The City of Oxford’s top priority is public safety. Our approach is centered around promoting the holistic well-being of all Oxford residents.

Animal Control

Fire Department

Mental Health Resources

Police Department

Safety Alerts

We strive to create a city that all residents can call home; with public spaces that are vibrant, well cared for, and safe.  We work to build trust and collaboration between Oxford and its residents. To maintain our safe community, we deliver public safety services while prioritizing community collaboration and partnerships that identify needs, solve problems, and promote growth. The City of Oxford strives to provide efficient and effective service to each and every resident. Our police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and our community partners are committed to keeping residents, students, visitors, and businesses safe.

Public Safety Contacts

Department Oxford Division of Police Oxford Fire Dept. Miami University Police Dept. 
Butler County Mental Health Crisis Team
Emergency Phone 911 911 911 911
Non-Emergency Phone (513) 524-5240 (513) 523-6324 (513) 529-2222 1 (844) 427 - 4747
Email  police@cityofoxford.org tpierce@cityofoxford.org police@miamioh.edu info@bbhs.org

For more information on our public safety services, access the Frequently Asked Questions below.

Public Safety Services

The Oxford Police Division provides police services for the entire Oxford community. The OPD is an integral part of developing and maintaining a safe and secure community through community collaboration and proactive public safety strategies. The OPD is composed of sworn police officers, dispatcher/clerks, public safety assistants, and other civilian support staff. Their mission is to promote a personalized, proactive partnership between the Police and the Oxford community in order to reduce crime and improve quality of life.

Location

101 East High Street
Oxford, OH 45056

OPD Website

The OFD provides fire and emergency medical services to the entire Oxford community. The OFD provides fire suppression and advanced life support services. The OFD is composed of full-time staff members, as well as, part-time and volunteer firefighters/EMTs. Their mission is to increase public safety by eliminating hazards, educating the community, and providing efficient EMT and fire services.

Location

217 South Elm Street
Oxford, OH 45056

OFD Website

The MUPD provides police services for Miami University’s students and campus. The MUPD is composed of sworn police officers,  communication specialists, and civilian support staff. Their mission is to maintain a safe community through collaboration, service, protection, and enforcement.

Location

4945 Oxford-Trenton Road
Oxford, OH 45056

MUPD Website

The Butler County Crisis Support Team responds to and addresses mental health crisis needs in the Oxford community. They work closely with our public safety personal but can also be called directly for assistance. 

1-844-427-4747

Butler County Crisis Support Team