MISSION The mission of the Midlothian Police Department is dedicated to delivering police services in partnership with our communities to keep Midlothian the safest place to live, work and visit. In pursuit of our mission, we believe in: Relentless pursuit of offenders Education and innovation Sensitivity to victims of crime Performing with integrity Equitable treatment Commitment to quality service Teamwork MOTTO Service Above Self VISION We aspire to be a worldclass leader in policing, a model for character, innovation, and service. Midlothian Police Department 2015 ANNUAL REPORT Message from the Chief I would like to invite you to review the 2015 annual report of the Midlothian Police Department. I would also like to say that I am proud to be associated with an outstanding law enforcement agency and a progressive City with ambitious goals for providing quality service and an outstanding environment in which to work and or raise a family. Our goal as a law enforcement organization is to serve the citizens of Midlothian with integrity, honesty and honor. As an organization we pledge to give our best effort to provide a safe environment for our citizens, business owners and visitors in which to enjoy their daily lives. We value your input; please contact me or any member of staff with your concern or comment. We want to be your police department, a transparent organization, one you trust and can count on to provide high quality law enforcement, investigative services and proactive patrols in your neighborhoods, parks and retail outlets. If I can be of service to you or answer any questions concerning our organization please do not hesitate to call, come by or send an email to my attention. Carl D. Smith Carl.smith@midlothian.tx.us (972)7757618 Midlothian Police Department At-a-Glance, 2015 43 Full Time Police Officers 6 Part Time Police Officers 15 Full Time Dispatchers 2 Part Time Dispatchers 6 Community Services personnel 4 Civilian Staff December, 2015
2015 Stats Average Response Times Priority 1 Calls 2014..9:45 2015...8:57 Priority 2 Calls PATROL DIVISION The Patrol Division is under the command of two Patrol Commanders and is staffed by 4 shift sergeants, 4 Corporals, 17 full time Police Officers and 4 part time officers. Patrol Officers traffic laws, and conducting preliminary investigations with a focus on forming partnerships with the community to solve problems. Non-Emergency 972-775-3333 A Shift Patrol Commander Tim Hicks 972-775-7613 2014..7:25 2015..7:37 Priority 3 Calls 2014..14:06 2015..16:46 Total Patrol Incidents work a 12-hour schedule and are organized into two alternating watches on each of two shifts. The division is responsible for controlling and preventing crime through regular patrols, responding to calls for service, apprehending offenders, enforcing criminal and B Shift Patrol Commander Stephen Cooper 972-775-7615 In 2015, the K9 unit seized over 12 lbs of Marijuana, 161 grams of Methamphetamine, 42 grams of MDMA ( Ecstacy ) and 8 grams of Heroin. Most of the seizures were due to the efforts of K9 Handler Cpl. Wes Keeling, and partner Remi, who just a short time ago was rescued from a Texas shelter! Citizen Requested Service 2014.16,738 DWI-Related Arrests 2015.19,452 2013.68 2014...98 2015..103 Officer-Initiated Activity 2014.27,532 2015.30,575 Neighborhood/Business Checks 2014.21,477 2015.23,938 With over 146 miles of city maintained roadways, and 31 miles of state highway, intoxicated driving enforcement continues to be a priority for the patrol division. The department has a zero tolerance stance on intoxicated driving offenses and has been a No-Refusal city for over a decade not only on the weekends, but all the time.
Criminal Investigations Division Cases Filed by CID 2015 Training Highlights Total training hours: 7,732 2 officers graduated from Basic Police Academy 4 Officers received their Basic Certificates 3 Officers Received Advanced Certificates 1 Communications Officer received a Master Telecommunicator Certificate The Criminal Investigations Division is under the supervision of Commander John Spann and staffed with a Sergeant, Corporal, 2 investigators and a civilian property/evidence technician. They work and offset 8 hours schedule to provide coverage and availability. The division is responsible for conducting follow-up investigations, interviewing witnesses, victims and suspects, preparing and serving arrest and search warrants, and ensuring that felony and misdemeanor cases are properly filed with the District Attorney s office. They are also responsible for maintaining the property/evidence room. Investigators also perform the function of crime scene investigators. They receive advanced training in criminal investigations, sexual crimes, child crimes, identity theft, on-line crimes, property crime, crime sce- ne investigations, photography, latent print and DNA collection, and other topics. Collectively the unit has over 75 years of law enforcement experience. CID Commander John Spann...972-775-7646 Felonies 2014.397 2015.365 Misdemeanors 2014.175 2015.235 Entire Department completed K9 Encounters training Training unit hosted 132 of training for outside agencies Part I Crimes, 2014 and 2015 Developed a comprehensive in-service training program K9 Handler obtained instructor certification.
2015 NEED Center Highlights Over 23,002 911 calls answered Over 84,000 administrative calls answered 1,862 Class C Warrants entered into regional database 81 Other Misdemeanor and Felony Warrants entered into state/federal database 184 Stolen articles entered into state database Over 50,000 service calls processed for Midlothian PD Northern Ellis Emergency Dispatch (NEED) The Communications Division, otherwise known as services. The center provides communication and dispatch the Northern Ellis Emergency Dispatch is under services for all emergency the supervision of Mrs. service in the cities of Midlothian, Red Oak and Ovilla. Christine Thompson and is staffed by four shift supervisors and 10 communica- In 2015, staff answered 23,002 incoming 911 calls tions operators. Communications is public s link to and 84,314 administrative calls. The center is also police fire, EMS and other responsible for the maintenance of important justice department services. They are also the lifeline of personnel in the field. They information, such as wanted or missing persons files, strive to provide the best stolen property records and possible response to citizen protective orders. requests for information or 2014-2015 NEED Center Calls for Service Over 49,000 service calls processed for Red Oak PD Almost 19,000 service calls processed for Ovilla PD Over 3,300 service calls processed ofr Midlothian FD Over 2,600 service calls processed for Red Oak FD Over 700 service calls processed for Ovilla FD Important Numbers Emergency...911 Non-Emergency 972-775-3333 Red Oak PD.972-617-7632 Red Oak Fire...469-218-7713 Midlothian PD...972-775-3333 Midlothian Fire 972-775-7660 Ovilla PD/FD.72-617-7262 NEED Manager 972-775-7638
2015 Community Services Highlights New play area created at shelter Establishment of an animal services donation account Monthly adoption events at Wal-Mart Expanded partnership with volunteers and Ellis County SPCA to place at-risk animals Created citizen wish list to proactively place specific breed with interested families Established partnership with radio station to feature 2 shelter animals each with through public service announcements Community Services Division administrative clerk help to ensure quality and availability of services. The Animal Services branch is responsible for shelter management, investigation of animal bites and attacks, The Community Services management of loose animals, rabies control and Division is made up of Code Enforcement, Health animal adoptions and redemptions. Code Enforce- Services and Animal Services and is under the supervision of Mrs. Debbie nance violations, zoning ment responds to city ordi- Lubke. The division is violations, property staffed with two officers maintenance issues, neighborhood integrity issues that perform both code enforcement and animal and dangerous proeprty control functions. Two shelter attendants and one aging the city permitting conditions as well as man- of School Resource Officers garage sales, solicitors, temporary signs and billboards. Health Services is responsible for issuance and inspection of temporary food permits as well as monitoring of all food establishments within the city. They also manage the mosquito abatement program through weekly testing and monthly treatment of stagnant water sources. The Community Services Division is focused on voluntary compliance through education. The unit answered over 6928 calls for service in 2015, up from 6699 in 2014. Community Resources can be reached at 972-775-7614. Animal Services Call Summary, 2015 Animal Welfare.....216 Loose Animals....154 Animal Bites...58 Loose Livestock...22 Deceased removals..143 Traps..200 Animals Adopted..286 Animals Redeemed.248 Wildlife intake..50 Feline Intake 199 Canine Intake.532 Improved access to shelter by hiring full-time attendant Began construction of shelter expansion Decrease of stagnant water complaints by 32% 3915 Code Enforcement calls for service with only 17 citations issued The department and school district joined resources in 2006 to place officers in Midlothian schools. Since then, the program has grown and is currently staffed by a Sergeant and 3 officers who share responsibility for the district s campuses. 2015 saw the continued expansion of the Chile Lures Prevention program, Think first & Stay Safe. the program was taught to 1,353 students between the elementary campuses. School Resource Officer James Smith also received state grant funds to continue compliance checks to ensure that area businesses 3013 Animal Services calls for service with only 5 citations issued
Midlothian Police Department 1150 N US Hwy 67 Ste. #300 Midlothian, TX 76065 Police Non-Emergency...972-775-3333 Records...972-775-7629 Code Enforcement/ACO...972-775-7614 Investigations...972-775-7654 A Shift Patrol Commander...972-7757613 B Shift Patrol Commander...972-775-7615 Assistant Chief of Police...972-775-7617 Chief of Police...972-775-7618 Internal Affairs.....972-775-7641 Ellis county Crime Stoppers.. 972-937-PAYS Follow Us! Over 6858 likes on Facebook 2900 Twitter followers 3159 members on Nextdoor in a total of 46 participating neighborhoods GREAT VOLUNTEERS! The Midlothian Police Department actively supports the volunteer efforts of our community members, who often help to fill the gap between the police department and citizens. We offer opportunities through a department chaplaincy program, the Community Emergency Response Team, the Citizen Police Academy and Citizen Police Academy Alumni Corps. In 2015, chaplains responded to critical incidents and volunteers logged hundreds of hours of service. If you wish to become involved or learn more about our several volunteer opportunities, contact: Officer Billy Seals..972-775-7633 Citizen s Police Academy Alumni Corps