Ohio FOP Lodge #50

08/10/2026

The members of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #50 sends their thoughts and prayers to the members of the Lancaster Police Department on the passing of Officer Raymond Hambel # 474. Rest easy Officer. We have the watch from here.

08/04/2026

Our President and Vice President attended the Fraternal Order of Police state conference in Independence Ohio. Lots of information and met many of those running for election.

06/22/2026

The members of Fraternal Order of Police Lodge #50 extend their sincerest condolences to the family of Life member and retired Lancaster Officer Robert "Bob" Shirk. Bob was a steadfast supporter of numerous lodge #50 initiatives, including Shop with a Cop. He will be remembered for his wit and camaraderie. He will be deeply missed. Rest well, Officer. You served with honor and distinction. We will assume the watch from here.

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05/01/2026

It is with great sadness that Lodge 50 announces the passing of long-time police officer Chuck Hayes. Chuck was a veteran of the Vietnam war and served the citizens of Lancaster with honor and distinction. He will be profoundly missed by his family, friends, and his brothers and sisters in blue. Rest well, brother. We have it from here.

04/29/2026

It was our pleasure to welcome new members of our lodge 50 who serve with The Ashville Police Department. We then shared a meal and enjoyed a productive meeting and fellowship. Congratulations to all our new members!

04/26/2026

Good morning,

Jason Meade, a member of Lodge 9 in Franklin County is facing his second trial after an officer involved shooting in December of 2020. The case went to trial once already, and a local jury heard the evidence. They didn’t convict Deputy Meade, but the politically-motivated prosecutors are still trying to send Deputy Meade to prison by trying the case again. That’s wrong.

The FOP of Ohio is asking all of our members and supporters to visit the following website: Justice for Meade. Sign the petition and share on social media. Learnt he facts of the case.

Many local lodges and the FOP of Ohio have donated to help former Deputy Meade in his effort to obtain justice in this case but our work is not done. We need to continue to support Meade's team and help get the word out about the facts in this case.

Thank you in advance for your help in sharing the facts!!!

Jay McDonald
FOP of Ohio President

04/24/2026

Great time this evening visiting at the Licking County FOP lodge. Getting ready for the State FOP spring business meeting tomorrow. From left to right:
Tom Porter District 4 trustee,Larry Kilbarger FOP #50 Vice President, Mark Emde Licking County FOP #127 President, and Mike Tussey FOP # 50 President.

04/22/2026

All are welcome.

04/07/2026