AUSTINTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT

POLICE – CONTACT

AUSTINTOWN TOWNSHIP POLICE
92 Ohltown Road, Austintown, Ohio 44515

Phone: 330-799-9721

Fax: 330-799-8651

CONTACT DEPARTMENT

NAME PHONE
Robert Gavalier, Chief Of Police 330-799-9721

ALL DIVISIONS (NON-EMERGENCY)

NAME PHONE
Non-Emergency (24/7/365) 330-270-5100

DETECTIVE DIVISION

NAME PHONE
Det. Lt. Jordan Yacovone 330-270-5109
Det. Sgt. Kathy Dina 330-270-5110
Det. Sgt. Kathy Dina 330-270-5110
School Resource Officer 330-270-5110
Hostage Negotiator 330-270-5110
Det. Sgt. Brian Heinz 330-270-5120
Det. Sgt. Shawn Hevener 330-799-9721
Det. Sgt. Curtis Ingram 330-270-5115
Det. Sgt. Greg McGlynn 330-270-5106
Det. Sgt. Doug Scharsu 330-270-5114
Det. Sgt. Robert Whited 330-270-5120

PATROL DIVISION

NAME PHONE
Lt. Tom Collins 330-270-5121
Lt. William Hoelzel 330-270-5118
Lt. Mark Skowron 330-270-5119
Sgt. Greg Brinsko 330-799-9721
Sgt. Jeff Churilla 330-799-9721
Sgt. Chris Collins 330-799-9721
Sgt. Valorie Delmont 330-799-9721
Sgt. Richard John 330-799-9721
Sgt. Shawn Pezzuolo 330-799-9721
Ptl. Matthew Bellish 330-799-9721
Ptl. Daniel Burich 330-799-9721
Ptl. Chance Hanshaw 330-799-9721
Ptl. Adam Hess 330-799-9721
Ptl. De-Ondrea Hilson 330-799-9721
Ptl. Brandon Johnston 330-799-9721
Ptl. Alexander Kooyman 330-799-9721
Ptl. David Kriebel 330-799-9721
Ptl. Anna Mangan 330-799-9721
Ptl. Bradley McFadden (K9) 330-799-9721

PATROL DIVISION Continued

NAME PHONE
Ptl. Scott McIntyre 330-799-9721
Ptl. Ryan Mong 330-799-9721
Ptl. Anthony Morucci 330-799-9721
Ptl. Jason Murzda (K9) 330-799-9721
Ptl. Chris Pasvanis 330-799-9721
Ptl. Allen Phillips 330-799-9721
Ptl. David Potkonicky 330-799-9721
Ptl. Ryan Reese 330-799-9721
Ptl. Lea Rozzo 330-799-9721
Ptl. Joshua Watkins 330-799-9721
Ptl. Joseph Wojciak 330-799-9721
Ptl.. David Yohman 330-799-9721
Reserve Ptl. Ronnie Crum 330-799-9721
Reserve Ptl. Ron DeAmicis 330-799-9721
Reserve Ptl. Mark Ensign 330-799-9721

SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION

Normal Hours are Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
Voice mail also available

NAME PHONE
Sue McCabe – Administrative Assistant to Chief 330-270-5116
Teresa Drummond – Records 330-270-5104
Cathy McClain – Records 330-270-5103

POLICE – Forms

POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMON QUESTIONS

  • How do I get a copy of a report?

    Reports (Criminal & accidents) can be picked up at the Police Department Monday-Friday (except Holidays) from 8 am-4 pm. Please note that certain criminal cases or accidents may not be immediately available to the public due to ongoing investigations that may jeopardize the case. Accident reports are also available online. Click here for more information.

  • How can I tell if someone is still in Prison or the County jail?

    Click here for more information on VINE (Victim Information and Notification every day).

    For Mahoning County Jail inmate information click this link. Vinelink

  • What is the law concerning barking dogs?

    On August 22, 1995 Austintown Township Trustees adopted a resolution authorizing the control of dogs with Austintown Township. In particular, this resolution covers Barking and Noisy Animals and Unsanitary Conditions.


    Ohio Revised Code 955.221

    Section 1-Barking and Noisy Animals: No owner, keeper, or harborer shall keep or harbor any dog which howls or barks or emits audible sounds which are unreasonably loud or disturbing and which are of such a character, intensity, and duration so as to disturb the peace and quiet of the neighborhood or to be detrimental to the life and health of any individual.


    Section 2-Unsanitary Conditions: No owner, keeper, or harborer shall keep or harbor any dog in the township so as to create noxious or offensive odors or unsanitary conditions which adversely impact the health, comfort, or safety of the public.


    Section 3-Penalties: Any violation of this resolution shall result in a minor misdemeanor. Each day of continued violation constitutes a separate offense. Fines levied and collected for violation shall be distributed to the treasury of the county, township, or Municipal Corporation whose resolution or ordinance was violated pursuant to division (C) of Section 1907.20 of the Ohio Revised Code.


    Officer(s) arriving at the scene will conduct an interview with the affected parties. In Addition, officers will determine if the sound or barking is unreasonably loud or disturbing. Officer(s) must take into consideration the time of day and what is going on around the dog (i.e.: storm, animals, children playing nearby). Officer(s) will check to determine if any other calls regarding the barking dog(s) have been reported and at that point determine if a citation is to be issued or a warning explaining that in the future any further disturbances could result in a citation. The public must understand that the Officer must hear the dog barking and determine it to be excessive in order to issue a citation. A minor misdemeanor citation cannot be issued without the officer witnessing the violation.


    In regards to unsanitary conditions, the officer will follow the same guideline as listed above but with the standards of noxious or offensive odors or unsanitary conditions.

  • How can I get fingerprinted for civilian background check?

    The Austintown Police Department cannot fingerprint individuals for civilian background checks because the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI&I) will no longer accept ink-rolled fingerprints cards for Ohio background checks.


    BCI&I now offers WebCheck, which is an Internet-based program for civilian background checks. The program reduces the return rate to as little as several hours. To find a location near you that was WebCheck capabilities or to find out more information on WebCheck you can go to https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Business/Services-for-Business/WebCheck/Webcheck-Community-Listing

  • How can I get help installing a child car seat?

    Since 2001, the Austintown Township Police District has provided Child Car Seat installation and education. During that year, a patrol Officer was certified in CPS or Child Passenger Safety and a fitting station was established at the Austintown Police Station or one of the Austintown Local Schools under the direction of the Mahoning valley SAFE KIDS coalition.


    Realizing the value of this service to our community and the lack of other trained police officers, Chief Gavalier authorized a second Police Officer to be trained in CPS in 2006.


    Both Austintown Police Officers install and educate parents about the importance of Child Passenger Safety. Appointments can be made at the Austintown Police Department by calling 330-270-5115 or via email to DareOfficerToth@AustintownTwp.com

  • Does Austintown have a curfew?

    Yes. It is from 11 pm to 6 am (7 days a week) for everyone under 18 years of age.

  • How can I safely dispose of unused/expired R/X and OTC medicine?

    Bring it to APD.

  • I have a problem with a stray dog. Who do I call?

    The Mahoning County Dog Warden (330) 740-2205

    The Dog Warden’s office handles:

    1. Dogs running at large.

    2. Dog license enforcement.

    3. Nuisance/Dangerous/Vicious dogs as relates to State Law Injured STRAY dogs.

    4. Bite cases, for stray and owned dogs.

    5. Lost and Found dogs.

    6. Dog fighting complaints.

    7. Livestock claim involving a STRAY dog.


    The Dog Warden’s office does not handle the following:

    1. Dead animals.

    2. Injured animals, such as cats, raccoons, etc.

    3. Cat complaints.

    4. Abuse and/or Abandonment. (Please contact the Humane Society)

    5. Barking Dogs

  • Who can I contact about an abused or neglected domesticated animal?

    The Animal Charity Humane Society (330) 788-1064 ext. 17

    The Society handles:

    A domesticated, owned animal…

    …without food, water, or shelter

    …that has been abandoned by its owners

    …whose owner is neglecting/mistreating/abusing it

    …whose owner is not providing it necessary veterinary care

    …who is living in unsanitary/unhealthful conditions/confinement

    …whose owner is pink-slipped/probated/arrested

    Any stray cat that is clearly suffering and easily observed to be sick or injured.

    Anything involving dog/cock/animal fighting for entertainment/”sport” purposes.


    The Society does not:

    Pick up raccoons, unless specifically directed by the Health Department

    Do anything involving wildlife; please notify ODNR at (330) 245-3038

    Pick up injured stray dogs or dogs running at large; please notify the Mahoning County Dog Warden

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    Click this link to read about some common scams. While this information is geared toward older people, who tend to be targeted more, it is valuable reading for everyone.

TIP LINE

Check our new FaceBook page https://www.facebook.com/Austintownpolice


We will be posting information on recent crimes, wanted persons, BOLOs (be on the lookouts), etc. You can call our tip-line 24/7 at 330-270-5108 to leave a message. Do not call this number if you have an emergency or need a police response.

Austintown Crime Stoppers
Austintown 911 Maho9ning County Police, Fire, EMS

VACATION CHECKS


The Police Department provides a Vacation Check service by making extra patrols in the neighborhood and stopping at houses of residents that are on vacation.


If you are interested in this service then download the form, fill it out and drop it off at the Police Department (24/7).

After Hours Emergency Contact Form

After Hours Emergency Contact Form
After Hours Emergency Contact Form

Medical Contact Form

Medical Contact Form

In an effort to handle issues involving residents with autism or other medical issues as best as possible we are asking that the Medical Contact Form be completed and submitted to the Township’s Communications Division. This information may be used by police, fire, and medical personnel. Please complete one form per person.


In order to view/complete this form, you will need to have a copy of Adobe’s Acrobat reader installed on your computer. Most computers already have this program loaded on them but if your does not then you get to download a free copy of the program by clicking here. While you can print and complete this form by hand we ask that you complete the form online and then print it. Drop the completed form off at the Police Department anytime.


If you have any questions you can contact us at 330-270-5105

POLICE – DEPARTMENT INFORMATION

POLICE GENERAL INFORMATION

The Police Department is made up of 5 divisions. Each is responsible for duties specific to the division but also works closely with the other divisions within the department to insure it meets our Mission/Value Statement:

The Mission of the Austintown Police District is to improve the quality of life, uphold the law and protect the lives and property of every citizen. We will display honesty, integrity, dedication and professionalism while accomplishing our mission.

ADMINISTRATION DIVISION

The Administration division consists of Chief of Police Robert Gavalier. The APD Gold Badge Chief is responsible for the department’s operation and management in accordance with the general policies of the Board of Trustees and the Township Administrator.

COMMUNICATIONS DIVISION

The Communication Division supports the Patrol and Detective Divisions and consists of the Dispatch Supervisor and 15 Dispatchers. They are responsible for answering 911, emergency and non-emergency phone calls for police, fire and EMS then dispatching the calls on a priority basis via a sophisticated radio system. They are also responsible for tracking all Calls For Service, accessing the LEADS and NCIC computer systems, relaying pertinent information to the other divisions, and assisting the public with a wide variety of issues. For more information and photos of the dispatch room and the radio system.

DETECTIVE DIVISION

The Detective Division supports the operations of the Patrol Division by conducting in-depth investigations resulting in the apprehension of criminal(s) engaged in pervasive criminal activity. The Division also provides trained evidence collection personnel who respond to major Felony crime scenes to preserve and collect evidence. Currently the department has six (6) Detectives assigned to various adult crimes ranging from Identity theft to Homicide, two (2) Detectives assigned to investigate Juvenile crimes, two (2) Detectives assigned to narcotics thru the Mahoning Valley Law Enforcement Task Force and (1) Detective assigned to DARE and Crime Prevention.

PATROL DIVISION

The Patrol Division is the foundation of the Police Department providing the residents and businesses of Austintown with Law Enforcement protection and public services 24 hours a day 7 days a week. The 29 Officers of the Patrol Division are compromised of three separate eight hour shifts consisting of Six Patrol Officers, two Sergeants, and a Lieutenant. Officers are responsible for enforcing all Township Resolutions and State Laws, the protection of life and property, conducting preliminary investigations and apprehension of criminals. The Patrol Division has one (1) State and North American Police Work Dog Association certified Patrol and Narcotic canine.

SUPPORT SERVICES

The Support Services Division assist the Patrol and Detective Divisions by providing communications, record filing,Support Services information retrieval and other functions as directed by the Chief of Police. Those functions include (1) computer entry of arrests, warrants and case information, (2) word processing, (3) filing and maintaining records, (4) respond to telephone/public contacts, (5) process fingerprint cards, (6) process seized license plates/driver licenses, (7) file traffic citations/accidents, (8) maintain record security and (9) produce correspondence for administration. As the public can see the Support Services are a vital and often overlooked division comprising of two records secretaries and the Chief’s Secretary.

POLICE COMMUNICATION DIVISION

AREAS WE SERVICE


The Austintown-Boardman-Mahoning County Joint Communications District has expanded and upgraded the radio system to four sites covering the majority of Mahoning County.


The Austintown Communications Center proudly provides service to:


  • Austintown Police Department
  • Austintown Fire Department
  • Beloit Village Fire Department
  • Craig Beach Village Police Department
  • Craig Beach Volunteer Fire Department
  • Ellsworth Township Fire Department
  • Jackson Township Police Department
  • Jackson Township Fire Department
  • Lowellville Fire Department
  • Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office
  • Mahoning County Dog Warden
  • Mahoning County HAZMAT
  • Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office
  • Milton Township Police Department
  • Milton Township Fire Department
  • New Middletown Fire Department
  • Springfield Township Police Department
  • Springfield Township Fire Department
  • Western Reserve Fire District (Poland Village & Poland Township)


Austintown 911 Maho9ning County Police, Fire, EMS
Austintown Dispatch

PUBLIC FEEDBACK

Complaint of Agency or Employee Misconduct
Any person may initiate a complaint of misconduct against the Austintown Police Department or any of its employees. Complaints may be submitted in person, by telephone, by mail, by facsimile (FAX), or electronically (E-mail). Complaints may be submitted by a victim of or witness to alleged misconduct, a third party having information of alleged misconduct, an anonymous person, or an employee. All complaints will be reviewed by the Chief of Police as part of the internal affairs function.


Any employee against whom a complaint has been made is prohibited from securing or attempting to secure, directly or indirectly, by threat, appeal, persuasion, or payment or promises of reward or retaliation, the withdrawal of the complaint, the refusal by any person to cooperate with the investigation, or the intercession of any official or other person to cause the complaint to be withdrawn or abandoned.


All complaints shall be promptly and thoroughly investigated. Investigations shall commence as soon as practicable and be completed within forty-five (45) days of receipt by the Chief of Police. In the event that, for reasonable cause, an investigation cannot be completed within 45 days, the Chief of Police may extend the investigation as circumstances may require. The complaining person shall be informed of the extension of any investigation beyond 45 days, and every 30 days thereafter until the investigation is completed. An investigation is completed when the Chief of Police either determines that no misconduct occurred, issues disciplinary or corrective action, or forwards a request for disciplinary action to the Board of Trustees.


The Chief of Police will notify the complaining person in writing of the final disposition of the complaint.


If you have a complaint – or a compliment – please contact us at:
Phone: 330-799-9721  Fax: 330-799-8651 or
Email: 
ChiefOfPolice@austintowntwp.com
Address: 92 Ohltown Rd, Austintown, OH 44515


LAW ENFORCEMENT CAREER

START A CAREER WITH THE AUSTINTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT



Are you interested in a challenging and rewarding career in law enforcement with excellent pay and benefits?


The Austintown Township Police District is accepting applications and is seeking highly motivated and energetic persons for an entry level patrol officer position.

Minimum requirements for a patrol officer:

  1. Twenty-one (21) years of age or older
  2. Earned a high school diploma or GED
  3. Valid Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate
  4. Valid Ohio Driver’s License
  5. Good driving record
  6. No felony or domestic violence convictions
Police Career

A candidate must also complete a multi-phase selection process. These phases include:

  1. Successfully pass a Fitness Test (40th percentile based on Cooper Institute Standards for Physical Fitness in 5 out of 6 events)
  2. Written Test and Personality Trait (score 70% or higher to continue process)
  3. Background Investigation (includes but not limited to contacting present and former employers, criminal history check, contacting personal references, credit report)
  4. VSA (voice stress analysis)
  5. Panel Interview
  6. Drug Test
  7. Medical Exam
  8. Psychological Test

Applications are available 24/7/365 at the Police Department or by clicking this link.


You can also obtain one by mail by sending an 8 1/2 x 11 SASE envelope to:

Austintown Township Police District
Attn: Application Request
92 Ohltown Rd
Austintown, OH 44515


THE AUSTINTOWN TOWNSHIP POLICE DISTRICT
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


APD Application

POLICE – PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

TRAINING

ACTIVE SHOOTER PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM

ACTIVE SHOOTER PREPAREDNESS PROGRAM


Research has shown that many mass shootings, or active shooter events, are over before law enforcement responders arrive on the scene. Civilians who find themselves in an active shooter event must be prepared to take immediate action to save their own lives before law enforcement arrives. The average response time for law enforcement to arrive at an active shooter event is 3 minutes. Without effective, preplanned response options for civilians at the scene of the attack, many victims can be seriously injured or killed during the time it takes officers to respond.  This training is offered by The Austintown Police Department to businesses & organizations free of charge. Contact Ptl. Keith Smith at smith139@austintowntwp.com  for further information, or to schedule your training session. A Homeland Security Fact Sheet can be downloaded here.

SOCIAL AGENCIES

NAME PHONE SERVICES
Community Legal Aid 330-744-3198 Community Legal Aid is a non-profit law firm serving the legal needs of low-income individuals and families, and seniors with an issue in central northeast Ohio
Mahoning County Job and Family Services 330-749-2600 Mahoning County Job and Family Services is in place to provide financial assistance, food stamps, medical benefits and certain other services to individuals and families who meet Federal and State eligibility guidelines in Mahoning County
Mahoning County Children Services 330-941-8888 Mahoning County Children Services, in partnership with the community, is committed to being the leader in protecting children while helping to preserve families.
Help Hotline Crisis Center, Inc. 330-747-2696 or 211 Not sure where to turn or where to start looking for help then try this agency.
Battered Persons Crisis Center & Shelter 330-747-4040 Provides referral and short term protective shelter (Sojourner House). Also has a Domestic Violence Support Group. No Cost for their services.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH/CRIME PREVENTION

DRUG TAKE BACK BOX

D.a.r.e.

NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH / CRIME PREVENTION

We want you to join the Austintown Community Neighborhood Watch


Residents in our neighborhood will meet soon at Lucianno’s Restaurant, 1729 S. Raccoon Rd to make the community a safer place to live. Neighborhood watches across the county help neighbors get to know each other better and reduce criminal activity in their communities. 


Did You Know:

Austintown has an anonymous Crime Watch Tip Line: 330-270-5108 and crime mapping


Austintown Police needs your help to report crimes. Since 2001 Austintown D.A.R.E. with Crime Prevention has been taught in the Austintown Local Schools. For more information contact Officer Toth at dareofficertoth@austintowntwp.com


Officer Toth is available to do security surveys at Austintown homes and businesses. Contact him at the above email for further information.


I need you to join the Neighborhood Watch!

DRUG TAKE BACK BOX

PHARMACEUTICAL/OVER-THE-COUNTER DRUG TAKE-BACK PROGRAM


For your convenience, there is an R/X Drug Drop Box available 24 hours a day/7 days a week in the lobby at the Austintown Police Department, 92 Ohltown Road, Austintown, OH.


We accept old, expired, used R/X and OTC medicine. NO needles, syringes, liquids, or inhalers PLEASE. If you have any questions call: 330-270-5115

D.A.R.E.

Since 2001, Officer Jeff Toth, in cooperation with The Austintown Local School District, Austintown Police Department, Austintown Trustees, and the Attorney General of the State of Ohio has been teaching the D.A.R.E. curriculum to students in grades kindergarten, first, third, fifth, seventh and tenth. This repetitive contact reaches around 3,000 children yearly. Over 400 students have graduated from the program for a total of approximately 2,500 since the program started. Graduations are for the completion of the core curriculum which is during the 5th grade in Austintown Middle and Frank Ohl Middle Schools; and 6th grade at St. Joseph’s & Immaculate Heart of Mary Schools.


In addition to drugs and violence prevention, DARE in Austintown presents the police officer in a helping role – ” I want to keep kids out of trouble & safe; learning to make good decisions so that they grow up as

adults that know how to make good decisions”.


Officer Toth retired in 2019. Since then, the program has been taken over by Patrolman David Potkonicky, who continues to teach in the Austintown Local Schools for the Austintown Police Department.


Ways to be in CHARGE

  • Avoiding the situation
  • Strength in numbers
  • Walking away
  • Cold shoulder
  • Saying “NO”
  • Giving a reason or fact
  • Changing the subject
  • Repeated refusal, or keep saying no (skipping CD)
  • Use humor

POLICE – CRIME INFORMATION

GET A COPY OF A REPORT

Reports (criminal & accidents) can be picked up at the Police Department Monday-Friday (except Holidays) from 8am-4pm. Please note that certain criminal cases or accidents may not be immediately available to the public due to ongoing investigation that may jeopardize the case.



Accident reports are available on-line. As of December 1, 2013 unofficial copies of roadway accidents reports can be obtained at this web site: https://ext.dps.state.oh.us/CrashRetrieval/OHCrashRetrieval.aspx

You will need to know the

  1. (1) Report number or
  2. (2) The date of the accident or
  3. (3) The last name of a person involved.



Any reports filed prior to May 1, 2013 are only available at the Police Department.

COURT INFORMATION

COURT

HOURS OF OPERATION

Mahoning County Court #4
6000 Mahoning Avenue,
Austintown, OH 44515
330-740-2001
Directions To The Court

Normal Business Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:00 pm
Court In Session
Monday 1:00pm & 5:00pm, Wednesday 9:00am

Domestic Relations Court
Mahoning County Court House
120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44503
330-740-2208

Directions To The Court

Normal Business Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30 pm
Court In Session
Varies

Court Of Common Pleas
Mahoning County Court House
120 Market Street, Youngstown, OH 44503
330-740-2330–Prosecutor
330-740-2082–Victim Witness
Directions To The Court

Normal Business Hours
Monday-Friday 8:30am to 4:30 pm
Court In Session
Varies

Juvenile Court-Juvenile Justice Center
300 East Scott Street
Youngstown, OH 44505
330-740-2278
Directions To The Court

Normal Business Hours
Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30 pm
Court In Session
Varies

POLICE CRIME MAPPING

AUSTINTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT
CRIME MAPPING

Austintown Police Department has partnered with CrimeMapping.com to provide residents and non-residents easily accessible information about crimes that have occurred in the Township.


The purpose of this partnership is to provide you with relevant information that can help you from becoming a victim of a crime by making you more aware of what is happening around you. This mapping service will provide up to six months of information on the locations and types of crimes that have occurred. Data is updated every 24 hours.



In order to protect those involved, personal information and specific details of the incidents are excluded and addresses are rounded to the 100 block.

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