District 3 Community Advisory Board November 7 th, 2017
September Officer of the Month Officer Lewis & Officer Costin On September 11 th, Officer Costin and Lewis were conducted a follow up investigation around 2100 S Holly St. Both officers have made several arrests from 2190 S Holly St related to narcotics activity and were checking the area. Officer Costin and Lewis observed a suspicious vehicle in the area, that was occupied by the driver, Dezmond Crawford. A clearance of the plate revealed the vehicle had an attempt to locate from a Felony Menacing case where a handgun was used to threaten the victim. Officer Costin and Lewis maintained visual surveillance of the vehicle until it finally landed at 2190 S Holly St. Impact took a tactical position and initiated contact with the driver. During the encounter the driver refused to comply with Officers requests to identify himself and he was very agitated and irritable. Officers communicated while still maintaining their tactical advantage using cover. The driver finally complied and during the contact, Officers discovered he had a loaded Glock Model 30.45 ACP in his front right pocket. Officers recovered the firearm and learned that Mr. Crawford was in fact a convicted felon for Distribution of Marijuana. He was arrested and for possession of a weapon by a previous offender.
Smash & Grab Burglaries Commercial Smash & Grab burglaries started on 10/3/17 over 1 dozen businesses were targeted in Denver, Thornton, Englewood & Arvada District 3 Impact: Over 30 Businesses along 6 th Ave, Broadway Corridor & Hampden Corridor were targeted Several different groups working during the same timeframe. Ford Trucks, Minivans, Jeeps and SUV s were stolen and then used during the burglaries. Several arrests made, multiple juveniles involved, Metro wide effort to identify additional suspects
Denver Police Citizen s Academy The Denver Police Department hosts several Citizen s Academies annually. The CPA is designed to give an insight into how/what/why the Department operates. You must register in advance by submitting an application, and space is limited, so please apply early. Next Academy starts February 13,2018 Topics cover many aspects of policing, including: Police History/DPD History Officer Safety Police Communications Center Traffic Enforcement Shoot/No Shoot Scenarios Less Lethal Weapons Non Emergency Vehicle Operations And much more
October Homicides
Gutter Punk Crew 99 Count Grand Jury Indictment 19 People Involved Criminal Enterprise dates back to November 2015 Targeting cars, electronics & bicycles Theft of hundred of thousand of dollars in property Thousands of dollars in damage Neighborhoods impacted: Baker, Speer, Country Club & Cherry Creek
What is Pups on Patrol? There are over 75 Million dog owners across the nation. DPD s Pups on Patrol encourages dog owners to assist law enforcement as extra eyes and ears while walking their dogs Get trained Help us foster safer communities by learning to be more aware and how to effectively observe and report suspicious activity while walking you dog. Get Certified After training, you will receive a signed certificate from the Chief of Police and a scarf recognizing you dog as an honorary DPD K-9. District 3 will be implementing this new program soon. Look for future Pocketgov post to learn about upcoming training dates.
Traffic Initiatives Crash Report Techs (CRT s) Citywide initiative that began May 2017, Civilians trained to take noninjury accidents, freeing up patrol units D3 Neighborhood Enforcement Data Radar signs Shield 15
Vacation Watch Call District 3 Station to place your house on Vacation Watch so officers can keep an eye on your house during your absence. (720)913-1300
Denver District 3 2018 CAB Meeting Dates January 9 th February 6 th March 6 th April 3 rd May 1 st June 5 th July 10 th No August CAB September 11 th October 2 nd November 13 th December 4 th CAB Meeting are the 1 st Tuesday of Every Month 6:00 p.m. at District 3: 1625 S University Blvd Station Desk Number: (720)913-1300
District 3 Community Advisory Board Next Meeting: Date: December 5 th, 2017 6:00pm to 7:30pm Location: District 3, 1625 S University Blvd