LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY BULLETIN

LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT COMMUNITY BULLETIN LARGO POLICE DEPARTMENT 201 HIGHLAND AVENUE LARGO, FLORI- DA 33770 727-587-6730 Crime Prevention is the attempt to reduce and deter crime and criminals. It is applied specifically to efforts made by governments to reduce crime, enforce the law, and maintain criminal justice. March 2019 MISSION Provide superior services that enhance the quality of life and community pride. COMMUNITY ORIENTED POLICING Welcome to the Largo Police Department, a state and nationally accredited police department of excellence. Every sworn officer, civilian staff member, and volunteer in our department is committed to providing responsive and professional service to the residents of Largo, a commitment backed by our Department Mission Statement. Important Numbers and Websites Police Non-Emergency Number 727-587-6730 Fire Rescue Non-Emergency Number 727-587-6714 City Hall 727-587-6700 City Clerk s Office 727-587-6710 ext 7003 Editor: Vu Tran Largo Police Departments Largo Website www.largo.com Largo Emergency Information http://www.largo.com/department/? structureid=6 City Services Index http://www.largo.com/egov/apps/ services/inex.egov? CONTACT US Police Chief Jeffrey Undestad 201 Highland Ave Largo, FL 33770

PAGE 2 SENIOR SERVICES Our Senior Services Program delivers professional services with care, dignity, and understanding. The Senior Services Officer contacts or visits elderly victims, offering information and assistance in areas such as crime prevention, victim compensation, and referrals to social service agencies. Our Senior Services Officer provides information on: Isolation, Concerns about another s health; how to access long-term care services; Silver Alert Program; and find the resource information that can help you improve the quality of life for yourself or your loved ones. For more information, call the Senior Services Officer Joel Quattlebaum at 727-586-7351 VICTIM ADVOCATE The Largo Police Department employs a Victim Advocate who will respond to crime scenes and assist victims and witnesses. The aftermath of crime often brings emotional pain and trauma as well as confusion concerning the legal process. Having a person who is able to work with you on your initial trauma responses, find services that can assist you with recovery and prepare you for your involvement in the criminal justice system can be a comforting and empowering service. If you have been a victim of a crime, please call us as 727-587-6770 or send an email to victimadvocate@largo.com DOMESTIC VIOLENCE INFORMATION/ASSISTANCE If you have been a victim of Domestic Violence, please call us today. Largo Police Department is here to help. Call today at 727-586-7481 or send an email to domesticviolence@largo.com. If you believe you may be in immediate danger, call 9-1-1.

PAGE 3 Volunteers in Policing Volunteers In Policing (VIP) are one of Largo Police Department's greatest resources. VIPs are courteous observers that watch over our community. Whether supporting patrol officers, directing traffic or performing other duties, a VIP is truly very important. When you volunteer, you will have the opportunity to learn more about law enforcement while helping the community. You will make new friends, experience the feeling of making a difference, and have fun! For questions or more details, contact Sergeant Amanda Misnerat 727-587-6730 Ext. 7472 Training VIP training is mandatory for all those who want to participate in a patrol position. The training consists of: Classroom instruction; Field training with a seasoned VIP; All areas of training are thoroughly covered until the volunteers are confident in their assignment. Qualifications To be a VIP you must: Be courteous and professional; Be a team player; Be physically able to perform duties; Pass a criminal background check; Be 21 years of age or older Volunteer Opportunities Available Patrol Positions: Issue parking violations; Document parking lot crashes; Traffic control for crashes & disabled vehicles; Patrol neighborhoods, shopping centers, schools, outreach centers & parks; Vacation home watch; Radar speed watch; Secure found property; Package and person transport; Assist with special event traffic safety; Report repairs/ replacements to road signs, roads and power lines Support Positions: Clerical support in Records Division; Assist with Police vehicle maintenance; Assist Investigations Division; Give tours of Largo Police Department; Fingerprint children at special events Largo Police App Become a civic citizen and engage with your city like never before by downloading the official app. With features like Report an Incident, PD Stats, News, Events, Most Wanted and Patrol Request, you'll find it easier than ever to stay connected with your city with just a few taps on your mobile device. Download Largo Police App and start engaging with your city on a more meaningful level. Become a civic citizen today! Largo PD Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/ LargoPoliceDepartment The Largo Police Department is a state and nationally accredited police department of excellence. Every sworn officer, civilian staff member, and volunteer in our department is committed to providing responsive and professional service to the residents of Largo, a commitment backed by our Department mission statement. Largo PD Twitter Feed Largo Police @ LargoPD Largo, FL Police Department-- The latest tweets from Largo PD. This account is not monitored for police reporting. Call 911 in an Emergency. To report a crime, call our Comm Center--727-587- 6730

PAGE 4 Crime Statistics City of Largo Feb 1-28, 2019 This report was sorted by Address in an attempt to make the information more useful in locating general areas. From Pinellas County Crime Viewer. http://gis.pinellascounty.org/ crimeviewer/default.aspx. This is the best representation of County Calls for Service that Pinellas County Crime Viewer can provide at this time. The interface between Pinellas County Crime Viewer and Largo PD data occasionally experience problems. This is the case at the current time although there is data, there is no data to show t this time. Hopefully this can be rectified soon.

PAGE 5 Crime Stats These are the calls (both civil and criminal) that Largo Police Department has responded to February 1-28, 2019 911HANGUP/OPENLINE ABUSE ALARM ARSON ASSAULT ASSISTCITIZEN ASSIST OTHER AGENCY BAKERACT BATTERY BE ON THE LOOKOUT BOMB BURGLARY CITIZEN CONTACT CITY EMPLOYEE CALLOUT COMM RES SEC CHECK CONFIRMED DEATH COUNTERFEIT OR FORGERY CRIMINAL MISCHIEF DIRECTED PATROL DISTURBANCE DOMESTIC DISTURBANCE FOLLOWUP FRAUD HARASSMENT HOMELESS PERSON HOMICIDE INTOXICATED SUBJECT JUVENILE KIDNAP LEWD/LASCIVIOUS MISSING PERSON NARCOTIC DRUGS NEGLECT NOTIFICATION `120 2 NUISANCE PATROLCHECK 34 203 148 341 PAWN SHOP PEDESTRIAN VIOLATION 3 0 3 63 PERSONW/WEAPON 464 4 PRIVATE INVESTIGATOR 246 11 PROPERTY PROWLER 31 66 40 1 REPOSSESSION/PRIVATE TOW 174 176 ROBBERY 0 6 44 9 SEXUAL ASSAULT AND BATTERY SHOOTING SPECIAL DETAIL 99 1 16 12 SPECIAL WATCH STABBING 0 12 17 1 STALKING 4 1 SUICIDAL SUBJECT 29 37 4 253 SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY THEFT 243 206 168 345 TRAFFIC COMPLAINT TRAFFIC CRASH 292 350 TRAFFIC DETAIL TRAFFIC STOP 73 31 51 865 TRAINING CALL 27 28 0 4 TRANSPORT TRESPASS UNKNOWN SITUATION 64 140 16 70 VIOLATION OF INJUNCTION WANTED PERSON 0 13 10 19 WELFARE CHECK No Nature Entered 57 248 32 605 TOTAL 1 6635

PAGE 6 Current Arrests (From PCSO) CHARGES Name Docket No. Booking Date Arresting Agency GAINER, LINSTEN 1789152 2/5/2019 4:34:PM LARGO POLICE DEPT. Address City State Zip Code 1248 DOROTHY STREET LAKELAND FL 33815 Race Sex DOB Place of Birth Arrest Age BLACK MALE 1/22/1999 FL 20 Eyes Hair Complexion Height Weight BRO BLK DRK 600 180 ARSON; IN THE 1ST DEGREE x 2 Statute: 806.01(1)(B)/F Bond Assessed: $100,000.00 ARSON; IN THE SECOND DEGREE Statute: 806.01(2)/F Bond Assessed: $10,000.00 CHARGES Name Docket No. Booking Date Arresting Agency SINGER, GARY K 1791760 2/27/2019 8:18:53 PM LARGO POLICE DEPT. Address City State Zip Code 1399 S BELCHER RD LOT 181 LARGO FL 33771 Race Sex DOB Place of Birth Arrest Age WHITE MALE 3/21/1988 FL 30 Eyes Hair Complexion Height Weight HAZ RED LGT 602 196 VOP AGGRAVATED BATTERY Statute: 948.06/F Bond Assessed: LEWD OR LASCIVIOUS EXHIBITION X 4 Statute: 800.04(7)(A)1/F Bond Assessed $80,000.00 Name Docket No. Booking Date Arresting Agency BUSH, WHITNEY 1789483 2/8/2019 8:26:AM LARGO POLICE DEPT. CHARGES Address City State Zip Code 620-126 CLEARWATER LARGO RD LARGO FL 33770 Race Sex DOB Place of Birth Arrest Age BLACK FEMALE 12/26/1987 FL 31 Eyes Hair Complexion Height Weight BRO BLK MED 503 164 POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE X 9 Statute: 893.13(6)(A)/F Bond Assessed $45,000.00 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA Statute: 893.13(6)(B)/M Bond Assessed $150.00 POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA Statute: 893.13(6)(A)/F Bond Assessed $5,000.00 SALE OR DELIVERY OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE Statute: 893.13(1)(A)(1)/F Bond Assessed $5,000.00 OPERATING A DRUG HOUSE (PUBLIC NUISANCE) Statute: 823.10/F Bond Assessed $5,000.00

PAGE 7 From squirrels to Hurricanes to helping in a crisis, LPD officers are there to help... From Largo PD Facebook Page Mark your calendars! Reminder that Largo K9 Ofc. Hansmann and K9 Chato will be graduating next Tuesday at Countryside High School. Chato will replace K9 Oz, who passed suddenly this year. The K9 School puts on a great show for all ages. Come see the handlers and dogs strut their stuff! Largo detectives worked a horrific case where a seven-week-old infant girl was killed by her father. Anthony Allen Suffoletto cause severe traumatic injuries to the baby while she was in his custody. Despite medical attention from Largo FD, Sunstar, Morton Plant, and St. Joseph's, the child died five days after her injuries. Suffoletto was booked into Pinellas County Jail yesterday for First Degree Murder. Please congratulate our employees for a job well done! Largo Police Department 2018 Of the Year Awards: Supervisor of the Year: Sgt. Carvella Officer of the Year: Det. Wedin Civilian of the Year: Amber Waters School Crossing Guard of the Year: Judy Michaud Volunteer of the Year: Gerald "Jerry" Giovani Lifesaving Medal: Ofc. Garcia, Ofc. DePierre, Sgt. Veizi, Ofc. Cheney, Ofc. Steiner, Ofc. Ables Meritorious Service Award: Ofc. Iskra, Ofc. Quattlebaum Distinguished Service Award: Ofc. Lake Letter of Commendation: Ofc. Bowling Letter of Appreciation: Lt. Block Let's have a big round of applause for all our hardworking folks!

PAGE 8 From squirrels to Hurricanes to helping in a crisis, LPD officers are there to help... On February 28th, the Problem Oriented Policing Unit conducted two separate traffic stops in the Sunoco gas station. On the first traffic stop, the driver was arrested for trafficking heroin and possession of marijuana. On the second traffic stop, the passenger was arrested for trafficking Fentanyl. These two traffic stops were linked back to a known drug house close to the area (Sunoco). During the course of the investigation, it was learned that there were multiple pieces of evidence that led to a marijuana growth operation. The subject (resident of the home) then provided consent for officers to search the storage room where the growth of marijuana was occurring. There were multiple marijuana plants, in various stages of growth, located inside the storage unit in the rear of the duplex (storage room). The subject was then arrested for cultivation of marijuana. Also located inside the subject's residence were numerous items of narcotics as well.