Officers Awarded Medal of Valor Posted 7/6/2008

PO Derek Setters (left) and PO Shane Moore (right) are to be commended and were recently awarded the Department’s Medal of Valor. They received this award for their extraordinary actions in interrupting an armed robbery of a Dollar Tree employee while he was making a night deposit in front of the St. Bernard 5/3^rd Bank the evening of 6/6/08.  Officer Setters and Moore while on routine patrol observed a robbery in progress, they saw a suspect pull a t-shirt up over his face, then pull a gun out and point it at the victim, robbing him of the night deposit in front of 5/3^rd Bank. These Officers took quick and direct action to capture this suspect after a short foot pursuit and struggle where he was displaying a loaded revolver. Specifically, PO Moore setup a blockade behind Imwalle Funeral Home as PO Setters pursued the suspect on foot from the bank towards PO Moore.  PO Setters was able to grab the suspect’s gun and pull him from a wall going to the ground during which time PO Setters injured his elbow in the process. Both Officers were then able to gain control and disarm and arrest the suspect. Their combined actions in the face of peril and at the expense of their own safety, allowed for the apprehension of a dangerous suspect, the recovery of property, and the preservation of life of others in the area. Their actions are a direct reflection of their dedication to duty and are in keeping with the highest traditions of this Police Department. We are very proud of these Officers and happy that they are safe. Great job men!!!

Traffic Payout Schedule Updated Posted 7/6/2008

As of 7/21/08 Mayors Court the new payout schedule goes into effect. We have received several inquiries into the costs of traffic tickets. Follow the link below to our FAQ page for the current payout schedule and how to payout a traffic ticket.

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Drunk Driving Over the Limit, Under Arrest Mobilization Posted 6/15/2008

Impaired driving continues to be one of the deadliest crimes in America . Statistics show that there is a fatality every 30 minutes due to impaired driving.

Starting August 15 through September 1st the St. Bernard Police Department will be participating in the national Drunk Driving Over the Limit - Under Arrest Mobilization.

The goal of this effort is to reduce Ohio's DUI/OVI rate and related accidents and fatalities. There will be "zero tolerance" for those drinking and driving.

Below is a list of current penalties for adults operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI) old driving under the influence (DUI) law: 1st OVI in 6 years low level test (below .170 BAC): Mandatory 3 days in jail or driver intervention program, $250-1000 fine, Mandatory License suspension (6 months to 3 years), driving privileges may be requested after 15 days, restricted plates are optional. If it is a high test or refusal or the person has previous DUI/OVI arrests the penalties increase dramatically. Also if you refuse the test you have an automatic 1 year automatic license suspension.

 

For more information about local traffic enforcement, contact LT Bill Ungruhe 513-242-2727.

For more information about the Drunk Driving Over the Limit, Under Arrest Mobilization visit www.nhtsa.gov.