Dear Geist Patrol residents, we understand this is a challenging time for our community and our nation and we are sensitive to the uncertainties around the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Rest assured that we will continue to do our mission to protect and serve. We ask that during this time of crisis that you help to keep our neighborhoods safe by reporting any suspicious activities by calling us at 317-842-8082. We encourage you to maintain awareness by following guidance about COVID-19 provided by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the Indiana State Department of Health. We too will closely engage with local and Federal sources for information and alerts that effect our community as this situation evolves.
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Indiana State Department of Health: https://www.in.gov/coronavirus/
Due to high gas prices and rapidly rising inflation, please be aware, so are thefts and scams.
Scam Alert! The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office has received numerous complaints about possible fraudulent telephone calls to our residents in the county. The callers claim to be Deputies from HCSO and are requesting money for missed court cases. The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office DOES NOT ask for any type of monetary payment over the phone. If you have received a call like this or you are unsure if the call is valid, please call 317-773-1872 or our non-emergency dispatch number at 317-773-1282. Remember to never give out any personal information over the phone if you are unsure of the source or feel that the call may not be valid.
Scam Alert! The Indiana State Police have become aware of a vehicle purchase scam that have occurred throughout the state of Indiana recently exhibiting similar fraudulent activities. All the cases have the following elements: a person wants to purchase an ATV, side by side, lawn mower, dirt bike, etc. over the phone; provided driver’s licenses and credit cards are fraudulent; credit card transactions might be declined, additional credit cards may be used for the entire purchase, or charges may be disputed later by the actual credit card owner; The suspect’s story is often that they are buying the vehicle for someone else, who is not present; and the suspect usually brings a moving van/rental truck to transport a fraudulently purchased vehicle. If you receive a call like this or you’re unsure if the call is value, please call the Indiana State Police at 317-232-8248.
We are an Indiana based safety and security solutions company, and we have been serving Marion & Hamilton Counties for over 25 years. We provide a wide array of security services specifically tailored to each client. With a unique blending of public and private resources designed to enhance the safety and well-being of each individual client, our services are custom tailored to deliver a more consistent and reliable response. We help bridge the gap from an existing “reactive” system to a “proactive” solution. By doing this, we put all the safety and protective service resources at your fingertips.
Our team is led by four active law enforcement officers who together have over one hundred years of professional service and experience in the Indianapolis Metropolitan area. These four leader’s expertise include patrol, investigations, surveillance, training, professional standards, public relations, background investigations, crime prevention, and community policing.
We employ active off-duty certified Law Enforcement Professionals. These officers have undergone extensive screening and training processes and are considered some of the best trained in law enforcement. Every officer who responds to your needs is an active police officer.
Geist Patrol Officers are available directly by phone and are in communication with emergency communication centers.