Toledo Police Officer Fired After Walmart Theft Charges

Gregory Long, Jr. was terminated following criminal conviction and internal investigation.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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A Toledo police officer named Gregory Long, Jr. has been fired from the department after being charged and convicted for allegedly stealing from Walmart on multiple occasions, including one instance where he was wearing a TPD t-shirt. The Toledo Police Chief cited violations of department policies around integrity and conduct as the reason for Long's termination.

Why it matters

This case highlights the importance of police officers upholding high standards of integrity, both on and off duty. When officers engage in criminal behavior, it can undermine public trust in law enforcement. The Toledo Police Department's decision to terminate Long sends a strong message about their commitment to accountability and professionalism.

The details

Gregory Long, Jr. was charged with two counts of petty theft after he was accused of underscanning merchandise at a Glendale Walmart store on two separate occasions in July. He was criminally charged in August and banned from all Walmart locations. Following the conclusion of the criminal case and an internal investigation, the Toledo Police Department determined that Long violated department policies around "Willful Violation" and "Conduct Unbecoming of an Officer", leading to his immediate termination.

  • On July 1, Long allegedly underscanned merchandise at Walmart.
  • On July 17, Long allegedly underscanned merchandise at Walmart again.
  • In August, Long was criminally charged for the Walmart thefts.
  • On February 23, 2026, Long was terminated from the Toledo Police Department.

The players

Gregory Long, Jr.

A former Toledo police officer who was charged and convicted for allegedly stealing from Walmart on multiple occasions, including while wearing a TPD t-shirt.

Michael Troendle

The Toledo Police Chief who announced Long's termination, citing violations of department policies around integrity and conduct.

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What they’re saying

“Officers of this department are held to high standards of integrity and conduct, both on and off duty. When those standards are not met, appropriate action is taken.”

— Michael Troendle, Toledo Police Chief (wtol.com)

The takeaway

This case underscores the importance of police officers maintaining the public's trust through ethical and lawful behavior, both on and off duty. The Toledo Police Department's decision to terminate Gregory Long, Jr. demonstrates their commitment to upholding high standards of integrity within their ranks.