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Louisville Metro Police Department
3rd Division Community E-Newsletter - March 2026
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Welcome to the Louisville Metro Police Department Third Division E-Newsletter and thank you for subscribing!
Upcoming in March, you may see us out and about at some of the events listed below.
Also, the deadline to apply for our next Metro Academy Class is April 17th, check the recruitment flyer below for more information.
Thank you for subscribing, and please pass this letter along to anyone you'd like in the community, so they can be better connected to the officers that patrol their neighborhoods.
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February 2026 Officer of the Month
Please join me in congratulating Officer Garrett Schmeltz for being selected as the Third Division Officer of the Month for February 2026.
On Sunday, January 11th, 2026, LMPD 3rd Division Officers and PRP Fire/EMS were dispatched to an address on Dixie Highway on a report of a male employee down inside the construction trailer at the location, with another individual also inside. When Fire/EMS arrived, they observed the suspect flee the location on foot before locating the deceased victim suffering from stab wounds to his abdomen. Video surveillance provided footage of a violent assault resulting in the death of the victim and the image of the suspect prior to fleeing the scene. A perimeter was established, but a K-9 track was unsuccessful in locating the suspect at that time. The Homicide Unit assumed control of the scene and investigation.
On that same date, Officer Schmeltz, while actively patrolling the area, observed a subject matching the physical description of the suspect shown in the surveillance footage of the murder. Officer Schmeltz advised dispatch of his location and with the assistance of Squad 1 Officers, was able to physically detain the suspect without incident. Homicide detectives were notified and responded to the scene. Vital evidence was collected, and the suspect was transported for a custodial interview. The suspect was then charged and booked for the murder which had occurred hours earlier.
The actions of Officer Schmeltz directly impacted the community by taking a violent felony suspect off the streets. Based on the prior actions of the suspect just hours before, any member of the community making direct contact with the suspect could face a potentially violent or deadly assault at the hands of the unstable violent felony offender.
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Coffee With a Cop
Join your neighbors and police officers from the 3rd Division for coffee and conversation. No agenda or speeches, just a chance to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. Coffee with a cop will be held at the below listed location.
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Stomping Grounds
10019 Dixie Highway
Thursday, March 12th, 9am-10am
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Southwest Regional Louisville Free Public Library Events
Kid’s Storytime – Every Wednesday, Baby 9:30-10:15a, Toddler 10:00-10:45a, and Pre-School 11:00-11:45a
9725 Dixie Highway
For a full list of events click here
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The Louisville Metro Police Department has launched the Connect Louisville program where you can choose to either register or integrate your cameras. This will help in the case of an emergency, or it will allow for detectives to easily request evidence via email if they need help solving a crime near you. Click the link below for more detailed information.
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Local Business Spotlight
Pina Fiesta Mexican Grill
7895 Dixie Highway
Open Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm
Friday-Saturday 11am-10:30pm
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Who in the Lou am I?
LMPD has launched a new online portal called "Who in the Lou am I?". This online portal features photos of suspects from current LMPD cases. You can click on any of the photos and submit an anonymous tip to LMPD if you are able to identify the suspect. The link below will take you to the new online portal.
Who in the Lou am I?
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LMPD Public Policy Review
We need your help and input. LMPD is seeking feedback from the public regarding our policies. A section of the LMPD website is dedicated for members of the public to have input on policy revisions. Click the link below to be a part of the policy review process.
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LMPD IS LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES
WHO WANTS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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CRIME TIPS
574-LMPD
Anonymous Tip Line (5673)
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Thank you for Subscribing
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