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1. What do I do if I call 9-1-1 by mistake?

Do not hang up on the 9-1-1 operator. Explain that the call was made in error and there is no emergency. If you hang up without doing this, the 9-1-1 operator will call you back, and if your line is busy or there is no answer, an officer will be sent out to investigate.

2. How do I request a copy of a police report?

Visit the departments Records Section Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or mail in your request. Call (937) 427-5530 to obtain the cost of the report prior to mailing in your request. Payment must accompany the request, as well as a self-addressed stamped envelope.

3. How can I dispose of old or unwanted medications?

The Beavercreek Police Department has a prescription drug drop-off box located on the mezzanine level of the building lobby. You can bring in unwanted medications in pill or capsule form at any time. You must first remove them from individual packaging and containers and place in a clear bag before depositing in the box. We do not accept pill bottles, boxes, or blister packs. We also cannot accept creams, liquids, sprays, inhalers, needles, syringes, Epi-pens, ointments, suspensions and fluids. The drop box is for residential use only. 

4. How do I send an anonymous tip about possible criminal activity or other crime tips?

You can submit anonymous tips on your smartphone through our new tip411 Mobile app. If you do not have a smartphone, you can also text your message or tip to 847411 and enter the keyword "BeavercreekPD" followed by your text message. Click here for more details. 

5. How do I make a public records request or request for a background check?

Your request must be submitted through our Records Section either in person, via email or through written request. Beavercreek Police only provides background checks on individuals who may have had contact with our agency. Criminal background checks (Web Check) are processed through the Greene County Sheriff’s Office.

6. Where can I get my fingerprints taken?

The Greene County Sheriff’s Office processes both BCI and FBI (state and federal) Web Checks at its offices located at 105 E. Market Street, Xenia, OH 45385. Civilian fingerprinting is also handled at that location.

7. How do I pay a parking ticket?

You can bring the ticket and fine to the Communications Section at the police department, 24 hours a day, or you can mail it to the address on the citation. Remember, this citation DOES NOT go on your driving record.

8. How do I contest a citation?

If you receive a citation and feel you want to contest the charge, you must contest it in court. Beavercreek falls under the venue of the Fairborn-Beavercreek Municipal Court, which is a joint court for both communities.

9. Can I make a report without calling the police department?

Yes, you can utilize Coplogic, the department's oline reporting system. It will help you identify whether you need to contact an officer directly, depending on the nature of the report, and then guide you through the process.

10. How do I make a complaint, comment or compliment about an officer?

If you want to make a complaint, comment or compliment about the treatment you received or the actions of an officer, please contact the on-duty supervisor to discuss your experience. You can also utilize Coplogic to report your comments.

11. How do I request a vacation house check?

You can submit your request one of three ways: either through a fillable Vacation House Check form; by downloading, completing, and scanning a Vacation House Check PDF form to admin@beavercreekohio.gov, or by utilizing "Coplogic" (our online reporting system), and selecting option #12. 

12. How do I request a street blockage permit?

You can download a street blockage permit form at link. You may send the completed form via email to admin@beavercreekohio.gov or regular mail to the department address.

13. Do you offer child car seat checks?

While we do not offer child car seat checks at this time, the Beavercreek Township Fire Department offers child car seat inspections and installations by appointment only. Please click here for more information.