The Trotwood City Council meeting held on June 2, 2025, featured a comprehensive presentation by Police Chief Eric Wilson, who delivered the annual report for the Trotwood Police Department. The meeting began with Chief Wilson addressing Mayor Page, city council members, and residents, expressing gratitude for the opportunity to share insights into the department's activities and crime trends over the past year.

Chief Wilson outlined the department's mission statement, emphasizing core values of integrity, professionalism, fairness, and compassion. He provided demographic information about Trotwood and the police department's personnel, followed by a detailed overview of community engagement initiatives, including events like "Coffee with a Cop" and the "National Night Out."

A significant highlight of the report was the 10% decrease in Part 1 crimes, which fell from 918 incidents in 2023 to 827 in 2024. This reduction reflects the department's commitment to proactive policing and community collaboration. However, Chief Wilson noted a rise in violent crime, attributed to a legislative change that now includes strangulation in domestic violence cases, which had not been tracked previously. Despite this increase, the overall crime rate showed a decline, with property crimes and auto thefts also trending downward.

The report indicated a modest 2% increase in Part 2 crimes, primarily linked to missing juvenile reports from group homes, which are not permanent residents of Trotwood. Chief Wilson emphasized the importance of context in interpreting these statistics, as they do not fully represent the community's crime landscape.

In terms of traffic enforcement, there was a 3% increase in auto accidents from the previous year, but a five-year trend showed a net decrease in accidents since 2020. The department's detective section handled 1,531 cases with a 63% felony filing rate, demonstrating effective case management and accountability.

The meeting concluded with Chief Wilson highlighting the department's commitment to internal accountability, noting that out of nine internal affairs cases, five were initiated by the police department itself. This reflects a dedication to maintaining high standards within the force.

Overall, the meeting underscored the Trotwood Police Department's efforts in crime reduction, community engagement, and internal accountability, setting a positive tone for the year ahead.