'Crime has increased nationally, and Euclid is trying to combat it.'
EUCLID, Ohio - The Euclid Police Department is at its highest staffing level since the late 1990s.
But, with a current total of 103 officers, how has the department been able to get people in the door? “We’ve had the support of the mayor and the civil service commission to help us hire and get back up to 103 officers,” Euclid PD Captain Donna Holden said.The goal for the department is to stay ahead, as they are actively hiring new officers.Euclid Police Chief Scott Meyer explained that recruiting, hiring and retaining police officers requires resources.Copyright 2023 WOIO. All rights reserved.
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