CMPD September 2015 Newsletter

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UNIVERSITY CITY DIVISION RESPONSE AREA 2
SEPTEMBER 2015
Ten fun facts about Labor Day
Fact 1
Originally, Labor Day began in Canada as a historic demonstration demanding equal rights for workers.
Fact 2
In the United States, the first Labor Day was celebrated in New York City on Sept. 5, 1882 organized by the
Central Labor Union.
Fact 3
The first American State to make Labor Day a public holiday was Oregon in 1887.
Fact 4
Under heavy pressure from voters, United States President Grover Cleveland signed a law making the Labor Day
an officially recognized American holiday.
Fact 5
Much of the world observes Labor Day on May 1. In more than 80 countries worldwide, Labor Day is usually
synonymous or linked with International Workers’ Day, which occurs on May 1st.
Fact 6
In the late 19th century, the average number of hours for work every day was 12 hours (there was even a time the
average work day was 16 hours). The first Labor Day march was organized to support the eight-hour workday.
Fact 7
In 1916, the eight-hour work day became official in 1916.
Fact 8
The football season in the United States usually starts on or around Labor Day.
Fact 9
Though Labor Day is considered by some as the last day of summer, it is actually the autumnal equinox, which is
usually Sept. 21.
Fact 10
Traditionally, it has been considered socially unacceptable to wear white after Labor Day, but today’s fashion rules
seem to be weary of this tradition.
The following facts were provided by http://www.10-facts-about.com/Labor-Day/id/1368.
CONTENTS
CRIME STATISTICS
3
NEXTDOOR
4
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
5
SCHOOL BUS STOP LAW
8
YOUTH PROTECTION ORDINANCE
9
UPCOMING EVENTS
16
UNIVERSITY CITY PARTNERS
19
RA2 SIGNIFICANT ARREST
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RA2 Community Coordinators
Officer Krista Dodd
[email protected]
704-432-3900
Officer Crystal Figaro
[email protected]
704-432-3900
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SEPTEMBER 2015
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SEPTEMBER 2015
CRIME STATISTICS
Incident Type
August 2014
August 2015
Difference
Percent Change
Residential Burglary
11
24
13
118.18 %
Larceny from Auto
34
42
8
23.53 %
Rape
0
3
3
NA
Aggravated Assault-Gun
2
4
2
100.00 %
Auto Theft
2
4
2
100.00 %
Strong Arm Robbery
0
2
2
NA
Aggravated Assault-Knife
0
1
1
NA
Commercial Burglary
6
7
1
16.67 %
Homicide
0
1
1
NA
Larceny from Building
1
2
1
100.00 %
Larceny-Pocket Picking
0
1
1
NA
Larceny-Purse Snatching
0
1
1
NA
Armed Robbery
5
5
0
0.00 %
Larceny of Bicycle
2
0
-2
-100.00 %
Larceny-Shoplifting
14
6
-8
-57.14 %
Larceny-Other
29
19
-10
-34.48 %
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SEPTEMBER 2015
NEXTDOOR
Recently you may have received an email invitation from your Community Coordinator to join
Nextdoor.com. Nextdoor’s mission is to use the power of technology to build stronger and safer
neighborhoods. CMPD has partnered with Nextdoor to strengthen neighborhoods and combat crime.
Nextdoor has granted CMPD access to post comments in the Crime & Safety category for your
neighborhoods. With this in mind we hope to see you on Nextdoor soon! Please see below for more
information about Nextdoor.com.
WHAT IS NEXTDOOR?
Nextdoor is the private social network for you, your neighbors and your community. It's the easiest way
for you and your neighbors to talk online and make all of your lives better in the real world. And it's free.
Thousands of neighborhoods are already using Nextdoor to build happier, safer places to call home.
People are using Nextdoor to:
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Quickly get the word out about a break-in
Organize a Neighborhood Watch Group
Track down a trustworthy babysitter
Find out who does the best paint job in town
Ask for help keeping an eye out for a lost dog
Find a new home for an outgrown bike
Finally call that nice man down the street by his first name
Nextdoor’s mission is to use the power of technology to build stronger and safer neighborhoods.
PRIVACY
Fences are sometimes necessary. But online privacy is always necessary. Nextdoor makes it safe to share
online the kinds of things you'd be okay sharing with your neighbors in person.
Here's how:
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Every neighbor has to verify their address.
Every neighbor signs in with their real name. Just like in person.
Your website is protected by password and encrypted by HTTPS.
Nextdoor never shares your info with advertisers.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS FOR
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
There has recently been a residential B/E crime trend in our area. Criminals are targeting homes with
unlocked windows/doors and breaking in to steal your personal items. Most residential burglars look
for crimes of opportunity. They pick what appears to be an easy mark. There are many steps that you
can take to keep your home and your neighborhood safe. The most important step is for you and your
neighbors to work together! Please see below for residential burglary crime prevention tips.
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Never allow people you do not know into your home, such as a door-to-door sales person, a person
asking to use the phone or looking for a supposed neighbor.
Always keep your doors and windows locked day and night.
Never leave your garage door open.
Don't have your valuables visible through windows.
Keep ladders locked in the garage. Burglars can use them for
access to otherwise inaccessible second story windows.
Don't forget when going on vacation to hold or to have
someone pick up your mail/newspapers.
Don't hide a key outside for visiting friends and relatives.
Don't advertise new gifts or purchases. Break up the cartons before leaving them at the curb.
Call the police immediately when you see suspicious persons or activities.
Get to know the police officers in your area.
If you live in an apartment complex let management know of any problems in the community.
Start or join a Neighborhood Watch Program. (learn more at www.cmpd.org)
Make a list of the serial numbers of your property and take photographs. You can also engrave your
Driver's license number with an etching tool.
If you see a burglar in action, get a good description of the person, their car and tag number. Write
it down and call the police immediately!
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SEPTEMBER 2015
LARCENY FROM AUTOS
UCD RA2 has seen an increase in larceny from autos during the month of August.
We would like your help to prevent these crimes from occurring! Don’t allow
someone to remove your valuables from the inside of your vehicle.
Please consider the following tips to prevent YOU from becoming a victim.
 Always lock your doors and roll up your windows
 Never leave valuable items in your vehicle
 Store packages in the trunk of your vehicle while
shopping
 Remove items such as telephones, I pods, purses,
briefcases, backpacks, AUXILARY CORDS, cash and even loose change each
time you leave your vehicle
 Park in well-lit areas at night
 Park vehicle in the driveway rather than the street
 Consider a car alarm for added protection
 Call 911 if you see any suspicious activity
ENCOURAGE YOUR FAMILY, FRIENDS AND CO-WORKERS TO KEEP VALUABLES
OUT OF THEIR VEHICLES AT HOME, WORK OR WHILE RUNNING ERRANDS.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
AUTO THEFTS
1. Do not leave or "hide" your car keys in or on your car. Every day we have vehicles that are stolen by using a key that
the victim left in the car. Suspects are very skillful at finding the hidden key. Often a suspect who breaks into a vehicle to
steal items will find the key or a firearm and the result is more crimes.
2. Lock your vehicle and engage your alarm system. When a car thief has to force entry by breaking a window, he takes
more risks at getting caught, both on the scene and while driving. Alarms do deter some thieves. A suspect will often just
go to another unsecured or unprotected vehicle.
3. Secure your vehicle tag with one way screws. Most suspects steal a tag to put on a stolen vehicle. Making it difficult to
remove your tag increases the chances the tag will not be changed which makes it easier for police to spot.
4. Reduce attention to your vehicle. Do not leave "incentives" in plain view in the passenger compartment of your
vehicle. Firearms, packages, cellular phones, etc. draw attention to your vehicle. Never leave the title to your vehicle in
the vehicle itself. You are making it easier for someone to forge your name and sell your vehicle.
5. If you are selling your vehicle yourself, be careful who "test drives" your vehicle. Do not assume the vehicle the seller
is driving is theirs. It could be stolen. Some of our victims fail to get positive I.D. and the suspect takes their vehicle and
leaves a stolen one in their driveway.
6. Any extra security devices are a good idea. There are lots of information on the different types of anti-theft devices.
Everything from steering wheel locks to hidden cut-off switches can give you added protection.
7. Call us about suspicious activity. We frequently interview suspects whose parents, friends, and neighbors have
knowledge or have seen the suspects driving numerous vehicles on their neighborhood streets. Kids use dent-pullers and
screwdrivers to "hot-wire" the ignitions. Call us directly or Crime Stoppers if you have suspicions and give us as much
information as possible, i.e. tag numbers, colors, type of vehicle, etc.
8. Lock your car and take the keys. We still have suspects who hang around shopping centers, gas stations, convenience
stores and day cares waiting for a victim who leaves his or her car keys in the vehicle while "running in for a minute". Do
not be a victim. Lock your car and take the keys.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
Since school is back in session please be aware
of the following North Carolina School Bus Stop
Laws!
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SEPTEMBER 2015
YOUTH PROTECTION
ORDINANCE
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• In rent-to-own agreements, always confirm that the person you’re signing the contract with is the owner of the home.
(1) A juvenile commits an offense by being present in or remaining in any public place or on the premises of
any establishment within the city during the restricted hours.
advertised, please contact our Consumer Protection Division at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or online at www.ncdoj.gov.
(2) A parent or guardian of a juvenile commits an offense if he/she knowingly permits or allows the juvenile
to remain in any public place during the restricted hours.
(3) The owner, operator, or an employee of an establishment commits an offense if he/she knowingly allows
a juvenile to remain upon the premises of the establishment during the restricted hours.
(4) It is a violation of the ordinance for any person 16 years of age or older to aid or abet a juvenile in being
present or remaining in a public place within the city during the restricted hours.
(5) It is a violation of the ordinance for a parent or guardian to refuse to take custody during the restricted
hours.
(Certain exceptions exist for juveniles in a public place during the restricted hours which are set out in the
ordinance.)
• If you think you’ve experienced a “we buy homes” scam or have questions about mortgage help you’ve heard
Penalties:
(1) A juvenile who violates any provision of the ordinance is subject to being adjudicated delinquent.
(2) Any parent/guardian or other person who violates the ordinance shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
CMPD NEWS
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department and Training Academy are pleased to provide citizens an
opportunity to learn more about the CMPD and our services to the community.
Several years ago we redesigned our Citizens Academy program to a format that would be more flexible for
our citizens. Under the new format, the workshops are divided into individual sessions that are offered twice
throughout the year. Most of the workshops are classified as Community Education Workshops. Citizens are
invited to register for as many of the Community Education Workshops that they are interested in and able to
attend. There are practical sessions that are only for citizens who have applied for and have been accepted
into the Citizens Academy Program. In order to graduate from the Citizens Academy Program a participant
must complete the required workshops within a two-year time limit. Citizens over 18 who live in
Mecklenburg County can register for workshops or apply for the program, and once approved, begin
attending at any time throughout the year. We believe this new format has allowed more citizens the
opportunity to participate in this community education program.
By attending the workshops citizens will have an opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look at the services
of the CMPD from a diverse group of police department personnel. Some of the features include tours of our
Training Academy, Crime Lab and 911 Communications Room. Topics that are discussed include the history
of the CMPD, Officer Recruitment, Officer Use of Force, Defensive Tactics, Crime Prevention, Traffic
Enforcement and Criminal Investigations. Workshops are held on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30
p.m. at various Police Department buildings.
We are looking forward to the workshops as an opportunity for citizens to gain a greater understanding of
our mission and service to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community.
More information can be found at:
http://tinyurl.com/o6qc8bq
Please do not hesitate to contact us at the Training Academy should you have any questions. You can reach
Maria Williams at 704-432-1655 or by email at [email protected].
We are looking forward to your participation.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
The City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County recently released the updated Quality of Life Explorer, an interactive
online tool to explore social, housing, economic, environmental, and safety conditions in neighborhoods across Charlotte
and Mecklenburg County.
What’s new?
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Updated data providing detailed information about neighborhood housing stock, household income, jobs, health,
education, tree canopy coverage, crime rates, code violations, community engagement, energy consumption and
much more
Maps, trends, data tables and reports for 462 neighborhood profile areas across the county
Ability to explore data by custom geographies (i.e., the light rail corridor, business districts, etc.)
Links to hundreds of City, County and community resources to help people learn more and take action
Click here to watch a short video to learn more about the updated Quality of Life Explorer.
How can you use the dashboard?
For more than 20 years, the City of Charlotte has used this information to:
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Understand the dynamics of the neighborhoods we serve
Develop work plans and strategies
Assess and improve existing programs
Determine resource allocation
Improve business processes
Nominate the best and brightest neighborhoods
Get started: mcmap.org/qol
Charlotte’s unique neighborhoods make the city a great place to live, work and play! In an effort to recognize the
To request a customized training for your department or team, contact Rebecca Hefner at [email protected].
The Quality of Life Explorer is created in partnership between the City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County and the UNC
Charlotte Urban Institute, with the towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
NEIGHBORHOOD LEADERSHIP AWARDS
Nominate the best and brightest neighborhoods!
Charlotte’s unique neighborhoods make the city a great place to live, work and play! In an effort to recognize the hard work of
neighborhood organizations who keep our city vibrant, the City of Charlotte will host its annual Neighborhood Leadership
Awards, a community celebration at Victory Lane Karting that will feature networking, engaging workshops and the
Neighborhood Leadership Awards ceremony. The deadline to submit nominations is Aug. 19. Click here to submit a
nomination today!
The City of Charlotte is asking residents and members of the community to nominate neighborhood organizations
whose contributions to community improvement projects merit recognition. You can nominate your own
neighborhood or others. Nominations will be accepted in the following categories:
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The Community Safety Ambassador Award recognizes neighborhood organizations that have made
outstanding contributions to the improvement of police-community relations in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area.
Award Sponsor: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department
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The Embracing Diversity Award recognizes a neighborhood group that bridges cultural gaps
between neighbors and celebrates diversity in their planning and activities.
Award Sponsor: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Department
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The Good Neighbors Award recognizes a neighborhood organization that collaborates to develop
improvement projects, initiatives and communication resources that address neighborhood beautification,
compliance with current codes and regulations, and engagement of residents in activities to improve the
community.
Award Sponsor: City of Charlotte Code Enforcement
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The Moving Charlotte Forward Award recognizes neighborhoods that have made an outstanding
contribution to the promotion of transportation choices, transportation safety, and neighborhood livability.
Award Sponsor: Charlotte Department of Transportation
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The Sustainability Leadership award recognizes neighborhood associations working from the
ground up to implement sustainability initiatives within the community.
Award Sponsor: Charlotte Water
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SEPTEMBER 2015
PEDESTRIAN BEACON SIGNALS
You may have seen some of these new Pedestrian Beacon Signals in our response area (one is on JW Clay
Bv and one is on University City Bv in between UNCC’s campus entrance and John Kirk Dr/Old Concord
Rd. Please see the flyer below on how they operate.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
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SEPTEMBER 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
What: Mallard Glen Apartments Community Meeting
Where: Mallard Glen Apts Pool (2002 Mallard Glen Dr)
When: Monday, September 7th at 2:30pm
What: Chick-Fil-A Kid Event
Where: Chick-Fil-A (8648 J W Clay Bv)
When: Tuesday, September 8th at 5:30pm
What: Taste Of University
Where: Shoppes @ University Place (8929 J W Clay Bv)
When: Thursday, September 29th at 5:30pm
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SEPTEMBER 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
CHARLOTTE MOTOR SPEEDWAY EVENTS
NHRA Carolina Nationals
Friday, September 18, 2015 - Sunday, September 20, 2015
The NHRA’s best drivers begin their quest for supremacy in the first race of the six-race NHRA Mello Yello Series
Countdown to the Championship at zMAX Dragway. Every ticket is a pit pass, giving fans unmatched access to the
drivers and crews who drive these 10,000-horsepower Top Fuel & Nitro Funny Car machines to their limits!
Fall AutoFair
Thursday, September 24, 2015 - Sunday, September 27, 2015
Car lovers rejoice! The world’s largest automotive extravaganza, the Charlotte AutoFair, returns Sept. 24-27, brings
together thousands of hotrods, muscle cars, exotic sports cars and classic automobiles.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
UPCOMING EVENTS
PNC MUSIC PAVILION EVENTS
Jason Aldean with Cole Swindell
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Friday
9/4/2015
7PM
5 Seconds of Summer
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Wednesday
9/9/2015
7:30PM
Van Halen
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Friday
9/11/2015
7:30PM
1065 The End Weenie Roast 2015 (Stone Temple Pilots, Passion Pit,
Bleachers, Atlas Genius)
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Saturday
9/12/2015
12:30PM
Janet Jackson
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Friday
9/18/2015
8PM
Luke Bryan
PNC Music
Pavilion
Charlotte, NC
Thursday
9/24/2015
7PM
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SEPTEMBER 2015
UC Connect rallies community for our schools
The message was simple at the Aug. 14 standing-room-only pep
rally by University City Connect: 4,600 Governors Village students
need all of us for them to excel. “I can’t think of anything greater
than what’s unfolding at Governors Village,” declared organizer
Rob Rogers. “We’ve all got to say, ‘I can help!’” (And if you love to
organize, UC Connect needs your help NOW!)
Learn more at www.universitycitypartners.org.
2 new schools get ready for first students
Two new school facilities will open soon in University City.
Queen City STEM School is renovating the former Ben Craig
Center at 8701 Mallard Creek Road. The charter school has
ties to Triad and Triangle Math and Science academies.
Newell Elementary, one of our oldest schools, will welcome
students to its new building and campus at 325 Rocky River
Road West. Learn more at www.universitycitypartners.org.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
Thursday, September 24, 2015, in the heart of University City at the Shoppes at University Place
Join us for our fifth annual University City Taste. Admission includes live entertainment, food and beverages,
while supplies last. The event will also feature free paddle boat rides, sponsor offerings and networking with
more than 500 University City business professionals.
2015 Participating Restaurants
Edgewater Bar & Grill | Love Sushi |...and many more to come!
Contact Cherise Walker with questions at: [email protected] or 704-378-4106.
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SEPTEMBER 2015
SIGNIFICANT ARRESTS RELATED TO RESPONSE AREA 2
Name:
Varyda Michael Koy
DOB:
12/07/1973
Charges:
Obtain Property False Pretense
Identity Theft
Financial Card Fraud (M)
Area:
W. W T Harris/J W Clay
Name:
Dareontan James Gladden
DOB:
01/19/1999
Charges:
Larceny of Motor Vehicle (F)
Possess Stolen Motor Vehicle
Area:
N. Tryon/Pavilion
Name:
Leon Lamar Moses
DOB:
10/14/1998
Charges:
Area:
N. Tryon/Pavilion
Name:
Lashawn Wilds
DOB:
05/15/1999
Charges:
Area:
N. Tryon/Pavilion
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Name:
Lawrence Evrton Norman
DOB:
06/17/1976
Charges:
Resisting Public Officer
Area:
N. Tryon/Pavilion
Name:
Marketa Burgess
DOB:
06/17/1982
Charges:
Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Area:
N. Tryon/W T Harris
Name:
Ronald Keith Smith
DOB:
06/14/1983
Charges:
Area:
N. Tryon/Pavilion
Name:
Christy Leigh Wilson
DOB:
02/20/1996
Charges:
Prostitution
Consp Robbery Dangrs Weapon
Robbery with Dangerous Weapon
Area:
Mallard Creek Church/University City
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SEPTEMBER 2015
Name:
Tabari Trajuad Grant
DOB:
03/16/1996
Charges:
Second Degree Trespass
Misdemeanor Larceny
Breaking and or Entering (F) x3
Financial Card Theft x2
Unlawfal Obtaining Credit Card x2
Larceny after Break/Enter x3
Possession of Burglary Tools
Area:
University City/Suther
Name:
Derrick Darnell Smith
DOB:
08/31/1982
Charges:
Assault by Pointing a Gun
Possess Marijuana up to ½ oz
Area:
Old Concord/Suther
Name:
Chestity Kenyada Townes
DOB:
01/02/1996
Charges:
Common Law Robbery
Area:
University City/John Kirk
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CMPD September 2015 Newsletter

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