Keep your home and property safe while you are away by requesting a Vacation House Check. Constables will physically check your residence at least once per shift, sometimes more often if the workload permits. Please call us if you plan to be away whether it is two days or several months.

There are several ways to request a house check:

• The most convenient way is by emailing the following information to housewatch@sharontwp.us:

• Name:

• Address:

• Email address:

• Primary Phone (home, work or cell):

• Secondary Phone (home, work or cell):

• Date & Time Leaving:

• Date & Time Returning:

• Emergency Contact(s) Name & Phone Number:

• Pets at home:

• Lights – Location of lights left on or on timer:

• Light Timer(s) – If yes, when on?:

• Alarm System – If yes, name of alarm company:

• Mail Stopped?

• Newspaper Stopped?

• Comments or additional information that would be helpful for us to know.

PLEASE NOTE: If you are placing this request LESS THAN 24 HOURS BEFORE YOU ARE LEAVING, please do NOT email your information. Instead, follow one of the procedures listed below. If you prefer not to submit the request email, or would like to speak with someone to make the request, you may do one of the following:

• Call the Township Administrative Office at 614-885-5115, push #1 to be transferred to the Police Department. Please call during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Do not leave your request on the Department’s voice mail.

• If it is after normal office hours or on the weekend or holiday, please call the Dispatch Center at 614-525-2125 and ask that a cruiser be dispatched to your home, or that an on-duty constable call you. One of our on-duty constables will respond and record the information.

• Or when you see a constable patrolling your neighborhood, stop and ask them to record the information. They will ensure that the information is properly filed.

Here are a few safety tips before you leave:

• Don’t forget to lock your doors and windows.

• Be careful about who you tell of your vacation plans.

• Remember, burglars find house keys easily when they are hidden in potted plants, under doormats, or above the door ledge.

• Stop all postal and newspaper deliveries.

• Try and maintain a “lived in” look while you are away. Use timers on lights and turn the ring tone down on your phones.

• Arrange for a trusted neighbor to do some yard upkeep or park a car in your driveway.

• Leave emergency contact numbers with someone you trust.

Have a safe and enjoyable vacation!

National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is…

Saturday, April 26, 2025 [ 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. ]

The Sharon Township Police Department is again participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. If you have any prescription drugs in pill form, please bring them to our offices at 95 E. Wilson Bridge Road on the date and times listed above.

• WE CAN ONLY COLLECT PILLS, CAPSULES, AND BLISTER PACKS.

• We CANNOT accept inhalers, liquids, sharps, syringes, patched or plastic/glass bottles.

The National Prescription Drug Take-Back addresses a vital public safety and public health issue. Many Americans are not aware that medicines that languish in home cabinets are highly susceptible to diversion, misuse, and abuse. Rates of prescription drug abuse in the U.S. are at alarming rates, as are the number of accidental poisonings and overdoses due to these drugs. Studies show that many abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. In addition, many Americans do not know how to properly dispose of their unused medicine, often flushing them down the toilet or throwing them away – both potential safety and health hazards.

If you don’t properly dispose of the unused or expired prescription drugs in your home, they might find a new one.

• Unused or expired prescription medications are a public safety issue, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose, and abuse.

• Pharmaceutical drugs can be just as dangerous as street drugs when taken without a prescription or a doctor’s supervision.

• The non-medical use of prescription drugs ranks second only to marijuana as the most common form of drug abuse in America.

• The majority of teenagers abusing prescription drugs get them from family and friends —and the home medicine cabinet.

• Unused prescription drugs thrown in the trash can be retrieved and abused or illegally sold. Unused drugs that are flushed contaminate the water supply. Proper disposal of unused drugs saves lives and protects the environment.

• Take-back programs are the best way to dispose of old drugs. But if a program is not available:

  • Take the meds out of their bottles;

  • Mix them with something unappealing like used kitty litter or coffee grounds;

  • Seal them in a bag or disposable container; and throw that away.

The Sharon Township Police Department is currently looking to fill (3) Full-time Police Officer positions.

We are a small community located in the Worthington area of Franklin County, Ohio. We are a 24-7 full-time police department which serves approximately 2000 residents, two business districts, and three private schools. We are a community oriented police department with the primary function of patrol and being proactive in our communities to deter criminal activity.

We offer a competitive salary. Our 2025 pay rate is as follows:

Training/Certification step (4 months from hire date) - $50,363.04

Step A after completing Training/Certification step - $54,905.76

Step B after one year in Step A - $60,933.60

Step C after one year in Step B - $68,927.04

Step D after one year in Step C - $79,366.56

There is a yearly pay rate increase if approved by the Board of Trustees.

We offer excellent benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision (Employee Paid), Paid Time off, Life Insurance, and Retirement through Ohio Public Employees Retirement System.

All uniforms and equipment are provided.

We currently work 8 hour shifts with two days off during the week.

Applicant must:

Be a U.S. citizen.

Have a valid driver’s license.

Current certification as a Peace Officer through OPOTA (Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy).

Lateral transfers will be considered based on years of service as a full-time police officer with another police agency.

If interested please contact Lieutenant Brooke Dendiu at bldendiu@sharontwp.us or call 614-885-5115 Ext. 406 for an application. You may also go through the National Testing Network at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com to complete the testing and application process.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Jeffrey P. Tuchfarber

Chief of Police

Sharon Township Police Department

95 E. Wilson Bridge Road

Worthington, Ohio 43085

24 Hour Dispatch: 614-525-2125 • Office: 614-885-5115

The Sharon Township Police Department offers full testing services for the position of police officer through National Testing Network, Inc. To fill out an application and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, select Law Enforcement and sign up for the Sharon Township Department.

What to expect at the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:

• Completion of the application process

• Review all information related to the Sharon Township Department police officer position, including minimum requirements, salary and benefits.

• Detailed information about the testing process for both the entry level test and PAT testing.

• Opportunity to take online practice tests at www.frontlinetest.com.

• Schedule your own convenient test time. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays.

• Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment.

Upon completion of the entry level exam and PAT testing, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the Sharon Township Department. Candidates who attain a passing score on both the entry level exam and the physical abilities test will be placed on the department’s eligibility list.

National Testing Network is a service provided to conduct entry level testing and PAT testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network does not replace the Sharon Township Police Department’s responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to the Sharon Township Police Department where the final decisions are made.

**COVID-19 has brought out those persons who want to scam and fraud you. If you think you may be victim, call us at 614-525-2125. For information on what to look out for and how to protect yourself, Click here; Report-COVID-19-fraud_flyer and COVID-19-scams_brochure

**Text-to-911 is now available in Franklin County. For detailed information, go the text-to-911 Website at https://commissioners.franklincountyohio.gov/text-to-911.

A one-minute video is featured on the Website that answer many questions, including those shown below.

When to Use it

• You are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability.

• If you cannot speak due to an injury or medical condition.

• You are in a threatening situation and a voice call could increase the threat.

• If you cannot speak due to an injury or medical condition.

How it Works

1. Enter the numbers 911 in the “To” field

2. Text the exact location of the emergency

3. Briefly describe what kind of help you need

4. Push the “Send” button

5. Respond to any questions you receive

6. Follow instructions given by dispatcher

7. If you’re driving, pull over when it’s safe. Do not text and drive!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kind of phone or phone service do I need to be able to text to 911?

Any text enabled phone or tablet with a data service plan that allows texts will work, regardless of service provider.

Q: Where is text-to-911 available?

Text-to-911 is available throughout Franklin County. The only other Central Ohio jurisdiction able to receive text to 911 is Delaware County. Elsewhere in the state or country, the service is very limited.

Q: If I text-to-911, will the dispatcher know my location?

No. Be sure to provide your location and the nature of your emergency when you text.

Q: Can I text in another language or just English?

Emergency dispatchers use translation services to understand phone calls in different languages. These services are not currently available for texts.

Q: Do emergency texts receive priority?

No. They are treated like any other text message, and subject to the same possible delays, reliance on signal strength, etcetera.

Q: Can I text a picture or video?

No. Emergency dispatchers cannot right now receive pictures, video, or emojis via text. Likewise, they cannot receive messages that are part of a group text chain or with more than one recipient.

Q: Can I text police for a non-emergency inquiry?

No. Text-to-911, like calling 911 on the phone, is reserved for emergencies

**Here are some great tips for staying safe and warm in the snow.

http://ohiodnr.gov/winter-recreation/recreation/winter-safety

Thank you to our friends at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

**Safety tips for driving in the rain; Driving in the Rain

**Do you live in Worthington Hills and own a golf cart? Do you want to drive it legally? On June 6, 2018, the Board of Trustees adopted Sharon Twp. Resolution No. 06062018A that allows street legal golf carts and other similar vehicles to be operated in Worthington Hills. For more information, please see Letter to Residents and Low-Speed, Under-Speed, Utility and Mini-Truck Information Kit

**How to help protect yourself and your business from Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) concealed as packages: NETF Awareness Bulletin Two Fatalities in Austin TX from IEDs Concealed as Packages (FINAL) 201

**The following article is copied from the Franklin County Emergency Management and Homeland Security Website

September is National Preparedness Month! Franklin County Emergency Management & Homeland Security (FCEM&HS) reminds residents to plan and prepare for all hazards and emergencies before they happen.

This year’s theme is “Disasters Don’t Plan Ahead. You Can.” The campaign emphasizes the need for all residents to take action now and prepare. By knowing how to respond and what to do when disaster strikes, residents can help their neighbors and the community in times of need.

Throughout National Preparedness Month, FCEM&HS will feature a different preparedness theme each week on Facebook and Twitter. Weekly themes include:

• Make a Plan for Yourself, Family and Friends

• Plan to Help Your Neighbor and Community

• Practice and Build Out Your Plans

• Get Involved! Be a Part of Something Larger

Residents are encouraged to be informed about the top risks facing Franklin County, have an emergency supply kit and register for ALERT Franklin County at www.alertfranklincounty.org to receive important information and weather alerts. For more information on National Preparedness Month, visit www.ready.gov

Missing Persons:

Mid-Ohio Amber Alert

Amber Alert

National Runaway Switchboard

National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

Ohio Missing Adults

State Agencies & Offices:

State of Ohio

Treasurer’s Office

Auditor’s Office

Ohio department of Taxation

Ohio Office of Criminal Justice Services

Ohio State Highway Patrol

State of Ohio Attorney General

Sex Offender Registration and Notification (eSORN)

Ohio Township Association

State of Ohio Department of Homeland Security

Local Police Departments:

Bexley Police Department

Columbus Police Department

Dublin Police Department

Gahanna Police Department

Grandview Heights Police Department

Groveport Police Department

Hilliard Police Department

Emergency Management:

U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security / F.E.M.A.

State of Ohio Emergency Management Agency

Franklin County Emergency Management Agency

Red CrossColumbus Public Health

Franklin County Board of Health

County Agencies & Offices:

Franklin County

Franklin County Auditor’s Office Franklin County Treasurer’s Office Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Franklin County Court of Common Pleas Franklin County Municipal Court – Clerk of Courts Franklin County Board of Elections Franklin County Board of Health Franklin County Engineer’s Office

Federal Agencies:

A.T.F. D.E.A. F.B.I. U.S. Customs Service & Border Patrol U.S. Marshals Service

Other Sites:

America’s Most Wanted Crime Stoppers

The Sharon Township Police Department services approximately 2,100 residents with about 850 homes, as well as about 60 businesses. We operate 24 hours a day 365 days a year. In addition to our patrol duties we also provide services such as vacation house checks. The Department is allocated to employ 10 full-time Constables and between 1 and 4 part-time Constables.

The following links will open the police statistics files for each year posted. The files allow the viewing public to see a generalized list of activity the Sharon Township Police Department performs each of those years.

Year-End Activity Reports:

Click here for 2021 Monthly Statistics

Click here for 2020 Monthly Statistics

Click here for 2019 Monthly Statistics

Click here for 2018 Monthly Statistics

Click here for 2017 Monthly Statistics

Our primary purpose is to protect our residents and those who own or operate a business or work in the unincorporated areas of Sharon Township. We offer many services; our routine services includes but not limited to:

A. Respond to calls for service B. Neighborhood patrols C. Vacation House Checks D. Business checks E. Crime Scene Investigations F. Follow-up investigations G. Traffic enforcement H. Assist with Blockwatch programs

Police work is rarely routine; this means we assist our residents and others with many issues that are not necessarily criminal in nature. Often the person calling may have to be referred to another agency, but we will assist where we can and are permitted to by law.

Occasionally we will become involved in a situation where we have reached the maximum or our resource capabilities. In these instances we utilize other resources available to us such as SWAT Teams, Bomb Squads, and Dive Teams from both the Columbus Division of Police and the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office.

Incident/Offense Reports can be obtained directly from the Sharon Township Police Department.

Traffic Crash Reports can be obtained through the Ohio Department of Public Safety Website.

The most convenient way to search for either report is to have your Report Number. To obtain the number: Call the Police Department at 614-885-5115, press 1 when prompted. Ask person answering the phone for the Report Number and if the report is available. You will need to provide the following information:

1. The type of report you are requesting;

2. Incident/Offense or Traffic Crash.

3. Name of person who made the report.

4. Location or address of incident/offense or traffic crash.

5. Date and time of incident/offense or traffic crash.

Please follow the instructions below if you wish to obtain a copy of either type of report!!!

INCIDENT/OFFENSE REPORTS:

The most convenient way to access an Incident/Offense Report is to directly contact the Sharon Township Police Department by email or phone. For email, send a message with the report number to police@sharontwp.us or to reach us by phone, call 614-885-5115 x406.

TRAFFIC CRASH REPORTS:

The most convenient way to access a Traffic Crash Report is on-line through the State of Ohio Department of Public Safety Website: https://ohtrafficdata.dps.ohio.gov/crashretrieval

Provide the requested information:

• The traffic crash report number starting with “500-“ or use the Advanced Options and provide:

• Crash start and end dates,

• The name of the county the crash occurred in,

• Name of law enforcement agency who wrote the reports,

• Your last name.

• Complete the Captcha and Click the Search Button.

To obtain a copy of an Incident/Offense Report or Traffic Crash Report by Mail:

Mail a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: Sharon Township Police Department, 95 E. Wilson Bridge Road, Worthington, Ohio 43085.

• State what type of report you are requesting; Incident/Offense or Traffic Crash.

• For an Incident/Offense Report, please include name and address of reporting person or incident, and the Report Number.

• For a Traffic Crash Report, please include name of driver involved in the crash, date and time of crash, location of crash, and Report Number.

If your dog gets loose or you find a stray dog, you will need to call the Franklin County Dog Shelter. Their number is (614) 525-3400. You can also find helpful info online at Lost Pets – Franklin County Public Health (myfcph.org). For a dog bite, you’ll need to call Franklin County Public Health at (614) 525-3160 or visit their website: Animal Bites & Rabies – Franklin County Public Health (myfcph.org).

For a golf cart inspection, you will to call the police non-emergency number (614) 525-2125, to set up an appointment.

Keep your home and property safe while you are away by requesting a Vacation House Check through our Vacation House Watch tab above.

If you need to find a traffic or incident/offense report, please see our Incident/Offense & Traffic Crash Report tab above for further instructions.

The Sharon Township police dispatching is done by Franklin County Dispatch but when you dial the non-emergency number, (614) 525-2125, the phone call is received as Sharon Township specific.

If you were involved in a prior accident and in need of a police report, you can call the non-emergency number (614-525-2125) and let the police officers know you will need to stop by the Police Station (95 E. Wilson Bridge Rd.) and get a blank form to fill out.

If you are having a neighborhood issue with noise and would like to file a complaint you can call the non-emergency number (614-525-2125) and make the Sharon Township Police aware of the situation. Please note that there is no noise ordinance for the township, but our police officers can help handle the issue.