2014 Annual Report - St. Thomas Police Service

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St. Thomas Police Service
2014 Annual Report
Message from
Chief Darryl J. Pinnell
On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the
St. Thomas Police Service, I am very proud to present the
2014 Annual Report - a snapshot of the great efforts of our
members and the many successes of the past year.
It truly reflects our Mission of
“Putting the Needs of the Community first.”
You will no doubt be impressed with the extent and
professionalism of the work conducted by police personnel
on behalf of the citizens of St. Thomas. Our community is
enriched by the outstanding sworn and civilian staff of the
St. Thomas Police Service, whose dedication,
professionalism and commitment enhance the progress of
our organization to meet each and every challenge with
courage, compassion and transparency. Our staff strives to
“always do the right thing” regardless of the circumstances.
Adequate and effective policing begins with strong
community partnerships and community engagement.
With the continued support of the Police Services Board,
St. Thomas City Council and the Community,
the men and women of the Police Service
will continue to meet and exceed
the needs and expectations
of the citizens of St. Thomas.
St. Thomas Police Services Board
2014 Board Members
2015 Board Members
Front Row: Vice Chair Heather Jackson, Chairman
David Warden, Secretary Lynn Coates
Back Row: Members Dr. Ken Bocking, Gillian
Martin, Dean Paddon
Front Row: Chair Heather Jackson, Dean Paddon,
Linda Stevenson
Back Row: Vice Chair Gillian Martin, Dr. Ken Bocking,
Secretary Lynn Coates
Police Services Board
St. Thomas Police Administration
Business Plan
Front row left to right:
Deputy Chief Jeff Driedger, Chief Darryl J. Pinnell, Administrator Lynn Coates
Back Row left to right: Inspectors Chris Herridge and Mark Traichevich
Organizational
Chart
Office of the Police Chaplain – Supporting Emergency Services
Reverend Roger Landell
Front Line Patrol
Serving our Community
Uniform
Division
Statistics
Civilian Division
Shelley Page - Communicator
Thomas Paine,
Systems Administrator
Civilian Division
L – R: Lisa McGlone; Sandy Mudge, Robin
Jordan, Sherri Brooks – Business Office Clerks
Special Constable Lisa Johnson
Property Officer
Committed to Training for a Skilled & Professional Workforce
Training Report
Use of Force
Keeping our Streets Safe
RIDE Program, Traffic Enforcement
Traffic Report
Drinking/Driving Report
Accident Report
Engaging Youth
Three on Three Anti Bullying Campaign
Youth In Policing Summer Program
Strong Kids Campaign
Ice bucket Challenge
Kids N Kops Big Brothers Big Sisters
Supporting our Community
Community Services, Community Resources, Crime Prevention
Crime Prevention
Community Resources
Community Services
Left to right: Community
Services Officer Constable
Brian Kempster; Community
Resource Officer Constable
Tanya Calvert;
Crime Prevention officer
Constable Jeff DeLeeuw
Youth in Policing/Kids N Kops
Supporting our Community
Movember – Prostate Awareness Campaign
St. Thomas Home and Garden Show
Stuff the Cruisers for Christmas Care
Walk a Mile in
Her Shoes
Drug drop off day
Big Bike Ride for
Heart and Stroke
Blood typing
It’s Our Hospital Campaign
Purple Ribbon Campaign
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Fanshawe College Advanced Policing Program
Student Placements – Don Deans and Rochelle Cheverie
Taking The Pledge to End Bullying
Participating in National, Provincial and Local Initiatives
Constable James Fast and Steven Cudney rode bicycles from
the Ontario Police College in Aylmer to the Police Memorial in Ottawa
in the Annual Ride to Remember honoring fallen officers.
Thomas Paine served as their support crew.
Criminal Investigations Branch
Criminal Investigations
Forensic Identification
Sex Offender Registry
Domestic Violence Report
Drug Enforcement - Intelligence Gathering
Drug Enforcement
Intelligence Gathering
Canine Unit
Constable Sean James and Trax
Canine 2014
Iron Dog Competition
Constable Sean James and Trax attend the
Funeral Service for Corporal Nathan Cirillo –
Ottawa
Best Dressed Community Relations Vehicle
Blue Line Magazine January 2015
Crime Stoppers
CrimeStoppers
Court Services – Security and Prisoner Transportation
Court Services
Property Management – Evidence/Found/Seized
Special Constable Lisa Johnson
Property Officer
Property
www.policeauctionscanada.com
Achievements, Milestones, New Hires, Promotions
Achievements
Left to right: Chief Pinnell, Sergeant Scott
Barnes, Board Chairman David Warden
Jeremy Linker (left) Judge Michael O’Dea (centre)
Chad Howey (right) – Swearing in Ceremony
Left to right: Chief Pinnell, Deputy Chief
Driedger, Board Chairman David Warden
Left to right: Inspector Traichevich, Deputy Chief Driedger,
Constable Chad Howey, Constable Jeremy Linker, Inspector
Herridge
Celebrating Thirty Years of Service with the
Deputy Chief Jeffrey Driedger
Inspector Mark Traichevich
In Memoriam – Sergeant Robert Emmett
Retired St. Thomas Police
Sergeant Robert (Bob) Emmett
passed away
October 17, 2014
in St. Thomas, Ontario
St. Thomas Police Services Board – Governance
The Ontario Police Services Act dictates that every municipality through its Police Services Board is
responsible to provide adequate and effective police services to its community.
The St. Thomas Police Services Board is a civilian oversight body that governs how police services
are provided to our community. The Board is comprised of two elected members from City Council –
Mayor Heather Jackson and Councillor Linda Stevenson; two provincially appointed members –
Gillian Martin and Dean Paddon and one community representative appointed by City Council – Dr.
Kenneth Bocking. From January 2014 until November 2014, David Warden served as Chairman of
the Board and Heather Jackson served as Vice Chair. In January 2015, Mayor Jackson was
appointed Board Chair and Linda Stevenson was appointed as Vice Chair.
The Board meets regularly with the Chief of Police and the Deputy Chief of Police to ensure the
delivery of adequate and effective police services in the areas of crime prevention, law enforcement,
assistance to victims, public order maintenance, emergency response and police budgets. Chief
Darryl Pinnell is responsible for the operations of the Police Service with his Administration - Deputy
Chief Jeff Driedger, Inspector Mark Traichevich, Inspector Chris Herridge, Administrator Lynn Coates
and senior staff, who are committed to providing policing excellence to our community.
The Board addressed a variety of issues in 2014
 Dr. Ken Bocking was appointed by Council to serve on the Board as the Community
Representative.
 The 2013 - 2015 Business Plan was reviewed and approved.
 Police vehicles were approved for purchase for 2015 in accordance with the approved Police
vehicle replacement schedule.
 Constable Geoff Gosse continued the secondment to the Ontario Police College as an
instructor for new police recruits until August 2015.
 The Board continued to support a variety of initiatives with financial donations through the sale
of unclaimed property. The police auction process continued through an online auction site,
namely www.policeauctionscanada.com. Recipients of donations include Victim Services
Walk a Mile campaign, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Kids N Kops, Crime Stoppers Bail and Jail,
the Special Olympics Torch Run, the 741 Air Cadets, Relay for Life, Big Bike Ride for Heart
and Stroke, Ride to Remember, Hike for Hospice, to name a few.
 The Board continued and/or secured new agreements with the Provincial and Federal
governments including grants such as the Community Policing Partnership program, the 1,000
Officers Safer Communities program, Proceeds of Crime grant – Crime Prevention Community
Mobilization, the R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program; and the Youth in
Policing Initiative (YIPI).
 The Board addressed many personnel issues including illnesses, promotions, and graduations
– Cadets Chad Howey and Jeremy Linker graduated from the basic constable training at the
Ontario Police College and were sworn in as Police Constables; Communicator Bonnie
Dumoulin announced her intention to retire in Spring 2015.
 To ensure adequate and effective staffing for the new St. Thomas Consolidated Courthouse,
one full time Special Constable, Scott Haayema and four part time Special Constables,
Colleen Kelly, Keshia Jacklin, Jeff Mitchell and Kelly MacIntyre were hired in January, 2014.
Two cadets, Lucinda Pavoni and Paul Tunks were hired to replace Cadets Howey and Linker
who were sworn in as Police Constables in 2014.
 The Board, in conjunction with Council’s Police Headquarters Building Committee, continued
to work towards the realization of a new facility for our Police Service.
 Before year end, the Board had discussions and approved the submission of 2015 Capital
budget request for the replacement of the mobile data terminals in the police cruisers which
was approved by Council. The request for a second Livescan unit for electronic fingerprint
equipment has been deferred to 2016.
 The Board also reviewed and approved the 2015 Police Services Board budget, the 2015
Police Operating budget and the 2015 Courthouse budget.
 The Board embraced the enhancement of a variety of technological opportunities in 2014 as
the Police Service continued to use Facebook and Twitter. The St. Thomas Police Service
website www.stps.on.ca was completely transformed by local web designer Rob Redding.
The St. Thomas Police Services Board continues its pursuit of excellence with an emphasis on strong
accountability mechanisms and best practices in governance, policies and procedures, meeting its
provincially legislated responsibilities in ensuring the delivery of adequate and effective police
services in the City of St. Thomas. Police Services Boards are the primary governor of police
services and are provided specific legislated powers enabling them to fulfill their role as an instrument
of public oversight of the police. Civilian governance ensures the highest degree possible that the
police remain sufficiently independent in their responsibility for operational matters, while being
suitably accountable to representative civilian authorities.
Police Operating Budget 2014
Revenue
$ 536,469
Salaries/Benefits $ 9,261,339
(2.5% arbitrated salary increase)
OMERS
$ 879,330
Training
$
40,000
Public Education
$
10,000
Overtime
$
90,000
Vehicle Operations $ 215,000
Police Courthouse Budget 2014
$243,671
$791,134
Total 2014 Operating Budget
Total 2014 Courthouse Budget
Total Police Services Board Budget
$10,461,900
$ 706,921
$
12,400
$ 53,490
$ 1,140
$ 24,000
These numbers do not include all budget figures.
Capital Budget 2014 & 2015
911 Conversion upgrade to support cell phone technology - $19,500
Electronic Fingerprinting Equipment - $40,000
Conducted Energy Weapons (tasers) - $60,000
Replacement Mobile Data Terminals - $75,000
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Business Plan 2013 - 2015
Year End Review 2014
Proudly Serving our Community since 1852
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ST. THOMAS POLICE SERVICE
Mission Statement
Our Vision
"To ensure St. Thomas is a desirable, secure
and safe place in which to live, work, and play."
Mission Statement
Our Mission
"Putting the needs of the Community first"
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Values and Ethics of the St. Thomas Police Service
We the Members of the St. Thomas Police Service are committed to ensuring that the
citizens of St. Thomas never lose faith in our ability and desire to protect and serve by
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desire to build the trust and respect of the Citizens we serve by listening and
partnering with the community
desire to “always do the right thing” regardless of the circumstances
desire to lead with integrity and transparency, both internally and externally
commitment to ongoing professionalism, excellence, continuous learning and
growth as an organization
ongoing partnerships with our community
Objectives of the St. Thomas Police Service
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“To ensure that St. Thomas is a safe Community in which to live, work and play”
“To effectively and efficiently respond to the unique requirements of our
Community and to always put the needs of our Community first”
“ Promote and ensure excellence, transparency, and accountability in all of the
Services we provide”
“Treat the public in the same manner that we would expect our family members
to be treated by the Police in a similar circumstance”
“Demonstrate compassion and respect for those in need”
“Ensure that members of the St. Thomas Police Service have a suitable working
environment and access to information which will enable them to adequately and
effectively deliver services to the Community”
“Recognizing that every community has unique needs, we will continue to work
with various levels of government to clearly define the role of the Police in the
Province and continue to explore the most cost effective manner in which to
provide professional Policing Services to our Community.”
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Community-Based Crime Prevention, Community Patrol and Criminal Investigations
Branch Objectives
Objective: “To effectively and efficiently respond to the unique requirements of our
How:
1.1
Mental Health Training- Complete service wide training on Critical
Incident response for persons suffering from a mental health issues.
Mental health training for all members is ongoing. Our CRO Officer and
an Incident Negotiator Officer received “Crisis Intervention” training
specializing in dealing with persons with mental health
issues.(Complete June 2014)
1.2
Maintaining and enhancing Protocols with Social Service agencies
designed to assist persons in need without engaging the Criminal
Justice system STPS representation on STEGH committee for
implementation of new Mental Health care facility at the hospital.
Opened 13 Jan/14. Working towards implementation of a Mental
Health Screener tool for use in early 2015. Continuing to work with the
Salvation Army, Restorative Justice, Diversion program. Ongoing
collaboration with Mental Health Care providers through the committee
members and regular contact and CMHA. Ongoing ….
1.3
Research the use of Social Media tools to communicate with the
public in a more direct and timely manner. Social Media channels
active on a daily basis. Brand new user friendly, interactive and barrier
free web site ready to be put in place in early 2015, ongoing….
1.4
Research the use of technology (CopLogic) to report crime
without having to telephone police or attend the station in
person. This has been thoroughly investigated and found not
to be effective or efficient at this time, possibly take a look
at implementing this if it becomes usable and cost effective
at some point in the future. Completed, Dec/2014
1.5
Continue to move the Police Service towards complete officer entry in
a mobile environment. This will gain efficiency in entering reports,
allow information to be available in real time, and free up data entry
resources for other tasks such as Communications and quality control
functions. All Officers have been trained for Officer Entry (mobile as
well) Completed Dec/2013.
1.6
Adapt Ontario Police Technology Information Cooperative (OPTIC)
based electronic based Major Case Management System (MCM) when
available. Now live and on-line Complete Oct/2014
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1.7
Continue to explore new and innovative approaches to Criminal
Investigations such as the expanded use of technology and training for
Cyber Crime / or exploring private vendors for the analysis of internet
based crime (computer analysis etc…). Grant application (through
Proceeds of Crime) to offset training and equipment costs for cyber
investigator, was denied in June 2014.In Feb 2014 applied for grant
(Civil Remedies Grant) for this purpose, this grant was denied as well
in Aug 2014, work is ongoing …….
1.8
Move towards electronic submission of Violent Crime Linkage Analysis
System (ViCLAS) forms and away from hard copy booklets. This has
been achieved in September 2013 (Complete)
Accountability:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
Measurements:
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.8
Inspector of Police- Operations
Inspector of Police – Operations
Deputy Chief of Police via Systems Administrator
Deputy Chief of Police via Systems Administrator
Administrator via Clerical/operational staff
Deputy Chief of Police via Inspector of Operations
Deputy Chief of Police via Inspector of Operations
Deputy Chief of Police via Unit Commander in CIB
Number of members who completed the training
Number of new protocols signed
Number of Social Media tools implemented or considered
Implementation of Cop Logic
Implementation of Officer entry in a mobile environment
Implementation of electronic MCM via OPTIC
Number of training courses in Cyber Crime
Implementation of electronic ViCLAS submissions
Emergency Calls for Service Objectives
Objective: “To ensure that St. Thomas is a safe Community in which to live, work and
play”
How:
2.1
in In-Service Block Training on school violence issues including “active
shooter” practical training .
2.2
Offer On line training opportunities for staff on Health and Safety
topics relevant to their duties and reflecting the realities of the
community in which they serve. All STPS memberstook online
mandated training for Accessibility Standards Regulation Jan 2014
Completed.
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2.3
Maintain representation (Administration/Association) at quarterly
Ontario Police Health and Safety Meetings. Regular attendance and
training by administrative and association representatives as well as
quarterly in house safety meetings and station walkabouts. Ongoing…
Accountability:
2.1 Inspector of Police – Administration (Training)
2.2 Inspector of Police – Administration (Training)
52.3 Deputy Chief of Police
Measurements:
2.1
2.2
2.3
Completion of block Training in high risk school safety
Completion of E-Learning in various Health and Safety
areas
Regular attendance by members of STPS
Violent Crime, Property Crime, and Youth Crime Objectives
Objective: “To ensure that St. Thomas is a safe Community in which to live,
work, and play”
How:
3.1
Increase the number of Drug charges while decreasing the number of
Violent Crimes and Property Crimes. Statistically the number of drug
charges are up from 2013 to 2014, when compared to the immediate
years preceding (2011 and 2012). Violent crime is down slightly as
are property crimes. Ongoing …
3.2
Acquire covert technique resources through Provincial grant programs
to enhance Drug and Criminal Investigations In April 2014 applied for
a “Civil Remedies” grant to conduct overt and covert operations on a
specific project. Acquisition of several new pieces of equipment
formed a large part of this grant request. Grant request was
unsuccessful. Work ongoing …
3.3
Attempt to formulate a full time Canine Program utilizing existing
resources, Provincial grant applications, and Community donations.
Canine acquired in 2013, canine unit assembled in 2013. Canine basic
training completed 09 Jan/14 Commenced duties 15 Jan/14.
3.4
Address neighbourhood safety concerns via prevention programs such
as Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) and
“Lock it or lose it” and Programs that address safety. Proceeds of
Crime grant application was successful in late 2013 and was
completed in April/2014. Purchased a trailer and sports equipment for
the “3 on 3 not on me” program. Fentanyl patch program “Patch for
Patch” implemented in June 2014, Anti Bullying program,
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“Three on Three not on me” program implemented in July 2014 “Lock
it or Lose it” program used extensively over long weekends and the
Christmas season,Dec/2014.
3.5
Utilize the media to promote programs and prevention techniques.
Media partners Re:Tweeting program and crime prevention
information. Extensive use of media social media sites. New web-site
design user friendly and visual.Ongoing!
3.6
Attend public and high-schools and educate youth on the dangers of
the internet, acceptable use of social media, bullying and other online issues. Community Service Officer administers VIP program
(including social media and bullying) to all Gr. 6 students .Guest
lecturer for teacher professional development Re: Police and Schools
working together... ongoing
3.7
Work with Teen Centre, high schools, public schools, Public Health
and Other organizations to promote positive social interactions with
Adults And Youth. CRO attends GR. 8 Orientation at all the High
Schools. Booth set up at Fanshawe College job fair in Feb. 2014.
Participated in Y.I.P.I. program, July and Aug 2014. CRO supplies
Youth Justice Support and supervision for successful rehabilitation and
re-integration back to school, ongoing …
Accountability:
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
3.5
3.6
3.7
Deputy Chief of Police via Inspector of Police – Operations
S/Sgt in Charge of Criminal Investigations
Deputy Chief of Police
Deputy Chief of Police via all Staff
Inspector of Police – Administration (Support Services)
Inspector of Police – Administration (Support Services)
Inspector – Administration (Support Services)
Measurements:
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
Statistical analysis of various crime rates
Number of grant applications submitted
Formation of Canine Program for the Service
Number of home audits and crime prevention education
opportunities
Frequency and number of press releases and media
surrounding Crime Prevention issues and techniques.
Number of school visits to present pertinent information
Number of initiatives undertaken with above agencies.
3.5
3.6
3.6
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Assistance to Victims Objectives
Objective: “We will treat the public in the same manner that we would expect our
family members to be treated by the Police in a similar circumstance
We will measure our performance by increasing the number of call-outs of Victim
Services Elgin.
How:
4.1
Maintain a positive working relationship with Victim Services Elgin
(VCARS Program), Victim/Witness Assistance Program, Violence
Against Women Services Elgin County and other Community
Resources. Expand mandates, as much as possible, to assist a wider
range of victims of crime, where possible. Chief and Inspector
attended at “Walk a mile in her shoes” 2014. Continue close
communication and building relationships between the Service and
Violence Against Women. .. ongoing
4.2
Continue to foster partnerships with Domestic Assault Abuse Centers,
Committees, and maintenance of Domestic Violence and Sexual
Assault Protocols. Continued close and regular communication with
Violence Against Women Services… ongoing New protocol with Elgin
Alliance to End Violence (Violence against Women) to provide a
coordinated community response by the Police Service and relevant
community partners to protect abused women and their
children(November 2014).
4.3
Ensure long term facility requirements include space for Victim
Services. Continue to work towards a new building for more space
where there could be a place for Victims Services in the future.
Ongoing ---
4.4
Show support for maintaining Victim Services in our Community by
verbalizing the support and writing letters of support to the Provincial
Government regarding our local Victim Services Program. Attend at
Victims Services Awareness week flag raising at City Hall. Ongoing
dialogue with staff of victims services. Continue to offer their services
to the public whenever appropriate.… ongoing
Accountability: 4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
Measurements: 4.1
Inspector – Operations via operational staff
Inspector – Operations via CIB Supervisor
Deputy Chief of Police
Chief of Police
Continued interactions with Victim Services groups and
committees
4.2 Inspector of Operations via Domestic Violence Coordinator
4.3 Space acquired for Victim Services inside the Police Service
4.4 Letters and communications with Government and the
community
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Road Safety Objectives
Objective: “To ensure that St. Thomas is a safe Community in which to live, work
and play” and “to effectively and efficiently respond to the unique requirements of our
How:
5.1 Investigate a full time traffic unit in place of the seasonal traffic unit
(One Officer assigned full time for January through to the end ofAug /14.
Platoon level traffic projects continuing, ongoing…
5.2
Engage with Elgin St. Thomas Public Health on a training, education,
and enforcement campaign regarding the proper use of car seats and
the use of bicycle helmets. Community Services Officer part of
committee with the Health Unit “Bicycle Friendly Communities”
promoting and educating public on proper use of bicycle helmets..
ongoing
5.3
Continue to provide input to the City on Traffic processes and
pedestrian safety on a case by case basis and strategic basis (signage,
traffic calming measures, bicycle safety, speed limits, etc…)Staff
Sergent in charge of coordinating traffic projects.Continued use of
speed sign in problem areas., Ongoing ….. Officer involved in bicycle
safety education through bicycle rodeos and school visits.
5.4 Support the “Active Transportation Strategy” which encompasses “Safe
Routes to School Project” and “Share the Initiative” by participating
with the City and other partners in the development of the plan. PC
259 is on this committee, PC’s 259 and 294 supply Police input at
meetings. Last meeting for 2014 was 18 Dec. June Rose Callwood P.S.
to be completed this school year. Ongoing …
5.5
Participate in Reduced Impaired Driving Programs throughout the year
utilizing grant funding, joint initiatives with other Police Services, and
internal Platoon RIDE Programs. Ministry Grant funding has been
utilized throughout the year for RIDE’s, Individual Platoon RIDE
initiatives throughout entire year with special attention paid to specific
long weekends and Holidays. D/C and Insp. H. attended at Seasons
Festive Ride kickoff 25 Nov/14 with all neighboring Police Services.
Ongoing ….
Accountability:
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
Deputy Chief of Police via Inspector (Support Services)
Inspector (Support Services) via Support Services
Supervisor
Inspector of Operations via Supervisor of Traffic
Inspector (Support Services) via Support Services
Supervisor
Inspector of Operations via RIDE Program Supervisor
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Measurements: 5.1
Formation of Traffic unit full time
5.2 Training and seminars completed with Health Unit
5.3 Frequency of dialogue with the City of traffic related issues
and concerns
5.4 Implementation of the Programs
5.5 Number of RIDE Programs completed and in what form.
Information Technology Objectives
Objective: “Ensure that members of the St. Thomas Police Service have a suitable
working environment and access to information which will enable them to adequately
and effectively deliver services to the Community”
How:
6.1
Implement Live Scan electronic fingerprint technology for civil and
criminal and civil fingerprinting utilizing Ontario Police Technology
Information Cooperative (OPTIC) server. In place and running!
Completed June 2014
6.2
Upgrade Police Service firewall to ensure ongoing security of
information on the Police network as part of a yearly and long term IT
and City Capital Budget Plan. Firewall upgrade at Police H.Q. was
completed last year. In 2014 I.T. added a firewall to our I.T. assets at
the Courthouse as well as set up a secure fiber link to the court house
6.3
Implement Officer entry in a mobile environment (MDT’s) with a view
to overall time savings and efficiency. Completed last year.
6.4
Implement electronic Crown Briefs (utilizing the OPTIC system and
with cooperation from with the Crown Attorneys office) with the view
to moving to paperless Crown Briefs for all criminal cases. Electronic
file transmissions (less major cases) was completed last year. Shared
Court Drive has been installed, waiting for the Crown’s office to finalize
the networking file, ongoing …
6.5
Consider implementing on-line reporting for certain types of minor
Crime (Cop-Logic Via OPTIC). This was looked at and considered very
carefully in November 2014. At this point in time it doesn’t appear that
this is an effective or efficient method to proceed with as an avenue
for reporting by the public. If at some future point in time this
becomes a viable option it will be re-visited for consideration.
6.6
Successfully transition to the new Consolidated Courthouse and
address all related IT issues and concerns.
Operating full time from new Court House, 24 March 2014 Completed.
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Accountability: 6.1-6.5 Deputy Chief of Police via various IT and operational
personnel
6.6
Inspector (Support Services) via IT and Support Services
personnel
Measurements: 6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
Implementation of Live Scan technology
Upgrading equipment and systems in keeping with IT Plan
Implementation of Officer entry
Implementation of electronic crown briefs for all charges
Implementation of Cop Logic reporting system via OPTIC
Fully functioning Court Unit at the Consolidated Courthouse
Resource Planning Objectives
Objective: ”Recognizing that every community has unique needs, we will continue to
work with various levels of government to clearly define the role of the Police in the
Province and continue to explore the most cost effective manner in which to provide
Policing Services to our Community”
How:
7.1
Investigate a replacement to the current MDT’s who’s warranty and
support expire in March 2014. Capital Budget request 2014-2015 for
new MDT’s has been approved and new MDT’s are to be ordered in
early 2015. Completed
7.2
Investigate different business applications for the capture and
retention of data in our Records Management System. Interface to
capture data from Major Case Management to populate Niche,
completed October 2014, investigation of other application ongoing …
7.3
Increase the use of E-Learning (CPKN / OPC/ OPVTA) within the St.
Thomas Police training system. (several on line courses taken by
sworn personnel, Supervisory course)(Ontarians with Disabilities Act
on line training for all members Jan/14 completed)
7.4
Complete a workload study in the Communications Centre to
determine actual and future staffing and equipment needs
7.5
Meet with the City and various City Departments to explore sharing of
resources that may be beneficial to the City overall such as By-Law
Enforcement and the Dispatch Services. These discussions will
continue into year 2015 Ongoing …
Accountability:
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
Deputy Chief of Police via IT Specialist
Chief of Police via IT Specialist
Inspector of Police- Administration (Training)
Chief of Police via Administrator
Chief of Police
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Measurements:
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
7.5
Replacement of current MDT’s (2004) with new technology
Efficiencies gained with current OPTIC system
Number of CPKN and e-learning courses taken
Review workload study and action taken as a result
Implementation of shared resources throughout City
Police Facilities Objectives
Objective: “We will ensure the St. Thomas Police Service have a suitable working
environment and access to information which will enable them to adequately and
effectively deliver services to the Community”
How:
8.1
Secure adequate working space for the Police Service. Architects
continuing through different phases of drawings for new building on
Third Ave. awaiting ongoing planning and decisions in 2014 and into
2015. We continue to utilize some space created by the building
renovations at the end of 2013.
8.2
Secure suitable Security system for the building. Will be included as
part of the long term building solution.
8.3
Explore interoperability solutions with the City with an eye to a long
term secure radio system solution for the Police Service. A second
operational radio channel to be used in the new court house was
added to our current radio system in November 2013. Currently
waiting for Bell software for the installation of NG 911. Also continue to
investigate who bears the cost of the NG 911 system. Secure radio
system is a Capital budget item for 2018 ongoing…
Accountability:
Measurements:
8.1 Chief of Police / Police Services Board
8.2 Chief of Police /Police Service Board
8.3 Chief of Police / Police Services Board
8.1
8.2
8.3
Amount of additional new space secured
Security systems employed for Service
Results of Radio needs study / Meetings with various City
Departments and partners
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ST. THOMAS POLICE
ANNUAL CRIME STATISTICS - 2014
DESCRIPTION
CRIMES OF VIOLENCE
Homicide/Attempt Murder
Robbery
Sexual Assaults & Other Sexual
Offences
Non-Sexual Assaults
CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY
Break & Enter
Thefts-Motor Vehicle and
Thefts Over, Under & Possession
Fraud
Arson
Mischief
OTHER CRIMINAL CODE
Weapons
Bail Violations
CONTROLLED DRUGS AND SUBSTANCES ACT
All C.D.S.A. Offences
CRIMINAL DRIVING OFFENCES
Impaired Driving/Over .08
Refuse Breath Sample
Disqualified Driving
Number of Criminal Charges:
Criminal Charges:
Adult Male:
Adult Females:
Young Offender Males:
Young Offender Females:
Highway Traffic Act (PON's Issued):
Liquor Licence Act (Charges):
Parking Violations:
Motor Vehicle Collisions:
Number of Fatal MVC's:
Number of Reportable MVC's (without Injuries):
Number of Reportable MVC's (with Injuries):
Number of People Injured:
Number of Incidents:
1ST QRT. 2ND QRT.
3RD QRT.
4TH QRT.
2014 TOTAL 2013 TOTAL
0
0
0
5
0
0
0
0
0
5
1
10
8
39
6
46
10
48
7
51
31
184
29
198
15
43
32
35
125
94
67
31
1
30
113
13
0
62
136
15
5
57
92
18
2
61
408
77
8
210
427
83
2
208
1
23
4
26
2
32
1
27
8
108
5
100
18
25
19
17
79
85
17
2
2
16
0
15
39
0
8
8
0
4
80
2
29
78
9
9
1278
* UCR Numbers:
399
132
49
9
** Actual Numbers:
843
289
121
25
3333
253
692
0
344
84
100
15459
* 'UCR Numbers:' These numbers are for the most serious charge within a given incident (i.e. if a male & female were each charged
in the same incident, the only number reflected in this category would be the sex of the person charged with the most serious
violation).
** 'Actual Numbers:' These numbers reflect the number of charges laid against males/females not necessarily the number of
adult/youth; males/females charged (i.e. If a male was charged with 3 different offences, the count in this field would be 3).
DESCRIPTION
CRIMES OF VIOLENCE
Homicide/Attempt Murder
Robbery
Sexual Assaults & Other Sexual
Offences
Non-Sexual Assaults
CRIMES AGAINST PROPERTY
Break & Enter
Thefts-Motor Vehicle and Theft Over, Under and
Possession
Fraud
Arson
Mischief
OTHER CRIMINAL CODE
Weapons
Bail Violations
CONTROLLED DRUGS AND SUBSTANCES ACT
All C.D.S.A. Offences
CRIMINAL DRIVING OFFENCES
Impaired Driving/Over .08
Refuse Breath Sample
Disqualified Driving
CRIMINAL CHARGES – GENERAL STATISTICS
Number of Criminal Charges *
Adult Males Charged **
Adult Females Charged **
Young Offender Males Charged **
Young Offender Females Charged **
PROVINCIAL OFFENCES AND BY-LAW STATISTICS
Highway Traffic Act
Liquor Licence Act
Parking Violations
MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISIONS
Fatal MVC's
Reportable MVC's (without Injuries)
Reportable MVC's (with Injuries)
Number of People Injured
GENERAL STATISTICS
Number of Incidents
2014
2013
0
5
1
10
31
184
29
198
125
94
408
77
8
210
427
83
2
208
8
108
5
100
79
85
80
2
29
78
9
9
1278
399
132
49
9
1262
409
112
50
10
3333
253
692
3535
290
774
0
344
84
100
1
374
87
115
15459
14890
* These numbers reflect the actual number of criminal charges laid.
** These numbers are for the most serious charge within a given incident( ie. If a male and female were each charged
in the same incident, the only number reflected in this category would be the sex of the person charged with the most
serious violation.
Civilian Division
Members of the Civilian division including the Systems Administrator (IT), Police
Communicators, Clerks, Special Constables and Police Cadets perform a variety of
important tasks in support of the front line officers. Our Police Service is reliant on the
efficiencies of computer technology and the ever-changing applications of new
technology improve the way in which the tasks of our members are performed in the
delivery of the most effective policing services. Our Systems Administrator, Thomas
Paine, maintains our current systems, provides daily technical support, plans for future
upgrades, and recommends and implements approved changes to our technology and
communications systems.
Police Communicators are the initial call takers who assess the needs of callers and
dispatch the necessary officers and support agencies to respond appropriately to
emergency situations. Our clerical staff are responsible for a wide range of clerical
duties from front reception, data entry, quality control, transcription, record
management, CPIC entry and validation, Freedom of Information requests, statistical
compilation and relief communication and dispatch, to name a few. Special Constables
provide security in courtrooms and court facilities; manage persons being held in
custody and escort prisoners to and from courts from our holding cells and other prison
facilities throughout the province. Special Constable, Lisa Johnson, is responsible for
the management of all property that comes into the possession of the Police Service.
Police Cadets are our newest recruits who are hired to participate in the cadet program
that will serve as an initial training ground for their future career as Police officers. After
a period of time as a police cadet and when vacancies arise, police cadets are sent to
the Ontario Police College to complete the Basic Constable training program and then
return to our Service to be sworn in as a Constable.
Formal and In-service Training by St. Thomas Police Service 2014
By: Inspector Traichevich
2014 was another busy year with respect to upgrade training for many members of the Police Service. Our
primary training facility remains at the Ontario Police College for most all formal training courses however a
number of other Police Agencies hosted various courses that our membership took part in. Other Training
venues included the Toronto Police College; Peel Regional Police Service; Chatham-Kent Police Service;
Western Region O.P.P.; the London Police Service; Elgin O.P.P. as wells as a number of training venues in
Guelph, Mississauga, Ottawa and Port Elgin to name a few.
In totality, forty one (41) uniform & civilian members undertook some form of formal training throughout the
year which amounted to approximately 345 actual training days. Training on these courses consisted of
upgrade training in relation to “Advanced Communication Techniques” for civilian radio operators, CPIC
training for civilian clerks and attendance at an annual “Communicator’s Conference” where a number of
timely subjects are reviewed.
The Criminal Investigations Brach members also took part in a number of formal training courses as per the
Police Services Act Adequacy Standards. Some of those courses were in relation to general investigative
techniques; fraud investigations; sexual assaults; facilitating computer technology investigations; drug
investigations, managing investigations through Power Case and Major Case Management. The Criminal
Intelligence Service of Ontario also provided some valuable training for our Drug Enforcement Unit officers
during 2014.
In keeping up with changing times, members of the St. Thomas Police Administration as well as members from
the St. Thomas Police Association attended the Police Association of Ontario hosted “Labor Law” conference.
The Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police also hosted a similar “Professional Standards Conference” dealing
mainly with various legal issues that have been dealt with in the Policing environment.
Aside from formal training, all uniform members participated in mandated in-service training in the spring of
2014 which consisted of firearms training and re-qualifications on the Smith & Wesson semi-auto service
pistol as well as departmental shotguns. Supervisors at the rank of Sergeant and Staff Sergeant were also requalified as operators/handlers of the Taser X26 Conducted Energy Weapon. Baton strike training, O/C spray
and defensive tactics re-qualifications were also completed in the spring sessions. Block Training in the spring
of 2014 commenced in early April and was completed by the end of May. The training venue in 2014 was
again at the East Elgin Sportsman’s Association facilities. This training was facilitated by St. Thomas Police Inservice Use of Force Trainers.
The fall sessions of In-service Block Training commenced in mid-September and were completed in early
November. Officers and many civilians took part in an information session with the Elgin County Crown
Attorney with respect to impaired driving offences and other relates legal issues. This segment of the training
was also opened up to and provided to the Elgin O.P.P. and the Aylmer Police Service. Many of their members
took advantage of this training opportunity as well. That session was followed by “Suspect Apprehension
Pursuit Driver Training updates and the need to drive responsibly and arriving at your call for service alive.
Active Canadian Training Inc. capped off the balance of the training day and over 86 members were recertified in First Aid, CPR and AED training.
The Police Service also trained four new Intoxilyzer Technicians on the 8000C breath machines in our never
ending battle against impaired drivers. Two Police Cadets were also trained in Basic Recruit Constable Training
at the Ontario Police College and upon graduation were sworn in as Fourth Class Constables. They
commenced Field Training with designated Coach Officers on general patrol duties – attached to the Uniform
Platoons from April through to late summer before being put on solo general patrol.
March 24, 2014 saw the opening of the St. Thomas Consolidated Courthouse on Wellington Street. A number
of new Special Constables and the existing Court Services Branch of the Police Service effectively moved from
the Justice Building to the Courthouse for mandated Court Security and prisoner transport and handling
duties. From mid January through to early spring, the new Special Constables job shadowed existing staff to
learn the Court system and the police roles and functions. The transition to the new Court facilities was
relatively seamless and the same level of quality prisoner handling continues today.
Other timely short segment training takes place continuously at the Platoon level during shift briefings. Many
members continue to upgrade personal training through on-line courses offered by the Canadian Police
Knowledge Network. St. Thomas Police remain connected to the Ontario Police Video Training Alliance and as
such take advantage of numerous training videos produced and distributed to policing agencies.
Training continues to play an important role in the professional development of our officers.
The St. Thomas Police Service maintains that a well educated, well- trained workforce results in excellent
service to the community, enhances the quality of life for the citizens we serve, and assists in providing a safe
community in which to live, work and play.
2014 Use of Force Options
By: Deputy Chief Driedger
Incidents requiring Use of Force (Reportable in nature)
2010- 27 Incidents
2011- 33 Incidents
2012- 21 Incidents
2013- 42 Incidents
2014- 16 Incidents
Trends 2010 – 2014
In reviewing the Use of Force Reports for the years 2010 through 2014, it is noted that the number of
Use of Force incidents remained reasonably constant for years 2010, 2011, and 2012. There was a
dramatic increase in Use of Force incidents from 2012 to 2013 (from 21 to 42 incidents). This large
increase is due in a very large part to the number of animals that were required to be dispatched in
2013 for humanitarian reasons. From 2013 to 2014, there was a dramatic decrease in reportable Use
of Force incidents, again due in large part to the low numbers of animals in 2014 that were required to
be dispatched. The number of animals that Officers were required to destroy in year 2014 was seven
(7) animals (predominantly raccoons and deer) which were injured or sick for humanitarian purposes
(in 2013 there was 27).
In 2014, Officers drew their firearms in seven (7) incidents. In 2013, Officers drew their firearms in
nine (9) incidents and in 2012 officers drew their firearms in twelve (12) incidents. The most
prevalent weapons that officers face are knives and other edged weapons and the use, or suspected
use, of a firearm. As mentioned earlier, in 2014 officers used their firearms on seven (7) occasions to
dispatch sick or injured animals.
The Conducted Energy Device (CED) or Taser has been seldom used from 2010 to 2014. The Taser
was not deployed at all in 2010; in 2011 the Taser was deployed twice; in 2012 the Taser was used
once; during 2013 the CEW (Taser) was used two (2) times. During 2014, the Taser was, as in 2010
not used.
O/C (Pepper) Spray has also been used sparingly from 2010-2014, having been used four times in
2010, not at all in 2011, twice in 2012, four times in 2013 and in 2014 it was not used.
The baton was used twice in 2010, not at all in 2011, twice in 2012, three (3) times in 2013 and in
2014, the baton was not utilized.
On one (1) occasion, empty hand techniques in the form of knee strikes to the thigh were used to
subdue a male who was inside a vehicle and resisting arrest.
On one (1) occasion, Police Service dog “Trax” was utilized to assist in the arrest of a combative male
and in so doing bit the male subject.
The Use of Force statistics are reflective of some areas of the yearly crime statistics for the City. The
drawing of firearms often correlates to persons suspected of being in possession of a weapon and
high risk drug warrants where officers are entering residences to search for narcotics or for high risk
vehicle stops where the occupants are known violent offenders.
These and other trends will continue to be monitored on a yearly basis.
In reviewing all of the Use of Force reports as submitted by various officers throughout the year 2014,
our members chose the proper Use of Force options available to them and utilized them adequately
and effectively in the performance of their duties. Good judgment was displayed and a minimal
amount of force was used wherever possible.
Statistics – 2014
1) Firearms were drawn or displayed to public view in seven (7) incidents during the year. On seven
(7) occasions firearms were utilized to dispatch injured animals for humanitarian purposes.
2) The Conducted Energy Device (Taser) was not in 2014.
3) Aerosol weapons (O/C Spray) was not utilized in 2014.
4) The baton was utilized zero (0) times in 2014.
5) Empty hand techniques were used in one (1) situation in 2014.
6) PSD Trax was sent for apprehension on one (1) occasion in 2014.
Note: Some incidents below involve the use of multiple Use of Force options within a single incident.
Therefore the actual number of incidents reported may vary from the number of incidents below.
Firearms
On April 8, 2014, Police were dispatched to an area in Shaw Valley near Old Course Road regarding
several people in the area with handguns. As the first officer on the scene was parking the cruiser, a
teenaged male was observed walking from behind a hill of dirt with a black handgun in his right hand.
The officer drew their firearm, pointed it at the youth and ordered the male to drop his weapon. The
male complied and dropped the handgun. It was later found that the hand gun was an “Air Soft” gun
that appeared to be a real handgun.
On May 16, 2014, Police executed an arrest warrant at a residence on Wellington Street. Information
was that the male suspect may be in possession of a firearm. As a result, Police deployed the
shotgun while entering the residence. The male was inside the house and was arrested without
incident.
On May 23, 2014, a male attended at the Police Station to report a domestic disturbance that just
occurred at an address on Ross Street. During the argument between the man and the woman, the
woman took a large steak knife and held it to her leg where she threatened to cut herself with it. In
fact, the man reported to the officers that she did cut herself with the knife. The woman also
threatened to overdose on methadone which she had in the house. The man then left the house and
came to the St Thomas Police Station to report the incident. He also advised Police that his girlfriend
had damaged his cell phone and he wanted Police to check on her well being and have her removed
from his residence. Police attended the apartment and searched for the woman. While searching the
apartment, the woman emerged from a closet with a dark object in her hand. One of the officers drew
his pistol and ordered the woman to drop the item in her hand. The woman complied and it was found
she had the damaged cell phone still in her hand and didn’t have any other weapons on her. The
steak knife was located in a different room than where the female was located. The woman was
released a short time later and there was no injury to the woman or the officers.
On June 10, 2014, an officer was on general patrol in the area of the Walmart parking lot in St.
Thomas. The officer observed a white GMC pickup that appeared suspicious and was being
operated at a high rate of speed. The officer ran the license plate on CPIC and found that the pickup
was reported stolen to a Police Service from another jurisdiction. The vehicle continued at a high rate
of speed and collided with another vehicle when it ran a red light at an intersection off First Avenue.
The driver of the pickup and another male passenger fled on foot and tried to steal two other
occupied vehicles near the scene by forcefully attempting to pull the drivers out of the vehicles and
take them. The first officer on the scene drew their firearm and affected a gun point arrest of the
driver of the pickup. The passenger continued to flee on foot and was soon caught by two other
officers who conducted a gun point arrest on the passenger of the pick up as well. Multiple serious
criminal charges were laid against both the driver and the passenger of the pickup, including 2 counts
each of attempted robbery, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, possession of narcotics and
attempt robbery with a weapon as well as several other criminal charges. Both parties were arrested
without injury to either them or any officers. There was no serious injury as a result of the accident
they caused.
On July 21, 2014, officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle which contained a suspected drug
dealer known to carry weapons as well as drugs within the vehicle. When stopped, the suspected
drug dealer had his hands behind himself and was ordered to show Police his hands. The suspect
refused to obey Police commands and as a result, the officer drew their service pistol for their own
safety and pointed it at the suspect while continuing to order the suspect to show Police his hands.
The male suspect complied with Police orders at this time and the suspect was taken into custody
with no injury to them or to the officers. As a result, the suspect was charged with possession of
crystal methamphetamine; obstruct Police and breach of probation.
On October 10, 2014, officers attempted a traffic stop on a dead end road near the north side of the
City, on a vehicle being operated by a male who was a disqualified driver. This male was also known
to Police to have a history for carrying firearms and to be violent. The driver of the vehicle refused to
stop and at the dead end, turned around and drove at one of the officer’s who had stepped out of
their cruiser. The officer pointed their firearm at the driver and yelled at him to stop. The driver
refused to stop and continued on, missing the officer but hitting the front corner of the officer’s cruiser.
The two officers on scene did not pursue the male driver as they had already identified him. No one
was injured and the damage to the Police Cruiser was not severe. The male driver was arrested later
that day for this offence. No Officers or any member of the public was injured as a result of this
incident.
On November 11, 2014 just before nine p.m., the London Police Service contacted the St Thomas
Police Service and advised that they had just had a stabbing in their city and the culprit was last seen
in a cab southbound on Highbury Avenue. The culprit was known to be violent and a hater of Police.
It was also believed that the culprit still had the knife with him in the cab. A short while later, the
culprit was observed by two St Thomas officers in a cab near the corner of Highbury Avenue and
South Edgeware Road. The officers conducted a high risk traffic stop on the cab and the culprit was
ordered out of the cab and onto the ground at gunpoint. The culprit was arrested for aggravated
assault and was taken into custody without incident. There were no injuries to either the culprit or the
officers.
Conducted Energy Device (Taser)
As mentioned earlier in the report the CEW (Taser) was not deployed in 2014.
Aerosol Weapons
As mentioned earlier in the report there was no Aerosol Weapon (Pepper Spray) used in 2014
Baton
As mentioned earlier in the report the Baton was not deployed or used in 2014.
Empty Hand Techniques
On May 27, 2014, officers arrested a male suspect as a result of a traffic stop in the area of Talbot
Street in St Thomas for driving while under suspension. The male began to actively resist officers
and as a result, one of the officers applied two or three knee strikes to the accused person’s right
thigh. This gained compliance from the male and he was then arrested without further incident.
Police Service Dog - Trax
On May 8, 2014, following a pursuit, the canine unit was called to the scene to search the area where
the driver was last seen after dumping the car. The wanted male party was eventually located and
when officers attempted to arrest him, the male began to actively resist. Police Service Dog, Trax
was given the apprehension command and the suspect was secured by the dog. The male
immediately complied with Police orders and the dog was released and the suspect was safely taken
into custody. The male received medical attention for minor injuries from the bite.
2014 Traffic Report
By Staff Sergeant Russ Yates
Traffic safety, education, and enforcement remain a high priority for the St. Thomas Police
Service and our community as indicated in the results of our internal and community surveys.
Traffic safety is an integral part of our business plan and remains a very important element of
policing in our community.
In order to effectively address traffic concerns, the St. Thomas Police Service uses a traffic
project format to assess each complaint and then take action through a series of appropriate
steps to address the complaint through referral, education or enforcement. The police service
works closely with community resources such as the by-law department, the City Roads
department and our own internal resources such as the Community Services officer and our
media relations officer to effectively address every situation.
When the Police Service receives a traffic complaint of an ongoing nature, an officer is assigned
to investigate and report their findings. If the complaint warrants further police action, a traffic
project is initiated and patrol officers are assigned this task daily in addition to their regular
patrol duties. Not all traffic complaints result in an actual traffic project. If the officer can
effectively address the complaint immediately, they will do so. If the complaint can be better
addressed with the assistance of our community partners, a traffic project may not be the most
effective way to deal with the situation and an alternative course of action is taken. Traffic
projects are geared primarily towards education and enforcement; some complaints received
are beyond the control of the police service and need to be addressed differently such as
complaints suggesting lower speeds, other speed control devices (speed bumps), or changes to
municipal by-laws. Every traffic complaint is taken seriously and is followed up by officers.
Not all traffic projects are as a result of an external complaint. Some traffic projects are
generated based on statistical information such as high collision intersections or known areas
where traffic safety is at risk or on new legislative changes such as the distracted driving
legislation.
From May 13th to 20th the St Thomas Police Service participated in Canada Road Safety Week,
a national campaign aimed at making Canada’s roads the safest in the world. During this
program, 51 charges were laid in relationship to seatbelts, distracted driving and other driving
violations.
On July 3rd, 2014 the St Thomas Police Service hosted a Four Counties Policing traffic initiative.
This initiative has been a yearly initiative for several years. Officers from St Thomas Police,
London Police, Aylmer Police, Strathroy Police, Stratford Police and Woodstock Police worked
throughout the City enforcing all traffic laws with a focus on distracted driving. This enforcement
program had excellent results. In all 32 charges were laid. St Thomas Police supports its
partners and supplies an officer to those other jurisdictions when they host the initiative.
From October 10th, 2014 to October 13th, 2014 the St Thomas Police participated in “Operation
Impact”, a National Traffic Safety Awareness, Education and Enforcement Campaign, designed
to assist in making Canada’s roadways the safest in the world. The aim of this year’s campaign
was to provide public awareness & related traffic enforcement where warranted, to reduce
injuries and deaths on our roads. A total of 62 charges were laid throughout this Thanksgiving
period. Forty-four drivers were charged with speeding. Six drivers were charged with distracted
driving. The remaining twelve charges included not wearing a seatbelt, not having the proper
permits and disobeying stop signs. One young driver was charged with having a BAC reading.
In 2014, the St Thomas Police generated and assigned 25 traffic projects which is slightly down
from 26 in 2013. Based on those 25 traffic projects 387 reports were submitted which was an
increase. As a result of these 25 projects, 244 Provincial Offences Notices (tickets) were issued.
This was a 20% increase from the previous year. There were also 17 bylaw charges laid.
In 2014, we continued use of a radar speed sign. This sign is deployed by cadets to remind
drivers of their speeds. This sign is also deployed at locations where there are speeding
complaints. The sign can be deployed for a few days and gather all the speeds. Charts can be
produced from those speeds determining if speeding is an actual issue or not. There are times
where speeds appear much faster than they are. The sign has allowed us to focus on the actual
speed issues. The sign was deployed a number of times for police complaints and deployed to
assist the City in complaints they have. When it is deployed it usually finds that speeding is not
an issue.
Road safety will always be a very high priority for the St. Thomas Police Service.
Traffic Projects in 2014
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Speeding on Sunset Drive
Driving on closed road while Balaclava Street bridge was repaired
Parking at June Callwood, Locke’s and Mitchell Hepburn Public Schools
Speeding on Sauvé Ave
New stop signs at Manor/Chestnut
Heavy truck parking on streets in the Industrial area
Parking blocking sidewalks
Failing to stop for bus lights
Stop sign Centre/Elgin
Stop sign Churchill/Brant
Stop sign Pine Valley
Stop sign Fairview/Axford
Speeding Fairview/Warehouse
Speeding Lake Margaret Trail
Passing off roadway Fairview/Raven
Speeding Manor Road
Spring and Fall Distracted driving project
Operation Student Safety (back to school traffic enforcement)
Parking around the new court house on Wellington
Drinking and Driving Offences
By Staff Sergeant Randy Mundt
In 2014, the St. Thomas Police Service conducted a total of 54 Intoxilyzer tests.
Of the 54 subjects tested, 48 produced readings in excess of the legal limit of 80 milligrams of alcohol
in 100 millitres of blood, while six produced readings under the legal limit. Those six subjects were
issued a three day suspension and released unconditionally without criminal charges. Six subjects
were arrested and tested as a result of a motor vehicle collision. All of the subjects tested provided
samples that were suitable for analysis.
Individuals that are arrested and brought before an Intoxilyzer Technician and blow over the legal limit
are either charged with impaired driving, CC 253 (1)(a), operate motor vehicle with more than 80
milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood, CC 253(1)(b), refuse breath sample, CC 254 (5), or a
combination of two of the three offences. As a result, a total of 70 Criminal Code Charges were
processed as a result of drinking and driving enforcement. This is up from a total of 60 charges in
2013.
Of the 54 subjects tested, 43 were on males. The oldest person tested was 77 years old, while the
youngest was 18 years old. The highest recorded reading by a subject during the year was 320 mg
of alcohol in 100 ml of blood. This is four times the legal limit.
2014 Quarter 4
(January 1st – December 31st) Collision Statistics
St. Thomas Police Service – 2014 Q4 (Jan – Dec) Collision Statistics
Breakdown of MVAR (401) Classification of Collisions
Drivers with improper licenses: 8
Drivers with suspended licenses: 5
Collisions reported on roads that were under repair or construction: Total Incidents: 1
Breathalyzers Administered: Total Incidents: 10
2014
Collisions Breakdowns
Sequence of Events
Total Incidents
Total Parties
N/A
2
2
Other Motor Vehicles
349
609
Unattended Vehicle
77
77
Pedestrian
18
18
Cyclist
12
12
Animal (Domestic)
2
2
Animal (Wild)
12
12
Ran Off Road
4
4
Skidding/Sliding
21
22
Debris on Road
1
1
Debris Falling Off Vehicle
2
2
2014
Collisions Breakdowns
Sequence of Events
Total Incidents
Total Parties
Steel Guide Rail
1
1
Pole (Utility/Tower)
6
6
Pole (Sign/Parking Meter)
3
3
Fence/Noise Barrier
2
2
Snowbank/drift
1
1
Ditch
1
1
Curb
3
3
Building/wall
3
3
Other Moveable Object
1
1
Other (Other Events)
2
2
Other Fixed Object
4
4
2014 Q4 January 1St – December 31st
Collision Dates
Collision Times
Collision Day
Vehicle Actions
Environmental Conditions
Initial Impact Type
Collisions Involving Pedestrians
Total Incidents: 18 | Total Parties: 18
Collision Date
Collision Time
Day of Week
Driver Actions
Driver Condition
Pedestrian Actions
Pedestrian Condition
2014 Q4 January 1st – December 31st
Collisions Involving Alcohol or Drugs
Where driver condition is one of:- 02 had been drinking, 03 ability impaired, alcohol (over .08) -04 ability impaired, alcohol
-05 ability impaired, drugs
Total Incidents: 11 | Total Parties: 11
Collision Date
Collision Day
Collision Time
Driver Action
Driver Condition
Specified Driver Age
Top Intersections
Top Intersections with Driver Profile
Crime Prevention / Media Relations Officer
By: Constable Jeff De Leeuw
What exactly is Crime Prevention you ask? The definition provided by Crime Prevention in Ontario: A
framework for Action is, “The anticipation, recognition and appraisal of a crime risk and the actions
taken- including the integrated community leadership required – to remove or reduce it.” Clear as
mud? I thought so. It‟s my job to clear up the mud and help you understand what exactly it means.
To sum it all up it simply means – let‟s identify crimes that can or have occurred, let‟s figure out when,
where and why they have occurred, and together brainstorm ideas of what we can do to prevent it
from occurring again.
Community Mobilization is the key ingredient to Crime Prevention. Whether it‟s serving a cup of
coffee at Tim Horton‟s camp day, putting a worm on a hook during the Kids Cops and Canadian Tire
Fishing derby or shaving your head during Cops for Cancer research, I‟ve learned that getting in
touch with our community and engaging in simple conversation can lead to many ideas or concepts
that we may use in the future. In 2014, we introduced our first ever Prescription Drug Drop off day as
well as our first ever Shred it Day at the St. Thomas Seniors Centre. Both of these events were
extremely successful and we plan on doing these events again in 2015.
One of the main areas of focus is Crime Prevention through Social Development – Youth
engagement. This is when the Anti-Bullying initiative, “3 on 3, NOT 3 on me”, came to fruition. A
group of three is encouraged to work as a team to accomplish their goals and form new friendships
instead of targeting one youth. Children from grades 1 to 8 were encouraged to participate. The
program involves Police having positive interaction with the youth of our community, engaging them
in active conversation on the effects of bullying followed by a friendly competition in Hockey,
Basketball, or Soccer. We ran 11 dates
spread out through the summer. I believe
everyone who attended enjoyed themselves.
Children at a young age often say that they
want to be a Policeman and think it‟s cool to
dress up as one. Seeing the children at the
Teddy Bear picnic or at the Day out with
Thomas and educating them is just the first
step to our successful Community
Mobilization-Crime Prevention program.
“Thorough economic evaluation has shown
that preventing just one career criminal can
save society over $2 million.”(Penn State
University).
Here are a list of some of the other events I have participated in as a part of the crime prevention
program this past year: International Emergency Response Day (Strathroy)-Mc Happy DayInternational Police Week-MADD walk for Strides-Seniors picnic in the park-MADD candle light vigilSt. Thomas housing Fire drills-Career day Fanshawe College-Shootin‟ the Breeze(Valley View)-St.
Thomas Home Show-Cops for Cancer-Chatham Kent Police Muster-Law Enforcement Torch RunCrime Prevention Week, and our annual popularity contest with the Fire Department during the Fire
Muster. I also serve on the Suicide Coalition of Elgin County, Elgin Elder Abuse Committee,
M.A.D.D., Alzheimer‟s Society of Elgin, Safe Communities, and Road Safety Committee (R-Safes).
It‟s these community partnerships that will assist us in serving our community to the best of our ability.
The programs that I generally speak about when requested are topics such as: Elder Abuse, Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design, Seniors Taking Extra Precautions, Lock it or Lose it,
Robbery Prevention, Identity Theft and more frequently scams. There are lots of people out there
willing to take your hard earned money from you! Don‟t be a victim. Remember never give out
personal information to anyone over the phone unless you have initiated the call. Don‟t let anyone
pressure you into to home repairs and always get a second or third opinion. Check our
website/facebook for updates on current scams occurring in our city. If you find that you have
become a victim, contact us right away.
In November 2014, I organized a “MOvember” Campaign which let our officers grow a moustache
during the month of November for a donation. As a result, we raised $1,000.00 which was presented
to the Canadian Cancer Society at our Guns „N‟ Hoses Hockey Game against the St. Thomas Fire
Department, which took place November 29, 2014 at the Timken Centre. A grand total of $5,044.31
was raised through donations by everyone who attended. What a great show of support from our
Community. It‟s these types of events, I feel help the community to see us as regular people, outside
of the uniform, and are an important part of relationship building and developing the “Circle of Trust.”
There are more great things to come in 2015…….
Stay Safe St. Thomas
Community Resource 2014
The community resource officer position continues to gain momentum
each year making positive change amongst youth in our city. Constable
Tanya Calvert continues to represent the St. Thomas Police Service within
the city’s four high schools and alternative education centers. The
majority of her time is spent dealing with issues relating to youth
education, enforcement and deterrence of crime. PC Calvert partners
with community resources to offer effective solutions to youth in crisis
such as Thames Valley District School Board, London District Catholic
School Board, Youth Probation, Oxford-Elgin Child and Youth Services,
Elgin-St. Thomas Public Health and many more. For more information or
to book a class presentation contact PC Calvert at: [email protected]
PC Calvert takes a
selfie with BOB
FACCA during the
walk to end
Duchenne’s
Muscular Dystrophy.
St. Thomas Police
were proud to assist
with a traffic escort
as the motorcade
travelled through
town
Mayor’s 20 minute
clean up challenge
Grade Eight Open House at Parkside
Collegiate Institute! Thanks for all your
help Stampy the Stampeeder and our
friends at the house of blue!
Young Drivers get the facts on Distracted Driving
and Impaired Driving during a presentation at
Drivers Ed. PC Calvert demonstrates the AlcoSensor Roadside Screening Device.
Celebrating Diversity with Sgt.
Pallister and the LGBTQ
community
Taking the Pledge
Bullying Awareness Week Nov 17-21, 2014
Supporting an inclusive environment everywhere
Chief Pinnell shares an interview
with CTV news reported Nick
Paparella. The Chief recounts his
own personal experiences with
bullying and stresses the
importance of intervention
Bullying Prevention Committee
Flag Raising at City Hall
Nick Paparella CTV news, Chief
Darryl Pinnell, Mayor Heather
Jackson and Melanie Silos-Crowell
Students from St. Joseph’s Catholic
High School attend City Hall to take
the pledge with St. Thomas Police
Members and CTV news reported
Nick Paparella
Community Services Officer
By: Constable Brian Kempster
Constable Brian Kempster is the Community Services Officer and attends the grade schools in St.
Thomas on a daily basis. Constable Kempster provides information on various topics to classes from
JK to Grade 8. Some of the programs delivered include; bullying, proper use of 911, drug awareness,
bicycle and pedestrian safety, internet safety and duties of a police officer. Grade 6 students in the
London District Catholic School Board and the Thames Valley District School Board receive the
Values, Influences and Peers (VIP) program. The Community Services Officer attends the grade 6
classes from both School Boards and delivers portions of this program.
2014 marked the fourth year that the Police Service participated in the Youth in Policing Initiative.
This initiative by the Ministry of Children and Youth Services provided youth with a unique summer
employment opportunity and sought to:
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Strengthen the relationship between the Service and youth residing in our communities.
Develop a mentoring relationship with youth to promote policing as a career.
Provide youth with a safe and positive summer employment opportunity through diverse and
productive work assignments.
Promote community leadership and civic responsibility.
Promote the St. Thomas Police Service as an employer of choice.
Constable Kempster assisted in starting the program in St. Thomas in 2011 and acted as one of the
mentors to the youth that was hired by the St. Thomas Police. Nathan Koyounian and Andrew
Thompson were the students hired in the summer of 2014. During the 8 week program the students
were involved in the YMCA day camps as mentors and team leaders. Both students received
presentations from various operational and administrative units within the service. The summer
students attended “The Ripple Effect” symposium that was hosted by Durham Regional Police. The
Ripple Effect was a day of motivational presentations attended by Youth in Policing Students from all
across Ontario.
At the end of the program Nathan and Andrew had a greater understanding and respect for what the
members of the St. Thomas Police Service do on a daily basis. They attended a “graduation”
luncheon with their families (which included a school representative) as a thank-you for their hard
work and dedication to the initiative.
The Community Services Officer also assisted with Bob Izumi’s Kids, Cops and Canadian Tire
Fishing Days that was held at Pinafore Park during the summer of 2014. This year’s event at the
park was extremely successful. The weather cooperated and over 160 kids participated in the event,
which makes 2014 the largest event to date.
The Community Services Officer also works in partnership with various community groups such as
Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of St. Thomas, Risk Watch, R-Safes,
Youth RAISE, Elgin Anti-Bullying Committee as well as other committees run by the Elgin-St. Thomas
Public Health. 2014 marked the thirteenth year that the Community Services Officer and Crime
Prevention Officer participated in the Big Brothers/Big Sisters Kids and Cops camp here in St.
Thomas. The camp is a week of fun and educational activities that takes place at the end of each
summer and is run jointly by the St. Thomas Police Service and Big Brothers and Big Sisters of St.
Thomas.
Constable Kempster attends a number of community events and provides tours of the police station
to various groups. Constable Kempster also fields numerous enquiries from the grade schools in St.
Thomas in an effort to free up officers working on platoons so that they can deal with other calls for
service. One of the most common calls that Constable Kempster fields from the schools is parking
complaints. There are regularly parking issues at nearly every school in St. Thomas. These issues
can usually be dealt with effectively by having parents obey the parking signs posted around the
schools, dropping off their children a little earlier at their school, or parking a little further from the
school and allowing children to walk a couple metres more. The parking restrictions around the
schools are designed with the safety of the children at the schools in mind. By disobeying the parking
signs, we are putting the children’s safety at risk.
Elementary School Programs
JK/SK
 Meet the police, read book called "Keeping You Safe" to class.
 Ask the children what they know about police and show them the equipment.
Grade One
 911- know your address and phone number (read “Impatient Pamela calls 9-1-1”)
Grade Two
 Bullying talk
 Talk about good play and bad play on school grounds
Grade Three
 Abduction
 Touch on the subject of freedom from parents, eg. being able to look in the toy section while
mom or dad shop in a store. Starting to walk to school in groups. etc.
Grade Four
 Bicycle Safety
Grade Five
 Race Against Drugs
Grade Six
 VIP program for participating schools
Grade Seven
 Internet Safety
 Sexting
Grade Eight
 Binge Drinking
 Internet safety and sexting again when issues arise at schools
Home Schooled Children
 Present various topics once or twice a year to a group of home schooled children who meet
monthly (topic determined in conversation with organizer)
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2014 Youth in Policing Students Andrew Thompson (left) and Nathan Koyounian (right) with
Chief Pinnell
2014 Big Brothers/Big Sisters Kids and Kops Camp at the Ojibwa Submarine
Criminal Investigations Branch Annual Report 2014
By: Staff Sergeant Hank Zehr
The Criminal Investigations Branch is a team of investigators who are highly trained and capable of
handling any and all types of criminal investigations. The year 2014 was successful in securing higher
profile criminal convictions as well as steady with new criminal investigations with several matters still
before the courts.
The Criminal Investigation Branch offers specialists in general investigative techniques, fraud
investigation, Ontario major case management, homicide, sexual assault, sexual offences involving
children, elder abuse, domestic violence, the Ontario Sex Offender registry, Violent Crime Linkage
Analysis System (ViCLAS), search warrants, drug investigation, intelligence, investigative
interviewing techniques, proceeds of crime, and other specialty training.
The Criminal Investigations Branch main mandate is to investigate and help prosecute criminal
matters of a more serious nature. These criminal matters include but are not limited to murder and
any attempts, suspicious deaths and suicides, child abuse, sexual assaults, major thefts, robberies
and frauds. The sources of these investigations come directly from the victim(s), are assigned from
the platoon level, fit the threshold of a major case, or are received from other police services or
agencies. (eg. Family and Children's Services, Probation Services).
In 2014, the unit was supervised by Staff Sergeant Hank Zehr, Sergeant Kim Manuel and staffed by
highly trained investigators Constables Aaron Fraser, Luke Cummings, Scott Berge, and Terri Hikele.
In an effort to adapt to changing policing and less call volume for investigators, we will be reducing
the compliment of investigators for 2015 by one officer. This will be re-evaluated on an as needed
basis. Crime Stoppers, the Forensic Identification unit, the Drug Enforcement unit and the
Intelligence unit also fall under the Criminal Investigations Branch.
The Crime Stoppers Program was effectively led by Constable Heather White who serves as the
Coordinator of the Crime Stoppers program as our Police Service’s Domestic Violence Coordinator.
Constable White also assisted with the caseload of investigations acquired by the Criminal
Investigations team. Constable Heather White has carried on with a very long and successful Crime
Stoppers program ensuring professionalism and excellence in its delivery. She has also admirably
completed the duties as the Domestic Violence Coordinator by attending and participating in several
community groups and initiatives with a continual focus on victim safety.
The drug enforcement unit consists of 3 full time officers working in plain clothes capacity. They are
responsible for street level drug enforcement, information gathering, drug enforcement projects,
prevention, and education. This unit works very closely with community stakeholders in an effort to
combat an increasing drug problem.
Constable Dan Spicer is our Intelligence Officer responsible for the development of intelligence
information, crime analysis, liaising with other police service intelligence units, attending many
meetings, and to ensure appropriate reporting to the Criminal Intelligence Service of Ontario.
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Constable James Fast serves as our primary Forensic Identification Officer responsible for
processing crime scenes, searching, collecting and preserving any physical evidence that could
assist an investigator, and making submissions to the Centre of Forensic Science. He is also
responsible for registering, updating and monitoring the Sexual Offender Registry for the City of St.
Thomas.
Notable Incidents for 2014
Attempt Abduction – In March 2014, police investigated a report of an attempt abduction of two nine
year old girls in the area of Owaissa Street. The girls both reported to police that they were outside
playing when a male party described as being a white male, approximately 40 years of age, 5’8”5’10”, with bushy or curly grey and black hair with a grey and black beard, wearing a ¾ length coat,
possibly leather, grabbed both girls and tried to force them into his red pickup truck. The male was
unsuccessful and fled the area. Police were never able to locate the male or the truck and there have
been no repeat incidents.
Carjacking – In April 2014, St. Thomas police were notified of a vehicle pursuit by the OPP that
ended in the City of St. Thomas with the suspect vehicle getting away. A short time later, police were
called to an Edward Street parking lot in regards to a stolen vehicle. The vehicle involved in the
pursuit with the OPP was left behind. A few minutes later, police were called to the Walmart parking
lot in regards to two males fighting. As it turned out, the male that were involved in the pursuit with
the OPP and the stolen car from Edward Street had now tried stealing another vehicle from the
Walmart parking lot and was confronted by the owner and a fight ensued. The fight ended with the
suspect hitting the vehicle owner in the head with a hammer and fleeing the area. In June 2014, an
alert St. Thomas officer on general patrol observed a suspicious vehicle in the area of Walmart with
two different licence plates on the vehicle. The officer turned to initiate a traffic stop however the
suspicious vehicle had already fled the area. In checking the area, police located the vehicle that had
been involved in a motor vehicle collision at First Avenue and Edward Street. The two suspects then
got out of the suspicious (turned out to be stolen) vehicle and made several attempts to forcefully
remove drivers from their stopped cars. When the officers arrived on scene, they arrested one male
immediately and the second male was arrested a short distance away. Using DNA evidence, police
were able to link the above two incidents and lay the appropriate charges on both males.
Pharmacy Break and Enters – during the months of June, July, and September 2014, St. Thomas
Police had 3 separate break and enters to pharmacies. Investigation revealed these break and
enters were conducted by a group of individuals responsible for other pharmacy break and enters
with upwards of 34 other incidents across Ontario. The break and enters were occurring as far west
as Sarnia, as far north as Walkerton, east to Delhi, with St. Thomas as the most southern. As a result
of the numerous incidents, a joint forces investigation began with London Police, OPP, Sarnia Police
and St. Thomas Police. The investigation resulted in several males being arrested and charged with
numerous property- related offences.
Missing Person / Found Human Remains – In August 2014, police took a missing person report of
a 55 year old female, Cindy Brant. The investigation into the missing person continued daily and
eventually made its way to the Criminal Investigations Branch to continue to investigate. In
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September 2014, decomposed human remains were found at the base of the railway trestle at
Athletic Park. Using forensic evidence, police were able to conclude that the human remains were
that of our missing person Cindy Brant. Investigation revealed that her death was not criminal in
nature.
Vehicle Entries - In October 2014, after a rash of thefts from motor vehicles, a uniform officer on
general patrol observed a suspicious vehicle in an area of the City under construction. The officer
followed the vehicle and it appeared as though it was trying to elude the officer. The vehicle was
stopped and as a result of the initial investigation, the officer found numerous stolen items in the rear
of the vehicle. The 38 year old driver from London was arrested and further investigation revealed he
had been very active in the City of St. Thomas, entering parked vehicles and stealing a gamut of
property including power tools, cash, GPS, and wallets. The male had a history for similar offences
and remains in custody charged with numerous property-related offences.
Suspicious Death - On December 25th, 2014, police were called to a Talbot Street apartment in
regards to a sudden death. Police located the deceased, Danny Digiandomenico. It was determined
he had died as a result of sharp force trauma. This death is being treated as a suspicious death and
the investigation is continuing.
In addition to the above noted incidents, the Criminal Investigations Branch investigated several other
frauds, sudden deaths, property offences, high risk offenders, violent incidents and much more.
The members within this unit are a well-trained dedicated group of officers that work together as a
team and are capable of dealing with any type of investigation. Their positive team approach,
enthusiasm, and professionalism resulted in the successful conclusion of a number of serious
criminal investigations.
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FORENSIC IDENTIFICATION SERVICES 2014
By: Constable James Fast
In 2014, Police Services across the province were mandated, through the RCMP, to implement
electronic fingerprinting of charged persons. Paper form submissions were no longer being accepted.
By July 2014, the new “LIVE SCAN” unit was installed and put into operation without any
complications. A new booking room counter was built to accommodate the scanner and high
resolution printer.
In the later part of 2014, long time Scenes of Crime officer, Constable Nielsen transitioned to a lateral
position at the new Court House in the Court Services unit, allowing for the posting of two new
Scenes of Crime Officer (SOCO) positions in 2015. Selected officers will complete training at Ontario
Police College in 2015. Constable Nielsen is commended for his hard work and dedication to the
position.
Members of the Forensic Identification Section regularly attend various training opportunities at the
Ontario Police College, Association Conferences and workshops to remain diligent in their skills and
knowledge acquisition.
Forensic Identification Officers work closely with investigators and assist in major cases such as
Homicide, Sudden Death, Sexual Assaults, Robbery, Fraud and Arson. Scenes of Crime Officers
(SOCO) attend various incidents such as Break and Enters, Assaults, Theft, Mischief and Motor
Vehicle collisions. Each year, many items are collected and sent to the Centre of Forensic Science
for more in-depth analysis, usually involving Biology (DNA), Chemistry and Toxicology examinations.
Once again, collected DNA evidence, with assistance from the Centre of Forensic Science, has
helped to identify several suspects responsible for a range of offences from Break and Enters and
Mischief to Sexual Assaults.
Individuals charged with DNA Designated Offences are subject to providing blood samples upon
conviction. These blood samples undergo forensic DNA analysis where a profile is generated which
is uploaded and stored on the National DNA Databank. DNA evidence from crime scenes is then
submitted to the Centre of Forensic Science where these profiles are compared.
In 2014, fifty-five (55) convicted offenders were ordered to provide a DNA sample, six (6) more than
in 2013. However, of those 55, only 33 were new offenders, as people with prior convictions for DNA
designated offences are only required to provide a set of fingerprints as their profiles are already exist
in the databank.
Ontario Sex Offender Registry
By: Constable James Fast
The Ontario Sex Offender Registry (OSOR) database is linked to the National Sex
Offender Registry (NOSR) and information is uploaded on a daily basis. Information
from the provincial database is used by Investigators as a tool to prevent and solve
crimes of a sexual nature and is only accessible by Police Services. The St. Thomas
Police Service is audited routinely by the OPP Ontario Sex Offender Registry unit
members that manage the database.
The St Thomas Police is currently responsible for 88 convicted sex offenders with 57 of
those offenders active in the community and required to register. The remainder of
which are either in custody, deceased, live in another province, have completed their
reporting obligations or have their reporting obligations suspended, deemed NCR (Not
Criminally Responsible). NCR Offender cases are reviewed annually by the Ontario
Review Board and these offenders are not required to register until they have been
granted an absolute or conditional discharge, however, they are monitored closed by
the Forensic Unit within Regional Mental Health Care St Thomas/London.
Currently, all offenders required to register with the St Thomas Police Service are
compliant with the requirements of the Ontario Sex Offender Registry.
Domestic Violence
By: Senior Constable Heather J White#221
At the completion of the 2014 calendar year, Constable Heather White completed two years as the
Domestic Violence Coordinator and was excited to continue into 2015 striving to help all domestic
victims and their families. In January 2013, Constable White began her assignment to the Domestic
Violence office as the Domestic Violence Coordinator, after successfully completing and receiving
certification from the Ontario Police College through the Domestic Violence investigation course.
Throughout 2014, St. Thomas police officers and clerical staff have made it a priority to make sure
that the needs of all domestic victims and person(s) surrounded by domestic violence are safe and
secure in the daily lives. In 2014, officers were involved in 1088 domestic violence occurrences (in
comparison to 803 in 2013 and 509 in 2012). Of the 1088 occurrences, 114 were incidents that
resulted in domestic related charges being laid (114 in 2013 and 104 in 2012). In addition, there are
136 linked criminal code (breach of probation, breach of court orders, utter threats, etc), liquor license
act, city noise by law and highway traffic acts charges that can be affiliated to these latter mentioned
statistics.
The St. Thomas Police Service works vigorously to investigate incidents of domestic violence. Police
responding to incidents of domestic violence lay charges in all incidents of domestic assault where
there are reasonable grounds to do so. Officers employ specialized training and skills when dealing
with domestic violence to ensure support and safety to the victims and their children. Domestic
violence investigators utilize this training mandated by the province to assist them with these
sensitive, emotional and often volatile situations.
Domestic Violence is defined as “any” use of physical or sexual force, actual or threatened, in an
intimate relationship. This also includes emotional and/or psychological abuse and harassing
behaviour. Domestic Violence is not gender exclusive although the overwhelming majority of this
violence involves men abusing women.
The St. Thomas Police Service is a member of the Elgin Alliance to End Violence Committee, a
community resource partnership that has representatives from groups such as Violence against
Women Services Elgin Country, St. Thomas-Elgin Second Stage Housing, The Regional Sexual
Assault and Domestic Violence Treatment Centre, Family and Children’s Services, Victim Witness
Assistance Program (VWAP). Victim Services Elgin, Probation and Parole, Changing Ways, Crown
Attorney’s office, Aylmer Police Services and Elgin County Ontario Provincial Police, St. Thomas
Elgin General Hospital, Elgin St. Thomas Health Unit, MCC Aylmer Resource Centre, YWCA.
2014 has been an exciting year for the Elgin Alliance to End Violence committee as strides have been
made to ensure that the Elgin Coordinated Community Response Protocol is responsive to victims.
This alliance has been instrumental in identifying system issues and developing strategies to enhance
appropriate services for both victims and perpetrators.
The St. Thomas Police Service is also a founding member of existing Elgin High Risk Assessment
Reduction Team (HART). This group has representatives from Victim Witness Assistance Program,
the Crown Attorney’s Office, Probation and Parole, Elgin County OPP and the Aylmer Police Service.
Our group meets once a month to discuss, identify and manage high risk domestic offenders in our
community.
On a daily basis, domestic violence occurrences are reviewed by the domestic violence coordinator
and classified in a working database. This has been instrumental in having a working knowledge of
each occurrence, so that police can affectively respond to a victim’s enquires and their individual
needs. Police officers, along with the domestic violence coordinator, have worked together to
develop strategies to enhance a victim’s safety. This is completed through the continual sourcing of
community programs and services available in our city.
“If you succumb to the temptation of using violence in the struggle, unborn generations will be the
recipients of a long and desolate night of bitterness, and your chief legacy to the future will be an
endless reign of meaningless chaos.” ~ Martin Luther King, Jr.
Drug Enforcement Unit – 2014 Annual Report
Background
The St. Thomas Police Service Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) consists of 3 full time,
plain clothes drug enforcement officers that work in conjunction with 1 full time
intelligence officer. The Drug Enforcement Unit relies heavily on the work of the front
line uniform officers who provide information in street check form and information
gathering on a daily basis. The DEU investigations are primarily information based and
rely upon the information gathered by uniform officers, the use of confidential
informants, and the Crimestoppers program. Even with the recent changes to
prescription narcotics such as Oxycodone that makes it more difficult for users to abuse
the drug, prescription narcotics are still widely abused within the city of St Thomas.
Opioids such as Hydromorphone are continually dealt from lawful prescriptions and
misused within the city of St Thomas and are highly addictive. In 2014, the use of
crystal methamphetamine also became more prevalent within the city and continues to
be an issue on the rise.
Incidents of Note
During 2014, an initiative was spearheaded by Constable Boyes to help minimize the
abuse of Fentanyl within the city of St Thomas. With the assistance of North Bay Police,
the Elgin St Thomas Public Health Centre, and local doctors and pharmacists, the City
now has a program in place that requires patients to return their used Fentanyl patches
to their pharmacist in order to receive their new Fentanyl patches in accordance with the
prescription refills. The “Patch 4 Patch” program has been a great success since first
implemented and has lead to a remarkably significant decrease in the dealing and
misuse of Fentanyl.
In October 2014, the St Thomas Police DEU executed a search warrant at several
different residences as a result of an ongoing investigation into the distribution of large
amounts of marihuana within the city. As a result of the search warrants, four parties
were arrested, 536 grams of marihuana with a street value of $5360, and over $10,000
in currency was seized.
Throughout 2014, the St Thomas Police DEU made arrests at the street level resulting
in the seizure of various amounts of crystal methamphetamine. As previously stated,
methamphetamine is a fairly new drug in the city of St Thomas that saw a significant
increase in its demand and use in 2014. Methamphetamine is a very dangerous drug
that affects the central nervous system and is highly addictive. Studies show that use of
the drug significantly changes how the brain functions, and over time leads to severe
structural and functional changes in the brain, essentially causing the brain to
deteriorate. The production of methamphetamine is also extremely dangerous due to
the chemicals used in its production and the volatile state they create when they are
mixed together or exposed to different elements. It can be found in a powdery form or in
the more familiar form that resembles crystals or ice.
Now that medicinal marihuana is a well established program, members of the St
Thomas Police DEU have seen a decrease in the number of illegal marihuana grow
operations within the City. It is suspected with recent changes to the production and
cultivation of medicinal marihuana throughout the country, the number of illegal grow
operations will continue to decrease.
2014 Statistics
In 2014, the St Thomas Police DEU completed:
Eleven (11) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act warrants
Twenty-eight (28) Criminal Code warrants
The following is a compilation of the street values of illicit drugs and currency seized by
the St Thomas Police DEU for 2014:
Total currency seized:
$25,700
Total street value of prescription drugs seized
(Hydromorphone, Oxycocet, Fentanyl, etc.):
$22,640
Total street value of marihuana seized:
$25,173
Total street value of street drugs seized
(Cocaine, Methamphetamine, etc.):
$ 1,730
Total value of drugs and currency seized by
Drug Enforcement Unit for 2014:
$75,243
Intelligence Unit
The mandate of the St. Thomas Police Service Intelligence Unit is to collect, analyze and disseminate
criminal intelligence information to police service personnel and other law enforcement agencies
throughout the Province. The Intelligence Unit works closely with the Criminal Investigations Branch
and the Drug Enforcement Unit, assisting them with serious investigations. The Intelligence Unit
monitors offences relating to organized crime and handles investigations where information is
obtained from Crime Stoppers and confidential informants. The St. Thomas Police Intelligence Unit
continues to be a contributing member to the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO).
On January 21st, 2014, after 18 weeks of training, Constable Sean James and Police
Service Dog Trax began active patrol as members of the St Thomas Police Support
Services. The canine unit is a support service with specialized training and has the
ability to assist in:
searching for hiding, fleeing or wanted persons;
searching for lost or missing persons;
searching buildings;
searching for physical evidence and lost or stolen property;
apprehending aggressive or armed suspects when circumstances require;
high risk arrests and vehicle stops;
community relations events and demonstrations;
Throughout the year the canine unit was responsible for:
39 Criminal Code arrests
18 tracks
13 open searches
11 building searches
18 demonstrations to community groups
5 article searches
The canine team also attended 31 mandated ten-hour training days and 3 week-long
training seminars. These training days and seminars are completed to make sure the
canine team is trained and ready for almost any situation.
Remember if you see PSD Trax in the community with his handler
If you see Constable James and PSD Trax at work, stay back and let them do
their job. If you are asked to stand still then do just that.
Ask Constable James for permission to pet Trax and never approach him from
behind.
Trax has a special diet to stay fit and ready for duty so don’t give him any treats.
CRIME STOPPERS
By: Senior Constable Heather White
St. Thomas Crime Stoppers is one of 38 programs in Ontario - a member of the Ontario Association
of Crime Stoppers and Crime Stoppers International, where our program is proud to represent this
community in the fight against crime. This not-for profit organization gives each and every citizen the
right to provide information regarding criminal activity anonymously, without fear of retribution. Crime
Stoppers guarantees that a tipster will never have to reveal their identity or testify in court. Crime
Stoppers has been recognized by the Ontario Chiefs of Police, the Canadian Chiefs of Police, the
International Chiefs of Police and Interpol as being one the most successful community programs in
gathering information that assists in solving crime.
Crime Stoppers Month has been celebrated annually since officially being proclaimed in September
1986 at the Crime Stoppers International conference in Edmonton, Alberta. It is a time when Crime
Stoppers programs around the world can highlight the success they have had.
Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper acknowledged Crime Stoppers Month in a letter which he
commended the staff and volunteers associated with the Crime Stoppers programs. The letter noted
that Crime Stoppers is a special partnership between these concerned individuals, the local media
and police that endeavor to solve and prevent crime in our communities. Prime Minister Harper
thanked the many staff and volunteers associated with Crime Stoppers for their valuable role in
assisting the dedicated police forces in the fight against crime. Harper said “you may take great pride
in your efforts to safeguard our communities”. In Canada, Crime Stoppers has helped to clear over
300,000 cases and recover over $500 million dollars’ worth of property. In January, the St. Thomas
Crime Stoppers flag was raised at City Hall, after receiving recognition by City Council that January
would be declared Crime Stoppers month in the City of St. Thomas.
This led to celebrations at our annual Appreciation Dinner to recognize and honour the Board of
Directors and our many community partners that have supported us through 2014. The Community is
represented by a group of extraordinary citizens who volunteer their time and efforts to serve as
Crime Stoppers Directors. The Board is responsible for a wide range of the program’s facets
including the operating budget, fundraising, public awareness and education. The program’s success
is a reflection of their dedication and commitment this past year. The 2014 Board of Directors
included President Carrie Riddell, Vice President Grant Hardman, Secretary Ruby Morse, Treasurer
Liz Doerksen, Lynne Riddell, Karen Clarke, Greg Moore, Andrew Pepping, Brian Slaght, Bill
Tymchyshyn, and Natalie Redman. 2014 was an exciting year as we welcomed four new Board
Members and bid well wishes to Board Members Grant Hughson, Kelly Payne, Shannon Gilles and
Colleen Burns. Colleen Burns remains as an active “Friends of Crime Stoppers”, along with her
husband Dr. Tim Burns and our favourite “Bail and Jail Judge”, Ken Verrell, as they continue to assist
us in our fund raising events. 2014 was an exciting year as we celebrated our 25th anniversary up
until September 28th. Long term supporter and Board Member, George Bisanz was voted in
unanimously as an Honourary Board Member for his continued support of St. Thomas Crime
Stoppers.
Over these years, our program has continued to grow and succeed. Since September 1988, we have
cleared 1094 cases, made 882 arrests, recovered $8,496,181 in property, $7,445,250 in drugs and
paid out $160,930.
The St. Thomas Police Service continues to be paramount to the success of the program by providing
the Police Coordinator and the office space within headquarters to run its’ day to day operations. The
information provided by Crime Stoppers tipsters is only as good as the police personnel who receive
them and St. Thomas is fortunate to have the dedication and hard work of its’ men and women who
serve as police officers.
Our partnership with the Media is paramount in getting our crimes of the week, public service
announcements, fundraising events and our television re-enactments to the public including St.
Thomas FM 94.1 and Bell Media who placed our message out weekly, to numerous radio stations.
Our “crimes of the week” are currently aired on 94.1 FM, Tillsonburg Easy 101 and 107.3 FM, 97.5
FM, Fanshawe Radio, 1290 AM & Funny 1410 AM. They play an integral role in promoting the
program and assisting victims of crime, getting their voices’ heard. In addition, our print media
partners Elgin this Month, The Weekly News, Sun Media (St. Thomas Time Journal and The London
Free Press) greatly assist with weekly publications of our “Crimes of the Week”. Rogers TV and
Amtelecom have assisted in these fore-mentioned television re-enactments on past unsolved
robberies, arsons and thefts in Aylmer and St. Thomas viewing areas.
We continued to strive forward into the social media world and joined Twitter. Our new account
@tipsstthomas was proposed and adopted by the Board of Directors in May. Constable White,
Directors Natalie Redman and Lynne Riddell created a twitter page, that was linked to a new “Like”
Community Facebook page where a new “news reel” flows daily to get tips and information out to the
public. To date, we have 235 followers who aid us in increasing our community outreach. This
addition has also been instrumental in getting quick new releases out from local/provincial and
national sources. Unsolved crimes, fundraising events, and pictures of suspects/fugitives are also
posted to our account. It has been said that “Crime has no boundaries”. The disclaimer on our twitter
account reads “Crime Stoppers St. Thomas- Help St. Thomas Police prevent & solve crime. Tipsters
never have to reveal their identity or testify in court. Please know that tweets are NOT anonymous”. A
link to stthomascrimestoppers.ca is also listed. Director Lynne Riddell continued to update the St.
Thomas Crime Stoppers website, where the home page was applied with a new theme. The
webpage is user friendly allowing potential tips to be received through an encrypted feed to the
secure tipsoft software.
St. Thomas Crime Stoppers continued to actively participate in training conferences in 2014. In June,
the OACS hosted the Provincial Conference in Niagara Falls. Delegates from Ontario joined with
guest speakers to discuss relative topics such as legal issues, combatting auto insurance crime,
stopping retail crime, preventing illegal poaching and fishing with the Ministry of Natural Resources,
building a better board, effective communication, building community partnerships and for new
directors - Crime Stoppers “What you need to know”.
Four directors attended this conference and accepted an award for “Best feature of Crime Stoppers in
the print media over 200 words”. This feature was an article written and printed by Terry Carroll in
Elgin This Month on our program’s 25th anniversary. This was an exciting day as our small program
now has to compete in a population category of “0- 300,000” awards category.
Fundraising events in 2014 started in March, where we reintroduced the “Rock n Bowl” event hosted
at Cy’s in Aylmer, raising over $1000 for the tipster account. In May, our sixth annual golf tournament
at the St. Thomas Golf and Country Club was a success. This tournament continues to grow every
year, raising close to $6,000. Our community came together again at Geerlink’s Home Hardware in
September for the annual Bail & Jail fundraising event where our “jail birds” worked with their family,
friends and coworkers to get released. It was also a great success raising over $7,000.
The “School Crime Stoppers” program continued to be a major source of information sharing in the
community. Constable White continues to visit the local high schools to promote Crime Stoppers with
the students. Now on a weekly basis, there are announcements throughout the schools on our
“Crimes of the Week”, along with designated areas for communication boards. Students from
Parkside were commended for their active bulletin board that is updated weekly and posted directly
across from their cafeteria to optimize viewing from students and staff.
2014 Statistics
Calls for service
Arrests
Cases cleared
Rewards paid
Recovered property
Recovered narcotics
Since Inception (September 1988)
339
16
14
$3,900
$ 1,958
$ 14,844
Arrests
Case cleared
Rewards paid
Recovered property
Recovered narcotics
882
1094
$160,930
$8,496,181
$7,445,250
The success of Crime Stoppers is truly due to the strong commitment and diligence of it’s’ partners,
the community, the police and the media.
2014 Court Services
By: Sergeant Brian Carnegie
On March 24th 2014, the new Elgin Consolidated Courthouse (ECC) began operations
as a whole new era of courthouse functionality for St. Thomas and Elgin County. The
new ECC incorporates the Ontario Court of Justice (OCJ) with the Superior Court of
Justice (SCJ) under one roof. The existing historic Courthouse and Land Registry
Office situated at 4 Wellington Street was extensively refurbished and incorporated into
the new facility. There are now eight courtrooms available to handle all Criminal, Family,
Civil and Provincial matters as well as three conference/settlement suites and related
justice services. The ECC also houses a Prisoner Handling Area which includes
sixteen holding cells capable of holding up to thirty-nine prisoners.
The St.Thomas Police Services’ Court Division is a specialized unit providing case
management of all Federal, Provincial statutes and Municipal By-Law charges laid by
the St.Thomas Police Service. The members of this unit provide the main interface
between the St.Thomas Police Service and the court system. The St.Thomas Police
Service is also mandated by the Police Services Act to provide security with respect to
premises where court proceedings are conducted.
Public and staff safety at the ECC has been greatly enhanced through the
implementation of advanced security measures that the old Justice Building and Silver
Street facilities did not have. The Security Control Room (SCR) at the ECC is
responsible to monitor up to 112 video cameras which monitor prisoners within their
cells and any movement within the prisoner handling area. This SCR is the main base
of operations for Police security as it is used to communicate with staff, engage alarm
procedures and operate all security doors and elevators. Members of the St.Thomas
Police work in conjunction with the private building security members to maintain the
highest quality of security.
The court security service provided includes: general security within the court rooms
and the public areas in and outside of the court house; the safeguarding and movement
of in-custody persons within the court house; the transportation (or coordination of
transportation) of in-custody persons to and from court facilities; receiving and
processing new arrests (i.e. executed warrants or sentencing); obtaining DNA samples
from in-custody and out of custody convicted persons; guarding prisoners taken to
hospital for an incident relating to their court appearance.
Further improved security to protect all who work and attend the ECC has been
incorporated by utilizing front entrance screening responsibilities manned by Special
Constables and armed Constables. All persons wishing to enter this court facility may
be subject to a security search.
What you can expect:
Empty pockets and/or remove any metal objects and walk through the magnetometer
(similar to airport security) Be prepared to have your purse or bag(s) searched and sent
through the X-ray scanning machine; an officer may also check you with a hand held
metal detector. Person(s) in possession of items that could be deemed a weapon or be
a danger to public peace such as pocket knives, needles, scissors etc will not be
allowed entry into this courthouse. Anyone in possession of a prohibited weapon(s) or
other illegal articles will be subject to arrest and may be charged criminally.
The Court Services team for 2014 consisted of Supervisor-Sergeant Brian Carnegie,
Court Case Manager, Special Constable Maggie MacLaren, a Provincial Offences Case
Manager/Security Officer, Special Constable Lizzie Miller, Court security officersConstable Marc Vaughan and Constable Mike Buttinger and 2 part-time escort/security
Special Constables Jim Kaiser and Harry Marissen. With the added security
responsibilities of the new ECC (Front Entrance screening, Security Control Room),
STPS hired one fulltime Special Constable and 4 part time Special Constables. In
January 2014, new members of the Court Services team were hired: Special
Constables Scott Haayema, Colleen Kelly, Jeff Mitchell, Keshia Jacklin and Kelly
MacIntyre. STPS Court Services reports directly to Inspector Mark Traichevich. STPS
has a memorandum of understanding with the OPP and Aylmer Police Service whereby
they provide officers to assist/supplement STPS with prisoner transport and security.
One of the Court Services goals for 2014 was to meet the new challenges and
obstacles that the new courthouse would present. The training received, the protocols
adopted and improved upon and the staff commitment made for this goal to have been
met and exceeded upon.
The Court Services Branch continues to be committed to excellence in the efficient
operation of this unit through co-operation/communication within this Service as well as
with our judicial partners:
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Justices and Justices of the Peace
Crown Attorneys and Provincial Prosecutors
Court Administration
Other police officers and police agencies
Defence Lawyers
Probation and Parole
Victim Witness Assistance Program
Other social agencies
The public
In 2014, STPS Courts managed a total of 1,278 Criminal Charges including drug
offences and another 3,586 Provincial offence charges. The Court Unit also
managed 1,339 prisoners (878 St. Thomas Police prisoners, 416 OPP prisoners &
45 Aylmer Police Service prisoners) through the courts.
The Criminal and Provincial Court Case Managers, along with two civilian members
at the police station, liaise with the Crown Attorneys, Court Administrator, Probation
office and Victim/witness Services, as well as other police and civilian agencies to
ensure that police charges are properly prepared and processed through the courts.
The Case Managers also have the responsibility of notifying all officers required to
attend court. These officers are tasked with assisting Crown attorneys and court staff
to arrange for the most cost effective way to schedule officers for court and work
within our annual budget of $30,000.00. In 2014, a total of $5,883.08 was spent on
the court budget compared to $12,221.58 in 2013 and $9,900.00 in 2012. These
figures truly reflect the true test of the Court Managers commitment to keep costs
low and manageable.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
It is the Property Officer‘s responsibility to catalogue, manage and control all property found or unclaimed and
evidence booked into police custody. It is the mandate of the Property Officer to properly receive, document,
safeguard, prepare for release, release and destroy all items booked into the property room. This is achieved
by providing a professional, proficient and systematic storage and handling of each piece of property or
evidence that has been entrusted into the property officer’s care. All property is audited by Special Constable
Lisa Johnson on a regular basis to ensure accountability and disposal is completed in a judicious manner. At
present, there are approximately 4,025 articles, either found or seized as evidence, being held in the property
storage consisting of DVDs, documents, firearms, computers, liquor, electronics, bicycles, licence plates and
various other items to name a few. Many of these articles must be stored for extended periods of time, some
as long as several years, as they may be required as evidence in Court.
In 2014, as ordered by the courts or at the request of owners, 9 firearms were destroyed. Also 18 firearms
were either approved returned to the owner or transferred to a new approved person with a valid firearms
licence.
In 2014, with the services of Police Auctions Canada, an on-line auction through e-bay, the St Thomas Police
Service generated $2,090.17 in revenue which was turned over to the Police Services Board. With the on-line
auction, anyone can bid from the comfort of your home and have access to a wider variety of items. Currently
our Service has several items up for auction on the website, so check it out.
On occasion, the courts will request forfeiture of property and currency seized under specific sections of the
Criminal Code, the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Proceeds of Crime and Terrorist Financing
Act. It is the responsibility of the Property Officer to send forfeited currency from drug investigations to the
Seized Property Management Directorate of Public Works and Government Services Canada who manages
these assets seized or restrained. In 2014, as a result of cash and property forfeitures requested by the courts,
our Service sent $4,667.75 to SPMD.
Recognition Dinner, Milestones, New Hires, Promotions
On Wednesday, February 4, 2015, the St. Thomas Police Services Board hosted the 12th Annual
Police Recognition dinner honouring those members who achieved milestones in 2014. The following
members have served the citizens of St. Thomas as a member of the St. Thomas Police Service for:
Thirty Years
Deputy Chief of Police, Jeffrey B. Driedger
Inspector Mark Traichevich
Twenty-Five Years
Inspector Chris Herridge
Staff Sergeant Russ Yates
Fifteen Years
Sergeant Kim Manuel
Sergeant Chris Perrin
Clerk Robin Jordan
Constable James Fast
Ten Years
Constable Justin Benwell
The Canadian Police Exemplary Service medal is part of the Canadian Honours System
established in 1967 and in August 1982, these awards were created to recognize Police Officers who
have served in an exemplary manner, exhibited good conduct, industry and efficiency. Awards are
presented by the nominating authority on behalf of the Governor General of Canada. In 2014, one
officer was eligible to receive the 20 Year Police Exemplary Service medal; one officer was eligible to
receive the 30 Year Police Exemplary Service medal.
 Sergeant Scott Barnes – 20 years
 Deputy Chief Jeffrey B. Driedger – 30 years
New Hires 2014
Lucinda Pavoni
Paul Tunks
Scott Haayema
Keshia Jacklin
Colleen Kelly
Kelly MacIntyre
Jeff Mitchell
Cadet
Cadet
Special Constable (full time)
Special Constable (part time)
Promotions
Jodi Males
Leanne Evans
Amanda VanTroost
Helaine Hindley
Brian Shaw
Chad Howey
Jeremy Linker
1st Class Constable
2nd Class Constable
2nd Class Constable
3rd Class Constable
3rd Class Constable
4th Class Constable
4th Class Constable
Uniform Division
The most important factor of our service delivery to the community lies with the front line officer. The
front line general patrol officer provides a visible police presence in the schools, downtown core,
shopping malls, parks, playgrounds and in each neighbourhood. They are the first responders to all
emergencies as well as the personal touch of the Service, responding to the non-emergency calls for
service.
The St. Thomas Police Service provides community patrol utilizing marked and unmarked police
cruisers, old clothes assignments of beat, bicycle and cruiser patrols, as well as uniformed foot and
bicycle patrols. Through observation and enforcement, officers implement patrol strategies based on
crime and calls analysis, crime trends and intelligence information to address issues in the
community.
The Uniform Division is equipped with mobile data terminals in their vehicles providing a direct link to
vital information. Officers have the ability to access information via CPIC directly from the in-car
computers without relaying information over the police communications systems. Furthermore, a
digital mug shot system provides officers with the ability to view photographs at their desktop
computers or in the mobile environment, providing a visual confirmation of identity. Technology
continues to enhance the capabilities of our front line officers
The Office of the Chaplain
No one is confronted with more situations that demoralize and create emotional, mental
and spiritual burdens than today’s law enforcement officer. These burdens also affect
the officer’s family and other members of the Police Service. Law enforcement
agencies need the specialized guidance, counselling and assistance for their officers,
families and communities.
A law enforcement Chaplain is a clergyperson with special interest and training for
providing pastoral care in the dangerous world of law enforcement. This pastoral care
is offered to all people regardless of race, gender, creed, religion, or sexual orientation.
The law enforcement chaplain is available and ready to serve those in need and
provides a source of strength to the law enforcement staff and their families as well as
the community.
The St. Thomas Police Service is fortunate to have Reverend Roger Landell serving as
our Police Chaplain. Reverend Landell, a former Toronto Police officer, understands
the demands of policing and volunteers his time and efforts to support our members and
their families, always offering a confidential, listening ear. He participates in the
workplace of law enforcement with empathy and experience, advising calmly in the
midst of turmoil and danger, offering assistance when appropriate or requested. His
enthusiasm, positive personality and unwavering support of Police Service and its
members is priceless.

2014 Annual Report - St. Thomas Police Service

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