OPD to hold free three-month Citizens Police Academy
Looking to learn more about how local law enforcement works? The Oxford Police Department is holding a three-month course on everything from undercover investigations to the court system.
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Lieutenant Lara Fening, 28-year OPD officer, set to retire this month
Lara Fening worked her way from patrol officer to lieutenant during her nearly three-decade career with the Oxford Police Department. Now, she's ready to retire.
2025 begins with multiple thefts and assaults in Oxford
Multiple suspects are facing felony charges for a series of unrelated assaults and thefts in Oxford in the first days of the new year.
Oxford sees an uptick in car thefts in November
An increase in attempted car thefts in Oxford coincided with a national wave of thefts targeting specific car models.
Halloween weekend crime on downward trend from previous years, OPD says
Halloween celebrations stretched over two weekends this year, but local law enforcement says the festivities were quieter than previous years.
Butler County first responders assist with Hurricane Milton relief efforts
When natural disasters like Hurricane Milton Strike, a national network of first responders, including dozens of Butler County residents, are ready to help.
Miami student charged with felonies following burglary, assault
A judge has referred a Miami University student to a grand jury following an aggravated burglary incident Oct. 4.