Please help Kent PD find the owners of this female husky that was picked up near the University Townhomes. She is about 40-50 pounds, pink collar, no tags. Anyone with information on this dog is asked to contact Kent PD dispatch at (330) 673-7732.

This week, Officer Jared Lawrence #212 was sworn in as Kent PD's newest officer. Ptl. Lawrence comes to us with a few years of experience at a nearby agency, and is looking forward to starting his career with the City of Kent. Please welcome Officer Lawrence!

Found Dogs! These sweet dogs were rescued together this morning on Campus Center Dr. at our south limits. We are unsure if they are connected. Anyone with any information on these three dogs, or interest in adopting contact Compliance Officers Dunn or Loomis at (330) 673-7732.

Some people are experiencing phone outages, particularly Verizon. Know it is a service issue if you are trying to reach someone with that provider. We do not know when that service will be restored. Phones may still work on Wi-Fi.

Kent Police is proud to be partnering with Kent State University for Hazing Prevention Week. See what KSU Fraternity & Sorority Life has planned this week to raise awareness.

Thank you to everyone in the community for so many kind gestures today, 9/11, to thank first responders. Tasty treats from Kappa Sigma fraternity and also The Human Bean in Kent to name a few. We are so grateful for the tremendous support in this community.

The siren upgrade is POSTPONED and will be conducted another day. We will once again inform you of that testing.

Alarm Testing Today. No cause for concern. Upgrades are being made today to the tornado sirens all over Kent. This will require some individual and even group siren tests. Work will conclude this afternoon. There is no threat of severe weather today, so please do not panic.

Please help KPD reunite this found dog with its owner. Male, shepherd mix, approximately 60 pounds, that was picked up on Carthage today with a Harley-Davidson leash attached to his collar. Please contact Officers Dunn and Loomis at (330) 673-7732. Thank you!

Kate and Henley were caught wearing their bike helmets while riding their bike/scooter, and were promptly issued Ice Cream Tickets! Our partnership with Kent Dairy Queen every summer means free ice cream cones to kids who wear their bike helmets.

This week, two new officers took their oath of office, administered by Chief Shearer. Officer Ben Feltoon #242 and Officer Darius Elkin #226 come to Kent PD with years of experience from smaller agencies. Please help us welcome these new officers to the Kent community!

Much of the city is without power, and traffic signals are down. Everyone is reminded to treat all intersections as a 4-way stop. The estimated time for power to be restored is 4:30 today. Please use caution.

Kent PD is Hiring! Visit National Testing Network website to register and take our civil service exam conveniently online! Our window is open for two weeks, June 15th-June 30th! Prior academy is not required for Entry-Level officers. This is your opportunity!

KPD is Hiring! Visit the National Testing Network website to register and take our civil service exam conveniently online! Once you register, our window is open for two weeks, June 15th-June 30th! Prior academy is not required for Entry-Level officers. It's your opportunity!

Please help Kent Police reunite this male husky with the owner. This dog was picked up today near Chadwick. Anyone with any information, please contact Officers Dunn or Loomis at (330) 673-7732.

Please help Kent PD reunite this dog with his owner. This dog was found near Gemini Ct. (University Townhomes) off Summit St. Green collar, no tags, puppy teeth and very friendly. Anyone with any information, please contact Compliance Officers Dunn & Loomis at (330) 673-7732!

The DEA Drug Take Back program has been discontinued due to cuts. Kent PD will no longer be able to accept and dispose of prescription drugs, effective immediately. We apologize for any inconvenience, and appreciate you responsibly and safely disposing of these medications.

Found Dog! Please help Kent PD find the owner of this male Husky found on Admore today. He is about 65 pounds, reddish/purple collar, and blue eyes. No tags or microchip. Anyone with any information, please contact Compliance Officer Dunn or Loomis at (330) 673-7732.

Kent Fire Department has advised that S. Water St. is closed from Haymaker Pkwy to Main St. due to an oil spill. Please avoid this area until further notice.

FOUND DOG! Please help us find the owners of this black & white pit found on Anna Dr. Male, approximately 60 pounds, no collar or tags. Anyone with any information on this dog, please contact Kent PD at (330) 673-7732.