BARTOW POLICE DEPARTMENT MONTHLY ACTIVITY REPORT Joe Hall Chief of Police 450 North Broadway Avenue Bartow, FL 33830 (863) 534-5034 www.bartowpd.org
Page 2 PATROL DIVISION SGT. HIRAM SAUNDERS, INTERIM PATROL COMMANDER ALPHA SQUAD SGT. PAUL O DELL None N/A SIGNIFICANT ARRESTS: WATKINS, Carlos: Two out of county warrants for Sale of Narcotics and Paraphernalia, Child Support On June 5th at the City Commission Meeting Sgt. Paul O Dell was presented with a Life Saving Award by Police Chief Joe Hall. BRAVO SQUAD O.I.C. MICHELLE SMITH Officer Guzman was assigned to FTO McKee Officers completed monthly Police One and Police Law Institute Training online. Officer Michelle Smith completed 16 hrs. of K-9 Training, and attended 24 Hrs. of CISM Training. Officers effected 17 arrests and issued 29 citations. Officers have been conducting directed Traffic Controls throughout the city. Bravo Squad Sgt. J.D. Goff retired this month with over 22 years of service to the city. Sgt. Paul O Dell presented with Life Saving Award Sgt. O Dell, Stuart Spear, Chief Hall CHARLIE SQUAD SGT. GERAD HUNT Officer Ken Fender started Phase Three in the FTO Program. Officers completed monthly Police One and Police Law Institute Training online. K-9 Officer A. Gonzalez started OIC Training SIGNIFICANT ARRESTS: CHILDRESS, Jazeman: Vehicular Burglary HOLMES, Michael: Vehicular Burglary YOUNGBLOOD, Eric: Burglary, Theft Charlie Squad members made a total of 12 arrests and issued 48 traffic citations for the month of June. Charlie Squad has been conducting late night/early morning patrol in and around local residential business areas. Special patrol in the area of sugar hill. Ofc. Michael Prevatt retired effective June 30, 2017. DELTA SQUAD OIC OFFICER CARL SMITH Officer J. Bloise has joined Delta Squad. Officers completed their monthly Police One and Police Law Institute Training. SIGNIFICANT ARRESTS: BOZEMAN, Richard: Felony Possession of two firearms, and Possession of Cannabis. During the traffic stop a pound of suspected synthetic marijuana was seized and has been sent to the FDLE Lab for testing. SMITH, James: Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia. LAUGHON, Carolina: Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Alprazolam, Possession of paraphernalia. Laughon also attempted to smuggle 5.2 grams of Methamphetamine into the jail and was subsequently charged with Introduction of Contraband into a Detention Facility. HAYNES, Dylan: Possession of Methamphetamine and Possession of Paraphernalia. LONG, Christina: Possession of Methamphetamine, Possession of Paraphernalia. LEVERETT, Tavares: Possession of Cocaine. Delta Squad made a total of 28 arrests for the month of June.
Page 3 DETECTIVE BUREAU SGT. ERIC SHEROUSE EDUCATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS: Detectives completed monthly Police Law Inst. Online training. SIGNIFICANT ARRESTS/INVESTIGATIONS: HIDLE, Teresa: Violation of Probation, Possession of Methamphetamines and Narcotics Paraphernalia. BROWN, Telemaches: Burglary to a vehicle. HESS, David: Fraudulent us of a Credit Card and Grand Theft WHITE, Robert: Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon PENNINGTON, Ray Junior: Det. Griffith conducted an investigation into a Scheme to Defraud local businesses. Suspect Pennington was charged with 14 felony counts: Grand Theft, Uttering a Forged Instrument, Scheming to Defraud, Dealing in Stolen Property, False Verification to a Pawnbroker, and being a Fugitive from Justice in regard to out-of-state warrants for Fraud. The search warrant executed in this investigation resulted in the recovery of stolen property valued at over $8000. Det. Hauser attended the Monthly Polk County Intelligence Meeting Detectives are currently working 91 active Felony Investigations. TELECOMMUNICATIONS REPORT SUBMITTED BY: Jane Casselman, Telecommunications Supervisor All Communications personnel completed monthly training through Police One online training. CALLS FOR SERVICE: POLICE CALLS FOR SERVICE 1662 911 CALLS FOR SERVICE 697 FIRE CALLS FOR SERVICE 228 ELECTRIC DEPT. (AFTER HOURS) 65 PUBLIC WORKS (AFTER HOURS) 26 FLEET (AFTER HOURS) 3 C.S.T. (COMMUNITY SERVICES TEAM) SGT. BRYAN DORMAN CST Officer Tagliarini has been temporarily assigned to Patrol Division for O.I.C. (Officer In Charge) Training. COMMUNITY SERVICE/ Attended City Commission meetings this month. June 5, Attended City Commission meeting, Sgt. O Dell received a Life Saving Award from Chief Hall. June 6, Attended the Monthly Chief s Chat held at Urban Oak June 7, Attended monthly Community Traffic Safety Team meeting. June 13, Attended E.P.A.C. Monthly Meeting (final meeting until Sept) June 23, attended American Legion Post 3 s BBQ fundraiser for Officer Kristi Tew Conducted a presentation to Wal-Mart employees on personal safety and Robbery Prevention & Procedures. June 28, Robbery Presentation presented at Centerstate Bank employees. C.S.T. Officer Randy Tag Tagliarini speaking to employees at Centerstate Bank about Robbery Procedures
Page 4 K-9 DEPLOYMENT K-9 ACTIVITY VITY FOR JUNE 2017 ALPHA SQUAD, OFFICER D. BILBREY/BRODY * 6/2 Tracking Suspect at 775 Hwy 17 S. * 6/18 Narcotics Search, Main/Florida (arrest, seizure) * 6/2 Vehicle Search, 1270 S. Broadway Ave. * 6/27 Exterior/Interior Search, 2075 E. Cherokee * 6/13 Narcotic Search, Lyle Pkw. (seizure, arrest) * 6/30 Exterior/Interior Search, BEA (school) * 6/17 Building Search, 1510 E. Georgia (arrest) BRAVO SQUAD, OFFICER M. SMITH/HASJ N/A CHARLIE SQUAD, OFFICER A. GONZALEZ/RICO * 6/24 Crowd Control, Bartow Youth Center DELTA SQUAD, OFFICER J. ZORN/FLASH * 6/28 Narcotic Search, W. Hooker/Dudley-Seizures & Arrests TOTAL K-9 DEPLOYMENTS FOR JUNE 9 K-9 Officer Arturo Gonzales won the drawing for donating blood during Bartow Chamber s Blood Drive. JUNE 2017 VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY The Bartow Police Department offers several volunteer programs to enhance the overall services the department provides. Some of the programs have been active for many years, such as the Explorer Post and the Police Officer Reserve Unit. The Bartow Police Department Reserve/Auxiliary Officer Unit, which was established many years ago, provides a valuable source of additional sworn personnel. The Reserve Unit is a fully trained volunteer force, which augment the Department when major incidents occur, or emergency situations when additional sworn personnel is required. The requirements for a Reserve Officer are equal to that of a police officer, and the members are held to the same standard. The Citizens On Patrol (COP) Unit was established in 2012 The COP Volunteers patrol in pairs, driving a designated COP Unit. Members patrol throughout the city during the daylight hours. In addition to patrolling, COP Volunteers may issue parking citations, report suspicious activity and assist with Crime Prevention, parades, and other Community Service Events. If you are interested in one of the Volunteer Programs, please call: Community Services Coordinator Lyn Bryan (863) 534-5034 or email lbryan.pd@cityofbartow.net VOLUNTEER HOURS LOGGED THIS MONTH Citizens on Patrol (COP) 59.00 Reserve Officer Unit 12.00 TOTAL HOURS THIS MONTH 71.00 Total Volunteer Hours to Date for 2017 481.25 COP Volunteer Saralyn White assisting with the BBQ fundraiser for Bartow Police Officer Kristi Tew
Page 5 June 2017 Activities for Bartow Police Department MONDAY, 06/05/2017 SGT. PAUL O DELL PRESENTED WITH LIFE-SAVING AWARD During the City Commission meeting, Sgt. Paul O Dell was presented with a Life Saving Award by Bartow Police Chief Joe Hall. Sgt. O Dell earned the prestigious honor a few weeks ago during an incident which occurred while the Sergeant was offduty. During an evening out with friends at a local establishment, Sgt. O Dell noticed commotion centering on an unconscious customer. Sgt. O Dell determined that the gentleman, Mr. Stuart Spear, had suffered cardiac arrest and needed emergency CPR. Sgt. O Dell s swift action and performing lifesaving CPR saved the life of Mr. Spear. Mr. Spear, and several of his friends and family members attended tonight s meeting, and expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Sgt. O Dell and his heroic deed. FRIDAY, June 23, 2017 FUNDRAISER FOR OFFICER KRISTI TEW This month American Legion Post 3 hosted a BBQ Fundraiser to benefit Officer Kristi Tew. The event was held on Friday, June 23, 2017. Officer Tew, who is battling Stage 4 Breast Cancer, is a school resource officer. Married with two small children, Officer Tew has been a member of Bartow Police Department since 1999. The Legion s efforts were to raise money in order to relieve some of the financial burden the family is facing. The Bartow Police Department would like to express our deepest thanks to American Legion Post 3 for hosting a successful fundraiser. The Legion s faithful financial contributions over the years, have demonstrated their deep commitment to this community. We would also like to extend a thank you to the citizens who purchased tickets or made donations, and to the volunteers who showed up to help with the dinners. Sgt. J.D. Goff and Officer Michael Prevatt retired at the end of this month, each with a total of 22 years of service to the city. We wish them both a long and happy retirement! Sgt. J.D. Goff Officer Michael Prevatt
Page 6 JUNE 2017 PROPERTY CRIME STATISTICS PROPERTY CRIME TIME OF OCCURRENCE TYPE DAY NIGHT UNK FORCED TOTAL: 12 RESIDENTIAL: Includes Single family homes, Apartments, Mobile Homes, Carport, Storage Sheds TOTAL 10 CONVEYANCE: Includes All Vehicles, Boats, and Trailers TOTAL: 2 BUSINESS: Includes Businesses, Churches, Storage Facilities, and Schools TYPE OF ENTRY NO FORCE UNK 50% 33% 17% 50% 42% 8% 40% 60% 0% 0% 90% 10% 0% 100% 0% 0% 100% 0% TOTAL PROPERTY CRIMES 2017-2013 MONTH 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 JAN 27 16 21 31 27 FEB 15 15 24 21 32 MAR 15 22 29 42 31 APR 16 47 33 47 39 MAY 16 42 26 25 32 JUNE 24 33 21 29 34 TOTAL 113 175 154 195 195 GOOD NEWS The number of burglaries is DOWN so far this year by 35% from last year! JUNE 2017 PROPERTY CRIMES by BEAT BEAT NUMBER OF BURGLARIES PERCENTAGE 26A 6 25% 26B 3 13% 26C 3 13% 26D 0 0% 26E 7 29% 26F 5 21% TOTAL 24 This month, 26% of the reported Property Crimes occurred on or about a Monday. Saturday accounted for the fewest with only 3%. YES! In separate burglary cases this year, suspects were apprehended by the police as a direct result of neighbors who called the police to report suspicious activity in their neighborhood. In each case, the victims recovered their stolen property! Neighborhood Watch is one of the oldest and most effective crime prevention programs in the country. It brings citizens and communities together, with law enforcement to deter crime and make communities safer. For information on how to start a Crime Watch Group in your neighborhood, call Crime Prevention Practitioner, Lyn Bryan at 863-534-5034 or email lbryan.pd@cityofbartow.net
A North of West Main St.(Hwy60) to Van Fleet, West of Van Fleet to Broadway (Hwy 98) Polk Street Center, Gause Academy Stephens & Spessard Holland Elem. Schools Highland Lake Estates, Richland Manor Magnolia Walk, Griffin s Landing & Green Wind Meadows, Saddlewood Holiday Inn Express Portions of Lyle Pkwy & EF Griffin Rd B South of Main Street, West of Broadway Ave. Square Lake Estates, Wildwood Cemetery Floral Ave. Elem, First Methodist School 555 Ballpark Facilities, Bartow Chevrolet Civic Center, Polk School Bd. Offices, Floral Lakes Laurel Meadows & The Villages C South of Main St, East of Broadway Ave, West of Hwy 17 Polk Street Center, Gause Academy Stephens & Spessard Holland Elem. Schools Highland Lake Estates, Richland Manor Magnolia Walk, Griffin s Landing & Green Wind Meadows, Saddlewood, Holiday Inn Express Portions of Lyle Pkwy & EF Griffin Rd D East of Hwy 98, North of Van Fleet Drive & Hwy 60 Bypass, Primarily a Business District Bartow Ford Co. & Ernest Smith Blvd, Bartow Reg. Medical Center Old Bartow Eagle Lake Rd, The Meeting House James Point, Taylor Brooke Wal-Mart & The Hampton Inn Fountain Place Apts. Badcock Home Furn., Tractor Supply Bear Creek Apts. E East of Hwy 17, South of Main Street (Hwy 60) and Flamingo Azalea Gardens & Carver Village Savannah Court, Rohr Home, Bartow Center Jail Annex Facilities, Peace River CSU, County Offices County Extension Office, Agriculture Center Orange Plant (Peace River Citrus) Golf Course, Union Academy, Gibbons St. Elementary F The Center of Bartow, North of Main Street (Hwy 60) to Van Fleet (Hwy 60 Bypass) Polk Historical Courthouse, Polk Courthouse, PCBC Offices Historical Church Street, Summerlin Oaks Apts. Publix Shopping Center & Lowes Dept. of Transportation Office PCSO Book-In/Jail Intake Bartow City Hall, Police & Fire Depts.