A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township
Stories about ordinary and extraordinary residents and places in Centerville and Washington Township, Ohio. This podcast explores local history from the perspective of current and past residents.
A Sense of Centerville and Washington Township
Centerville Police Department
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Centerville-Washington History
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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Sande Heck was a police officer in Centerville for 30 years. For the past 18 years, he has served the city as zoning and code enforcement inspector. Officer Edward Skinner is the community relations officer for the Centerville Police Department.
Police Service in 1970's
Efforts to modernize
Police Housed in the Government Center
Dispatch changes
Officer Kalaman - 1st police officer to die in the line of duty
Jim Smith - First motorcycle officer
Firearm training
Impactful moments during police service
Police Department engaging with the community
School resource officers
Crime prevention
What drew them to law enforcement
Professional training