How do I get to the Police Department?
The Department is located at 2660 Lyons Road. One block south of the Dayton Mall.
From Southbound I-75: Take exit 44 - Miamisburg-Centerville Road and turn left. Continue on Miamisburg-Centerville Road (St. Rt. 725) to the intersection of Springboro Pike (St. Rt. 741) and turn right. Continue on Springboro Pike to the intersection of Lyons Road and turn left. The Department is located just past Wal-Mart on Lyons Road.
From Northbound I-75: Take exit 44 - Miamisburg-Centerville Road and turn right. (Then follow the directions listed above.)
From Southbound I-675: Take exit 2. Go through the first stop light and continue to Yankee Road. Turn left on Yankee. Continue on Yankee to Lyons Road and turn right. The Department will be about one mile down the road on the left.
How do I know if I should call 9-1-1 or just the regular phone number?
(937) 433-4400
9-1-1 should be used for all EMERGENCY calls. If the incident requires IMMEDIATE ATTENTION call 9-1-1
How do I obtain a copy of a police report?
A police report can be obtained from our friendly and professional Records Section Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The cost per page is 25¢, and the average length of a report is two to four pages. Generally, copies of reports are available five business days after the incident. The phone number for the Records Section is (937) 433-2301.
I am planning on going on vacation soon, will the police check my house?
Yes, as a service to the citizens of Miami Township, the Police Department provides a "vacation house check" service. A few hours before you leave for vacation, give our courteous dispatchers a call and provide them with information about your house while you are away, and, if possible, include the name of a person with emergency access to your house. As time permits, our diligent officers will check your house periodically while you are away.
I need to get fingerprinted, what do I have to do?
If you live or work in Miami Township, you can come to the Police Department to be fingerprinted. You should bring the fingerprint card and a valid picture ID. We are unable to make any appointments for fingerprints since we are in the emergency business.
I want to report a crime in my neighborhood, but do not want to give my name. What should I do?
The Miami Township Police Department is equipped with an anonymous "tips" line. If you would like to report a crime, but do not want to leave your name call: 434-TIPS. This line is answered by a machine, and is completely anonymous.
I would like to start a Neighborhood Watch Group in my neighborhood, what should I do?
Neighborhood Watch is a valuable crime prevention tool. If you are interested in starting a Neighborhood Watch in your area, contact Maj. John DiPietro during regular business hours at 433-2301.
My car has been towed, how do I get a tow release card?
The answer to this question also lies with our friendly and professional Records Section. If due to some unforeseen circumstances, your car gets towed by our officers, you must have a Tow Release Card before you can retrieve your car from the tow yard. To obtain the card, come to the Records Section during regular business hours with a copy of the car's title, registration, and a valid picture ID.
What information does the dispatcher need when I call?
The best answer to this question is to let the dispatcher ask the questions. Our dispatchers are professional and have been trained to get the needed information quickly and concisely. The dispatcher will need to know your name, address, and phone number, and a brief description of the events that led up to your phone call.
