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Crosswalks in Downtown Powell
Vehicles need to yield to pedestrians in a crosswalk. Pedestrians need to obey pedestrian signals at the traffic light. Pedestrians should look left-right-left before crossing at other marked crosswalks.

Facebook, Twitter, MySpace
Have you or your children posted "We leave for a week-long vacation tomorrow?" Social Networking lets all your "friends" (and their "friends") know your plans - even those who may want to burglarize your home while you are out of town. Be cautious about your postings.

Traveling on Two Wheels?
Bicyclists need to obey vehicular traffic signals and laws on roadways, including yielding to pedestrians. Bicyclists are not considered pedestrians unless walking their bikes.

At Your Service
The Administrative Office of the Powell Police Department is staffed Monday-Friday between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. If you have a non-emergency after those hours, or on a weekend or holiday, call 614-885-3374 for help. If you have an emergency, call 911. Calls that are left on Administrative voice mail will be returned the next business day, which may be two to four days later.

Welcome to the Online Guide for the Powell Police Department

Chief Vest On behalf of the men and women of the Powell Police Department, I would like to welcome you to the Powell Police Department Web site. The Powell Police Department has been a pioneer in blending state-of-the-art technology with traditional policing and law enforcement efforts. This combination is largely responsible for the low level of crime in the City of Powell, which is recognized as one of the best places to live in the country.

Through collaborative problem solving with the community, the Powell Police Department strives to keep our community safe and secure. Our philosophy of community policing means that we respond to complaints and seek out long-term solutions for neighborhood problems and challenges. Our staff, both sworn and civilian, is well trained, well equipped and committed to serving our great community.

The Powell Police Department proudly earned national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies in 2002, becoming the first department in Delaware County to achieve this distinguished award.

Whether you live or work in Powell or are just visiting, you should know that we stand ready to serve. Of course, we cannot do it alone. We need your help in reporting suspicious activity and crime, becoming and remaining involved in your neighborhoods, and sharing information with us to preserve order and safety.

I want to thank you for your interest in our department, and encourage you to take advantage of the many programs we offer.

Sincerely,
Chief Gary L. Vest

Powell Police Department Tip Line
Please call 614.885.5005, ext. 1104 and 1105 to leave a message.
If you would like a return call, please leave contact information. To e-mail your tip, click here.
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