7408 Constitution Avenue
Cedar Lake, IN 46303
P.219.374.5416
F.219.374.9231

Welcome to the Town of Cedar Lake Police Department

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While you may remain anonymous, we ask that you be as specific as you can about dates, times, and locations of crime activities, and the information that that you feel is important for investigators. You can also send crime tips 24 hours a day 7 days a week 219-374-4681.

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Crime Alert

Neighborhoods on the west side of Cedar Lake have been experiencing a rash of thefts, primarily from automobiles.  Residents are urged to keep their vehicles locked when unattended. Additionally, do not leave items of value in vehicles, especially if they are visible through the windows. 

Please report any suspicious activity / persons in the area to the police department as soon as possible.  Be aware of unknown vehicles at or near your neighbor’s home. 

Residents are asked to consider motion sensor lighting especially near driveways or other areas where vehicles are kept.  Keep all esterior doors locked at night.

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Weed Ordinance Enforcement Begins May 1.

We want to remind all property owners that our Weed Ordinance goes into effect each year on May 1st.  This ordinance is of particular importance to all of us who own property within the Town of Cedar Lake. The Ordinance specifically says that after May 1, any property that has weeds or rank vegitation of a height of 9" or more is an Environmental Public Nuisance.  Public notice has been published in local newspapers letting everyone know that this Ordinance is in effect.  Violators will receive a citation and if the property is not brought infto compliance within five days of the issuance of the citation, the Town will cause the weeds to be removed and the property owner will e invoiced for the work performed.  If the invoice is not paid within thirty days, the Town shall place a lean on the property.  Please do your part and help us keep our Town clean and nuisance free.

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History

View the history of the Cedar Lake Police Department

Cedar Lake Police Department Current Staff

Police Officers

• Roger A. Patz, Chief of Police
• Barry W. Wornhoff, Captain/Deputy Chief
• Robert D. Forsell, Lieutenant, Patrol Division Commander
• Timothy P. Burns, Sergeant
• David E. Moake, Sergeant
• Randall Mayersky, Corporal
• Gerald H. Smith, Corporal
• Keith A. Wood, Corporal
• Jeremy D. Allen, Corporal/Detective
• William T. Fisher, Patrolman 1st Class
• Timothy P. Kilgore, Patrolman 1st Class
• Carl E. Brittingham, Patrolman 1st Class
• Thomas J. Kidd, Patrolman 1st Class
• Ryan J. Brumbaugh, Patrolman 1st Class
• Philip W. Lewis, Patrolman 1st Class

Reserve Police Officers

• James P. Keilman, Reserve Division Commander
• Jason Allande, Reserve Patrolman
• Michael Devries
• Jeffrey Klimowicz
• Douglas Machalk
• Geoffrey Kowal
• Buton Meier
• Harry Preste
• James Arrvia
• Jefferey McAllister

Civilian Support Staff

• Darlene J. Sund, Administrative Assistant to the Chief of Police
• Brenda Smith, Dispatcher 1
• Steve Nemeth, Dispatcher 1
• Deborah Day, Dispatcher 1
• Douglas Machalk

Part-Time Dispatchers

• James Keilman
• Charles Kouder
• Kimberly Hall
• Cathy Schmidt
• Clifford Wroe