Crestview Police Department July/August 2009 Newsletter

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Volume 1, Issue 5 July / August 2009

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Welcome to the Crestview Police Department's latest newsletter edition. We appreciate your interest, and encourage you to subscribe to our newsletter. This newsletter provides you with a variety of information on how our Department works, its outstanding personnel, and a number of community based programs. We hope that you'll find this information useful in getting to know us better.

A society free from crime, violence, and accidental injury remains an unachieved ideal. It is therefore the mission of the Crestview Police Department to seek and find ways to affirmatively promote, preserve and deliver a feeling of security, safety, and productive quality services for all citizens in our community. As an agency committed to community quality, all department members are trained to a high level and are dedicated to helping citizens and families improve the neighborhood environment as a means to a safer, more enjoyable community. Preventing crime is our first operational priority as we work from a community-based philosophy of policing. Working together we are most apt to make lasting improvements in our quality of life. I encourage citizens to offer suggestions on how we might provide better police services in the future. Community Policing is a philosophy and an organizational strategy that promotes a new partnership between people and their police. It is based on the premise that both police and the citizens must work together to identify, prioritize, and solve community concerns. We must be creative and innovative as we work with neighborhoods to reduce and prevent crime, disorder and fear. We will be relentless in our efforts to identify and arrest criminals, and we must also be actively involved in helping our citizens develop long-term solutions to their community problems. The Crestview Police Department continuously reviews the way we deploy our staffing resources in an effort to increase our ability to respond to community needs and maximize our resources. The department is continuously advancing the use of technology in order to provide the most up-to-date information to our staff to enable us to be efficient and effective. Technology, however, can never replace the value of you, the citizens, sharing information with your local law enforcement officers. We understand that building, cultivating and maintaining the community's trust is the key element in crime reduction in our County. We are committed to reducing crime in our neighborhoods by targeting all areas of crime and community concerns. Our ultimate goal at the Crestview Police Department is to improve the quality of life for all our citizens as well as others we serve. By maintaining close partnerships in our public and private sectors, we will attain this goal.

Inside this Issue

1 Message from Chief Mitchell

2 Some Facts about Child Safety Seats

3 Unsolved Homicide – Melissa L. Howard

3 Unit Focus - Communications

4 Motorcycle Safety

4 Local Links

5 New Safety Belt Law

5 Information Sought on Crestview Burglary

5 Summer Safety program

6 Child Identification

7 Share Information, Anonymously

7 Chaplain’s Corner

7 Okaloosa Traffic Fines

8 Sex Offenders in the City of Crestview

11 Police Department Activity

11 Mission Statement

12 North Okaloosa Career and Job Fair

12 Care packages for Our Troops

13 Upcoming Events for July and August

13 Officer of the Quarter

13 Welcome New Employees

14 Residential Burglary Prevention Information

15 WANTED by the Crestview Police Depart.

16 Missing Since 1997, Kristy Rogers

16 Comments and Suggestions

16 Department/City Contact Information

Chief’s Message Continued

Strong connections between our Department and the citizens we serve have always been very important to us. We encourage and enjoy interactions with the community through volunteer programs, Explorers Post Program, Neighborhood Watch and other community outreach programs. We encourage you to determine which program is best suited for your particular need and join us as we strive to make our community one of the safest in Florida.


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SeatsSeatsSeatsSeats Officer Brian Muhlbach Crestview Police Department Traffic Unit

“We’re only going around the corner…” “He can just sit on my lap…” “Just use the seat belt…” We’ve all heard these lines when it comes to child safety seats. The fact is child safety seats reduce the risk of death in passenger cars by 71% for infants, and by 54% for toddlers ages 1 to 4 years! It is so easy, when in a rush, to pull out of the driveway or parking space before ensuring that each child is completely buckled in. It can be so frustrating trying to get the belt to click over a heavy jacket in the winter, or to ensure that the chest clip is fastened when a squirmy child doesn’t want to sit still. And of course, there is nothing like the hysterical child sobbing to sit in a big kid’s booster seat rather than a car seat or in a regular seat rather than the booster. But, as parents we know that doing the right thing isn’t always (if ever) the easiest thing. We are fortunate to have state laws in place that require us to adhere to child safety in the car. And yet, even if that wasn’t the case, we have an obligation to protect our lives and those of our children. So please read the following statistics and facts carefully. Many of these you may have heard, some are less known, all are vital. Being more aware and educated could easily save your child’s life:

When cars crash, the speeds involved usually mean severe impacts, which tragically can cause death and injury to people inside and outside the car. Of the children ages 0 to 14 years who were killed in motor vehicle crashes in the United States during 2005, nearly half were unrestrained. While unpleasant and truly sad to acknowledge, these frightening statistics become a wake-up call to the parents driving with kids on a regular basis. Being aware of proper car seat rules is a critical key to keeping your family safe.

A higher price does not mean the seat is safer or easier to use. For starters, no one seat is the "best" or "safest." The best seat is the one that fits your child's size, is correctly installed, and is used properly every time you drive. Keep the following in mind:

• All child safety seats available for sale in the United States must meet certain government safety standards.

• When you find a seat you like, try it out. Put your child in it and adjust the harness and buckles. Make sure it fits properly and securely.

• Keep in mind that pictures or displays of car safety seats may not show them being used the right way.

• Always use a child safety seat. Start with your baby's first ride home from the hospital.

• Never place a child in a rear-facing car safety seat in the front seat of a vehicle that has a passenger air bag.

• All children younger than 13 years are safest in the back seat.

• Be a good role model – always wear your child form your seat belt. This will help a lifelong habit of buckling up.

• Remember that each child safety seat is different. Read and keep the instructions that came with your seat handy, and always follow them.

• Read your car owner's manual for information about installing your car safety seat.

• Ask for help. The Crestview Police Department has three nationally certified Child Safety Seat Technicians on staff, available to help you and educate you on proper child safety seat usage.

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CommunicationsCommunicationsCommunicationsCommunications

The Communications Center for the Police Department and Fire Department is staffed by 14 Communications Officers and one supervisor. The Center is the lifeline for both Police and Fire Personnel and citizens in need of assistance. The Center is manned 24 hours a day seven days a week. From January 1 to June 30, 2009 the Communications Center has received 2389 calls through the 9-1-1 system including calls for Police, Fire and Emergency Medical. All 9-1-1 calls originating in the City of Crestview are routed through our communications center.

The Center has also processed 33272 Police Calls for Service and 1430 Fire Incidents during the first six months of the year. Don’t forget to use the 9-1-1 system to report a fire, crime in progress, life threatening situation, when someone needs an ambulance or when someone has been or may be injured.

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Unsolved Homicide – Melissa

Lynn Howard Do you know who killed this woman? On January 6, 2006, Melissa Lynn Howard, a 35 year old mother of two children was killed in her Crestview, Florida home at 222 Tiffott Court. As of this date, Melissa’s killer has not been brought to justice for this crime.

If you have any information concerning the death of Melissa Lynn Howard you are urged to contact the Crestview Police Department Criminal Investigation Division and speak with Investigator Richard Trent or Lieutenant Jamie Grant. (850) 682-4157 or (850) 682-4608 [email protected] [email protected]


Motorcycle SafetyMotorcycle SafetyMotorcycle SafetyMotorcycle Safety when you're on the road... Wear the proper protection…

If you're ever in a serious motorcycle crash, the best hope you have for protecting your brain is a motorcycle helmet. Always wear a helmet meeting the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 218. Look for the DOT symbol on the outside back of the helmet. That is the manufacturer's way of certifying the helmet meets the DOT standard. A certified helmet also will have a permanent inside label identifying the manufacturer and providing information about the care and use of the helmet. Helmets meeting FMVSS 218 weigh around three pounds; have a thick polystyrene-foam lining; and sturdy chinstraps. ANSI or Snell labels are voluntary indicators of helmet quality. Don't leave your helmet behind on short trips because it could be a deadly mistake. Some motorcycle helmets, in addition to offering protection to your head in a crash, include plastic face shields that offer protection from wind, rain, insects, dust, and stones thrown up from cars. If your helmet doesn't have a face shield, be sure you wear goggles because eyeglasses won't keep your eyes from watering, and can easily fall off.

Arms and legs should be completely covered when riding a motorcycle, ideally by wearing leather or heavy denim. In addition to providing protection in a crash, protective gear also helps prevent dehydration. Boots or shoes should be high enough to cover your ankles, while gloves allow for a better grip and help protect your hands in the event of a crash. Wearing brightly colored clothing with reflective material will make you more visible to other vehicle drivers.

Ride responsibly…

Experienced riders know local traffic laws - and they don't take risks. Obey traffic lights, signs, speed limits, and lane markings; ride with the flow of traffic and leave plenty of room between your bike and other vehicles; and always check behind you and signal before you change lanes. Remember to ride defensively. The majority of multi-vehicle motorcycle crashes generally are caused when other drivers simply didn't see the motorcyclist. Proceed cautiously at intersections and yield to pedestrians and other vehicles as appropriate. You can increase your visibility by applying reflective materials to your motorcycle and by keeping your motorcycle's headlights on at all times, even using high beams during the day.

Motorcycle Safety “Continued”

Be alcohol and drug free…

Alcohol and drugs, including some prescribed medications, negatively affect your judgment, coordination, balance, throttle control, and ability to shift gears. These substances also impair your alertness and reduce your reaction time. Even when you're fully alert, it's impossible to predict what other vehicles or pedestrians are going to do. Therefore, make sure you are alcohol and drug free when you get on your motorcycle. Otherwise, you'll be heading for trouble.

Local Links

Below are links to local government sites

you may need.

City of Crestview

Crestview Police Department

Crestview Fire Department

Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office

Crestview Chamber of Commerce

Okaloosa County


New Safety Belt Law

Effective June 30, 2009, you don't have to be speeding or swerving to be pulled over by a law enforcement officer.

Drivers can now be stopped for failing to wear a seatbelt and fined $93 as part of the primary enforcement of Florida's safety belt requirements, according to a new law. Before June 30, failing to buckle up wasn't reason enough for an officer to pull a car over.

According to the National highway Traffic Safety Administration, 87 percent of drivers wear seatbelts in states with a primary seatbelt law. That's 14 percent higher than states with a secondary seatbelt law.

A 2008 NHTSA study reported states with primary enforcement laws ranked in the top five for safety belt usage. Florida ranked 35th in the nation.

The NHTSA estimates Florida can expect to save 124 lives each year with the new law and 1,700 people will be spared serious injuries. Estimates also show costs associated with accidents would be reduced by $408 million.

In 2007, statistics show that seatbelt use saved 857 lives and $3.8 billion in costs.

The federal government has provided financial incentives for states to pass primary seatbelt laws as part of the 2005 reauthorization of the Highway Bill known as the Safe, Accountable, Flexible and Efficient Transportation Act. Legislation had to be passed and signed into law by June 30, 2009 to qualify for the federal money.

Florida has met the deadline and should receive $35.5 million from the federal government.

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Crestview BurglaryCrestview BurglaryCrestview BurglaryCrestview Burglary Investigators with the Crestview Police Department are asking for information about a residential burglary that occurred mid-day on May 27 at 110 Arapaho Trail in the Indian Trails subdivision in Crestview. Unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and stole numerous electronics devices, such as televisions, video games, laptop computers and other household items. Anyone with information concerning this burglary is asked to contact the Crestview Police Department Criminal Investigations division at (850) 682-4608. You could be eligible for a cash reward.

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During the summer months children tend to be outdoors more, home alone more, and supervised less. Because we know children are at risk in the summer months, NCMEC has created a Summer Safety Program to address these potential risks. Participate online in the Summer Safety Program and receive a certificate of participation from NCMEC. It's easy. View the presentation, then follow the link at the end and take a quick survey. After completion of the survey, NCMEC will send you a certificate for your participation. View the Presentation (8MB) View the Presentation in HTML


Child IdentificationChild IdentificationChild IdentificationChild Identification We have all heard the phrase, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”. It has been used to describe healthy eating habits, weight loss habits, etc. Let’s take just a second and take a look at this phrase from the eyes of a parent. More like the eyes of a parent whose child is missing. If your child were missing today, have you taken the steps to help ensure their chance of return is greater? Along with the safety and prevention tips, parents have additional steps that may be taken to ensure the safe return of their child if such a tragedy does strike. Think about these simple steps: Photo identification:

Families should have current photographs of their children. These photographs should be a full face shot in color, and capture the way children really look and less than six months old. In addition, parents should have a written description of their children. The description should include: hair color, eye color, weight, height, date of birth and unique physical characteristics.

Fingerprints:

Fingerprints are used for identification and they should be taken by a trained professional. Fingerprints allow law enforcement a greater chance of identifying missing children after hair styles, clothing and physical characteristics have been changed. The Crestview Police department is armed with new technology to assist parents in keeping the needed records. Thanks to a generous donation by the 3rd Masonic District we now have digital child identification technology. These free digital child identifications kits include: photographs of the child, all ten fingerprints, a video of the child’s mannerism’s and a compact disc containing all the information. Placed in a safe place, this compact disc can be retrieved when a child is missing and a poster can be printed immediately. This poster has all the required information a police officer needs to identify a child.

Child Identification “Continued” What to Do if your child is missing:

If your child is missing from home, search the house checking closets, piles of laundry, in and under beds, inside large appliances, and inside vehicles, including trunks or wherever a child may crawl or hide.

If you still cannot find your child, immediately call your local law enforcement agency.

If your child disappears in a store, notify the store manager or security office. Then immediately call your local law-enforcement agency. Many stores have a Code Adam plan of action— if a child is missing in the store, employees immediately mobilize to look for the missing child.

When you call law enforcement, provide your child's name, date of birth, height, weight, and any other unique identifiers such as eyeglasses and braces. Tell them when you noticed that your child was missing and what clothing he or she was wearing. The Crestview Police Department has used this technology to complete over twelve hundred child identification kits since July 2008. Given the population of Crestview and the surrounding communities, this is just a small percentage of the children. There will be child identifications available at the following dates and times during July: Beef O’Brady’s July 21, 2009 5PM-8PM No Child Without Healthcare Fair July 25, 2009 10AM-2PM Beef O’Brady’s July 28, 2009 5PM-8PM


Chaplain’s CornerChaplain’s CornerChaplain’s CornerChaplain’s Corner "You should avoid getting into a wrestling match with a pig, because you are only going to get dirty, and the pig likes it." In other words, don't stoop to the low level of another who wants to think evil of you, or spread gossip about you, or attempt to malign your character. Getting into such a wrestling match, slinging dirt with another person does absolutely no good. It only lowers you to another's ignorance or lack of maturity. As a Christian, you can avoid such situations by remembering the teaching of Jesus, "Pray for those who persecute you." Sounds like a strange teaching, yes? But stop to think about it. If you are praying for those who attempt to persecute you, you are too busy lifting them up in prayer to retaliate. And you are keeping yourself from being dragged through the mud! "But I say to you that listen, Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who abuse you. If anyone strikes you on the cheek, offer the other also; and from anyone who takes away your coat do not withhold even your shirt." Luke 6:27-29 Sursum Corda, (Lift up your heart) Mark Broadhead Chaplain

Share Information, Anonymously

SPEEDING FINES IN OKALOOSA COUNTY On City, County or State

Roadway In Active School Zone or Construction Zone with

Workers Present 0-9 mph over limit 0-9 mph over limit

$108.00 $133.00 10-14 mph over limit 10-14 mph over limit

$183.00 283.00 15-19 mph over limit 15-19 mph over limit

233.00 383.00 20-29 mph over limit 20-29 mph over limit

258.00 433.00 30 mph or

more over limit 30 mph or

more over limit MANDATORY

COURT MANDATORY

COURT

OTHER FINES IN OKALOOSA COUNTY Seat belt violations $93.00 Handicap parking $163.00 Careless driving $143.00 Fail to stop at traffic signal $208.00 Fail to stop for school bus $183.00 No Insurance CRIMINAL

Anyone with a cell phone can now send an

anonymous tip to the Crestview Police

Department by texting the word “TIPCPD” plus your message to 847411.


Sex Offenders Residing in the City of CrestviewSex Offenders Residing in the City of CrestviewSex Offenders Residing in the City of CrestviewSex Offenders Residing in the City of Crestview

Gregory Banks

819 W Walnut Ave

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

James R. Barlow

233 W Bowers Ave

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Bobby M. Beene

494 BROCK AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Michael T. Benevides

122 LAKE ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Leonard E. Blackwell

375 W WALNUT AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Kelvin D. Brooks

503 W GRIFFITH AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

George C. Calkins

353 W James Lee Blvd CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Buddy D. Causey

596 BROCK AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539 Roy A. Chamniss

353 W James Lee Blvd

#158 CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Eric Clausell

505 S WILSON ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Alyx T. Coffin

472 N SPRING ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Charles W. Crites

882 E Chestnut Ave

Lot C CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

David Drake

807 VALLEY RD

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Kenneth T. Grant

100 TERRELL DR

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Heather L. Hebert

Absconded

Crestview, FL 32536

Nethanial Holman

225 TRISH DR

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Diana Johnston

694 LEE AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Marc J. Lowe

111 VILLACREST DR

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Ronald A. Lowitz

598 HENDERSON ST

CRESTVIEW, FL

Nicholas Mahan

544 N MAIN ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536


Teresa M. Mason

107 JACOB DR

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Darrell R. Mchenry

102 N BOOKER ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Eric J. Merriweather

301 ALFORD ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Christopher B. Mitchell

309 JOHN KING RD

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539 Dewayne Moore

395 S BOOKER ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

David J. Nelson

151 W NORTH AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Timothy R. Nelson

1249 S Ferdon Blvd Crestview, FL 32536

Amy A. Neubauer

5300 S Ferdon Blvd

Lot 20 CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Terry L. Robinson

375 W WALNUT AVE

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Tyrone Seals

104 LAKE ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Larry D. Thomas

1001 MARTIN LUTHER

KING JR AVE # F1 CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Clark A. Trivitt

1512 TEXAS PKWY

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

Steven D. Villa

904 MAPOLES ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536

David L. Whitehead

(PREDATOR)

360 BROCK AVE CRESTVIEW, FL 32539

Robert Williamson

104B Brentwood Ln Crestview, FL 32539

Todd K. Woods

997 WEBB ST

CRESTVIEW, FL 32536


Child Safety Seat Facts “Continued” Did you know?

...that unrestrained items in your vehicle could pose a fatal danger in a crash?

Car crashes kill more children each year then all c hildhood diseases combined. Any item that is not tied down in your car, be it a book, a tool box, a sippy cup, soda can, DVD player, CD case, tissue box, etc., poses a significant danger. When you are in a crash, everything inside your vehicle that is not restrained is going to move at the speed you were traveling before the crash until something causes it to stop. If that "something" is your head or another part of your body, it can do serious damage. The same goes for unrestrained passengers. An unrestrained passenger can be thrown into a restrained passenger and cause serious or fatal injuries.

...that if you are in an accident you should replace your car seat?

In a crash, a car seat withstands a great deal of force. If you are in an accident and your car is damaged in any way, your seat should be replaced. Why? There may be unseen damage or weakening in the seat. In another crash, the seat may fail causing your child harm. In many cases, your insurance policy will cover the cost of a new car seat if you are in volved in an accident.

If your seat was involved in a crash, it should be destroyed so that it is unusable. Cut the harness straps and use a sledgehammer or an axe to break the shell apart. This prevents someone from finding it and using it, unaware of the seat’s history.

...that car seats expire?

Car seats should be replaced every 6 years. Why? Car seats are mainly made of plastic. After being subjected to the elements over time, they will start to weaken. In a crash the seat may fail and leave your child in danger. The manufacture date is listed on all car seats, usually on the shell.

...that you should never purchase or use a secondhand seat with an unknown history?

While it may be very tempting to purchase a car seat at a garage sale or off the internet, it isn't a good idea. If the seat doesn't come from trusted family or friends, you cannot be assured of the seat's history. It could have been in an accident or otherwise mistreated.

In closing, this article is just a very brief overview of child seat safety, meant to stimulate and rekindle your awareness of how crucial this topic is. We encourage all parents to contact the Crestview Police Department for a child safety seat inspection by one of our nationally certified Child Safety Seat Technicians. For more information, call or e-mail one of the Technicians listed below: Officer Brian Muhlbach , (850) 682-2055, [email protected] Officer Sam Kimmons , (850) 682-2055, [email protected] Lt. Andrew Schneider , (850) 682-2055, [email protected] Remember, buckle up and drive safely!


Police Activity by the Numbers A comparison of police activity - January thru June 2008 and 2009.

2008

2009 Change

%

Change

Calls for Service 24261 33272 9011 37%

Arrests 565 557 -8 -1%

Juvenile Arrests 62 72 10 14%

Total Incidents 1590 1532 -58 -4%

Crime Related Incidents 1106 1050 -56 -5%

Firearm Involved 11 7 -4 -36%

DOMV Related 67 57 -10 -15%

Alcohol/Drug Related 137 109 -28 -20%

Citations 2061 2376 315 13%

Speeding Citations 856 886 30 3%

DUI Citations 40 26 -14 -35%

Criminal Citations 165 179 14 8%

Traffic Crashes 385 457 72 16%

Ferdon Blvd. Crashes 208 250 42 17%

REMEMBER:

CRIME PREVENTION IS EVERYONE’S BUSINESS

What do the

Numbers Mean? As you can see the department’s activity is increasing with a 37% increase in calls for service. Traffic citations are up 13%; however, traffic crashes continue to be up 16% for the period. The increase in traffic crashes can be attributed to the increased number of crashes on Ferdon Blvd. (17%). Most other areas of concern have been reduced with a reduction in incidents and crime related incidents. Domestic violence, alcohol, drug and firearm involvement have all been reduced compared to the same time period in 2008. DUI Citations are down while speeding and criminal citations are increasing.

Mission StatementMission StatementMission StatementMission Statement The Crestview Police Department, being a subsidiary of city government is ethically and legally responsible to protect and serve all communities alike without partiality or prejudice. With community service as our foundation, we will address problems and seek solutions with honesty and integrity. We shall maintain public respect by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics. Officers are taught from the onset of their careers that to serve Crestview is a privilege, not a right. They learn that their basic, fundamental duty is to serve the citizens of Crestview to the best of their ability. The citizen is the most important person in our department; not an interruption of our work, but the purpose of it. The goal of this department, as officers of the law, is that we may come together with the people in our communities to try and make an improvement in our environment through education and dedication of one and all. To fulfill our mission we will strive to attain the highest degree of ethical behavior and professional conduct at all times.


Care Packages for OurCare Packages for OurCare Packages for OurCare Packages for Our TroopsTroopsTroopsTroops The American Legion Post 75 Auxiliary is sending care packages to our troops stationed in Afgahistan, Irag and other deployments. They are taking up a collection to help fill these packages to boost troop morale and show our appreciation for their sacrifices for OUR freedom. If you can find it in your heart to help, there is a collection box at Post 75, American Legion in Crestview. Here is a suggestion list of items the troops really need: Toothaste Shampoo Conditioner Combs Brushes Snacks (sealed oreos, hostess snacks, dried fruit) Candy Magazines Personal letters & cards of thanks Deodorant Toothbrushes Baby wipes and more baby wipes Hot sauce Body wash Powdered drinks like Gatorade Pens Paper Silly string…. Used for clearing booby traps Stamps Envelopes International phone cards Decks of cards Hand held games More and More Snacks – Make them Smile!!! Please be creative, but please remember all items need to be non-perishable.!


Upcoming Events Upcoming Events Upcoming Events Upcoming Events –––– July and August 2009July and August 2009July and August 2009July and August 2009 JulyJulyJulyJuly July 7 @ 6PM Sioux Circle NHW July 15 10AM-2PM Career and Job Fair July 16 9AM – Noon Child ID – Antioch Elem.

July 21 5PM – 8PM

Child ID – Beef O Brady’s

July 22 9AM-Noon Bicycle Safety Class Antioch Elementary

July 25 10AM-2PM No Child Without Health Fair, Mt. Zion Church

July 28 5PM-8PM Child ID – Beef O Brady’s

AugustAugustAugustAugust Aug 2 – Aug 8 Stop on Red Week

Aug 3 @ 9AM Eddie Eagle Presentation Antioch Elementary

Aug 4 @ 6PM Sioux Circle NHW Aug 19 – Sept 7

Over the Limit, Under Arrest Enforcement Wave

Aug 22 1PM-9PM

Child ID – Crestview High School

Aug 24 1st Day of School 2009-2010 School Year

Officer of the QuarterOfficer of the QuarterOfficer of the QuarterOfficer of the Quarter On Thursday June 11th, 2009 Officer Timothy White was recognized by Mayor David Cadle as the Officer of the Quarter for the 2nd Quarter of 2009. Officer White was instrumental in obtaining information concerning a planned bank robbery in the City of Crestview. Officer White’s information led to the arrest of an individual who had planned bank robberies in Crestview and in Nebraska. His information also led to federal charges being filed against the alleged subject in these crimes. The Crestview Police Department recognizes Officer White’s hard work and dedication.

Welcome New EmployeesWelcome New EmployeesWelcome New EmployeesWelcome New Employees On Thursday June 11th, 2009 two new Police Officers took their oath of office from Mayor David Cadle. Officers Caraly Miranda and Todd Sears are our newest officers to join the force. We welcome these new officers to the Police Force.

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IIIInformationnformationnformationnformation Most burglars will spend no longer than 60 seconds trying to break into a home and most entries occur during daylight hours after parents have gone to work and students are in school. Good locks -- and good neighbors who watch out for each other – are the most effective deterrents to burglars. Please review the following burglary prevention information or call the Police Department at 682-2055 and have an officer visit your home. CHECK THE LOCKS Did you know that in almost half of all completed residential burglaries thieves entered through unlocked doors or crawled through unlocked windows? • Make sure every external door has a sturdy, well-installed dead bolt

lock. Key-in the-knob locks alone are not enough. • Sliding glass doors can offer easy access if they are not properly

secured. You can secure them by installing commercially available locks or putting a broomstick or dowel in the inside track to jam the door. To prevent the door being lifted off the track, drill a hole through the sliding door frame and the fixed frame. Then insert a pin in the hole.

• Lock double-hung windows with key locks or "pin" windows by drilling a small hole into a 44° angle between the inner and o uter frames, and then insert a nail that can be removed. Secure basement windows with grilles or grates.

• Instead of hiding keys around the outside of your home, give an extra key to a neighbor you trust.

• When you move into a new house or apartment, rekey the locks. CHECK THE DOORS • A lock on a flimsy door is about as effective as locking your car door

but leaving the window down. • All outside doors should be metal or solid wood. • If your doors don't fit tightly in their frames, install weather stripping

around them. • Install a peephole or wide-angle viewer in all entry doors so you can

see who is outside without opening the door. Door chains break easily and don't keep out intruders.

CHECK THE OUTSIDE Look at your house from the outside. Make sure you know the following tips: • Thieves hate bright lights. Install outside lights and keep them on at

night. • Keep your yard clean. Prune back shrubbery so it doesn't hide doors or

windows. • Cut back tree limbs that a thief could use to climb to an upper-level

window. • Clearly display your house number so police and other emergency

vehicles can find your home quickly. • If you travel, create the illusion that you're at home by getting some

timers that will turn lights on and off in different areas of your house throughout the evening. Lights burning 24 hours a day signal an empty house.

• Leave shades, blinds, and curtains in normal positions. And don't let your mail pile up! Call the post office to stop delivery or have a neighbor pick it up.

Did you Know?Did you Know?Did you Know?Did you Know? The Crestview Police Department newsletter is internet interactive. Many of the articles presented in this newsletter have hyperlinks which take you to websites containing additional information. Don’t forget to click on the hyperlinks as you read our newsletter.


Tevin Bembo

Wanted for Larceny B/M DOB: 12/21/90

18 YOA

Devaughn Blackwell

Wanted for Battery B/M DOB: 03/22/1968

41 YOA

Emanuel Pride Wanted for Battery

(DOMV) B/M DOB: 07/11/1969

39 YOA

Robert Denham Wanted for Injunction

Violation W/M DOB: 12/12/1968

40 YOA

The Crestview Police Department has active warrants on the above pictured individuals as of the time of submission. If you have any information concerning the whereabouts of

these individuals please contact the Crestview Police Department at (850) 682-2055.

Christopher Quillen

Wanted for Battery (DOMV)

W/M DOB: 09/08/1976 32 YOA

Loineisha Sparrow

Wanted for Battery B/F DOB: 02/14/86

23 YOA


For Your Information:For Your Information:For Your Information:For Your Information:

The Crestview Police Department Records Section (police reports) is open Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

(850) 682-3603

CRESTVIEW

POLICE DEPARTMENT 321 Woodruff Avenue, West

Crestview, FL 32536

Brian P. Mitchell Chief of Police

Kenneth E. Bundrick Major, Administration

Joseph Floyd

Major, Operations

Important Phone Numbers: Crestview Police Department Emergency 911 Non-Emergency 850-682-2055 Administration 850-682-3544 Criminal Investigations 850-682-4157 City of Crestview Mayor David Cadle 850-682-3812 Office of the City Clerk 850-682-1091 Administrative Services 850-689-1619 Public Services 850-682-6132 Fire Department 850-682-6121 Code Enforcement 850-683-0896 Recreation Office 850-682-4715 Crestview Public Library 850-682-4432 Other Services Housing Authority 850-682-2413 County Health Dept. 850-689-7855 County Courthouse 850-689-5000

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MISSING SINCE 1997

KRISTY JEAN ROGERS

DOB: Aug 23, 1980 Age Now: 28 Kristy Rogers disappeared on August 2, 1997 while walking to her home during the early morning hours. Photograph #2 is an age progression photograph to 24 yoa. Kristy is a W/F with brown hair and blue eyes. She had a pierced navel and a lazy right eye. If you have any information concerning the disappearance of Kristy Jean Rogers please contact the Crestview Police Department, Lt. Pitts at (850) 682-3544.

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Crestview Police Department July/August 2009 Newsletter