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Kelsey Hedrick, who has built his law enforcement career by protecting citizens in both East Liverpool and St. Clair Township, stands outside the townshipâs police station in Calcutta. (Photo by Stephanie Ujhelyi)
CALCUTTA –If the dictionary had a photograph next to the entry for “community police officer,” no doubt Kelsey Hedrick would be smiling back from the pages.
Hedrick, now a midnight shift officer with St. Clair Township, describes himself as a “typical old school patrolman.”Most folks ouldn’t disagree with his assessment. Through his lengthy law enforcement career in the East Liverpool area, the history buff has witnessed many changes both in civilian and police life as well as how they interact.
Staff Writer
Morning Journal/Stephanie Ujhelyi
This T-shirt features a reproduction of a tattoo worn by âPretty Boyâ Floyd, who met his demise in a cornfield just outside the city.
EAST LIVERPOOL In the state of Ohio, police museums usually are found in bigger cities like Cincinnati, Cleveland or Toledo. However, visitors might be surprised to learn that this small city in Columbiana County also provides a unique look into its history thanks to its law enforcement.
Kelsey Hedrick, who formerly served East Liverpool and now nearby St. Clair Township police as a patrolman, is the curator of the East Liverpool Police Museum. For almost 20 years, the museum has provided a glimpse into life along the Ohio River.
Kelsey Hedrick poses in one exhibit space within the East Liverpool Police Museum.
EAST LIVERPOOL In the state of Ohio, police museums usually are found in bigger cities like Cincinnati, Cleveland or Toledo. However, visitors might be surprised to learn that this small city in Columbiana County also provides a unique look into its history thanks to its law enforcement.
Kelsey Hedrick, who formerly served East Liverpool and now nearby St. Clair Township police as a patrolman, is the curator of the East Liverpool Police Museum. For almost 20 years, the museum has provided a glimpse into life along the Ohio River.