R I C H M O N D P O L I C E D E P A R T M E N T T H I R D P O L I C E P R E C I N C T 3 0 1 S. M E A D O W S T R E E T Newsletter Date: August - September 2015 Third Precinct - Sector 312 August and September continued to be tough months for Sector 312. While violent crime has decreased significantly from last year, property crime, though slowing, is still an issue. Lieutenant Greeting 1 312 Crime Statistics Robbery Arrest 2 3 Wanted Posters 312 Neighborhood Map Our Neighborhoods Beaufont Cedarhurst Chippenham Forest Forest Hill Forest Hill Terrace Forest View Gravel Hill Hioaks Jahnke Midlothian Northrop Oxford Westlake Hills Westover Westover Hills Westover Hills West Westover South & Woods Woodland Heights 4 In August and September there continue to be Thefts from Motor Vehicles and Motor Vehicle Thefts in the neighborhoods along the river.. The majority of vehicles were unlocked and items were left in the open. Things we can all do to prevent thefts: * Lock your car doors * Never leave valuables in your vehicle * Do not leave change in the open * Report anything suspicious to the police. Police Officers are deployed by Crime Statistics and Calls for Service. In addition to making your property a difficult target the most effective deterrent to these crimes is an active community. IF YOU SEE ANY SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR CALL 911. If an incident, or suspicious person, or behavior is happening now, or has just happened call 911. The non-emergency number (646-5100) is for reporting purposes and elicits a significantly delayed response.. Emergency = 911 Non-Emergency = 646-5100 (Please place in your mobile phone.) Please know that I am always available to address your police related issues, hear your concerns or meet with you in person. Please do not hesitate to contact me. The officers of Sector 312 and I are dedicated to reducing crime and positively impacting the environment in which you live and work. Thank you for your continued support! Lieutenant John A. Garcia John.garcia@richmondgov.com 646-1944
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SUPSECT IN CAR BREAKINS RIVER- SIDE DRIVE AND WOODLAND HEIGHTS Jemontrei Robinson 25 Silver Mercedes SUV Va. License VFX-9022 If you see this individual or vehicle in ANY CITY PARK or in the areas of Woodland Heights or Forest Hills call 911 immediately, identify the person or vehicle as a suspicious person or vehicle matching the description provided by the police as a Theft From Motor Vehicle suspect. DO NOT approach or attempt to detain the subject.
Introducing Officer Taylor Gainous Sector 312 Walking Assignment Officer Gainous is a 12-year veteran of the Richmond Police Department who has spent his entire career policing South of the River in the area that is now Sector 312. He is eager to get started and has several great ideas for the position. A starting date as not been determined. I will post further details when we have them.
Third Precinct - Sector 312 SSeSeptemp2015 Page 5 Ride Along Program The Richmond Police Department allows citizens to ride with an officer to gain a better understanding of the functions, duties, and responsibilities of officers. The application must be printed, filled out, signed, and sent via regular mail to the Richmond Police Department. Applicants will be notified by phone and a convenient time will be arranged for the ride-along. Richmond Police Department Community Care Team 200 W. Grace St. Richmond, VA 23220 To schedule an appointment or additional information on the Ride Along Program please call the Community Care Team at (804) 646-0407. An Electronic Application can also be downloaded from the RPD website.