of the department.
Professional Excellence
Recognizing the changing and diverse needs of the community, the Lorain Police Department
pledges to establish and maintain high performance standards to ensure public confidence
and trust. Professional excellence is a direct result of progressive training, a positive
attitude and personal commitment.
Commitment to Employees
The department recognizes that its employees are the vital component to the successful
delivery of police services. We believe we can achieve our highest potential by actively
involving our employees in problem solving and improving police services. We support an
organizational climate of mutual trust and respect.
Community Sensitive Policing
Department members shall uphold laws in an ethical, impartial, courteous and professional
manner while respecting the rights and dignity of all persons. We will be compassionate and
provide assistance to victims and those in need.
Community Partnership
Recognizing the fact that police agencies were established as a result of society's voluntary
limitation of personal freedoms, we encourage and expect the participation of the community
in facilitating solutions to problems of mutual concern. We therefore solicit and support
contributions from all members of this community. |
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A police officer is both a citizen and a law
enforcement officer who, on behalf of his fellow-citizens, prevents crime, preserves the
public peace, protects persons and property, and detects and apprehends offenders.
It is the tradition of the police profession to be helpful to all beyond the call of duty.
A police officer is a servant of the law. Honesty in thought and deed should characterize a
police officer’s official and private life. A police officer must be impartial and fair to
all people, whatever their social position, race or creed.
A police officer must be incorruptible. A police officer should have a compassionate
respect for the dignity of the individual and behave to all with courtesy, self-control,
human understanding and tolerance. A police officer must never use more force than necessary
to accomplish a legitimate purpose, nor may he ever subject anybody to any form of cruel,
inhuman, or degrading treatment.
A police officer should strive continually to increase his professional skills. In so
doing, the officer should seek to gain ever-greater insights into society and human nature.
A police officer must execute the laws and regulations of his jurisdiction and obey
orders given pursuant to such laws and regulations. Matters of a confidential nature coming
to the attention of a police officer should be kept secret unless the performance of duty
requires otherwise. A police officer’s conduct as a citizen should be exemplary. |
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