NEWTON POLICE DEPARTMENT 211 ANNUAL REPORT James R. Daily Chief of Police
TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission Statement............................................ 1 Department Accomplishments for 211.............................. 1 Newton PD Organizational Chart.................................. 2 Part-One Crimes............................................. 3 Complaint Types............................................. 4 Calls for Service............................................. 4 Arrests................................................... 5 Traffic................................................... 5 Parking Control.............................................. 5 K-9 Unit.................................................. 6 School Resource Officers (SRO)................................... 8 Animal Control............................................. 9 Training.................................................. 9 Reserves/Cadets/Volunteers.................................... 1 Warrants/Civil Process......................................... 1 Investigations............................................... 11 Drug Task Force.............................................. 11 Community Involvement......................................... 13
NEWTON POLICE DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to provide prompt, professional police services that place an emphasis on enhancing the quality of life, while maintaining respect for individual rights and human dignity, building confidence and respect between the Citizens of Newton and their Police Department. ~ ~ ~ ~ 211 Department Accomplishments Grant funds received for Domestic Violence Detective, laptop computers and cameras K-9 Aron retired; K-9 Kozmo purchased with donations K-9 Handler Cpl. Jason Thompson and K-9 Kozmo received training; K-9 Cpl. Jason Thompson certified as K-9 Trainer Detective Celestin sworn in as a member of the FBI Cyber Crime Task Force Patrol responded to an additional 489 calls, generating an extra 143 written reports Three officers certified through KLETC as EVOC Instructors (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) KDOT Click-it or Ticket annual award (5 years); Enabling purchase of equipment outside of budgeted dollars Received Project of the Year award from the Kansas Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence 1
NPD Organizational Chart Patrol Sergeant (4) Patrol Corporal (4) Patrol Officer / SRO (17) Training (1) Operations Lieutenant Warrant/Bailiff (1) Reserve/Cadets (14) Records (2) Parking Control (1) Administrative Assistant Animal Control (1) School Crossing Guard (5) Chief of Police Dispatcher Sergeant (1) Drug Detective (1) Person Crimes Detective (1) Investigations Lieutenant Property Crimes Detective (1) Domestic Violence Detective (1) 2
Part-One Crimes Law enforcement agencies report Part 1 offenses annually to the Kansas Bureau of Investigations (KBI). These specific crimes are considered the most serious and include crimes that are most likely to be reported to the police and occur with sufficient frequency to provide an adequate basis for comparison. As shown below, there continues to be a decreasing trend over the last few years. 4 3 2 1 7 Arson Murder Rape Robbery Auto Theft 23 19 19 2 17 15 17 16 11 13 13 8 5 6 5 7 9 5 1 3 3 27 28 29 21 211 36 8 6 4 2 Larceny/Theft Burglary Assault 75 745 7 588 514 27 317 32 37 276 216 161 195 145 131 27 28 29 21 211 2 15 1 5 Part One Crime Trend 1339 1188 1248 188 987 27 28 29 21 211 Violent crimes are composed of four offenses: murder and non-negligent manslaughter, forcible rape, robbery, and aggravated assault. These involve force or threat of force. Property crime includes the offenses of burglary, larceny-theft, motor vehicle theft, and arson. The object of the theft-type offenses is the taking of money or property, but there is no force or threat against the victims. The property crime category includes arson because the offense involves the destruction of property, however, arson victims may be subjected to force. 3
Complaint Types Reports are generated from the following 7 categories. There were an additional 143 reports written during 211, a 3.489% increase. 27 28 29 21 211 Complaints General 34 3 33 56 52 Criminal Offense 2,844 2,961 2,761 2,434 2,358 Department Information 638 588 714 792 894 Non Criminal Offense 22 49 33 19 47 Patrol Activity 3 1 Traffic Accidents 578 555 496 45 483 Traffic Offenses 368 358 37 347 48 TOTAL 4,484 4,541 4,41 4,99 4,242 Calls for Service (CFS) There was a 1.251% increase in service calls during 211, requiring officers to respond to an additional 489 calls as well as process any paperwork associated with such calls. 5, 3, 1, Calls For Service 39,781 39,84 39,573 26,11 27,899 27 28 29 21 211 6.5 5.5 4.5 3.5 2.5 1.5 Response Time 5.88 5.37 4.7 4.2 3.29 27 28 29 21 211 The average response time to calls answered in 211 was 3:29, reflecting a quicker response then in prior years. Calls received - specific categories: Animal Related Alarms - Bank, entry, fire, etc Criminal - Burglary, forgery, fraud, theft, rape, etc Disturb/Battery - Assault, DV battery, battery, fights, disturbance, remove unwanted subjects, etc Fire/Medical Follow Up - Additional info for calls reported Persons Missing, wanted, runaway, welfare check, etc Other/Misc - Civil issues, transports, information, special assignments, outside assist, etc Security Checking doors, vacation house checks, bar check, game stand-by, etc Susp Activity 1% Security 2% Traffic Related 32% Suspicious Activity 911 disconnect, prowler, noise, item, light, person, etc Calls for Service by Category Animal 4% Other/Misc 11% Alarms 4% Criminal 11% Disturb/Battery 9% Fire/Med 3% Follow Up 9% Person(s) 5% Traffic Related Hazards, accidents, stops, reckless driving, etc 4
Adult/Juvenile Arrests Fewer adult and juvenile arrests were made during 211. There was a 4.64% decrease in adult arrest cases and a 17.46% decrease in juvenile arrest cases from the prior year. Adult Arrests Juvenile Arrests 2,5 2, 1,5 1, 5 2,85 2,12 2,27 1,832 1,747 27 28 29 21 211 5 4 3 2 1 418 322 363 252 28 27 28 29 21 211 Traffic Citations Citations issued for citizen s not wearing a seatbelt increased again in 211. The numbers reflect an additional 181 tickets issued, a 12.26% increase from the previous year. There were also an additional 139 citations issued to uninsured motorists, reflecting a 35.279% increase. 6 5 4 3 2 1 533 488 473 452 464 429 378 399 394 358 3 38 312 28 222 219 19 15 171 177 133 129 139 13 38 DUI DWS No Seatbelt Speeding No Insurance 27 28 29 21 211 Parking Control Overtime parking tickets are issued within the business district in downtown Newton and are the majority of tickets issued by the Parking Control Officer for the Newton Police Department. A large number of tickets are also issued for Handicap parking violations at businesses throughout Newton. Overtime Parking Handicap Parking 12 1 8 6 4 2 999 486 475 395 28 29 21 211 25 2 15 1 5 28 127 121 28 29 21 211 5
K-9 Unit The two K-9 teams for the Newton Police Department continue to keep busy with searches, demos, and assisting outside agencies. The overall numbers for 211 were slightly down due to the retirement of K-9 Aron. Businesses and citizens within the community made generous donations enabling the department to purchase and train K-9 Kozmo. During this training, K-9 Cpl. Jason Thompson received certification as a Police Service Dog Instructor through the Nebraska State Patrol. Both K-9 teams received full Patrol and Narcotics certification from the Heart of America Police Dog Association. K-9 team Cpl. Tony Hawpe and K-9 Carla received 3 rd place in the Tough Dog competition. K 9 Unit Activity 27 28 29 21 211 Demos 14 21 27 2 24 Arrests 2 2 24 24 225 School Searches 6 5 1 21 1 K 9 Apprehensions 12 15 7 19 7 Vehicle Searches 32 248 776 1,31 48 Drug Searches for Businesses/Residences 5 5 9 25 6 Outside Agency Assists 48 29 53 42 58 Tracks/Building Searches/ Area Searches/Patrol Deployment 3 75 47 5 58 ERT Callout/Search Warrants 11 4 3 14 12 Vehicle Pursuits/High Risk Traffic Stop 9 3 4 8 Article Search 3 6 4 7 4 Related Activity 27 28 29 21 211 SEIZED PROPERTY U.S. Currency $19,66 $1,248 $27,267 $2,67 $2,466 Vehicles 7 12 14 6 1 RECOVERED PROPERTY Stolen Vehicles 1 5 7 8 2 Firearms 5 3 2 4 1 Misdemeanor Drug Paraphernalia 46 39 89 73 61 Felony Drug Paraphernalia 2 4 7 8 6 TAX STAMP VIOLATIONS 14 15 1 16 1 K-9 Aron (left) provided outstanding service to the Newton Police Department and the citizen s of Newton for 12 years, prior to being retired from the department. K-9 Cpl. Jason Thompson with K-9 Kozmo (right) 1999-211 211 6
Illegal Narcotics Located/Seized by the K-9 Units Marijuana 28 29 21 211 4 lbs. 15 oz. / 7 lbs. 7oz / $4,9 $32,255 7 lbs. 8 oz (High (6 lbs. BC Bud) Grade) / 5 lbs. marijuana cookies) $33,75 9 lbs. 5 oz. / $18,5 5 lbs. 8 oz. / $1, Cocaine 1 grams 8 grams 48 kilograms 1 grams $2,5 $1,6 $1,344, $2, Crack 8 grams 2 grams 3.1 grams 1 grams $96 $4 $475 $1,2 Meth 2.9 oz. 3.1 oz. 3.8 oz. 12.2 grams $5, $6,1 $7,5 $2,7 Hydroponic Grow Op 1 / $2, 1 / $2, K2 3 grams / $3 1 grams / $3 Ephedrine 432 DU 32 DU $1,8 $8, Hydrocodone 12 DU / $3 3 DU / $21 42 DU / $1,5 56 DU / $392 Liquid Codeine 2 oz. / $2 Ecstasy 5 DU / $125 1 DU / $25 Misc Pharmaceuticals 1 DU / $259 129 DU / $3,225 17 DU / $85 Heroin 2.1 grams / $9.2 grams / $4 Diazepam/Clonazapam 32 DU / $8 4 DU / $5 27 DU / $675 Methadone 11 DU / $275 1,5 DU $37,5 4 DU / $1 Tramadol 29 DU / $725 PCP.5 oz / $5 Xanax 37 DU / $185 Dilaudid 78 DU / $78 Pastor Aaron Filipek of Zion Lutheran Church, presents a check for $2,48 to Chief James Daily. The money was received through a fundraiser sponsored by the church. The department also received donations from private citizens to help with the purchase of K-9 Kozmo. (Pictured left to right are Pastor Aaron Filipek, K-9 Handler Cpl. Jason Thompson, K-9 Kozmo, and Chief James Daily) 7
School Resource Officer Activity The safety and well being of students, staff and the community continues to be a priority for School Resource Officers (SRO). SRO s monitor activity within the school, as well as during after school activities, to include school dances and athletic events. 27 28 29 21 211 SRO CHAD GAY NHS Criminal Cases / Arrests 21 31 28 / 16 34 / 11 19 / 12 MIP Tobacco Citations 9 1 9 6 1 Discipline Referrals 25 21 23 1 3 Searches 25 25 15 12 6 After School Activity Involvement 17 9 14 14 13 hrs. Student Contacts / Conferences 5 5 5 5+ 26+ Teacher Conferences / Meetings 28 5 75 65 26 Club and Group Talks / Classroom Presentations 14 24 4 33 1 Parent Conferences / Meetings 7 5 45 52 23 Transporting Students 3 42 3 SRO RANDY JORDAN SANTA FE / CHISHOLM Criminal Cases / Arrests 18 28 34 26 38 / 6 After School Activity Involvement 23 19 19 17 134 hrs. Searches 11 Student Contacts / Conferences 338 32 47 338 3,22 Teacher Conferences / Meetings 176 167 199 14 435 Parent Conferences / Meetings 44 8 Classroom Presentations 88 1 34 Forensic Interviews 18 11 16 Identified/Claimed Gang Members and Activity 5 4 2 1 Transporting Students 12 SRO JEFF DAVIS (29 Current) ELEM SCHOOLS Criminal Cases 28 6 25 4 After School Activity Involvement 179 hrs. Student Contacts / Conferences 1, 282 142 1,341 Teacher Conferences / Parent Conferences / Meetings 89 129 194 354 Public Presentations 145 1 Child Welfare / Child Abuse Cases 21 7 1 Classroom Presentations 8 75 41 Welfare Check 18 MIP Tobacco Citations 17 Discipline Referrals 47 Forensic Interviews 6 Transporting Students 7 **Numbers reflected are from the associated calendar year, not school year. SRO s are a valuable asset within the school district. They strive to build working relationships with students, school staff, and parents. They are visible in the school community and create a link between students and law enforcement. SRO s work with guidance counselors and other student support staff to assist students in need. They also address situations in the lives of students, providing a proactive approach to deal with the pressures young people find themselves having to confront daily. 8
Animal Control The Animal Control Officer works Monday through Friday, 8: a.m. 5: p.m. She will handle calls received during these working hours. If animal related calls are received during the evening or week-end hours, patrol officers will be assigned to the call(s). The total calls received for service during 211 were 2,473 of which 1,938 were responded to by ACO. ACO Calls for Service Citations 3 1 25 2 15 1 5 2565 2312 291 258 1938 27 28 29 21 211 8 6 4 2 86 41 41 34 25 27 28 29 21 211 Animal Bites 6 4 2 41 41 34 34 25 27 28 29 21 211 Training Mandated training for certified personnel will ensure citizens are protected and served by officers that are capable, well prepared, and confident, as well as being sensitive and responsive to the community they serve. Total Training Hours Average Hours per Officer 5, 15 4, 3, 2, 1, 2,577 2,134 4,343 2,47 3,577 1 5 83 82 14 69 62 27 28 29 21 211 27 28 29 21 211 9
Department Volunteers Reserve Officers provide assistance to certified law enforcement officers. They observe, report and act upon conditions conducive to crime and danger such as checking buildings, assisting other officers, enforcing traffic, making arrests, and transporting prisoners. They are also used to provide security detail during athletic events. A Police Cadet is a volunteer position available to qualified persons ages 16 through 2 years. Cadets learn about law enforcement by observing police procedures. They attend monthly meetings and training sessions. They assist with security detail at City functions, i.e. parades and sports activities. Under no circumstances is a Cadet allowed to perform the duties of a certified police officer. Volunteer Hours Reserves Volunteer Hours Cadets 2, 5 1,5 1, 5 1,528 1,352 1,42 974 944 4 3 2 1 436 433 291 258 22 27 28 29 21 211 27 28 29 21 211 The Newton Citizen s Academy Alumni was organized through members graduating from the annual Newton Police Citizen s Academy. The association currently has 1 members. During the year the association donated 247 hours of their time to the department. Warrants/Civil Process The Warrant Officer executes arrest warrants, serves subpoenas, maintains order and security in the Municipal courtroom, and spends time transporting adult and juvenile individuals who are in custody. 27 28 29 21 211 Warrant Arrest 549 458 46 391 384 Warrants Cleared 992 864 851 735 718 Outside Warrants Cleared 55 2 12 14 14 Potential Fine Totals $43,641 $339,262 $37,646 $37,32 $273,297 Transports 188 185 16 185 158 District Court Subpoenas 976 793 8 885 725 Municipal Court Subpoenas 18 283 247 285 187 DL Hearing Subpoenas 15 47 45 76 71 1
Investigations Caseload An increase in the caseload for Investigations for the second year in a row continues to keep Detectives busy. Their combined level of training, skill and experience are a definite factor in the clearance rate of the cases assigned. 12 1,14 1,87 1 8 6 4 2 84 747 613 551 397 381 328 314 232 223 83 57 Cases Assigned Cases Closed Cases Open 53 27 28 29 21 211 Drug Task Force The Harvey County Drug Task Force is dedicated to providing local drug enforcement to improve the quality of life and provide a safe and secure community. The members work to suppress the sale and use of illegal drugs and narcotics. The task force works with all local, state, and federal agencies to reach their goal of a drug free community. 28 29 21 211 NPD Drug Cases 317 191 28 154 Unclassified Drug Cases 6 5 Marijuana Cases 83 56 112 89 Marijuana Buys 4 9 8 Cocaine Cases 1 7 5 7 Cocaine Buys 2 5 1 3 Crack Cocaine Cases 2 2 1 Crack Cocaine Buys Methamphetamine Cases 48 37 43 2 Methamphetamine Buys 6 3 4 1 Ice Methamphetamine Cases 47 15 27 19 Ice Methamphetamine Buys 7 7 9 12 Bath Salts (Designer Meth) 1 Hydrocodone Buys 2 Marijuana Grow Op/Inv. 1 2 2 1 Methamphetamine Lab Clean Ups 4 2 1 11
Drug Task Force Activity 28 29 21 211 TAXES AND FORFEITURES Forfeitures Filed 4 2 6 15 Tax Warrants Filed Currency/Assets Rec d from Assessments/ Forfeitures $ $12,258 $26,323 INTERVIEWS / SUSPECTS Suspect Interviews 9 92 87 71 Citizen Interviews 4 38 52 44 PC Arrests Made 6 9 6 Crimestopper Tips Investigated 9 17 3 4 WARRANTS Search Warrants Served 1 2 4 Arrest Warrants Served 1 COMMUNITY SERVICES Drug/Other Presentations 3 4 4 4 Neighborhood No Dope Watch Program 4 5 4 3 OUTSIDE AGENCY ASSISTS 12 33 41 37 UNDERCOVER OPERATIONS 11 8 Seized Weights and Values 28 29 21 211 Marijuana 1,58 gm / $3,732 11.5 oz / $1,15 212 oz / $21,2 155 oz / $15,5 Hashish 1 gm / $5 Powder Cocaine 21 gm / $2,1 5.2 gm / $512 12 gm / $1,2 22 gm / $2,2 Crack Cocaine 5 gm / $575 1 gm / $1, Powder Methamphetamine 74 gm / $7,4 47 gm / $4,7 74 gm / $7,4 Ice Methamphetamine 182.6 gm / $18,26 64 gm / $6,4 29 gm / $2,9 Heroin 4 gm / $4 Ecstasy 7 du / $14 1 du / $3 Khat 25 gm / $13 Psilocybin Mushrooms 11 gm / $22 Hydrocodone 53 du / $795 61 du / $12,2 55 du / $275 65 du / $325 Oxycodone 3 du / $33 6 du / $66 Methylphenidate (Ritalin) 21 du / $21 Percodan Diazepam 26 du / $26 Alprazolam 1 du / $6 37 du / $222 K2 3 gm / $4 13 gm / $16 Seroquel 1 du / $1 Bath Salts (Designer Meth) 3 oz / $21 3 oz / $21 Other 246 du / $ Unk TOTAL $14,27 $32,262 $35,895 $29,794 12
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT UNITED WAY CHILI COOK-OFF / SALVATION ARMY HARVEST OF LOVE LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN SPECIAL OLYMPICS / SANTA DELIVERS 13