John H. Rutherford Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office

From the Sheriff
The year 2006 proved to be one of great momentum for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. In this annual report I want to review some of the accomplishments – those that you may know about, and
some which happened “behind the scenes.” They all contribute to our overall success, and kept us
on track to meet our annual obligations and our strategic plan and mission.
The issue of murder continued to be a focus for our agency and the city in 2006.
Reducing Murder: A Community Response was produced by the Jacksonville Community Council,
Inc., after a lengthy study of the issue by concerned stakeholders. I commissioned this study, and
paid for it through drug forfeiture money, so the entire community would have an opportunity to
better understand the scope of the issue and how many systems in our society have failed when a
police officer is summoned to the site of a murder investigation.
Five recommendations for law enforcement were suggested, and by the end of the year we had
addressed four of them. We also began planning for our violent offender re-entry program for
implementation in 2007, the fifth recommendation. This involved extensive study of research and
looking at other programs around the country, and improving upon what we learned to maximize
the success of our program.
John H. Rutherford
Sheriff
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
Core Values
We launched Operation Safe Streets in April, in conjunction with many criminal justice and law
enforcement partners. With a strategic focus on the illegal guns, the criminals who use them, and
the geographic areas affected by this violence, we implemented literally dozens of covert and overt
tactical operations which all met, and continue to meet, our program goals. Our International Affairs Unit addressed the importance of helping foreign nationals deal with language challenges and
cultural barriers, while working to help them avoid becoming crime victims or engaging in criminal
behavior.
Interacting with the law abiding public citizens asking for their help, partnering with the faith based
community and Mayor’s Office to walk the neighborhoods, and promoting the importance of sharing crime information became the central message our agency worked to promote. It paid off.
By the end of 2006, anonymous tips to First Coast Crime Stoppers, as part of our Gun Bounty
program, had increase an average of 272%. The quality of the information we receive continues to
be solid, and more investigations, arrests and convictions are occurring in historical numbers. The
last half of the year saw a decline in murder of 38% city wide, because of all our efforts in patrol
and investigations.
We must also improve from within, to improve results. Continuous Improvement is not a sign on the
wall in this agency, it is a way of doing business. Doing more with less, setting goals and measuring results, and continuously raising the bar is how we go from good to great. That is why I began
the year by creating the Continuous Improvement Division – bringing together four important units
to work seamlessly. ISM, our technology arm, has to deliver to the men and women on the street
the latest information and access to the many systems and databases they need to perform at
optimum levels. It’s based on real time crime analysis, data collection and analysis and planning.
Now all those specialists work under one strategic division, and or organization works to be as LEAN
as we possibly can.
The year 2006 did not end well, with an increase in murders to 110 from 91 in 2005. I am often
asked what that number would have been had we not put so much effort into addressing this issue. I can’t answer that. But we are seeing negative indicators, in that most mid and large cities
nationwide are not only experiencing dramatic increases in murders, but also gun violence overall,
by criminals.
As we grow as a city we must work to ensure that sustainable growth for law enforcement also
occurs. I am grateful to the City Council and Mayor for heeding my requests that we fill all sworn
vacancies in the 06-07 fiscal year. The deficits in manpower that result in delayed responses,
especially as we work to answer a record number of calls for service, were addressed in this year.
That is a victory, along with the increased awareness by citizens that it is an increasingly dangerous
world out there, and every one of us plays a critical role in working with police to address these
challenges.
REPORT TO THE COMMUNITY 2008
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is to protect the lives and property of the citizens
of this community, to preserve the peace, and to prevent crime and disorder while constantly
guarding personal liberties as prescribed by law.
TO ACHIEVE OUR MISSION WE MUST DEVELOP AND PROVIDE:
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a well-trained and disciplined patrol force capable of assessing and responding to the changing needs of the community it serves, to include delivering swift emergency response when required
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a proactive traffic enforcement program designed to regulate traffic movement
and assure safe and expedient travel on city streets
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a skilled and experienced investigative team for bringing criminal offenders to swift
and impartial justice
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a community relations effort charged with educating the public about law enforcement
issues, with emphasis on the community’s role and responsibilities with respect to the
prevention of crime
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an unrelenting quest to eliminate organized crimes and vice violations, with special emphasis on those associated with the distribution and sale of illegal drugs
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facilities for secure, humane, corrective and productive detention of those awaiting trial as
well as those already sentenced
TABLE OF CONTENTS:
Mission Statement
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Message from Sheriff
John H. Rutherford
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Appointed Staff
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The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office recognizes that we cannot fulfill our mission without community
support. It is imperative that a dialogue characterized by mutual trust and open and honest communication be maintained between this agency and our community. It must include a
willingness to continually examine and modify policies and procedures to assure that our
mission is accomplished in a manner compatible with the best interests of the community.
Photo left: On May 7, 2008 the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office hosted its annual Police Memorial Day observance, playing tribute to the 59 officers who paid the ultimate sacrifice in service to this community.
YEAR IN REVIEW
January
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February
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March
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April
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May 9
June
July
Police Officer Christopher Kane
We lost a dedicated public servant
on September 4, 2008, in a tragic
on-duty automobile crash. Police
Officer Christopher Kane selflessly
served the citizens of Jacksonville
for 11 years and was a man to be
admired and respected.
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August 12
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October 14
November
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December
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Memorial:
Special Awards, Presentations
& Recognition
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Officer Chris Kane dedicated his life
to serving his country, community,
and above all his family. He was a
military veteran, member of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, family man and beloved Pop Warner football coach.
It is with a heavy heart that we bid farewell to our fallen comrade and hero.
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Letter From Sheriff
What It Takes To Be “THE” Premier Law Enforcement Agency in America
By Sheriff John Rutherford – Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
I welcome the scrutiny and review of our agency by objective, qualified, fact-finding experts and standards-based organizations that qualify their opinions and render facts. This helps us continuously improve our performance and delivery of services to the citizens of Jacksonville.
Why? Because we aspire to be THE premier law enforcement agency in the United States of America.
How will we get there? Some argue we already are there – based on the opinions of outside experts that
have visited and reviewed the JSO in recent years.*
But organizational management experts will tell you that in goal setting you have to be “aspirational” –
that means, YES, you can achieve the goal in a measurable way, but the moment you rest on your laurels,
you are losing ground and therefore no longer “the best.” I agree.
So, when our senior team sat down to talk about our objectives for the 08-09 fiscal year, we decided
to set the stage by revising our Vision/Goal statement and creating one unifying Goal for our entire
organization: “The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office aspires to be THE premier law enforcement agency in the
United States.”
There is the possibility that we might never reach that goal, but by creating tangible, measurable objectives that support this, in every department, division, section and unit, we can assure the community that
we’ll never stop trying. The principles that all our objectives are based upon are:
To be responsive to the community; to be restorative in character; and to be responsible to our commitments, which include:
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Be proactive in protecting the citizens,
Preserve the peace,
Fight crime,
Prevent crime and disorder,
Constantly guard personal liberty as prescribed by law and
Maintain the highest level of honesty – integrity – fairness – trustworthiness in all our relationships at all times, both as individuals and as an organization.
These are our values: Community Focused; Respect for Each Other; Always Improving; and Worthy of
Trust.
As a younger man, one of the books I most enjoyed reading was the anthology of stories about the old
west and the days the frontier was being settled, written by Louis L’Amour. He wrote of the men who
“rode for the brand,” showing loyalty and commitment to their outfits, in the face of tremendous adversity
and challenges. As long as the rancher or cattleman treated his crew with respect and fairness, their
dedication and hard work was guaranteed. With this mutual respect, in a time where lawlessness and
dishonor abounded, these pioneers found great reward (both tangible and intangible) in their work. And
they worked with pride.
Our relationships with each another here at JSO, and with the community we serve, are not very different. Our men and women are out Riding for the Brand of the citizens of Jacksonville every day. They face
tremendous danger and adversity from citizens who do not like the law or resent being compelled to do
the right thing and made to obey the law. They also recognize, and seize, the opportunities to build trust
in the community and strengthen our partnerships with the many law abiding citizens in Jacksonville.
This is why we work to make sure that in everything we do we are honoring our Mission and striving to
meet our Goal.
It is then and only then, that we can call ourselves THE premier law enforcement agency in the country.
* Some of the agencies and experts citing excellent performance, management, and quality of service provided by the JSO in the past 18 months are:
Sheriff
Core Values
COMMUNITY FOCUSED
The community is our customer. As such,
it is the community who must define
quality service. We will form partnerships
with our citizens and listen to them. We
will stay close. We will remember that
every contact between a member of the
community and any part of the Sheriff’s
Office is where community opinion is
formed.
ALWAYS IMPROVING
Our business is service. The only way
we can improve our business is to
improve our service. We are constantly
in a learning mode. We are willing to
examine what we do and make changes
to improve.
WORTHY OF TRUST
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has
achieved its reputation as a premier
law enforcement agency because it has
earned the trust of the community. We
will safeguard that trust. We will keep
our promises. Whether on or off duty, we
will behave according to the highest set
of ethical standards. We will protect the
rights of all citizens.
RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER
Employees deserve a decent working
environment, one in which relationships
are characterized by mutual respect. We
will listen actively, talk straight and act
fairly. We will encourage each other and
every employee to contribute and grow
to his/her fullest potential. We will work
together as a TEAM and appreciate the
contributions of all.
Edmund F. McGarrell, Ph. D. – Michigan State University
Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement Agencies – 100% compliance w/ mandatory standards
American Corrections Association
Commission for Florida Law Enforcement – 100% compliance w/ mandatory standards
National Commission on Correctional Healthcare- 100% compliance w/ mandatory standards
The Matrix Group – operational audit
Police Executive Research Forum (PERF)
Jerry H. Ratcliffe, Ph. D. – Author of “Intelligence Led Policing”- Temple University
RIDING FOR THE BRAND
John H. Rutherford
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Appointed Staff
Sheriff John H. Rutherford, elected by the citizens of Jacksonville in 2003 and re-elected
in 2007, leads the more than 3000 Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office employees.
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EXECUTIVE STAFF
An executive staff of six appointed sworn officers and one civilian carry out the initiatives
of the administration.
(l-r back row) Carol J. Hladki, Director, Police Services; Gordon A. Bass, Director, Department of
Corrections.
(l-r bottom row) Dwain E. Senterfitt, Director, Department of Investigations and Homeland Security;
John H. Rutherford, Sheriff; Micheal P. Edwards, Director, Department of Patrol and Enforcement;
Lauri-Ellen Smith, APR, Special Assistant to the Sheriff; Frederick H. Lewis, Director, Department of
Personnel and Professional Standards; and Frank J. Mackesy, Undersheriff.
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CHIEFS
The five Directors of the JSO are supported by 12 Chiefs who manage a division within
the JSO.
(l-r standing) David L. Stevens, Patrol East Division; Jimmy A. Holderfield, Personnel Division; Rick
L. Townsend, Professional Standards Division; Mark S. Richardson, Community Affairs and Special
Events Division; Wayne R. Clark, Patrol West Division; Richard M. Graham, Detective Division; Roy
M. Henderson, Homeland Security and Narcotics/Vice Division; Greg C. Burton, Police Services
Division.
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(l-r seated) Stephanie J. Sloan-Butler, Prisons Division; Tara H. Wildes, Jails Division; Maxine L. Person, Budget and Management Division; John P. Hartley, Continuous Improvement Division.
ASSISTANT CHIEFS
Nineteen assistant chiefs oversee the day-to-day operations of the JSO.
(l-r back row) Maurice Holderfield, Community Transition Center; Donald W. Redmond, Jails; Mike
Williams, Narcotics and Vice Section; Edward L. McDonald, Zone 3; Randolph H. Hammond, Zone 5;
Vicki Diaz, Communications Section; David E. Coffman, Community Affairs; William A. Goethe, Montgomery Corrections Center; Micheal A. Rutledge, Zone 6; Adam J. Brown, Central Records; Andrea
M. Smith, General & Logistics Support; Ronald L. Lendvay, Crimes Against Persons Section; and J.
Carson Tranquille, Homeland Security Section.
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DIRECTOR
Carol J.Hladki
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Dwain E. Senterfitt
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POLICE LIEUTENANT
Gregory C. Burton
Richard M. Graham
John P. Hartley
Maxine L. Person
Mark S. Richardson
Daniel T. Adams
Richard P. Buoye
Tony R. Davis
Stephen G. Gallaher
Robert P. Hacksunda
William M. Johnson
Matthew S. Nemeth
Ashish Sircar
ASSISTANT CHIEF
POLICE SERGEANT
CHIEF
Bobby L. Deal
Vickie D. Diaz
Ronald L. Lendvay
Andrea M. Smith
Mike S. Williams
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Steven J. Amos
David B. Anderson, Jr
Robert E. Burns
Amy B. Coarsey
Scott R. Delano
Terrence C. James
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(l-r front row) Michele L. Remolde, Academy Director; Thomas R. Hackney, Zone 4; J. R. “Huck”
Ross, Zone 1; Robert F. Connor, Jr., Zone 2; Bobby Deal, Special Events; and Larry L. Jones, Crimes
Against Property Section.
(Photograph location courtesy of Sharon Allen, owner, the Plaza Building a Historic National Landmark, 353 East Forsyth Street.)
Robert A. John
Phyllis M. McNeely
James P. Morgan
Gary E. Nelson
Johnny L. Oldham, Jr.
Dennis E. Pellot
Charles B. Remolde , III
Steven C. Rudlaff
Matthew M. Russell
Jackson W. Short
Lolita M. Smith
James W. Walters
Jocelyn A. Wells
CALLED TO SERVE
CORRECTIONS SERGEANT
Efrem Z. Banks
Maceo J. Hunt
Jason A. Rogers
Equilla K. Stallworth
ASSISTANT MANAGEMENT
IMPROVEMENT OFFICER
Sandra R. Chandler
Linda P. Gilbertson
Charles B. Reagor
Catina F. Uylee
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER LIEUTENANT
Robert A. Bias
Joshua J. Marshall
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER CORPORAL
Andrew M. Belk
Patrick W. Carlson
Christopher M. Edwards
Ryan L. Goethe
Ryan C. Heaton
Matthew L. Herrera
Aaron J. Roe
Robert A. Scarborough
Marshall S. Strickland
Michael S. Wilson
January
“OPERATION DOWN UNDER”
The Robbery Unit conducted “Operation Down Under” at local Kangaroo convenience stores and Family
Dollar stores. The stake-outs around the city were done in an effort to catch armed robbery suspects. An
anonymous citizen tip allowed investigators to identify the suspect and his two accomplices. Members of
the unit located suspects Trevina Brown, Carla Fields, (see photo # 1) and Marilyn Barnhill and on January
16, 2008 the three suspects were arrested and charged with 10 counts of armed robbery. By year’s end,
the unit increased its clearance rate more than 4% over 2007.
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FUNDING FOR POLICE OVERTIME RESTORES OSS
JSO announced the return of up to 70 additional officers, working overtime, to areas called “Hot Spots” as
a result of city funding. The $3 million dollars enabled Operation Safe Streets (OSS) officers to conduct
outreach, known as “Knock and Talks”, with citizens. Started in 2006, OSS and its $1,000 “Gun Bounty”
proved very successful in generating record numbers of citizen tips and aided in arrests for violent crimes
and the removal of illegal guns from Jacksonville’s streets. Since the inception of the overtime efforts,
officers reached out to more than 77,000 citizens. Photo 2: The January 31 press conference announcing
the return of OSS funding for overtime showcased guns taken off the streets as a part of OSS’s Gun Bounty program,
which began in August of 2006.
“OPERATION GOLDEN ARROW”
“Operation Golden Arrow” was a multi-agency investigation (JSO Long Term Narcotics squad, Violent Crimes
Task Force, and Aggravated Battery Unit, in partnership with the Drug Enforcement Agency which began in
January of 2008. It focused on several known violent drug traffickers from the Sherwood area, suspected of
committing multiple aggravated batteries and assaults. Later in 2008 search warrants were executed and
more than twenty-five people throughout Florida were arrested for trafficking in cocaine in Duval County.
Seizures included currency, vehicles, weapons (see Photo # 3), land and homes.
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COUNTERFEIT CHECK CASHING RING BUSTED
JSO Economic Crimes detectives, working with the U.S. Secret Service’s high tech task force and the U.S.
Attorney’s Office, helped bring an elaborate check cashing scheme to a halt in January. Using stolen
information about bank accounts or businesses, the suspects would print and cash fake payroll checks at
area retailers. Four arrests were made.
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FIRST SIX AFRICAN AMERICAN POLICE OFFICERS HONORED
The Durkeeville Historical Society and the Northwest Jacksonville Community Development Corporation
(NJCDC) honored six individuals during a historical marker dedication ceremony held on Jan. 16. The marker
honors the six African American men (Henry Harley; Edward Hickson, Sr.; Alvin James; Beamon W. Kendall;
Marion Massey; and Charlie Sea) who were hired in 1950 and are credited with breaking down racial barriers at the former Jacksonville Police Department (JPD). Photo 4: (l-r) Mrs. Alma Harley, widow of Henry Harley;
Paul Tutwiler, Northwest Jacksonville CDC; former Sheriff Nat Glover; and Sheriff John H. Rutherford participated in the
Jan. 16 dedication ceremony.
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$100,000 GRANT FROM BANK OF AMERICA BENEFITS PAL
The funds were used to renovate the PAL Eastside Community Center at Flossie Brunson Park. The facility’s
size was almost doubled, when formerly uncovered walkways and rooms were incorporated into the building’s footprint. Photo 5: Bank of America (BOA) representative Martha Barrett (left) presented a check for $100,000
to Lt. Bobby Deal (second from left), Executive Director of PAL Councilman Dr. Johnny Gaffney (second from right), and
PAL President Richard Cohee (right) during the “Take Pride in the Eastside” grand opening and check presentation
ceremony on January 12.
CALLED TO SERVE: January Employees of the Month
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Photo 6: (l-r standing) Reserve Officer of the Month Frederick J. Joseph II; Corrections Officer of the Month Ofc. Mark
A. Gross, Pre-Trial Detention Facility (PTDF); Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Raymond W. Beltz, Zone 3.
(l-r seated) Civilian Employee of the Month Police Emergency Communications Ofc., Janet G. Brown, Communications;
Police Officer of the Month Detective Carla D. Roberts-Jones, Burglary Unit.
Not pictured: Corrections Supervisor of the Month Corrections Sgt. Scott Umstead, PTDF.
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February
“OPERATION CROWS NEST”
“Operation Crow’s Nest”, a drug investigation by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) and JSO,
resulted in the arrest of two suspects, Jacob Jones and Albert Gray. Jones was convicted of drug trafficking and
money laundering and was sentenced to twenty years in State Prison and Grey received 18 years in prison for
trafficking in cocaine. Cash and bank accounts totaling $58,347.24 were seized along with a BMW 740i
and 2005 Chevrolet C4500 truck. The total seizure was $156,347.24.
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JSO PARTICIPATES IN WOODLAND ACRES CLEAN-UP
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Approximately 67 tons of mixed litter and debris were collected, along with 4.6 tons of yard waste, 312 tires,10
household appliances and one stolen car. The event was organized by Lt. Michael Beckmann, Zone 2. He was
awarded the 2008 Award of Excellence by JaxPride for the clean up project. Photo 1: (l-r) Zone 2 Police Officers
James Watford, Dan Will, Kevin Zehler, Sgt. Danny Williams, Ms. Linda Farris, Volunteer, and Ofc. Brian Myers were among
the 10 officers and 100 volunteers who participated in the Woodland Acres Cleanup on February 2.
“OPERATION SUGAR CANE”
On Wednesday February 6 a federal grand jury in Jacksonville indicted the man also known as “Black Shack” or
“Sugar Shack,” along with five others, on multiple drug charges, including conspiracy to distribute crack cocaine.
Daryl Shack was reported to have “terrorized” people in the Biltmore neighborhood of Jacksonville for years.
Through a plea arrangement he was sentenced to 20 years in prison later in 2008, when he admitted to a list
of charges that took a clerk 20 minutes to read aloud in court, according to the Florida Times Union. Detectives
from JSO’s Zone 5 Task Force led the investigation.
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COMMUNITY TRANSITION CENTER HELPS INMATES
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Throughout 2008 the Community Transitions Center (CTC) maintained a partnership with the YouthBuild program, resulting in participating inmates learning carpentry skills while helping to complete 36 new homes.
Additionally, six participants were hired for carpentry jobs after incarceration as a direct result of the skills they
learned while in the program. Photo 2: On February 1 inmates from the Community Transitions Center (CTC) helped
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YouthBuild frame a home for Habijax for Humanity of Jacksonville, Inc. on Reynolds Lane.
JSO’S CRIME ANALYSIS UNIT RECOGNIZED
The Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) of the U.S. Department of Justice published Enhancing the Problem-Solving Capacity of Crime Analysis Units, written by crime analysis unit manager Matt White. The
guide was incorporated into the COPS Problem Solving Tools Series, which features a variety of policing topics
written by many renowned authors and law enforcement experts. Photo 3: Matt White, Manager of the Crime Analysis
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Unit, uses advance technology in the fight against crime in Jacksonville.
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POLICE EXECUTIVE RESEARCH FORUM STUDIES OSS
The organization recognized as the premier “think tank” for police operations, PERF (see image # 4), was invited
by JSO to study Operations Safe Streets. Through a Department of Justice grant, the study will look at the use
of Crime Analysis, also called “Intelligence Led Policing,” and the effects of community problem solving tactics
used by Sheriff’s officers during the initiative.
PERSCRIPTION DRUG SCAM DISMANTLED
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Members of a specialized prescription drug squad conducted an undercover investigation, which resulted in
the arrest of 70 year old Dr. Benjamin Malalang, when investigators confirmed that he was writing prescriptions
for Oxycontin (see photo # 5) to women in exchange for sex. The operation was started based on a tip from a
confidential informant. It was believed that over a period of several months women were offered prescriptions in
exchange for sex, after seeking help for medical problems at his pain management clinic.
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CALLED TO SERVE: February Employees of the Month
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Photo 6: (l-r) Corrections Supervisor of the Month Corrections Sgt. Mike Jowers, Montegomery Correctional Cetner;
Reserve Officer of the Month Gary Carlson; Police Officer of the Month Jimmy W. Britt, Zone 6; Corrections Officer of the
Month Michael S. Henry, Pre-Trial Detention Facility; Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Lonnie J. Mills, Property and
Evidence Unit; Civilian Employee of the Month Police Emergency Communications Officer III Joe E. Fooshee II.
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March
JACKSONVILLE JOURNEY COMMITTEE APPROVES ADDITIONAL OFFICERS
In December of 2007 Sheriff John Rutherford presented city officials with a long range staffing plan that included
an additional 225 sworn officers. In March of 2008, a recommendation to approve the hiring of 101 additional
officers was endorsed by city officials. In 2007, JSO developed and implemented a state of the art recruitment 1
portal called JOINJSO.COM, to advance and streamline the recruitment process.
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FIRST CRIME FREE COMMUNITIES CERTIFIED
Developing a partnership with renters, CFC officers work with management to ensure that criminal activity on the
property is prevented, apartments and grounds are made safe, and tenants know the consequences of allowing criminal activity in their apartments or on the property. By the end of 2008, reported incidents in certified
communities such as Eureka Gardens, The Plantation, and Paradise Island were down 29%. Photo 1: Pam
Floyd, manager of Eureka Gardens in Zone 4, is presented with a sign designating the community as “Certified”
in the Crime Free Communities (CFC) program. On March 12 three communities in Jacksonville were featured as
the first in Jacksonville to meet all the requirements of the anti-crime program.
“OPERATION TO CATCH A CONTRACTOR”
Working with the state’s Department of Business and Professional Regulation, more than 30 individuals were
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cited for soliciting work requiring licensure by the state. This included arrests of those who did not qualify for
absentee booking, as well as “cease and desist” orders. Home repairs done through unlicensed individuals can
result in personal or financial harm, and creates unfair competition for licensed professionals. Photo 2: During a
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March 14 news conference, Sheriff Rutherford explains the charges facing the suspects arrested during a “sting” of unlicensed contractors called “Operation To Catch a Contractor.”
DRUG RING ON JACKSONVILLE’S WESTSIDE BUSTED BY JSO’S “MID-LEVEL”
NARCOTICS SQUAD
The squad investigated the complaints and charged Willie Solomon with dealing drugs from the house. On March
10 investigators raided the home, arresting Solomon and several others. The investigators seized three assault
rifles (along with other weapons); a case of ammunition; $90,000 in cash; and multiple vehicles. Following his
conviction, Solomon received 120 months in Federal Prison. During 2008, the Mid-Level squad seized 4.7
kilograms of cocaine, fifty-seven firearms, 1090 lbs of marijuana, 7546 MDMA pills and over $478,000 in
cash. Photo 3: Bales of Marijuana seized during the raid on a Westside home on March 10.The investigation was prompted
by complaints from neighbors.
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JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF’S OFFICE IN THE COMMUNITY
The JSO Community Affairs and Special Events division, with funding from the Jacksonville Automobile Dealers
Association, introduced a program for teens. In partnership with the Florida Sheriff’s Association, the two-day
driver’s education course “Teen Driver Challenge” was created to show teenagers how to drive “smart and safe.”
Throughout the year the Teen Driver Challenge was offered three additional times to 48 young drivers. Photo 4:
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Office instructor Billy Perry (right) works with teen drivers Greg Mattson (left) and Clayton Smith
during the first Teen Driver Challenge, held at the police academy March 7 & 8.
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS/SPECIAL EVENTS “NOTEWORTHIES”
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More than 750 Duval County high school students from 28 schools participated in the third annual “Stop Teen
Underage Drinking” rally on March 20, at the Morocco Shrine Auditorium. Also the “Sheriff’s Star Students”
mentoring program offered by the Police Athletic League (PAL) wrapped up in March. More than 30 volunteers,
including certified teachers and JSO personnel, tutored more than 100 PAL youth and students from the community. Who were preparing for the FCAT.
JSO PARTICIPATION IN WALKS, RIDES, RUNS, AND FIGHTS ... AIDS MANY
GOOD CAUSES
In March, employees raised $1,262 for the Walk to D’Feet ALS (Lou Gherig’s Disease) and Guns n’ Hoses (see
photo # 5) raised $200,000 for the Fraternal Order of Police Foundation Charities.
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CALLED TO SERVE: March Employees of the Month
Photo 6: (l-r) Police Officer of the Month John T. Whitcomb, Zone 4; Volunteer of the Month Teresa A. Gilleo; Civilian Employee
of the Month David W. Albert; Human Resources; Corrections Supervisor of the Month Sergeant Gabriel J. Bourgon,PTDF.
Not pictured: Corrections Officer of the Month Brian A. Neilson, PTDF and Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Claude
E. Ayoub, Community Affairs.
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April
PROJECT SAFE STUDENTS IN SCHOOLS ANNOUNCED
Following in-depth discussions with the Duval County School Board, the NAACP, and other interested parties, the
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office received support for the program in a vote by the DCSB.
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PSSS is designed to intervene in the lives of young students who are making bad decisions that affect their
success in school and in the community. The goal of the program is to foster better understanding between law
enforcement officers, students, parents, and administrators through prompt, intensive and effective intervention
strategies. Implementation of the program was approved for the 08-09 school year in all middle and senior high
schools.
SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS DAY
In 2008 the Family Violence/Child Abuse Unit of JSO conducted more than 450 child abuse or elder abuse
related investigations. Photo 1: Sheriff John H. Rutherford spoke at the April 3 Sexual Assault Awareness Day press
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conference, held on the front steps of the Police Memorial Building. The annual event, produced by the Women’s Center of
Jacksonville, marks April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
OPERATION “HALF PINT”
A female suspected of robbing drug stores in Mandarin and the Southside was located as a result of JSO
Evidence Technicians, Robbery Unit detectives, and vigilant patrol officers. On April 20 “Half Pint” robbed a Hess
Station on Atlantic Blvd. Officers spotted the suspect’s vehicle at another store, and Tamisha Charmaine James
was arrested. JSO cleared five robbery cases. Later in 2008 James plead guilty to armed robbery and was sentenced to 15 years in a Florida state prison. Photo 2: The vehicle Tamisha C. James used while robbing drug stores in
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VICTIM SERVICES WEEK
Several members of the agency were recognized during Victim’s Rights Events:
• Det. Robin Waters (see photo # 3), Special Assault Division/State Attorney’s Office, received the Law Enforce-
ment Victim Advocate Award.
• Det. Jared Reston, Career Criminal Unit and Ofc. Nicholas Rodgers, Zone 1, received special recognition as courageous law enforcement officers.
• JSO’s Victim/Witness Counselor Coordinator Kathy Pannell was awarded the 2008 Judicial Victim Advocate award for her work with the “Missing Link.” This program assists victims of domestic violence in filing petitions
for divorce.
In 2008, JSO police officers distributed more than 116, 617 Victim/Witness Guides to help victims in
their recovery. Photo 4: Ann Dugger, Executive Director, The Justice Coalition, hosts the National Crime Victims’ Rights
Week kickoff held at Hemming Plaza on April 14.
“OPERATON D-DAY”
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In April 2008, the JSO Mid-Level Narcotics squad participated in a one-day cultivation crackdown in North Florida and the panhandle code-named “Operation D-Day.” Duval County seized 633 marijuana plants ( see photo
# 5). The Squad targets mid-level dealers or organizations. The investigations generally are short and the members work in tandem with the Violent Crimes Task Force and the Aggravated Battery Unit to arrest violent drug
dealers that are not a part of more intricate drug operations.
“I TOOK THE PLEDGE” SAFETY PROGRAM
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The students at John Love Elementary School (see photo # 6) pledged to Sheriff Rutherford not to use a gun
to solve their problems during the “I Took the Pledge” safety program on April 17. JSO partnered with the Boys
and Girls Club of Northeast Florida to present the gun safety and conflict resolution program to children in local
elementary schools. Events such as this are coordinated by the Community Affairs Division (CAD) of the JSO.
The mission of the CAD is to promote community involvement by establishing crime prevention programs and
partnerships with citizens.
25TH ANNUAL LAW ENFORCEMENT TORCH RUN FOR SPECIAL OLYMPICS
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Photo 7: (l-r) Lt. John Lamb, Community Affairs, leads Chief David Stevens, Patrol East; Retired Det. Gregory Strickland; Asst.
Chief John Hartley, Narcotics/ Vice and HIDTA; Lt. Elizabeth Kenny, Zone 1; and Police Cpt. Mark Bowen, Patrol East during
the 25th Annual Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics on April 16. JSO participants raised more than $8,000.
CALLED TO SERVE: April Employees of the Month
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Photo 8: (l-r) Corrections Supervisor of the Month Sgt. Adraine L. Head, PTDF; Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt.
William T. Wilkerson, Community Affairs; Reserve Officer of the Month Morris Napier; Civilian Employee of the Month Renee
D. Barnhart, Clerical Support Aide III, Community Affairs; Corrections Officer of the Month Donald D. Boston, PTDF; and
Police Ofc. of the Month Kim A. Clausen, Zone 4.
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May
ANNUAL ShAdCo SAFETY FAIR
Photo 1: Representatives from the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Jacksonville Transportation Authority, and
the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office’s Mounted, K-9, Marine units and Bomb Squad participated in the Sheriff’s Advisory
Council (ShAdCo) Annual Safety Fair on May 3 at the River City Marketplace in Zone 6. Three additional ShAdCo safety
fairs were held at the following locations in 2008: Regency Square Mall, Zone 2; Avenues Mall, Zone 3, and at the WalMart on 103rd Street, Zone 4.
CSO GRADUATION
In 2008, 44 Community Service Officers (CSOs) were hired, increasing their ranks to 79. These “force multipliers” responded to 33,500 non-emergency public service calls in 2008, allowing the sworn police
officers to address the more serious law enforcement needs of the community. Photo 2: Twenty-two recruits
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graduated from the Community Service Officer Training class on May 12. This was the second group of CSO’s to complete the
class in 2008.
2008 CLICK IT OR TICKET CAMPAIGN COMES TO JACKSONVILLE
Memorial Day weekend is historically one of the deadliest on Florida roadways. The campaign’s results
included the apprehension of more than 150 fugitives and more than 1,000 were either cited or arrested for
driving with suspended licenses. Eighty two stolen vehicles were also recovered.
Each of the six zones has a traffic unit that participates in special enforcement programs such as “Click it
or Ticket”. These initiatives raise awareness of traffic laws and educate citizens about reducing traffic crash
fatalities by promoting safer driving techniques.
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In 2008, there were a total of 137 traffic fatalities in Duval County. This represents a 21 percent
decrease from 2007, when there were 174 traffic fatalities. Photo 3: Sheriff John Rutherford is flanked by
traffic officers at the “Click It or Ticket” safety belt enforcement campaign press conference on May 12.
“STRANGER DANGER” VIDEO PREMIERS
Production of the video was supervised by the JSO, funded by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Northeast Florida,
and written/produced/directed by film students from Douglas Anderson School of the Arts. More than 100
elementary schools in Duval County received a copy of the video. In addition to assisting with the “Stranger
Danger” video, members of the School Safety Education Unit presented 120 Officer Friendly and 77 Danger
Stranger presentations to elementary students during the 2007-2008 school year. Photo 4: Police Ofc. Keith
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Jowers, School Safety Education Unit, and McGruff the Crime Dog give a “thumbs up” for the new Stranger Danger Video
at the May 15 video debut at Lola Culver Elementary School.
LEGAL GUIDE FOR NEW ADULTS
The Legal Guide for New Adults provides important information to “rising seniors” and soon-to-be adults
about their legal rights and responsibilities as an adult in Florida. The guides are produced and distributed,
at no charge, through a grant from the Florida Bar Foundation as a part of the Bar’s Justice Teaching Program. Photo 5: (l-r) Sheriff John Rutherford along with Attorneys A. Russell Smith, Hank Coxe, and Superintendent
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Ed Pratt-Dannals spoke to juniors at Samuel A. Wolfson High School about the new Legal Guide for New Adults at the
school on May 21.
JACKSONVILLE JOURNEY UPDATE
In May the Jacksonville City Council approved implementation of the Sheriff’s long-term staffing plan, by
agreeing to allow the hiring cap to be raised. They authorized the hiring and training of 40 more officers in
the current fiscal year. The Sheriff’s Office realized savings in corrections, due to a lower inmate population
which created savings in food, medical costs, and overtime.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFT RING BUSTED
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With record high gas prices, and precious and semi-precious metals selling at an all time high, thieves
focused on the catalytic converters in automobiles. JSO’s Auto Theft Unit, working with a tipster, cleared more
than 30 of these cases in May.
CALLED TO SERVE: May Employees of the Month
Photo 6: (l-r) Reserve Officer of the Month William J. Hartley; Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. James A. Pendley,
Zone 6; Civilian Employee of the Month Rebecca R. Viets, Clerical Support Aide III,
Alarms Unit; Police Officer of the Month Clayton R. Short, Zone 1; and Civilian Supervisor of the Month Sergeant Moliea J.
Smith.
Not pictured: Corrections Officer of the Month Jeffery D. Pekks
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June
DNA TESTING HELPS SOLVE COLD CASES
The 2005 robbery and shooting death of Rolando Julio Chang was suspended when leads ran out and there
wasn’t enough information or evidence to identify a suspect. Like many Cold Cases, the JSO Homicide team
reactivated the case using DNA analysis by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE).
On June 6, 2008 Sheriff John H. Rutherford announced the arrest of suspect Jerry Alto Smith for the murder of
Chang. FDLE was able to link Smith through the Combined DNA Index System (CODIS). Members of the unit
successfully rebuilt the initial investigation after Smith was charged with Armed Robbery and Murder.
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CITIZEN TIPSTER WORKS WITH POLICE - M.D. IMPERSONATOR CAUGHT
In May Officer Ike Brown, working off-duty at an area hospital, was briefed by security guards about a possible
physician impersonator. Using surveillance film, Brown confirmed that other area hospitals had also experienced
thefts of laptop computers and purses. No attempt by the suspect to communicate with any patients was discovered. A citizen’s tip led Intelligence detectives to the man’s location. Edward Lavern Smith was arrested in June.
Stolen purses, laptops and credit cards were recovered at his home.
LOCAL DISCO CLUB CLOSED WHEN FOUND UNSAFE
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DART is a partnership between the JSO, city Code Enforcement, Building Safety, Zoning, the Fire Marshall’s Office,
and General Counsel’s Office. The partnership targets nuisance properties including businesses that are deemed
unsafe or have previously been involved in criminal activity such as illegal drugs, prostitution, alcohol violations,
gambling, dog fighting, and gang related activities.
In June, DART joined the state division of Alcohol, Beverage and Tobacco in an enforcement action at a local
nightclub. Violations included unauthorized alterations to the structure that breached a firewall and blocked an
alley allowing exit in case of a fire or emergency. DART worked more than 270 cases in 2008. Photo 1: DART
signs such as this label properties as unsafe.
JOINT ROLL CALLS
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Each Quarter the Sheriff and his leadership team host joint roll calls for officers and interested civilian
employees. This gathering gives men and women throughout the agency an opportunity to be addressed by the
Sheriff of the issues of the day, as well as informal recognition for a job well done. Photo 2: On June 11 Sheriff
Rutherford spoke to officers at the 7 a.m. Watch Two Roll Call at the Police Memorial Building.
SUMMER SAFETY MOVES TO FOREFRONT
Each summer in Zone 6, where Huguenot Park is located, and in Zone 2, where Kathryn Abbey Hanna Park is
located, officers use Four-Wheel Drive Units to patrol, help ensure citizen safety, and a quick response in the
event of an emergency. In addition, four JSO reserve officers volunteer their weekends, acting as force multipliers,
by patrolling the two parks in trucks, all-terrain vehicles, and by jet-ski.
In 2008, 85 reserve officers volunteered more than 21,200 hours of service by augmenting the JSO police
presence at special events throughout the city, athletic events at neighborhood schools, and patrolling in
the zones. Photo 3: JSO Reserve Officer patroling local beach.
JSO BOMB SQUAL ENHANCEMENTS FEATURED
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By year’s end, the Bomb squad had responded to 131 calls for assistance in Duval, Baker, Bradford, Clay,
Nassau and St. Johns Counties. However, as the Region 3, Tier 1 team for Florida’s Regional Domestic Security
Task Force, the squad is subject to calls for response from any of the additional counties including: Alachua,
Flagler, Gilchrist, Levy, Marion, Putnam, and Union Counties. Homeland security grant funding was secured to
purchase the additional equipment highlighted in the article, shown. Photo 4: credit: Florida Times Union, June 16,
2008, Dana Treen, Staff Writer.
CALLED TO SERVE: June Employees of the Month
Photo 5 (l-r standing): Corrections Officer of the Month Albert T. Braddy, PTDF; Police Officer of the Month Det. John J. Reynolds,
Career Criminal Unit; and Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Joe M. Harbin, Zone 1.
(l-r seated) Civlian Employee of the Month Police Emergency Communications Ofc. Patrice M. Georgeo, Communications;
and Corrections Supervisor of the Month Corrections Sgt. Jerry W. Kirkpatrick
Not pictured-Reserve Office of the Month Reserve Sgt. Michael L. Scratch.
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July
ZONE 3 AND BURGLARY UNIT TEAM UP TO SOLVE THEFTS
On July 29, 2008, Zone Three Officer Lauri A. Kindon contacted the Burglary Unit regarding a theft
involving the loss of commercial lawn equipment. Kindon had developed a source that identified a
potential suspect who was trying to sell stolen equipment. Burglary Sgt. Larry Kitchen worked with an
undercover detective, who posed as a potential buyer for the stolen merchandise and contacted the
suspect. During the conversation, Herman S. Davis (the suspect) agreed to a meeting.
The detectives met with the suspect and negotiated a deal to buy the mower for $800.00. Davis was
arrested and found to have driven a stolen vehicle with a stolen trailer license tag to the meeting with
the detective. He was charged with dealing in stolen property and auto theft. Detectives recovered two
diesel lawn mowers valued at $10,000, a stolen vehicle, and a stolen tag. Graph 1-Three year comparison of business and residential burglaries city-wide.
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AVIATION UNIT SUPPLIES NECESSARY SUPPORT FROM THE AIR
Continuous training is fundamental to the effectiveness of the agency’s specialized units.
Photo 2: Members of the JSO Air Units, Dive Team and Marine Unit train on the St. Johns River.
Operations of the Air Unit include surveillance, pursuits, search and rescues, drug interdiction, criminal
apprehension and prisoner transport. The unit logged 2,051 helicopter flight hours and supported
ground units for 6,375 dispatched and on-viewed calls for police service in 2008.
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“PRECIOUS CARGO” SUMMER CAR SAFETY INITIATIVE ROLLS INTO
LOCAL BUSINESS
The “Precious Cargo” Summer Car Safety public awareness initiative was launched to educate people
about leaving their children, pets and other valuables in hot vehicles unattended.
JSO officers distributed “Precious Cargo” reminder decals to area businesses, for their front doors and
windows, warning customers about the danger to people and pets left in a hot vehicle for just minutes.
During the press conference, a demonstration showed that in just 11 minutes the temperature in a
car had risen from 99 degrees to 120 degrees. Photo 3: (l-r) Nathan Newman, M.D., Chief Medical Officer,
Solantic; Police Officers Duane Darnell and April M. Cobb, Zone 2; and Karen Bowling, Chief Executive Officer,
Solantic look on as Sheriff John H. Rutherford addresses the media at the July 15 press conference held at the
Arlington Solantic medical clinic on Monument Road.
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LOCAL AGENCIES WORK TOGETHER TO KEEP WATERWAYS SAFE
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There are 39,000 registered boats in Duval County. This does not include the thousands from
other cities that travel our waterway each year.
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Memorial Day, Labor Day, and the 4th of July are the busiest recreational boating days in
Jacksonville.
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In 2008, the Marine Unit conducted 7,000 boater safety inspections on the waterways
and boat ramps and taught 29 boater safety courses. Photo 4: Members of the JSO Marine Unit and
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the U.S. Coast Guard participated in a July 3 press conference on Boater Safety Tips hosted by Major Lee
Beach, Regional Commander of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
ZONE ONE GETS NEW STOP STATION
Photo 5: Rev. Herman Fountain of Historic Mt. Zion AME Church (back left) looks on as Sheriff Rutherford
addresses shoppers at the grand opening of the Winn Dixie store at 777 Market Street. The July 9re-opening
celebrated massive renovations to the store, including new space that was allocated to support a JSO Stop
Station for officers. Photo courtesy of Winn Dixie.
CALLED TO SERVE: July Employees of the Month
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Photo 6: (l-r) Corrections Officer of the Month Nikki L. Logan, Montgomery Correctional Center; Reserve Officer
Timothy R. Hinson; Administrative Aide Kimberly D. Keen, Human Resources; Police Supervisor of the Month
Police Sgt. Angela L. Tompkins, Zone 4; and Civilian Supervisor of the Month Sgt. Sylvia L. Hutchinson, Central
Records/Data Input.
Not pictured: Police Officer Adam R. Boyd, Crime Free Housing Unit, Zone 3.
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“WORLD’S BEST” POLICE MOTORMAN
Police Officer David Sciandra (see photo # 1) defeated more than 100 other police motorcyclists to win a
competition held at the Harley-Davidson 100th Anniversary Police Motorcycle Skills Competition in Milwaukee,
WI on August 29. Police Ofc. Curt Brown placed fourth in the competition.
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These competitions are an integral part of police training. JSO utilizes 17 motorcycle officers for traffic enforcement and special events. Due to being less visible on the road, and the lack of physical protection provided by
a car, motorcycle police officers are more susceptible to serious injuries and death in on-duty traffic crashes.
COMMUNITIES RALLY AGAINST CRIME
The 25th Annual National Night Out (NNO) was held on Tuesday, August 5. JSO participated for the 22nd
year by holding more than 100 events in various neighborhoods. Neighborhood Watch groups plan events to
strengthen each neighborhood through increased crime prevention awareness, police/neighborhood relationships, and by encouraging support and participation in neighborhood watch programs and Sheriff’s Advisory
Councils (ShAdCo.)
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Jacksonville had 820 Neighborhood Watch programs operating in Jacksonville in 2008. Photo 2: On August
5, Sheriff Rutherford spoke to a group of Arlington residents about current issues in the city. It was one of the many
stops he and other members of the JSO leadership team make during National Night Out.
JACKSONVILLE ENDURES TROPICAL STORM FAY
First responders must be prepared for every event, planned and unplanned. Public safety during weather
related disasters is a top priority.
In late August Tropical Storm Fay skirted Jacksonville’s coastline, knocking down trees, creating power outages
and destroying property (see photo # 3). All JSO “essential personnel” are ready to activate and provide critical assistance when needed during these emergencies.
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ACCREDITATION HONORS EARNED BY JSO
In August the JSO underwent two on-site assessments for re-accreditation. One by the Commission for Florida
Law Enforcement Accreditation, Inc. (CFA) and one by the Commission on Accreditation of Law Enforcement
Agencies (CALEA.)
Assessors from CALEA recommended reaccreditation WITH DISTINCTION, indicating an evaluation of 100%
compliance with all applicable mandatory standards. Additionally, the CFA concluded its assessment of JSO,
also recommending recognition for 100% compliance with all its mandatory standard
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For many years the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office has maintained the “Triple Crown” of accreditation, being accredited by all three major criminal justice accrediting agencies: CALEA, American Correctional Association
(ACA) and National Commission on Correctional Health Care (NCCHC). The Sheriff’s Office has also successfully completed State accreditation for both Law Enforcement (CFA) and Corrections (Florida Corrections
Accreditation Commission), bringing the total number of accreditations held by the Sheriff’s Office to five.
Photo 4: (l-r) Police Sgt. Buster French, Academy; Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)
Assessor “Team Leader” Deputy Chief Douglas A. Middleton, Henrico County Division of Police, Richmond, VA; Sheriff John
H. Rutherford; and CALEA Assessor Director Kevin T. Nuss, Oldham County Emergency Management, Lagrange, Kentucky
at the CALEA exit interview held on August 21.
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DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS HOLDS SPECIAL GRADUATION FOR
11 INMATES
The JSO Department of Corrections held the first WorkNet Training Program graduation for 11 inmates at the
John E. Goode Pre-Trial Detention Facility on August 1. The WorkNet training program prepares inmates for a
successful transition back into society upon release and addresses concerns inmates have about re-entry into
the community.
The JSO Department of Corrections provided the City of Jacksonville 240,812 hours of inmate labor, with
an associated savings to taxpayers of $1.6 million in 2008. Photo 5: (l-r) Resource Specialist Alyssa Bishop
(left), Jacksonville Re-Entry Center (JREC); Manager Cathy Chadeayne (center), Jacksonville Re-Entry Center (JREC);
Lenny Wright (right rear), WorkNet Facilitator; and Corrections Officer Eric Wesley (far right), Pre-Trial Detention Facility.
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CALLED TO SERVE: August Employees of the Month
Photo 6: (l-r) Reserve Officer of the Month N. Keith Tanner; Civilian Employee of the Month Recreational Leader Shelly
D. Williams, Police Athletic League; Corrections Officer of the Month David L. Baker, PTDF; Corrections Supervisor of the
Month Corrections Sgt. Lynette F. Clinch, PTDF; Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. James A. Parker, Homicide Unit
(Cold Case), and Police Office of the Month Larry R. Propper, K-9 Unit.
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SHERIFF ANNOUNCES PARTNERSHIP WITH ICE
JSO partnered with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in 2008 to enforce 287 (g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA). The program uses specially trained and deputized corrections personnel,
who access federal databases to determine if arrestees are felony criminal illegal aliens. Photo 1: (l-r) Cor-
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rections Officer Jamal Prejean, Pre-Trial Detention Facility; Sheriff John H. Rutherford; Corrections Officer Mae West,
Pre-Trial Detention Facility; and Assistant Field Office Director David Wing, Immigration and Customs Enforcement
(ICE) announce the new partnership.
CRISIS INTERVENTION AND TRAINING AIDS INMATES
In order to effectively treat and safely house mentally ill inmates at all three of its corrections facilities, the
JSO now trains all corrections employees in Crisis Intervention. Additional training exists for dual certified
officers, so they can process Baker Act patients/inmates. This is more efficient that removing a sworn officer from patrol to handle the processing of this special population. Photo 2: Susan Lee, Executive Director,
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Mental Health America of Northeast Florida (left); and Julio Martinez, Chair, Board of Directors (right); presented
Corrections Sgt. Barbara J. Weber (middle) with the Community Leadership Award for Advancing Mental Health within
the Law Enforcement Community at a reception on Sept 16. Corrections Sgt. Weber was recognized for her work in
the JSO Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) program and enhanced training of CO’s.
InVest AWARDED GRANT AND GIVEN STATEWIDE RECOGNITION
The Intimate Violence Enhanced Services Team (InVest) partnership is a collaboration between the JSO,
Hubbard House, and the City of Jacksonville. The Team was awarded a 2008 U.S. Department of Justice
grant from the Office on Violence Against Women.
During 2008, InVest associates met and reviewed a total of 7,297 domestic violence police reports.
Based on the review of reports, 380 potential clients were identified as “high risk” victims during
2008. Of this number, 83 victims accepted the services of InVest and became clients.
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READING CAMPAIGN AT SCHOOLS
Sheriff Rutherford read to fourth grade students from on of his favorite books, “Ride for the Brand” a collection of stories by Red Steagall on September 5 (see photo # 3). He was at San Jose Elementary School
for their Fall reading campaign “Diagnosis: Success.”
ZONE 4 STARTS NEW H.O.M.E. PROJECT
Zone 4 Sergeant Donald Smith and Officer Wayne Dees developed the Homeless Outreach through Monitoring and Enforcement (HOME) project in September. Members of the homeless population are offered
the options of shelter and mental health facilities by officers. JSO also removes the makeshift “homes” and
related debris from city property, using inmate labor (see photo # 4).
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SHERIFF’S NEIGHBORHOOD CRIME PREVENTION WALKS REACH
CITIZENS IN ALL AREAS OF DUVAL COUNTY
On Sept. 16 Sheriff John Rutherford (photo # 5) spoke to the residents who live around Edward Waters
College in Zone 5 about crime prevention. Joining him on the walk were EWC President Claudette H.
Williams Ed.D (left); EWC Vice President of Financial Affairs Jim Washburn (second from left); and State
Attorney-elect Angela Corey (right). Sheriff Rutherford is routinely joined by city council members, clergy,
and civic leaders to walk neighborhoods in Jacksonville. The walks allow citizens an opportunity to talk to
the Sheriff and his staff and discuss crime and crime prevention in their neighborhoods.
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JSO EMPLOYEES MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY
JSO employees and their families participated in three charity events in September:
• Rasing $ 3,314 for the American Heart Walk
• Hosting and participating in the 10th Annual Sheriff’s Cup Charity Golf Classic held on September 23, raising more than $88,000 for the Police Athletic League and
• On Sept. 25 “Team JSO” lead the way in the 10th Annual “Light the Night Walk” for the North Florida Chapter of the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Employees raised more than $1,500 for the
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in shirt sales. JSO’s Corrections employees have been a driving force in this event for the 10 years that it has existed (see photo # 6).
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CALLED TO SERVE: September Employees of the Month
Photo 7: (l-r standing) Corrections Supervisor of the Month Sgt. Gary L. Riggs, Montgomery Correctional Center;
Police Supervisor of the Month Sgt. Robert A. Beers, Zone 2; Civilian Employee of the Month Joseph R. Cangemi,
Support Services; Reserve Officer E. Frank Grossholz.
(l-r) seated: Police Officer of the Month Det. Vernon A. Richardson, Missing Persons; and Corrections Officer of the
Month Vericka A. Brookins, PTDF.
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October
DERELICT VEHICLE LAW
Changes to a Florida State Statute, regarding the use of a “derelict motor vehicle certificate” for the sale or purchase of derelict cars, took effect in October. The new law forced vehicle owners, salvage vehicle dealers, and
certified secondary metal recycling companies to provide proper documentation of ownership when selling or
purchasing derelict vehicles. Members of the Auto Theft Unit conducted inspections and found more than four
businesses that were not in compliance. Three arrests were made. The unit offered trainings to the companies
to alleviate confusion about the law. Photo 1: A Red BMW was stolen and improperly sold to a salvage yard. The owner
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was in the process of restoring the vintage BMW, when a neighbor had the car removed and sold it to an unlicensed
dealer, who in-turn sold it to a salvage dealer to be stripped for parts.
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JSO EMPLOYEES HONORED FOR EXCELLENCE
Throughout the year, the following organizations recognized the excellent work of JSO employees from all areas
of the agency:
• 200 Club of Jacksonville
• Exchange Club of Jacksonville
• Arlington Optimist Club
• Sons of the American Revolution
• Southside Businessman’s Club
• Kiwanis Club of Jacksonville
• American Society for Industrial Security
• Rotary Club of West Jacksonville, Inc. 2
Photo 2: (l-r) Det. Jared T. Reston, Career Criminal Unit; CSO Carnell Brown, Zone 2; and Jacksonville Fire and Rescue
Lieutenants Mark Kruger and Michael “Chip” George display their awards following the Southside Business Men’s Club
Annual Police Officer and Fire Fighter of the Year awards ceremony on October 22.
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JACKSONVILLE JOURNEY FUNDING INCLUDES PREVENTION AND
INTERVENTION PROGRAMS
The city’s 2008-2009 budget included the hiring of much needed police and corrections officers, plus funding
for projects and programs identified by various Journey subcommittees. Returning convicted felons to the community and helping them become successful, along with other important prevention and intervention programs,
are critical to stemming violent crime in the community.
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VICE UNIT BREAKS UP DOG FIGHTING RING
Members of the Vice Unit arrested four people for using animals for the purpose of fighting, following a four
month investigation on the Northside. More than 100 dogs were rescued. Cattle prods, syringes, canine drugs,
and other dog fighting paraphernalia was recovered. The home was DARTed and several vehicles were seized.
Photo 3: Of the 116 pit bulls rescued, 102 had to be euthanized. The remaining 14 were mostly puppies, and along with
several adult dogs, were deemed suitable for adoption.
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LIGHT THE CITY
JSO Motor Unit members (see photo # 4) led 750 motorcyclists and their passengers, who participated in
the annual Light the City charity ride. The event raised more than $37,000 for PAL and the Concerns of Police
Survivors (COPS.)
INVESTIGATION REVEALS UNPERMITTED STORAGE OF 60,000 TIRES
The JSO Interagency Special Investigations Unit and the Department of Environmental Protection collaborated
to investigate the unlawful storage of 60,000 illegally dumped tires at four different sites in Jacksonville (see
photo # 5). Kenneth Landers was located and arrested on charges of. In addition, the owners of the properties
involved were required to lawfully dispose of the tires or reduce the numbers of tires to meet state guidelines.
NEW FISCAL YEAR INFUSES OPERATION SAFE STREETS OVERTIME
A $4 million allocation by city officials ensured that overtime officers would return to the streets to continue
their community outreach and enforcement through the end of 2008 and into 2009. From Feb-May in 2008,
overtime money used for amplified police presence in the “Hot Spots” neighborhoods resulted in a 29%
reduction of murder in those areas, and a 15% reduction city wide.
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CALLED TO SERVE: October Employees of the Month
Photo 6: (l-r standing) Corrections Officer of the Month William B. Stanford, PTDF; Police Supervisor of the Month Lt.
Mathew S. Nemeth, Zone 1; Civilian Employee of the Month Clerical Support Aide III, Alecia Y. Tremble, Investigations
Division, Crimes Against Property and Crimes Against Persons; Police Officer of the Month Det. Jared T. Reston, Career
Criminal Unit; and Volunteer Bishop Darrell L. Coats, Community Posse.
Not pictured: Corrections Supervisor of the Month Corrections Sgt. Barbara J. Weber, PTDF.
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POLICE EXPLORER PROGRAM DEVELOPS LAW ENFORCEMENT SKILLS
IN TEENS
On November 25, thirty-five Police Explorer cadets (see photo # 1) celebrated graduation from the Police
Explorer program. They completed 64 hours of training in various police related functions, all designed to
develop their interest law enforcement as a profession. The Explorer Program is a branch of the Boy Scouts
that educates and involves youth in police operations. The participants also train and compete in regional
and statewide Florida Sheriff’s Explorers Association competitions to test their skills.
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JSO CO-HOSTS THE NORTHEAST FLORIDA REGIONAL DOMESTIC
SECRITY TASK FORCE ANNUAL MEETING
On Nov. 18 members of the Florida Coast Guard (left boat), Florida Wildlife Commission (right boat), and
the JSO Marine Unit (not pictured) demonstrated tactical waterborne responses, on the St. Johns River,
during the Northeast Florida Regional Domestic Security Task Force (RDSTF) Annual Meeting held at Metropolitan Park (see photo # 2). More than 200 members of the RDSTF from the 12 surrounding counties
attended the event. Agencies brought tactical equipment and demonstrated the broad range of capabilities of first responders.
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ANNUAL ShAdCo MEETING RECONGIZES MEMBERSHIP GROWTH
During the annual ShAdCo meeting held on November 20, Sheriff Rutherford and his staff thanked the
more than 500 plus ShAdCo members in attendance, for their partnership and volunteer time during the
past year.
The Sheriff also uses the meeting as an opportunity to share his vision for the coming year, and to
inspire ShAdCo members to stay active in the fight against crime.
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ShAdCo is a volunteer organization of community members who meet regularly. It provides direct
communication between JSO and citizens on issues of importance in the members’ neighborhoods. By
year’s end there were 19 ShAdCo’s in operation with a combined membership of more than 2000
members. Photo 3: State Attorney-elect Angela Corey attended the annual ShAdCo Meeting and spoke to
citizens about the need for partnerships between the police, citizens and city officials to fight crime in
Jacksonville.
33RD STREET PAL EXPANDS IN 2008
The PAL Board of Directors, Jacksonville PAL, and the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office hosted the grand opening
of a new PAL Teen Development Center located at the 33rd Street facility, on November 21. The new center
provides teens ages 15 and up use of the center and the programs offered. Planned programs and services include: workforce development, community service projects, academic support, entrepreneurship,
career development, entertainment, financial planning, educational and enrichment field trips and leadership training. The center currently serves 70 youth. Photo 4: Director of Patrol and Enforcement Micheal
Edwards emceed the “Grand Opening” of the new Teen Development Center on November 21.
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MOUNTED UNIT STEPS IN
Three members of the JSO Mounted Unit patrolled neighborhoods in Arlington, following a rash of daytime residential burglaries. The unit (see photo # 5) responds, when requested, to any area of the city,
providing an additional law enforcement presence. The horse’s stature affords the officers greater visibility
and their presence in neighborhoods acts both as a crime deterrent and a community outreach tool. First
Coast News reported that residents who live in the area came out of the houses just to say how thankful
they were for the crime fighters that are hard to miss.
CALLED TO SERVE: November Employees of the Month
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Photo 6: (l-r) Reserve Officer of the Month Keith L. Seamann: Civilian Employee of the Month William F. Bass, Montgomery Correctional Center; Corrections Supervisor of the Month Corrections Sgt. Kenneth R. Westberry, II, Pre-Trial
Detention Facility; Corrections Officer of the Month Mark M. Parrott, PTDF; Police
Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Jerry C. Stang, Economic Crimes Unit; Police Officer of the Month Mark E.
Gorsage (now retired), former member of the Canine Unit.
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RIDING FOR THE BRAND 15
December
CLAY AND DUVAL COOPERATION EXPANDS
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The program dubbed “Cops Without Boarders” was first introduced in 2007, when the Clay County Sheriff’s
Office (CCSO) partnered with JSO to track criminals who moved across jurisdictions. Utilizing the Law Enforcement Information Exchange (LInX) system, developed by Naval Criminal Investigative Service and with a
memorandum of understanding between many agencies, officers can now track crime patterns and criminals
that move between jurisdictions.
In addition to the public campaign about “Cops Without Borders,” CCSO is adopting some of the same strategies used in JSO’s Operation Safe Streets. For the criminals, the message is “When You Cross the Line, So
Will Law Enforcement.” Photo 1: (l-r) State Attorney-elect Angela Corey, Clay County Sheriff Rick Besler, Sheriff John H.
Rutherford, and officers from both agencies, at the Dec. 1 news conference announcing the new COPS WITHOUT
BOARDERS billboard campaign on Blanding Boulevard.
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JSO SUPPORTS THE COMMUNITY THROUGHOUT THE HOLIDAYS
I.M. Sulzbacher Holiday Party, 21 Kids of Christmas, Shop with a Cop, Special Needs Christmas Party,
and the Annual Children’s Home Society Christmas Party are among the many annual events JSO employees
organize and participate in to help make the holiday season special for children and their families in
Jacksonville. Photo 2: New this year, Police Ofc. Michael Tomberg, Crime Free Multi-Housing Unit, Zone 2, played Santa
to the Hicks Family of the Chase Oaks Apartments on December 16.
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INMATES GAIN SKILLS WHILE INCARCERATED
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On December 8, 2008 JSO’s Community Transitions Center held graduation services for inmates who earned
their General Education Development (GED) equivalency diploma or technical proficiency certificates. By years
end, 73 inmates earned their GED’s as a result of the partnership between the JSO, the City of Jacksonville, and the Florida
Community College Jacksonville in a program called DAWN. Photo 3: Axavien Kelly stands with his family after earning his
GED on December 8. Editor’s note- since earning his degree, Mr. Kelly has been released and is currently attending welding school.
JSO CITIZEN’S ACADEMY GROWS IN POPULARITY
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Twice a year JSO holds a Citizen’s Academy to give citizens a broader understanding of how law enforcement
functions in the community. In 2008 more than 30 citizens attended the 12 week class to learn about specialized units such as the Bomb Squad, Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team, and Narcotics. They also
toured the JSO correctional facilities and the firing range. Photo 4: Director of Personnel and Professional Standards
Rick Lewis (far left) and Police Officer Cindy Leavens, Citizen’s Academy Instructor (far right), were on hand to celebrate
with the class of 13 Citizen’s Academy graduate in December.
“THE PREMIERE LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY IN THE COUNTRY”
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All training of Sworn and Corrections personnel is conducted at the Northeast Florida Criminal Justice Training
and Education Center (“The Academy”). During 2008, the Academy offered four non-certified police officer
classes, two police certified classes, two Corrections class, four cross-over classes, and two FCCJ basic
law enforcement courses. In addition, 123 specialized/advanced courses, 22 police supervisor In-Service
sessions, nineteen 19 Corrections In-Service sessions, and five Community Service Officer In-Service sessions were held. Photo 5: On Dec. 18 Corrections Officer Christopher Scarprinati addressed the 14 corrections recruits
during their graduation ceremony from the Basic Corrections Class, at the Academy.
REMEMBERING TED HIRES
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The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office enjoys the support of many business and civic leaders in the community.
Perhaps none of them had as great an impact on making sure the criminal justice system serves the victims
of crime as Ted Hires (see photo # 6). He died suddenly in December. Ted founded The Justice Coalition, a non
profit organization that is dedicated to serving crime victims and their families, as well as engaging the law
abiding community to help in the fight against crime. His support and friendship to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s
Office will be missed and his devotion to making Jacksonville a safer city will be forever appreciated.
CALLED TO SERVE: December Employees of the Month
Photo 7: (l-r) Police Supervisor of the Month Police Sgt. Bobby Lyle, Field Training Office; Reserve Officer of the Month
Michael D. Bragg; Civilian Supervisor of the Month William Winstead, Facilities Manager, Police Services; Civilian Employee
of the Month Freda B. McDowell, ID/Records; Police Officer of the Month Trent M. Helms, Patrol, Zone 6.
Not pictured: Corrections Officer of the Month Russell Rhoden, PTDF.
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Special Awards, Presentations and Recognition
SIX PILLARS of CHARACTER
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Ten JSO employees received the Six Pillars
of Character in 2008. Each Six Pillars of
Character recipient is chosen, as deserved,
for displaying at least one of the Six Pillars of
Character: trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring, and citizenship.
MAY
Police Lt.
John Lamb
Community Affairs
JUNE
Police Ofc.
David Sciandra
Zone 3
JANUARY
Assistant Chief
Bobby Deal
Special Events
FEBRUARY
Corrections Ofc.
Letitia Merriweather
Academy
MARCH
Ret. Police Ofc.
Scott McNeil
APRIL
Police Sgt.
Ricky Brown
Zone 4
JULY
Police Sgt.
Steve Zona
Robbery Unit
AUGUST
School Resource Ofc.
Richard Hendley
Community Affairs
SEPTEMBER
2
Police Ofc.
Hazel Moore
Zone 5
OCTOBER
Police Ofc.
Mike McCall
Zone 5
CERTIFICATES of COMMENDATIONS
CERTIFICATES of APPRECIATION
Awarded to JSO employees in recognition of service “above and beyond”
the call of duty.
Awarded to civilians who assist the JSO and the community.
Police Sgt. Lakesha A. Anderson, Zone 4
Det. Donald A. Bishop, Robbery Unit
Det. Patrick A. Bodine, Homicide Unit
Police Ofc. Beau H. Bottin IV, Zone 4
Det. Byron D. Butler,Robbery Unit
Police Sgt. Keith A. Clement, Zone 4
Det. Jamie L. Eason, Homicide Unit
Det. Tanya M. Fowler, Robbery Unit
Det. Tim A. Gagnon, Robbery Unit
Police Ofc. Jody M. Kirkland, Zone 5 Det. Larry E. Kuczkowski, Robbery Unit
Corrections Ofc. Nikki L. Logan, MCC
Corrections Ofc. Lisa M. Love, MCC
Corrections Ofc. David L. Lucas, MCC
Det. Rudy A. McClain, Robbery Unit
Police Ofc. Scott J. McNeil, Zone 4
Corrections Sgt. Donna McWaters, MCC
Police Ofc. Jason M.Mosley, Zone 4
Police Ofc. Marc A. Musser, Zone 4
Det. Clem G. Nieto, Robbery Unit
Mr. Brad Barnett
Mr. Aaron Brown
Mr. Mark Caliel
Mr. James Carroll
Mr. Jelani Crawford
Mr. Daniel Devries
Mr. Jerry Dorman
Mr. Jeff Engelskirch
Mr. Lee Griffin, III
Mr. Skip Gwinn
Mr. Mark Hartley
Mr. William Hatchett
Mr. Albert Hoehn
Mr. Omar Holcomb
Mr. Artemus Holly
Mr. Christopher Howell
Mr. Jerzy Hubert
Mr. Rodney Ivey
Ms. Susan Ivey
Corrections Sgt. Velinda R. Owens, MCC
Det. Mike N. Padgett, Robbery Unit
Police Ofc. Michael R. Pickering, Zone 4
Det. Margaret M. Rhatigan, Homicide Unit
Corrections Ofc. Thomas W. Riner, MCC
Det. Juan F. Roa, Robbery Unit
Det. Juan L. Santiago, Robbery Unit
Det. Donnie E. Slayton, Robbery Unit
Police Ofc. Bart R. Smith, Zone 4
Police Sgt. Barry L. Stevenson,
Violent Crimes Task Force
Det. Dennis M. Sullivan, Homicide Unit
Corrections Ofc. James D. Taylor, MCC
Det. Ernest M. Thompson, Robbery Unit
Police Ofc. Scott A. Tucker, Zone 5
Police Ofc. Rick E. Vercruysse, Zone 4
Police Sgt. Arthur A. Webb II, Zone 4
Police Ofc. Justin C. Wilson, Zone 4
Police Ofc. Troy D. Yorton, Zone
MEDAL OF MERIT
Awarded to JSO employees who perform acts
of courage in extremely hazardous situations.
Police Ofc. Roy A. Fabila, Zone 1
Police Ofc. Scott E. Millan, Zone 2
Police Ofc. Burton W. Thomas, Zone 1
Police Ofc. Michael T. Wong, Zone 1
Police Ofc. M. Robert Winslow, Marine Unit
LIFESAVING AWARD
Awarded to JSO employees whose actions directly results in the saving of another’s life.
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Police Ofc. Ryan T. Fraser, Zone 4
Corrections Officer David M. Mireles, Jails
Police Ofc. James M. Taylor, Zone 1
Police Ofc. John Whitcomb, Zone 2
Police Ofc. G. Perry Yarber, Zone 5
Det. Latosha M. Agnew, Burglary Unit
Police Ofc. D. Paul Aldridge, Marine Unit
Police Ofc. Chester Bear, Zone 6
Police Ofc. Frank H. Canaday, Zone 4
Police Ofc. David J. Couch, Zone 4
Mr. Dean Jones
Mr. Jeff Kocak
Mr. Fred Kowkabany
Mr. Jeffrey Landers
Mr. Ken Manning
Mr. Bob McGarvey
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Mr. Dennis
McWhorter
Ms. Kristina Meade
Mr. Matt O’Keefe
Mr. Charles Pearson
Mr. Johnny Pride
Mr. Sedrick Rivers
Mr. Gary Silcox
Mr. Kelly Sweat
Mr. Philip5 Vetter
Ms. Misty Williams
Ms. Maria Williams
Mr. Gene Williams
Police Ofc. C. Pete Goody, Marine Unit
Police Ofc. P. John Hysler, Zone 4
Police Ofc. Christian
6 L. Kornegay, Zone 3
PURPLE HEART
Awarded to a sworn or corrections officer who
is seriously injured while performing his/her
official duties.
Det. Jared T. Reston, Career Criminal Unit
Police Officer Nicholas A. Rodgers, Zone 1 RIDING FOR
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Crime Statistics & Budget
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Grants Awarded by Year – 2008
Award Amount Florida Department of Transportation- Integrated Traffic and Public Safety Analysis Project - year 3
Florida Department of Transportation - Covert DUI Vehicle Project
USDOJ - JAG - Jacksonville Re-Entry Center - year 2
FDLE - JAG - Beaches Analyst - year 2
USDOJ - State Criminal Alien Assistance Program USDOJ - OJP - Bulletproof Vests Partnership
2008 TOTAL
Required
$27,328 $25,828 $57,678 $81,109 $51,661 $22,464 $30,188 $270,428 OFFICE OF SHERIFF
FY 2008
ANNUAL
BUDGET
OFFICE OF SHERIFF
FY 2008 ANNUAL BUDGET
OTHER SERVICES
& CHARGES
19%
INSURANCE
1%
SUPPLIES & CAPITAL
2%
SALARIES
57%
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
21%
$25,828
APPROVED
BUDGET
BY CATEGORY
% OF
TOTAL
SALARIES
$183,045,770
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
66,688,618
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
11,169,315 OTHER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
10,549,354
TRAVEL AND PER DIEM
220,607
COMMUNICATIONS & FREIGHT 204,030
INTERNAL SERVICE ALLOCATIONS
33,682,773
UTILITY SERVICES
465,287
RENTALS AND LEASES
401,609
INSURANCE
3,438,736
REPAIR & MAINTENANCE SERVICES
3,703,661
PRINTING & BINDING
95,656
OTHER CURRENT OBLIGATIONS
1,633,843
OFFICE SUPPLIES
524,456
OPERATING SUPPLIES
5,916,289
TRAINING, PUBLICATIONS, & MEMBERSHIPS 579,929
MACHINARY AND EQUIPMENT 60,003
56.8 20.7
3.5
3.3
.1 .1 10.4
.1 .1 1.1 1.1 0
.5 .2
1.8
.2
0
OFFICE OF SHERIFF
FY 06-07 VS. FY 07-08
TOTAL
$322,379,936 100.0
COMPARISON OF ANNUAL BUDGETS
Description
Approved Budget FY 07 Approved Budget FY 08
increase/
(Decrease)
Salaries
Employee Benefits
Professional Services
Other Contractual Services
Travel and Per Diem Communicaitions and Freight
Internal Service Allocations
Utility Services
Rentals and Leases
Insurance
Repair & Maintenance Services
Printing and Binding
Other Obligations
Office Supplies
Operating Supplies
Training, Publications, & Memberships
Machinery and Equipment
$176,308.584
57,440,795
7,702,795
8,936,389
184,746
201,372
32,414,172
352,020
528,109
3,313,874
3,114,300
90,000
1,314,776
420,954
4,818,250
633,535
3
$183,045,770
66,688,618
11,169,315
10,549,354
220,607
204,030
33,682,773
465,287
401,609
3,438,736
3,703,661
95,656
1,633,843
524,456
5,916,289
579,929
60,003
$6,737,186
9,247,823
3,466,520
1,612,965
35,861
2,658
1,268,601
113,267
(126,500)
124,862
589,361
5,656
319,067
103,502
1
,098,039
(53,606)
60,000
$ 297,774.674
$ 322,379,936
8 TO SERVE
18 CALLED
$ 24,605,262
% of Increase/
(Decrease)
3.7%
13.9%
31.0%
15.3%
16.3%
1.3%
3.8%
24.3%
-31.5%
3.6%
15.9%
5.9%
19.5%
19.7%
18.6%
9.2%
100.0%
8.3%
Crime Statistics
JACKSONVILLE
SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
UCR Crimes for
2007 – –
2008
UCR CRIMES
FOR
2008
JACKSONVILLE SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
UCR PART I CLEARANCES
– 2008
UCR Part 1 Clearances
70.00
35.000
2008 Jacksonville Clearances
66.4
66.1
2007 National Average
1
30.000
60.00
30,157
25.000
48.8
46.9
NUMBER
PERCENT CLEARED
54.6
50.00
39.6
40.00
20.000
15.000
30.00
23.0
20.00
12,012
21.4
10.000
17.8
15.5
13.3
10.3
10.00
0.00
4,717
5,000
9.5
9.1
0
MURDER
RAPE
ROBBERY
AGG
ASSAULT
BURGLARY
LARCENY
VEHICLE
THEFT
115
262
MURDER
RAPE
ROBBERY
AGG
ASSAULT
UCR CRIMES
10 YEAR TREND
60000
50,238
51,072
51,250
51,021
50,520
49,771
LARCENY
VEHICLE
THEFT
MURDERS BY MONTH – 2008
50,117
49,771
Murders by115
MonthMurders
– 2008
54,230
53,652
14
40000
12
Number
30000
10
NUMBER
BURGLARY
CRIME
CRIME
50000
4,029
2,938
8
20000
6
10000
4
0
1999
2000
2001
2002
2003
2004
2005
2006
2007
2008
YEAR
2
0
Murders
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
11
7
7
7
7
11
13
5
12
14
12
TRAFFIC HOMICIDES BY MONTH
2007 vs. 2008
25
20
15
10
5
0
2007 Alcohol/Drug
2008 Alcohol/Drug
2007 All
2008 All
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
12
4
7
3
8
7
4
6
3
9
8
6
6
4
7
5
6
3
11
6
9
6
4
6
Total
85
65
20
11
13
9
16
12
17
12
12
13
12
13
13
7
14
12
13
13
23
13
10
10
11
12
174
137
7 THE BRAND 19
RIDING
Dec Total
9
115
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
Emergency
Non-Emergency
Police Information
Jail Information
Administration
Internal Affairs
COMMUNITY AFFAIRS DIVISION
Crime Prevention
Special Events
School Resource Officer
911
630-0500
630-7600
630-5747
630-2120
630-2187
630-2160
630-2160
630-2196
630-2160
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is a triple
crown accredited law enforcement agency.
PATROL DIVISION
Zone 1 (Gateway)
Zone 2 (Regency)
Zone 3 (Powers Avenue)
Zone 4 (Cedar Hills)
Zone 5 (Superior Street)
Zone 6 (Dunn Avenue)
DETECTIVE DIVISION
Crimes Against Property
Burglary Unit
Economic Crimes
Interagency Investigations
Auto Theft Unit/Marine Theft
Crimes Against Persons
Homicide Unit
Cold Case Unit
Fugitive Unit
630-2190
924-5361
726-5100
828-5463
573-3165
384-8028
696-4335
630-2170
630-7998
630-2175
630-2177
665-8025
630-2173
630-7991
630-2172
630-2172
630-2180
Missing Persons Unit
630-2627
Robbery Unit
630-2179
Sex Crimes/Family Violence
& Child Abuse Unit
630-2168
Intimate Violence Enhanced
Services Team
588-0201
Traffic Homicide Unit
630-2178
Victim Services Coordinator
630-1764
HOMELAND SECURITY DIVISION 630-0449
Career Criminal Unit
630-2324
Narcotics/Vice
630-2163
Homeland Security Unit
630-0449
DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
SERVICES
630-2205
Central Records Unit
630-2209
Civil Process Unit
630-2141
Property and Evidence
588-0005
PERSONNEL & PROFESSIONAL
STANDARDS
630-2134
Academy
713-4900
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