Springfield Police Division

On Thursday, May 22, the Springfield Police Division joined alongside the Clark County Sheriff’s Office, Springfield Fire Rescue Division and the Ohio State Highway Patrol to honor the brave public safety professionals who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.

We remain forever grateful for the dedication, courage and commitment of those who served the Springfield and Clark County communities with honor.

During the memorial recognition, we honored the lives and legacies of:

Patrolman Charles B. Collis
End of Watch: March 7, 1904

Patrolman James H. Llewellyn
End of Watch: March 21, 1915

Patrolman Oliver P. Holderby
End of Watch: July 4, 1929

Patrolman Clarence Lutz
End of Watch: December 29, 1930

Patrolman John M. Donnelly
End of Watch: July, 14, 1931

Patrolman Charles A. Holt
End of Watch: June 30, 1932

Patrolman Carl J. Wilson
End of Watch: February 18, 1935

Patrolman Martin P. Randolph
End of Watch: September 3, 1937

Patrolman Leroy Warren Jr.
End of Watch: July 25, 1959

Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. We honor those who have gone before us in service, and we will continue to carry their legacy forward through our commitment to protecting and serving our community every day.

“Why I Serve”

My name is Officer Underwood. I currently serve as a School Resource Officer with the Springfield Police Division and have been with SPD for nearly four years. For most of my time with the Division, I have worked the evening shift, which has allowed me to grow quickly as an officer and gain valuable experience early in my career.

While attending Ohio University, I took several criminology classes that sparked my interest in law enforcement. During that time, I began speaking with agencies that allowed me to participate in ride-alongs, which gave me a better understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities and functions of a police officer. After graduating, I began to apply to agencies and was fortunate to land a career with SPD. Being able to work for my hometown has truly been a blessing, and I've always appreciated the continuous support from the Springfield community.

Why I Serve
I enjoy being a role model for the Springfield community. Working as an SRO is rewarding because I have the opportunity to watch the next generation grow into young adults while building relationships that can last a lifetime. Walking into a school and seeing a student’s face light up is the highlight of my day. I strive to be a trusted adult who students can count on and feel comfortable turning to if they ever need to reach out to law enforcement for help, guidance, or support.

Fun Fact: I’ve watched every episode of “Cops” on TV.

I currently work at the following schools.

-Roosevelt Middle School

-Schaefer Middle School

-Simon Kenton Elementary

-Snowhill Elementary

-Lagonda Elementary

-Horace Mann Elementary

-Warder Park Elementary