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2016 Annual ReportAlexandria Police Department

Dear Alexandria,

On behalf of the women and men of the Alexandria Police Department, I present the 2016 Annual Report. I am pleased to announce that total Part I crime decreased 4% in calendar year 2016 versus 2015, except in homicides and auto thefts. Alexandria continues to experience historic crime lows.

The decreasing crime rate reflects well on our community and the hard work of the employees of the Alexandria Police Department and our partners. While the report contains the statistical information shared with the FBI, it also includes highlights from each bureau with the Alexandria Police Department.

Three additional homicides occurred in Alexandria in 2016 than in 2015 (from four to seven), and six of the seven homicide cases have been closed. This is a challenge for our officers, as a loss of life is the most serious offense that the Alexandria Police Department investigates.

I promise that we will continue community outreach in 2017. The Alexandria Police Department realizes that in order to remain a safe city, we must establish strong relationships in the community. By working together and strengthening our community partnerships, we can keep Alexandria a safe city for all those who live, work and visit here.

Michael BrownCHIEF OF POLICECONTENTS

Chief’s Message

Organizational Chart

Year in Review

Map of the City

Patrol

Operations

Administration

Investigations

Public Information

Data

Index

In Memoriam

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MAYOR AND CITY COUNCILMayorAllison Silberberg

City Council

Vice MayorJustin Wilson

COMMAND STAFF

Shahram Fard Patrol OperationsDianne Gittins Administrative ServicesDavid Huchler InvestigationsChris Wemple III Operations Support

Chief of PoliceEarl Cook (retired October 2016)

David Huchler (Acting Chief from October 2016-January 2017)

Michael Brown (began January 2017)

Deputy Chiefs

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Sincerely, Chief Michael Brown

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Willie F. Bailey Sr. Redella S. “Del” Pepper John T. Chapman Paul C. SmedbergTimothy B. Lovain

COPS

PatrolTraining

CourtLiasion

Special Victims

Property

Financial Crimes,

Computer Forensics, Domestic

Crash Reconstruction

January February March April

May June July August

September October November December

APD made arrests in two homicide cases from 2016. Arrests were made in the homicide of Jose Luis Ferman Perez, which occurred on November 9, 2015, and the December 4, 2015, homicide of Eduardo David Chandias Almendaraz. The incidents were not connected, though both homicide cases involved suspects who were gang members.

Chris Wemple III and Shahram Fard were both promoted from the rank of Captain to Deputy Chief of Police on February 4, 2016. Deputy Chief Wemple joined APD in 1991. He worked in all four bureaus throughout his career. Deputy Chief Fard joined APD in 1995. He was the Patrol Sector 3 Division Commander and the Criminal Investigations Division Commander.

Officer Tarek Helmy was named “CIT Officer of the Year” for his assistance to a disruptive and disorderly woman. Officer Frank Powers was honored for the “CIT Intervention of the Year” for diverting the case of a former U.S. Marine, suffering from PTSD and suspected of property destruction, away from the criminal justice system and into appropriate treatment.

Alexandria Police charged a suspect in connection with the homicide of Melaku Abraha, who died on April 1, 2016, from injuries sustained during a robbery that occurred in the 200 block of South Alfred Street in March 2016. George McGee, II, 22, of Capital Heights, MD, was charged with Murder and Robbery on April 12, 2016.

APD honors and remembers fallen law enforcement officers during Police Week each year. Officers attend the Annual Blue Mass in Washington, D.C. and the department holds wreath layings at the Alexandria Fallen Officer Memorial and Waterfront Park. A memorial service is also held at a local church for officers and the

APD held three community walks around Alexandria during June 2016. Chief Cook, command staff, and officers walked through Andrew Adkins, Arlandria and Del Ray on separate evenings to meet with residents and address any concerns they had.

Alexandria Police charged a suspect with the homicide of Saquan Hall, who died from injuries sustained during a shooting that occurred in the 1000 block of First Street on Saturday, July 2, 2016. Dijuan Clark, 30, was apprehended on July 21, 2016, in another state for the murder in Alexandria.

On August 2, 2016, the Alexandria Police Department partnered with City officials to celebrate the 33rd Annual National Night Out. The celebration is part of a nationwide crime and drug prevention effort sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). More than 30 neighborhoods/sites across Alexandria participated.

On September 17, 2016, APD participated in the annual Dulles Plane Pull, which benefited Special Olympics. A record number of teams registered and raised an estimated total of $325K. The APD team raised $4,398.17 and were the fifth highest fundraising team! The APD Team completed our plane pull in 6.393 seconds.

On October 21, 2016, the COPS (Community Oriented Policing Section) Unit and Alexandria Police Foundation hosted the first Annual Scary Haunted Cemetery at Charles Houston Recreation Center. It was a great opportunity for area children and teens to participate in a fun seasonal activity with their local officers.

APD hosted its first “Friendsgiving” on November 22, 2016. This event brought together local faith leaders, community leaders, residents, and property management. A big thanks to the Alexandria Police Foundation, Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities, and My Father’s House congregation for making it all come together.

APD Captain Shirl Mammarella graduated from the FBI Nation Academy, one of 225 graduates in the academy’s 266th Session. The National Academy Program is held at the FBI Academy in Quantico, Va, and consists of 10 weeks of coursework in intelligence theory, terrorism, law, behavioral science, law enforcement communication and forensic science.

2016 Year in Review

OPERATIONS SUPPORT BUREAU

Chris Wemple III

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT BUREAU

Dianne Gittins

CHIEF OF POLICEMichael Brown

FISCAL/FLEET MANAGEMENT

Brenda D’Sylva

PATROL OPERATIONS BUREAU

Shahram Fard

CRISISINTERVENTION

TEAM (CIT)

SECTOR 1

SECTOR 2

SECTOR 3

SPECIAL SERVICES

SPECIALOPERATIONS

INTERNAL INVESTIGATIONS

PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICE (PIO)

VOLUNTEERS

CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS

TECHNOLOGY, DATA, & ANALYSIS

SUPPORTSERVICES

PERSONNEL & TRAINING

TRAFFIC, PARKING,

SPECIAL EVENTS

FACILITIES & SECURITY

MANAGEMENT

PatrolSupport

CityCouncilLiaison

TacticalTraining

INVESTIGATIONSBUREAU

David Huchler

Facilities Maintenance

Vice / Narcotics

Crime Scene Investigations

Property Crimes

Crimes Against Persons

SOT/HNT/CDU*

Logistics Support

DefensiveTactics

Intelligence/HomelandSecurity

CrimePrevention

K-9

SchoolResourceOfficers

HonorGuard

Hack Inspection

Special Events

School Crossing Guards

Parking/TagEnforcement

Motors

Facilities Security &

Capital Projects

Property & Evidence

Planning, Accreditation,

Directives

Personnel & Recruitment

Training & Certification

Tactical Computers

Information Services

Crime Analysis

System Operations

Technical Support

Violent Crimes

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* SOT: Special Operations Team; HNT: Hostage Negotiations Team; CDU: Civil Disturbance Unit

SECTOR 3

SECTOR 2

SECTOR 1

POLICE SECTORS

Sector

Captain Len Fouch

Sector

Captain Len Fouch

Sector

Captain Shannon Soriano

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QUICK FACTS

Founded

1749

Type of Government

Council/Manager

Population Estimate (2016)

155,810 (US Census)

Housing Units (2015)

76,512 (US Census)

Area of City

15.5 sq. miles

Size in Virginia

7th Largest

POLICE PERSONNEL

Total Positions

421

Sworn

307

Civilians

114

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Note: Within each sector there are several numbers listed. These numbers correspond to different “police beats”. In police terminology, a “beat” is the territory that a police officer patrols.

Patrol Operations Bureau

The Patrol Operations Bureau provides a range

of services, from preliminary investigations

of major crimes, to problem solving complex

quality of life issues. Officers are assigned to

one of three patrol sectors. While on patrol,

officers are focused on providing outstanding

public service, with an emphasis on proactive

responses to neighborhood crime and public

order issues. Here are some 2016 highlights:

United States Attorney General Loretta E. Lynch (2015-2017) announced the

recipients of the inaugural Attorney General’s Awards for Distinguished Services

in Community Policing. Alexandria Police Officer Bennie Evans was one of 12

law enforcement officers from nine jurisdictions across the country honored at

the ceremony. Officer Evans was selected for the way he embraces community

policing during field operations and through voluntary participation in projects

for the police department and local nonprofit organizations. He also serves

as the department’s homeless outreach liaison. He works to help residents in

need and has helped build trust in the communities he serves. Officer Evans

has successfully de-escalated numerous violent and attempt suicide calls for

service.

The Alexandria Police Department, in partnership with the Alexandria Sheriff’s

Office, Alexandria Fire Department and the Department of Recreation, Parks and

Cultural Activities, is committed to engaging our community through a variety

of ways. In 2016, officers were involved in numerous charitable endeavors

including providing book bags and haircuts before the school year, holiday

meal giveaways at Thanksgiving, and a toy delivery at Christmas. Officers also

brought activities and events into neighborhoods with several community walks,

the APD ice cream cart, and our first spring egg hunt.

DEPUTY CHIEF SHAHRAM FARD

Quick Facts

Number of Employees165

Number of Arrests4,902

Calls For Service68,610

DUI Arrests296

Civic Association Liaisons102

Community Events in 2016143

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Operations Support BureauDEPUTY CHIEF CHRIS WEMPLE III

Quick Facts


Honor Guard Members16

K9 Total Drug Searches25

K9 Tracking a Suspect91

Number of Motor Escorts47

Parking Tickets Issued68,062

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The Operations Support Bureau supports APD through

specially trained units such as canine, motors, school

resource officers, parking enforcement, school crossing

guards, Special Operations Team (SWAT), hostage

negotiators, crash reconstruction and hack inspection.

It is responsible for the Incident Command System

(ICS) and is National Incident Management System

(NIMS) compliant. Here are some 2016 highlights:

In 2016, K9’s Chance, Gage, XigXag, Trajan, Zara, Stryker and Czekaj received ballistic

and stab-protective vests thanks to charitable donations from the nonprofit organization

Vested Interest in K9s, Inc. This charity provides protective vests and other assistance

to dogs in law enforcement and related agencies. The program is open to dogs actively

employed in the U.S. with law enforcement or related agencies who are certified and at

least 20 months of age.

APD took delivery of a new Mobile Command Center in 2016. The mobile command

center was built by Farber Specialty Vehicles. The project took approximately 1.5 years

from design to delivery. The bus provides an office in the field when responding to

events, providing—computers, telephones, and protection from the environment. The

mobile command center has already been used for several special events, assistance to

the Fire Department, and mutual aid to the Fairfax County Police Department.

Administrative Support Bureau

The Administrative Services Bureau is responsible for personnel recruitment and training, facilities, policy and accreditation, and technology, data and analysis. This includes the Records Management Systems (RMS), tactical computers, crime analysis, security management and maintenance. This Bureau also oversees the Information Services Section, which provides criminal history records, warrants, and accident reports. Here are some 2016 highlights:

On June 15, 2016, APD was re-accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) for the “Gold Standard Assessment.”

APD was found to be in compliance with all applicable 480 standards in the areas of policy and procedure, administration, operations and support services. The decision to re-accredit was granted by CALEA’s 21-member Commission Board at a public hearing following a review of the presented documentation. The Department was successfully re-accredited for the ninth time since 1986. The Department will maintain an accredited status until it is required to undergo the process again in April 2020.

In 2016, staff within the Administrative Services Bureau (ASB) continued preparations for the transition to a new Records Management System (RMS) and a new electronic Field Based Reporting (FBR) system. These technologies allow staff to capture information through the completion of police incident reports, crash reports, citations, and more. These systems ensure data is timely, accurate, secure, and readily accessible. The new RMS/FBR replaces a 15+ year old system with newer technology, better system infrastructure, and increased reliability. It also allows APD to easily share appropriate information with our law enforcement partners and the community.

DEPUTY CHIEF DIANNE GITTINS

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Quick Facts


Civilian Employees Hired19

New Police Recruits Hired38

Items of Property Logged6,664

Police Test Sessions18

Employees Promoted11

Quick Facts


Percentage of Cases Closed by arrest/

exceptional/terminated 63%

Narcotics Arrests530

Graduates from the Citizen Police Academy

40

Volunteer Hours5,484

Public Fingerprinting1,940

Investigations Bureau

The Investigations Bureau is

divided into sections. Each section

has investigative and evidence

collection responsibilities. They

include the Crimes Against

Persons Section, Property Crimes

Section, Vice/Narcotics Section,

Crime Scene Investigations

Section, Public Information and

Media Relations, and Internal Investigations Section.

Here are some 2016 highlights:

APD purchased a Full Spectrum Imaging System (FSIS) in 2016.

It is the most advanced image capturing system currently

available. The FSIS will digitally capture a high-resolution image

in all spectrums and display it in real time. Although the key

feature is viewing and capturing untreated latent prints; FSIS is

also able to view and capture altered documents, urine, semen,

saliva, blood, primer residue, footwear, untreated latent prints,

fumed prints, dye-stained prints, and more.

Alexandria Police made an arrest in a series of bank robberies

that occurred in Alexandria during April 2016. Budder Khan,

26, of Arlington, was arrested on May 12, 2016, for two counts

of Robbery. Detectives investigated the case and through

collaboration with the FBI and Arlington County Police were

able to identify and apprehend the suspect. Khan was charged

with the robbery of SunTrust Bank (April 18) and Wells Fargo

Bank (April 28).

DEPUTY CHIEF DAVID HUCHLER

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Public Information Office

The Alexandria Police Department Public Information Office operates on the understanding that social and traditional media are important and valuable resources for keeping the Alexandria community informed of serious crimes, safety issues and department events. Public Information Officers (PIOs) respond to serious crime and critical crash scenes, and to police scenes where the media is present. PIOs also have daily contact with the public, answering questions and providing information, through Department social media accounts.

Staying Connected and Informed

instagram.com/alexandriavapdfacebook.com/AlexandriaVAPD

Public Outreach

+82%

FacebookLikes: 5,313 - 9,668

Posts: 1,179

Post Engagements: 141,880

twitter.com/AlexandriaVAPD

+111%

TwitterFollowers: 18,800 - 39,728

Tweets Posted: 4,245

Total Engagements: 383,130

+34%

InstagramFollowers: 807 - 1,080

Pictures Posted: 217

Videos Posted: 28

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 8 Jun 2016Replying to @ellearebyy

We try! If we can calm people down, inform of something, or correct inaccuracies, that's the whole point. Thanks for noticing.

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 3hAPD transitioned to a new RMS systemthe Community Crime Map is now displaying uptodate information & incidents. communitycrimemap.com

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 1dAPD Sgt Ruggiero gets artistic at the La Bella Strada chalk art event in @visitdelrayVA. He is also honoring #PoliceWeek with his art!



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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 28 Apr 2016UPDATE: Residents in area of E Reed may hear loud noises, those are being produced by APD Special Operations Team.

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 3hFlags at APD headquarters being flown at halfstaff for National Peace Officers Memorial Day. #PoliceWeek #NeverForget – at Alexandria Police Headquarters

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Is he the officer who took your larceny report for the VT stuff? (See, we pay attention )

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Rebecca Frank @frankrebecca · 12 Dec 2016One gem of 2016 has been the twitter account of my local PD.

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 3hUPDATE: Incident in the 200 blk of Bluestone Rd is a confirmed shooting. 3 adult victims (2 female & 1 male) transported to hospital.

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 4hAPD investigating felonious assault 200 blk Bluestone Rd. Several victims reported injured. Expect police activity. Updates to follow.

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5/17/2017 Anthony White on Twitter: "Not many cities where I feel as safe as I did here. Kudos to @AlexandriaVAPD! https://t.co/k4sglB2264"

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Rebel Rebel @FemmeDuMidi · 27 Oct 2016Who writes the tweets for @AlexandriaVAPD ? Highly entertaining and I've never felt so safe.

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Alexandria Police @AlexandriaVAPD · 17 Dec 2016...and APD #OfficerSanta is off!! Our first stop is at West and Princess Streets.

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Lindsay @09Lindsay09 · 17 Dec 2016as always, thank you for helping to provide my students with a cheerful holiday.

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Alexandria Crime RateNumber of Incidents2015 2016

3,237 3,108

Arrests 4,902

Incident & Crash Reports 14,217

Parking Tickets 68,062

Traffic Stops Conducted 15,688

6:48

Time from when a 911 dispatcher picks up the phone until the first officer arrives on scene for a priority “2” call. An example of a priority “2” call would be a car accident without injury.

Average response time in minutes to priority “2” calls

3:46

Average response time in minutes to priority “1” calls

Time from when a 911 dispatcher picks up the phone until the first officer arrives on scene.

The amount of priority “1” (emergency) calls that APD officers respond to in 2016.

Number of priority “1” calls APD responds to

2,741

Alexandria Police DataPerformance Metrics

2016 Data

Alexandria Police DataPart I Crime 2016

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) divides offenses into two categories, Part I

and Part II crimes. Below are metrics for Part I crimes, which are crimes more serious in

nature. Crimes against people are highlighted in orange. Property crimes are highlighted

in light blue.

During 2016, six of the seven homicide cases were closed.

-37%

RapeNumber of Incidents2015 201619 12

-8%

RobberyNumber of Incidents2015 2016139 128

-17%

Aggravated AssaultNumber of Incidents2015 2016148 123

-22%

BurglaryNumber of Incidents2015 2016230 179

-2%

LarcenyNumber of Incidents2015 2016

2,443 2,391

+75%

HomicidesNumber of Incidents2015 2016

4 7+6%

Auto TheftNumber of Incidents2015 2016254 268

“The decreasing crime rate reflects well on our community and the hard work of the

employees of the Alexandria Police Department and our partners,” said Chief of Police

Michael Brown. “By working together and strengthening our community partnerships,

we can keep Alexandria a safe city for all those who live, work and visit here.”

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Crime Type 2015 2016 Change % Change Homicide 4 7 3 75.0% Rape 19 12 -7 -36.8% Robbery 139 128 -11 -7.9% Aggravated Assault 148 123 -25 -16.9% Burglary 230 179 -51 -22.2% Larceny 2,443 2,391 -52 -2.1% Auto Theft 254 268 14 5.5% Total 3,237 3,108 -129 -4.0%

As in previous years, Alexandria continues to experience historic crime lows. These

remain some of the lowest Part I crimes the City has experienced since the 1960’s.

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) divides offenses into two categories, Part I and Part II

crimes. Part I crimes are considered more serious in nature because they include crimes against

people. Statistics from 2016 show some of the lowest Part I crimes the City has experienced since

the 1960’s. All but two categories of Part I crime dropped in 2016

Officers in Alexandria continue to remain active and vigilant despite an overall decrease in incidents.

Calls for service, which includes traffic stops made by officers, dropped by two percent from 70,255

in 2015 to 68,610 in 2016. A total of 4,902 arrests were made in 2016.

INDEX: StatisticsPART I CRIME DOWN 4% IN 2016 VERSUS 2015

Part I Comparison

Nuisance Crime

ArrestsAdult Juvenile Total

Arrests 2015 2016 Change 2015 2016 Change 2015 2016 Change Homicide, Intentional 1 10 900.0% 0 2 N/C 1 12 1100.0% Sex Offense Rape Forcible 8 8 0.0% 2 3 50.0% 10 11 10.0% Robbery 39 41 5.1% 3 26 766.7% 42 67 59.5% Aggravated Assault 71 57 -19.7% 9 6 -33.3% 80 63 -21.3% Burglary 36 50 38.9% 0 13 N/C 36 63 75.0% Larceny (Theft) 287 232 -19.2% 77 46 -40.3% 364 278 -23.6% Grand Larceny Auto 17 13 -23.5% 3 5 66.7% 20 18 -10.0% Other Assault 398 412 3.5% 73 53 -27.4% 471 465 -1.3% Abduction/ Kidnapping 17 22 29.4% 1 0 -100.0% 18 22 22.2% Arson 0 1 N/C 0 0 N/C 0 1 N/C Forgery & Counterfeit 16 20 25.0% 0 1 N/C 16 21 31.3% Fraud 93 100 7.5% 5 4 -20.0% 98 104 6.1% Embezzlement 42 16 -61.9% 0 2 N/C 42 18 -57.1% Stolen Property 8 4 -50.0% 2 5 150.0% 10 9 -10.0% Vandalism 60 82 36.7% 8 11 37.5% 68 93 36.8% Weapons 32 30 -6.3% 6 8 33.3% 38 38 0.0% Prostitution 16 10 -37.5% 0 0 N/C 16 10 -37.5% Pornography/ Obscene Material 3 1 -66.7% 1 0 -100.0% 4 1 -75.0% Sex Offense Other 26 18 -30.8% 0 3 N/C 26 21 -19.2% Drug Abuse Violation 554 485 -12.5% 35 44 25.7% 589 529 -10.2% Gambling 3 1 -66.7% 0 0 N/C 3 1 -66.7% Driving while Impaired 298 293 -1.7% 0 0 N/C 298 293 -1.7% Liquor Laws 411 317 -22.9% 26 25 -3.8% 437 342 -21.7% Drunkenness 328 337 2.7% 3 7 133.3% 331 344 3.9% Disorderly Conduct 95 78 -17.9% 20 10 -50.0% 115 88 -23.5% All Other Offenses 1,738 1,610 -7.4% 380 380 0.0% 2,118 1,990 -6.0% Total 4,597 4,248 -7.6% 654 654 0.0% 5,251 4,902 -6.6%

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Crime Type 2015 2016 Change % Change Destruction/Vandalism 1,054 1,056 2 0.2% Prostitution 13 8 -5 -38.5% Drug/Narcotic Offenses 693 683 -10 -1.4% Gambling 1 1 0 0.0% Disorderly Conduct 125 103 -22 -17.6% Driving Under the Influence 299 296 -3 -1.0% Drunkenness 327 355 28 8.6% Liquor Law Violations 355 283 -72 -20.3% Total 2,867 2,785 -82 -2.9%

INDEX: StatisticsPART I CRIME DOWN 4% IN 2016 VERSUS 2015

Calls for Service Dispatched Call 2015 2016 % Change Abandoned Auto 185 204 10.3% Accident 5,227 5,225 -0.0% Alarm 4,153 3,991 -3.9% Ambulance/Fire 1,299 1,098 -15.5% Animal Case 2,568 761 -70.4% Assault 527 450 -14.6% Auto Theft 441 490 11.1% Auto Theft Recovery 81 79 -2.5% Bomb Threat 8 3 -62.5% Burglary 513 403 -21.4% Citizen Assist 1,732 1,793 3.5% Disorderly 4,207 4,309 2.4% Domestic Trouble 2,301 2,280 -0.9% Drugs 750 926 23.5% Drunk 568 671 18.1% E911 Hang-up Calls 1,101 1,025 -6.9% Escort 20 13 -35.0% Fight 398 400 0.5% Homicide 2 1 -50.0% Larceny 2,783 2,740 -1.5% Locked in Auto 83 77 -7.2%

*Trouble unknown includes incidents where the officer was flagged down

Dispatched Call 2015 2016 % Change Loud Party / Radio 137 103 -24.8% Missing Person 322 317 -1.6% Noise Complaint 2,189 2,048 -6.4% Other 5,716 5,665 -0.9% Parking 4,765 5,034 5.6% Phone Calls 349 308 -11.7% Property Lost / Found 895 1,056 18.0% Prowler 10 6 -40.0% Public Service 494 627 26.9% Robbery 137 136 -0.7% Sex Offense 177 180 1.7% Subject Stops 2,371 2,176 -8.2% Suspicious Event 3,051 2,895 -5.1% Traffic Hazard 572 543 -5.1% Traffic Problem 355 344 -3.1% Traffic Stops 15,539 15,688 1.0% Trespass 406 432 6.4% Trouble Unknown* 2,615 2,861 9.4% Vandalism 908 922 1.5% Weapon 300 330 10.0% Totals 70,255 68,610 -2.3%

Calls for Service Continued

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In Memoriam

Officer Walker W. CampbellEnd of Watch:

February 16, 1919

Officer George W. CrumpEnd of Watch:

December 28, 1893

Sergeant Elton B. HummerEnd of Watch:

August 18, 1928

Officer Julian F. ArnoldEnd of Watch:May 15, 1887

Watchman Gerrard ArnoldEnd of Watch:

August 30, 1827

Constable Elijah ChenaultEnd of Watch:August 4, 1823

Private Bobby G. PadgettEnd of Watch:

February 4, 1959

Private Robert B. HarrisEnd of Watch:

September 11, 1948

Corporal Clarence J. McClaryEnd of Watch:March 17, 1935

Private August Perault PierceEnd of Watch:

September 7, 1930

Private Whitfield LipscombeEnd of Watch:

September 4, 1930

Sergeant Charles R. McClaryEnd of Watch:June 20, 1929

Deputy Inspector James BaberEnd of Watch:

October 19, 1962

Private Eugene YoakumEnd of Watch:

September 27, 1964

Detective Conrad L. BirneyEnd of Watch:

December 27, 1972

Corporal Charles W. HillEnd of Watch:

March 22, 1989

Officer Andrew ChelchowskiEnd of Watch:July 29, 1993

Sergeant Morton M. FordEnd of Watch:June 18, 2011

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“On my honor,

I will never betray my badge,

my integrity, my character,

or the public trust.

I will always have the courage

to hold myself and others

accountable for our actions.

I will always uphold the

Constitution,

the community,

and the agency I serve,

so help me God.”

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