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From the members of the nation’s oldest and proudest May, 2014

In This Issue:

Message From the Colonel (Page 2)

New Trooper to Serve in Father’s Footsteps(Page 4)

Life at the National Academy (2)

Dispatcher Wins Award (Page 22)

From the Field(Pages 24-25)

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Profile: Internship Coordinator Orphia Quadros (Page 6)Colonel

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Welcome 81st Recruit Training Troop

It’s never been easy to become a Massachusetts State Trooper. The entrance process tests your resolve, your commitment, and your will. The process is exhaustive with written examinations, physicals, psychological testing, agility testing, oral interviews, background investigations, and then twenty-three weeks of intensive academic, physical, and practical training. The road to the DCU Center on May 9th is not any easy one - nor should it be. Upwards of 15,000 people take the written examination to become a Trooper in Massachusetts. Several thousand candidates are vetted for a typical recruit class. In the case of the 81st Recruit Training Troop (RTT), 230 candidates reported on Monday, December 2, 2013 - Day #1. Some thought that getting to the door was enough. Some decided they weren’t prepared, while others likely concluded that this was not what it appeared to be or perhaps just not for them.

Whatever their motivation for departing or enduring the twenty-three week program, 174 candidates will raise their hands and accept an oath that will open a door to a world that few experience. Learning will not end for them in New Braintree; hopefully it will never end at all. Though the rigors of academy life will soon fade to memory, three months of closely supervised field training with a seasoned field training officer (FTO) awaits. Their probationary terms will extend a year from the moment the oath of office is administered. They’ll be welcomed by a department desperately in need of their presence and by a community that will hold them, rightfully, to a higher standard of conduct. l congratulate and welcome each of you, our newest Troopers, to the ranks of the Massachusetts State Police.

Boston Marathon 2014 Edition

After months of preparation and planning, the 2014 Boston Marathon can finally be put on the shelf. Following weeks of reaching out to the public and encouraging them to turn out and, in doing so, make a statement about the resilience of their community and the importance of the Boston Marathon, they responded in record numbers. It was a day to remember in Massachusetts and a day that the focus of the entire nation was right here, in our own backyard. There were many objectives for this year’s race and certainly primary among them was keeping everyone safe and secure. In our business, we use multiple metrics to gage outcome or performance. They include such things as staffing requirements, equipment utilization, associated costs, arrests made, and so forth. An important objective that everyone shared– second only to safety – was ensuring that

the traditional atmosphere of celebration that we have come to cherish on Marathon Monday remained intact. In anticipation of this year’s Marathon, cynics and detractors often suggested that government would turn this into an encampment or that law enforcement officials would simply prefer that everyone just stayed home. Nothing could have been further from the truth. In an effort to reassure the community, our department went to both mainstream media and social media on a daily basis to encourage the attendance of spectators --especially families -- who traditionally turn out to support and cheer runners. Certainly there would be some added inconvenience with security screening, but not to the extent that it would suppress or taint the atmosphere and spirit of the day.

Public perception and confidence is a critical element of public safety and security. Our objective was to make the Boston Marathon feel safer, but not at the expense of overwhelming participants and spectators with overbearing restrictions. We are like umpires at a baseball game: it’s important to the outcome that we are there, but no one is coming out to see the umpires. The fact that there was so little criticism of the overall security provisions and so much attention focused on the weather, the participants, and the enjoyment of the masses may be the best review we could have ever desired. I want to express my sincere gratitude to all of you for the tremendous effort you put forth in making this a safe and successful day for our state.

Social Media Growth

As you hopefully saw last month, the department announced the release of the Massachusetts State Police “App,” the next evolution in our expanding social media offerings. The MSP App allows the department to place all of its social media offerings in one easily accessible place for subscribers. This means that Twitter, Facebook, blogs and alerts can all be accessed from one click. We also added several new features including a “tip” and “photos” line that allows subscribers to forward tips or photographs directly to the Commonwealth Fusion Center. Another new offering within the app is an exciting new feature involving the creation of a “geo-fence.” The geo-fence helps us provide notifications to specific geographical areas of the state where critical incidents may be occurring and to notify the public (those that subscribe to the app) of such things as traffic delays, spills, disasters, or areas to avoid. When a subscriber enters an alerted area, they receive a notification and general information concerning an ongoing event that may impact movement or travel. While still in its early stages of deployment, I anticipate that we will soon be using this new feature in conjunction with

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our Situational Awareness Messaging (SAMs) that originate in our Troop Duty Offices. Imagine the utility of a service that notifies the public of a crash or spill on a specific roadway that may be avoided by an alternative route or delayed departure. All of these offerings and initiatives are intended to provide more transparency, engage the public, and build relationships that strengthen public safety.

In another social media development, I am delighted to announce that Ms. Lauri Stevens of LAWS Communications, has been awarded a consultant contract to work with the MSP in further development of our social media strategy and providing additional training. Lauri is a highly regarded international consultant, based here in Massachusetts, who has worked exclusively with law enforcement in advancing social media policy and strategies. Among Lauri’s largest clients are the Toronto Police Service, Bellevue (WA) Police and the Dallas Police Department, three of the most progressive users of law enforcement social media in North America. Lauri is quite excited to work with the Massachusetts State Police, her first state police client, and we’re very fortunate to have her on board. I envision Lauri’s input will push the MSP to a whole new tier of leadership in the area of social media, particularly in connecting with our communities and individual citizens. We’re getting better at this every day and Lauri is going to assist us in now taking this “up a notch.” Welcome aboard Lauri!

Billy Coulter

Inside of the MSP, it’s impossible to think about the Boston Marathon without thinking of Detective Lieutenant Billy Coulter. Billy and the Marathon, to us, are inseparable. My first memory of Billy is when he came to lecture during my recruit training in 1983. At that time, Billy was training for the nationally acclaimed “Ironman” competition in Hawaii, an event in which he competed for a number of years. Over the course of his career, Billy has competed in over 100 marathons across the country, each time representing the best of the Massachusetts State Police. Beyond his own participation, each year Billy organizes the registration envelope stuffing

for the BAA, bringing volunteers from across the job and the community to State Police Headquarters to assist with that monumental task. Billy coordinates his cadre of “striders” - Troopers and police officers from the Northeast and beyond. Few know how devoted he has been in getting veterans – many disabled -- as well as active military to run the race as a gesture of honoring their service. Billy is a cancer survivor and among his commitments is his devotion to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute and to “Cops for Kids with Cancer.” As a member of the 59th Recruit Training Troop, this is Billy’s 40th year of service with the Massachusetts State Police, itself quite an accomplishment. The truth is, if you’ve been a part of this department from 1974 to today, active or retired, sworn or civilian, you know Billy Coulter or he’s crossed your path at one time or another. On May 9th we’ll welcome the 81st Recruit Training Troop to our State Police family. Part of my message that day will be telling them of the enormous responsibility and the endless opportunities that will exist for them to be “difference makers” in the lives of the people they encounter. What better example do I have than Billy Coulter?

Respectfully,

Colonel Timothy P. AlbenSuperintendentMassachusetts State Police


In His Father’s FootstepsNew Trooper Walks Proudly

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Submitted by Trooper Reid E. Bagley, Office of Media Relations

On May 9, 2014, the halls of New Braintree will become just a little bit quieter -- actually, much quieter. While the busy training schedule at the State Police Academy will continue through summer vacations and into the snows of next winter, the 174 graduates of the 81st Recruit Training Troop (RTT) will soon be out patrolling the roads of the Commonwealth. No more “Hurry up trainees, hurry up!” no more “Food smells great, I can’t wait!” and no more, “Discipline is, the instant willingness to obey orders, respect for authority, and self reliance,” although that last one will likely creep into their thoughts even thirty years from now.

Just prior to graduation, I had the opportunity to speak with Trainee, soon-to-be Trooper, Stephen Weddleton. He is the son of Sergeant Doug Weddleton, who tragically lost his life on duty when he was struck by a drunk driver on June 18, 2010 after stopping a second drunk driver that had driven around barricades and into his detail setup.

During a recent evening in New Braintree, Trainee Weddleton gave up some of his very limited personal time in order to answer a few questions about his experiences so far with Massachusetts State Police.

Q: Why did you choose the Massachusetts State Police for a career? What made you want to be a trooper?A: I chose the State Police for two main reasons. First and foremost, I want to follow in my father’s footsteps, continuing his legacy, while at the same time building one of my own. I remember as a kid seeing my father come home in his cruiser, and thinking how cool his job seemed. Secondly, I really appreciate the deep rooted tradition of the job, coupled with the wide range of opportunities for growth and advancement.

Q: What did you do for work before coming to the Academy? A: I worked for Northeast Electrical Distributors in Canton and Brockton for eleven years, starting out part time in the warehouse. After graduating from college, I was hired full time as a buyer, and ultimately promoted to project manager, shortly after my father passed away. The promotion from the warehouse to purchasing prompted my father to start referring to me as “the executive” around the house, so my second promotion to project manager, after so much hard work, held even more meaning to me. While the job was

I CHOSE THE STATE POLICE FOR TWO MAIN REASONS. FIRST AND FOREMOST, I WANT TO FOLLOW IN MY FATHER’S FOOTSTEPS,

CONTINUING HIS LEGACY, WHILE AT THE SAME TIME BUILDING ONE OF MY OWN.


Featuregreat, I was looking for something more.

Q: Was there anything in your past job that reinforced to you that you were on the right track?A: I had not really considered policing as a career until shortly before my father passed away. He had encouraged me to take the test in 2009 after I told him that I was becoming increasingly dissatisfied with my current job and that I wanted to do more. It wasn’t until police week in 2011, when my father’s name was added to the wall in DC that I truly knew this was the career for me. I was amazed by the brotherhood and camaraderie, and the sheer number of people that were there in support of my family and the others who had loved ones being added that same year. I knew then that I wanted to be part of something bigger than myself and I consider myself very fortunate for the opportunity I now have.

Q: Do you remember your father talking about being a trooper?A: I remember him talking about the cases he had during his many years in Ballistics. While he always left out many of the details, we would all listen intently during “church”. For us, church was held nightly around the dinner table where everyone talked about their day. He told us once about a car that had sped by him and then failed to stop. Once it stopped the operator said that her reason for failing to stop was because she thought he was driving a station wagon with a ski rack and not a police car. While on its face I know that probably doesn’t sound very funny, the way he told it, he had us all laughing. He also never had a shortage of stories about the colorful characters that he encountered during details at Gillette Stadium.

Q: What is your fondest memory of your father?A: I have so many. Whenever he wasn’t working, he was all about his family. He really loved the simple things in life, like watching sports, cutting the grass and walking the dog. So many of my memories of him revolve around things like that. Just a few weeks before he passed away, on his birthday, he and I got to see the Celtics win Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals. The memory of that night will always stick with me.

Q: What does your family think of your choice to become a trooper?A: Their reaction was very positive. I thought they might have been reluctant, but they have been very supportive throughout the whole process. My mother has always been encouraging, and she claims that she never has any doubts that I can get through it. She has continually reassured me, having gone through this process with my dad, and now with me. She even checks in on my girlfriend during the week, as she knows how hard it is to have someone away at the Academy. My girlfriend has been great too, and I don’t think I could have made it this far without her support, from laundry, to errands, to dinner on Sunday nights and everything in between. Her family has been great as well, and my brothers check in every weekend to see how things are going at the Academy.

Q: What from the past twenty-three weeks stands out most to you?A: I got the chills during, I think it was, Week 10, when we were marching and Senior Drill started us out singing our first cadence. It just reinforced to me the nature of the brotherhood and camaraderie that I knew would be part of this job. A close second was listening to Trooper Dumont talk about his response to the Watertown incident last year. It will really stick with me, hearing the details of that night. Then there are the things I want to forget as well, at least for now. During evening chow one night early in the training, I made the critical mistake of taking a piece of pumpkin pie. Trooper Comeau was quick to advise me of my oversight.

Q: What was your best moment during training, prior to your anticipated graduation?A: I think it would have to be seeing my improvement during our most recent physical fitness test. I was very proud of how my level of fitness has improved since our first test at the start of the program.

Q: Was there any moment leading up to the start of the Academy or over the past twenty-three weeks that made you specifically think of your father?A: I think about him every day, but I would have to say that the most significant time had to be the night before Day 1. I had just finished packing my green sea bag, and when I slung it over my shoulder, I caught a glimpse of myself in the mirror. It immediately made me think about what must have been going through his head the night before the 65th RTT started.

Q: What, ultimately, would you like to do on the State Police?A: In time, I would like to be part of the D-Troop Community Action Team. I grew up in Brockton and I think it would be great to help make a positive impact on the community where I grew up.

Q: What advice would you give to someone before coming to the State Police Academy?A: You can not come in here right off the couch. You definitely have to be in good shape. You also need to be one-hundred percent committed, with no outside distractions. This is just too challenging if your mind is somewhere else. Q: Anything you want to add?A: It was interesting to me to think that my father and I both went through our academies at the same time of year. We were both winter classes, with his running from December of 1982, through May of 1983. I am going to be graduating 31 years later, within only a few days of when he took the Oath of Office.

I would like to extend my personal thanks to Trainee Weddleton for agreeing to be interviewed, and to offer the sincere thanks of his extended Massachusetts State Police family for sharing his story.

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Orphia Quadros has been an employee of the Department for the past nineteen years and serves as Coordinator for Recruitment and the Student Internship Program. Orphia conducts on-going recruitment activities to secure qualified applicants for civilian vacancies and future trooper exams.

Orphia’s additional responsibilities include providing assistance to returning sworn members. She has been designated by the Secretary of State as a commissioner to qualify public officers and administers the re-enlistment oath to sworn members on an as-needed basis.

The Department has sponsored a formal student internship program for over sixteen years. The purpose

of the internship program is to provide college students with an opportunity to obtain practical work experience in a structured environment that directly relates to their area of study. The program has been quite successful and has hosted students from over 41 participating colleges and universities.

In order to be eligible to par-ticipate in the program, students must be actively enrolled in a col-lege or university and be able to receive college credits for the in-ternship.

Additionally, Orphia is currently working on expanding the student internship program by collaborating with the Governor’s Office in Western Massachusetts via its intra-agency internship program. The State Police will

join fellow state agencies such as the Department of Revenue, the Department of Mental Health, the Department of Housing and Community Development, and the Department of Environmental Protection in hosting summer interns.

There are currently twenty-two student interns placed at various MSP facilities for the current semester. A total of 132 Student Internship applications were processed for the 2013 academic year; eighty students were placed at various MSP locations. Previous student internship placement sites include: the Office of the Superintendent, the Division of Field Services, the Commonwealth Fusion Center, Media Relations, SP Northampton, the Legal Section, the Fire & Explosion Investigation Section, the

Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, and the Worcester SPDU.

Orphia credits the continued success of the program to the commitment of the sworn members who have consistently supported the internship program by hosting interns in their units over the years, including Sergeant Blake Gilmore of the Underwater Recovery Unit; Trooper Kevin Kennedy at the Academy; Lieutenant Paul Zipper at State Police Newbury Barracks, and Detective Lieutenant Debra De Rise when she was at State Police Concord.

The Internship Program is an effective long-term recruitment tool; a few former interns are now Troopers! These individuals had the opportunity to obtain practical experience which solidified their goal and commitment in pursuing a career in law enforcement. Orphia said that this was further reinforced recently when she attended a career fair at Bay State College in Boston. She was approached by a former intern who is currently employed by the Essex County Sheriff’s Department while he patiently waits to be contacted by the Department for future employment. He is currently on the eligibility list from the 2013 Exam and wanted to get some ideas about what he could do in the meantime to further enhance his chances of becoming a Trooper.

The student internship program operates year round. Please feel free to contact Orphia Quadros at (508) 820-2297 to learn more about the program or to request an application.

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Above and Beyond

Men’s Club; he was elected to their Board of Directors. In his capacity on the board, his leadership and organizational skills have been instrumental in organizing nu-merous fund raisers, which have allowed the Men’s Club to make a commitment in the community by funding several youth sporting events and establishing scholar-ships for participants.

It doesn’t end there. Trooper Katsarakes has attended several local elementary schools as a guest reader, presenting information about the Department and allowing the students an opportunity to get insight to the duties of a police officer. He has become proficient in sign language -- which has contributed to his duties as a State Trooper -- but has also contributed to his participation and involvement in the Special Olympics (at right). George has most definitely elevated the standing of the law enforcement profes-

Troopers Lauded for Work on and Off the Jobsion in his community. Unselfishly do-nating his time, knowledge, and effort to so many worthy causes, he has clearly dem-onstrated his professionalism and dedica-tion to serve the Common-wealth.

For his out-standing service, Trooper Katsarakes will receive a Division Commander’s Com-mendation at an upcoming ceremony.

IIn November of 2012, Trooper Sean Barry of State Police Framingham H-2 took a lead role assisting the homeless who were spending their nights in the Newton Rest Area on Route 128.

Trooper Barry established a positive relationship with them and listened to their heart wrenching stories describing what led to their current situation. Trooper Barry assured them that personnel assigned to H-2 would be available to assist and would perform nightly checks on their well-being.

During his interactions with these individuals, he learned that an individual was scamming them out of what little they had left. Trooper Barry vowed to bring this person to justice. Armed with minimal information, Trooper Barry was able to positively identify the man who was exploiting these most vulnerable citizens.

Trooper Barry forwarded the information

to all SP Framingham personnel and local communities, including information that the man was wanted for felonies by Barnstable PD.

In addition, Trooper Barry gathered information about temporary shelters in the area; he also provided the homeless people information about obtaining winter clothing and seasonal job opportunities. This information was disseminated in English and Spanish and posted within the Newton Rest Area.

Six months after commencing his investigation into the scam artist, Trooper Barry learned that he had been arrested by Wellesley PD.

Trooper Barry’s actions greatly enhanced the image of the Massachusetts State Police. His actions clearly distinguish him as a committed, caring individual concerned with the welfare and well-being of the less fortunate. Trooper Barry’s actions clearly demonstrate

the moral character and integrity he possesses. He has definitely elevated the standing of the law enforcement profession in the community.

For his efforts, Trooper Barry shall receive a Division Commander’s Commendation at an upcoming ceremony.

TTrooper George N. Katsarakes is a proud member of the 72nd RTT presently as-signed to State Police Newbury A-2. Throughout his career, he has demon-strated his professionalism, dedication, and commitment in every assignment. In his present assignment, he is one of the most productive members, educat-ing motorists and enforcing motor ve-hicle laws in an effort to reduce crashes and make our roadways safer.

His commitment and dedication do not stop on the road, however. Over the past several years, Trooper Katsarakes has rep-resented the Department in many events in the community. As a result of his ef-forts, Trooper Katsarakes was honored by Peabody Mayor Edward Bettencourt for his contributions to the “We are America, United We Stand” event.

In addition, Trooper Katsarakes’ abilities were recognized by members of the Saint Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church


GRATEFULCommander of the Division of Standards and Training thanks Academy Staff, supporters of traineesas 81st RTT graduation approaches

By Lieutenant Colonel Sharon S. Costine

If someone asked me how lucky a person I feel I am my answer would have to be, “I’m the luckiest person in the world.” As the Commanding Officer of the Division of Standards and Training I have the privilege and honor of overseeing the Massachusetts State Police Academy and its recruit classes. My first MSP recruit class was the 80th Recruit Training Troop (R.T.T.). This was the largest State Police Recruit class, graduating 208 Troopers on March 9, 2012.

The success of a recruit class begins long before day one of the Academy when trainees get to meet their drill instructors for the first time and it does not end on graduation day. The success of any RTT hinges on the people that assist the trainee in his or her journey to graduation day and beyond. These people also include the trainee’s family and friends.

Prior to a trainee being appointed to a recruit class, the selection process starts many months in advance and involves a very comprehensive and competitive process. This could not be achieved without the hard work and dedication of so many department members. It begins with Mr. John F. Flynn, Division Commander of Administrative Services and his dedicated staff of both sworn and civilian members. His staff coordinates medical appointments, psychological screening of candidates, physical fitness testing, scheduling and assessments of oral boards, uniform fittings, and answers a host of questions from excited potential candidates. The Supply, Fleet and Armorer’s Sections all play important roles in preparing the equipment needed for the recruit training program. The Certification Unit, with assistance from the Division of Investigative Services, conducted over 400 background investigations to ensure that only applicants who met our stringent qualifications were recommended for appointment to the 81st R.T.T.

Major Kevin Butler, Deputy Division Commander of the Division of Standards and Training, Academy Commandant Captain Robert McGrath, Lieutenant Steven Bedard, Lieutenant Michael Imelio, and the 81st R.T.T. Academy Staff are, without question, the most highly committed and dedicated group of individuals. The Academy Staff consists of members who were transferred from other divisions to assist with the recruit class as well as department adjunct instructors. They are passionate about making sure that only the most highly trained professionals graduate from this very rigorous and demanding program. Although there are many different units such as the Drill & Ceremonial Unit, Medical Unit, Firearms Training Unit, Driver Training Unit, Fitness Unit, Defensive Tactics Unit, and Curriculum Unit, they all work together as one integrated team to ensure that our fundamental training values of Public service,


Respect, Integrity, Discipline and Equality are upheld. The Academy atmosphere is designed to develop teamwork, build esprit de corps, and help trainees achieve a successful career as a Massachusetts State Trooper. The staff worked long hard days and gave up precious time with their own families due to their unwavering commitment to the 81st R.T.T. The civilian support staff at the Academy is just as much a part of the success of a recruit class as the sworn staff. With the extreme weather we had this winter, Mr. Greg Dwelly and his facilities staff really had their hands full trying to ensure a safe training environment. Their assistance to the staff and trainees was phenomenal and we could not have made it through the winter without all their assistance. Our civilian support staff, consisting of Mrs. Maryfrances Harper, Ms. Julie Tondera, and Ms. Shelley Soltys have truly been the most valuable and supportive members of the team. They are the wizards behind the curtain and perform amazing work! Mark Chamberlain and his culinary staff were “second to none,” feeding 174 recruits and the staff three nutritious meals every day.

We had additional people help us in our journey to May 9th, such as the Eagle Hill School in Hardwick, Attorney John Scheft, the Department of Corrections, the Department of Transportation, and Mr. James Moughan at the DCU Center.

Soon, members of the 81st R.T.T. will graduate and transfer to the Division of Field Services. They will be taught by another team of highly dedicated and truly motivated men and women of the Massachusetts State Police -- their Field Training Officers.

I am extremely grateful for all the support given to me during this class from the Academy Staff, fellow Division Commanders and their staff, Deputy Superintendent Lieutenant Colonel James M. Hanafin, and Colonel Timothy P. Alben. I wish the graduating members of the 81st Recruit Training Troop much success, health, and happiness. I truly hope each and every member feels that they are “the luckiest person in the world” as they begin their career as a Massachusetts State Trooper.

God speed and God bless.

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Studying Human Behavior to Thwart Terrorism

On March 3rd, sixteen members of the Massachusetts State Police travelled to New York City to train with NYPD’s Counterterrorism Unit. Over the next three days, sergeants and troopers assigned to the Division of Investigative Services (DIS), Troop “F,” and the State Police Academy were trained in the NYPD’s Behavioral Observation and Suspicious Activity Recognition (BOSAR) course. Topics included observational screening methods and techniques, indicators of terrorist activity, recognizing unspoken emotions, understanding the hidden messages of body language, detecting hostile intent, and the operational mindset. The course is designed to improve a student’s observational skills and ability to detect behavior in an individual that may indicate that s/he is about to engage in hostile or criminal activity.

On day three, MSP personnel were loaded into vans and transported to New York’s Times Square for a chance to put their skills to work. Every day, more than 330,000 people pass through Times Square. The students observed the crowd in an effort to

locate undercover NYPD officers that were acting as role players. Several of these role players were exhibiting behaviors that could be interpreted as hostile. One of the role players was acting as a terrorist conducting surveillance, documenting the location of security cameras, a police sub-station, police patrols, and other security measures. Once the role players were identified, an instructor was contacted to confirm that the individual was, in fact, a role player. The role players were then approached and interviewed. The students identified the role players as well as several other subjects exhibiting suspicious behavior.

The NYPD Counterterrorism Unit uses BOSAR trained officers to conduct surveillance prior to large events such as the New Year’s Eve celebration in Times Square. Officers are deployed in plain clothes, accompanied by contact teams that are dressed in uniform. The BOSAR trained officers identify individuals that are exhibiting hostile or suspicious behavior; the uniformed officers then approach the subject and have conversation. If no

criminal activity is found, a record of the contact is made and further investigation is conducted if needed. If a subject is found to have hostile intentions, appropriate action is taken. These officers are deployed in the days and weeks leading up to an event as well as on the day of the event. The goal of the program is to prevent attacks on large events by identifying suspects who might be planning attacks as well as identifying individuals with hostile intentions at the event itself.

The NYPD also provided assistance in developing a two day training course designed to train and certify Massachusetts law enforcement personnel in (BOSAR). They provided course materials, power point presentations, and expertise, sending four of their instructors to Massachusetts for a week to help get the training sessions off the ground.

Over the weeks leading to the Boston Marathon, several two day training sessions were held. The first day of training was held at the Natick Police Department. The second day was a practical exercise


held at Logan International Airport. Troopers, college interns, federal agents, and civilian members of the Fusion Center acted as role players. Students were tasked with observing the crowd in the airport terminals and identify any suspicious behavior. The students then conferred with an instructor who gave them permission to interact with the role players. To date, more than one hundred police officers from the towns along the marathon route have been certified in

BOSAR. In addition, several troopers and federal agents were trained prior to the Marathon.

The instructors that have worked many hours to make this program a success are Sergeant Mark Lynch, VFAS; Sergeant Mario Millet, Gang Unit; Sergeant Dan Wells, Gang Unit; Trooper Mike Mazza, SFMO; Sergeant Mike Peters, SFMO; Sergeant Charlie Kane, Norfolk Detectives; Sergeant Kevin O’Neil, Narcotics;

Sergeant Joe Masterson, VFAS; Trooper Scott Cooper, Narcotics; Trooper Chuck Luise, SPA; Trooper Carlos Rivera, VFAS; Trooper Shawn Riley, Gang Unit; Sergeant Kathy Sampson, Troop “F”; Trooper Steve MacDonald, Troop “F”; Trooper Marque Fraser, Troop “F”; and Trooper Brian Tully, Norfolk Detectives.

In March and April, Field Training Officer (FTO) training took place at the State Police Academy in New Braintree. Over 250 members from the Division of Field Services attended the training. The field training for the 81st RTT (commonly referred to as break-in) will commence on May 11, 2014. The new troopers will assume solo patrol on August 2, 2014.

Colonel Alben addressed each FTO training class. He thanked the members that were willing to step up and take on this difficult and often unappreciated assignment. Colonel Alben spoke about every trooper’s memory of his or her own FTOs and the knowledge new troopers obtain during their first few months on the job. He reminded everyone that being remembered as “a good break-in coach” is a true honor.

Field Training Officers will document “boot” troopers’ performance on a daily basis using the FAST (FTO Assessment) program. A new feature for the 81st RTT will be the requirement that the “boot” trooper maintains a binder in which s/he will document his/her station, shift, patrol assignment, starting and ending mileage, arrests made, summonses written, accidents covered, citations written, investigations assigned, etc. There will also be a section for the new trooper to describe in his/her own words a summary of the shift’s events. The binder will also include progress reports completed by the FTO and a copy of every police report

generated by the new member.

The binder was added to the field training program for several reasons. One was to give the “boot” trooper some responsibility for the documentation of his/her own performance. The binder also allows any FTO or supervisor to obtain an accurate assessment of a new trooper’s performance at any stage of his/her break-in.

Coaches and BootsFTOs Trained, Ready to Go


Management Training remains a priority for the Massachusetts State Police as tomorrow’s leaders are given an opportunity to learn and grow

Life at the FBI NA

Getting selected is only the first of the many challenges

that await at the FBI National AcademyII was truly humbled and honored when

selected by the Department and approved by the FBI to attend the 256th Session of the FBI National Academy (FBI NA) at Quantico, Virginia. It was my pleasure to represent the agency’s members, history, and traditions.

In existence since 1972, the FBI National Academy is a ten week law enforcement leadership program that develops and enhances the skills of police leaders so that they might better lead and manage their agencies. The 256th Session of the FBI NA represented twenty-three foreign countries, forty-eight states, four branches of military police, and 221 individual federal, national, state, county, tribal, and municipal agencies. Amazingly enough, whether our department was as large as New York City, with 37,000 sworn officers, or as small as ten sworn members, we all had similar issues, concerns, and experiences.

The program is academically intense. All students are required to take five undergraduate or graduate level courses as well as a physical fitness class. All of the courses are accredited by the University of Virginia and require writing assignments, exams, and presentations. Some of the classes are more vocational in nature while others are extremely academic and intellectual. The courses available range from classes dealing in topics such as officer involved shootings and gang investigations to leadership and management courses.

The incredible thing about the classroom experience is that we learned as much, if not more, from each other as we did from the professors and instructors. The sharing of ideas, practices, policies, procedures, and what worked and did not work was strongly encouraged and extremely enlightening. As an example, I was home from the NA for less than a week when I got an e-mail from a classmate from the Gulf Shores, Alabama Police Department asking if I could share our pursuit policy and pursuit evaluation form so he “didn’t have to re-invent the

wheel.”

While the academic portion of the program is important, the FBI NA also stresses the importance of fitness in the enforcement profession. Students attend physical education at least four times each week in two hour blocks. The first part of the block is spent in the classroom learning about everything from anatomy and physiology and exercise techniques to nutrition and vitamins and supplements. The second portion of the class is always spent in the gym or on the track and field.


I learned about and employed exercise techniques that truly pushed me to my limit. I also used muscles that I forgot I had or never knew existed.

The typical day at the NA runs from 0800-1700 and includes classes and two hours of physical training. However, on every Wednesday morning all students participate in the weekly fitness challenge. Each weekly challenge is named for a significant event or character from the Wizard of Oz (I have no idea why) and is designed to prepare students for the culminating fitness event. Affectionately known as the Yellow Brick Road, the six mile, off road, hilly, muddy, thickly wooded, and wet obstacle course is somewhat treacherous and did leave some of our classmates with broken extremities and broken spirits. If a student finishes in the requisite time, s/he receives a symbolic yellow brick with the session number embossed on the front. My yellow brick is proudly displayed in my office.

Equally as important as academics and fitness are the networking opportunities that are created by bringing an eclectic group of law enforcement professionals together. The classes, PT, and social activities helped to create incredibly strong bonds between classmates that will last a lifetime and cross town, city, county, state, national, and international boundaries and jurisdictions. As a result of this program, members of my FBI NA session now have friends and professional contacts in law enforcement agencies across the globe. It was often said while at the NA, “If you need something, anything, from anywhere in the world, reach out to a brother or sister National Academy graduate and they are sure to help you.” I already know this to be the truth.

Submitted by Captain Jim Jones,Troop “D”

Above: yellow brick proudly displayed in Captain Jones’s office at DHQ.Previous page: Captain Jones receiving diploma from FBI Director James Comey

Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other. -John F. Kennedy

Scenes from Marathon Monday


The State Police Mounted Unit has had a busy spring, with Saint Patrick’s Day parades in Lawrence and South Boston, Patriots’ Day Parade in Concord, and upcoming Memorial Day parades in Bellingham and Hamilton. The unit continues to participate in monthly multi-agency mounted training with agencies from all over New England. The unit took advantage of the nice weather to work on search and rescue at Hopkinton State Park and was then put into action that week helping with a search in Rockport. The unit stood tall with other mounted units at the funeral for Officer Maloney from Plymouth. As the snow melted, the unit deployed patrols in Troops A, C, and H. Some of these patrols included Blue Hills Reservation, Castle Island, the Esplanade, Great Brook in Carlisle, Revere Beach, the Bradley Palmer State Forest, Hopkinton State Park, Salisbury Beach, the Sheepfold/Middlesex Fells, Walden Pond, Douglas State Forest, Maudslay State Park in Newburyport, and the Breakheart Reservation.

With the summer approaching, the unit will deploy troopers and horses to Walden Pond in Concord and Salisbury Beach, two of the Commonwealth’s most popular summertime destinations. Both of these parks have stables within the DCR property; the troopers report to the stable in the morning to prepare for a day of patrolling. While patrolling the parks the officers will enforce DCR rules and regulations, local ordinances, and Massachusetts General Laws. The mounted unit will assist with missing children, traffic control, medical issues, calls for service, and are also a valuable public relations tool.

This year -- for the first time ever -- a mobile patrol will deploy daily from Mounted Unit Command in Acton. This patrol will work in State Parks in all four corners of the Commonwealth. Additionally, the unit will be providing support to the July 4th festivities on the Esplanade and soccer games and concerts at Gillette Stadium throughout the summer.

Old School,New Plans

Mounted Unit Spreads Out with Daily Mobile Patrol

Where in this wide world can man find nobility without pride,Friendship without envy,Or beauty without vanity?Here, where grace is served with muscleAnd strength by gentleness confinedHe serves without servility; he has fought without enmity.There is nothing so powerful, nothing less violent.There is nothing so quick, nothing more patient.

-Ronald Duncan, “The Horse,” 1954

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April 21, 2014 marked the 118th running of the Boston Marathon. In addition to providing event security, the Massachusetts State Police also put together a team of runners. The team consisted of sixty-seven runners (fifty-eight sworn, three civilian, and seven retired).

Considering the events of last year’s marathon, the team decided to help others and do something special with the MSP Boston Marathon program. After some thought, the team chose to raise money for Cops For Kids With Cancer (CFKWC), a federally recognized 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization. CFKWC is a charity that gives money directly to families who are dealing with the challenges of having a child sick with cancer. The volunteer board of directors consists primarily of police officers who want families to feel the positive reinforcement that someone else cares. These families are each awarded $5,000 to help relieve the stress of financial burdens and hopefully put a small smile on their face. Cops For Kids With Cancer does not have salaries or expense accounts; all monies are returned to the families in need.

In 2013, Cops For Kids With Cancer raised approximately $270,000. With those donations, Cops For Kids With Cancer helped out fifty-four families who had financial problems as a result of a very sick, cancer stricken child. Most of these families were referred to Cops For Kids With Cancer by social workers in local hospitals.

Cops Running for Kids

The State Police team has set a goal of $75,000. It is not too late to donate. In the next month, Detective Lieutenant William Coulter will be coordinating two simultaneous fundraisers. One will be in the Boston area headed up by Detective Lieutenant William Coulter and Sergeant Anna Brooks; the other event will be in the Springfield area, headed up by Sergeant Ronnie Gibbons and Springfield Court Officer Nick DeAngelis.

Please see www.copsforkidswithcancer.org for more details.


FamilyTHE

Business

ROBERT BERRENA Trooper Gregory Denys, Step-Brother, Active

BRIAN BOIKE Captain Samuel Boike, Uncle, ActiveDetective Lieutenant Samuel Boike, Grandfather, RetiredSergeant Joseph Boike, Father, Active

MICHAEL BROWN Trooper Gregory Furtado, Cousin, Active

SOBON BUTH Trooper Sabay Andrew Buth, Brother, Active

MICHAEL COFLESKY Trooper John Coflesky, Father, Retired

MICHAEL COMMANE Trooper Brendan Finn, Cousin, Active

SHEILA COOPER Trooper Scott Cooper, Husband, Active

ROBERT CURTIS Trooper Paul Loud, Uncle, Retired

RYAN CZEPIEL Sergeant Jeffrey McDonald, Cousin, ActiveTrooper Scott McDonald, Cousin, Active

MARK DELANEY Colonel Mark F. Delaney, Father, Retired

Trooper Stephen F. Howard, Uncle, Retired

FRANCIS DUCHARME Trooper Francis K. Ducharme, Father, Retired

STEPHEN DURANT Detective Lieutenant Thomas G. Quin, Uncle, Active

MATTHEW GREANEY Detective Lieutenant Paul Greaney, Uncle, Deceased

DANIEL HANAFIN Lieutenant Colonel James Hanafin, Father, ActiveLieutenant Chuck Hanafin, Uncle, RetiredTrooper John Hanafin, Uncle, Retired

STEVEN HANAFIN Lieutenant Colonel James Hanafin, Father, ActiveLieutenant Chuck Hanafin, Uncle, RetiredTrooper John Hanafin, Uncle, Retired

ROBERT HOLLAND Lieutenant William Canty, Cousin, RetiredTrooper Matthew Routhier, Cousin, Active

MICHAEL KENT Trooper Seamus Kent, Brother, Active

JEREMY LOCKWOOD Trooper Timothy Wheaton, Cousin, Retired

JAMES MACKAY Trooper Timothy Burns, Wife’s Cousin, Active

ROBERT MCCARTHY Sergeant Robert “Judo” McCarthy, Father, Retired

GEOFFREY MCKEON Major RIchard McKeon, Father, Active

JOEL NUNES Trooper Daniel R. Nunes, Brother, Active

JEFFREY NYE Lieutenant Michael Lyver, Uncle, ActiveTrooper Joshua Rucho, Cousin, Active

Joining the Massachusetts State Police means joining a family -- a family that always looks out for each other through tough times on and off the job. Twenty members of the 81st RTT know this already, as they are not only joining the greater MSP family but also joining family members on the MSP.

Below is a list of members of the 81st with relatives who proudly wear or have worn the French and Electric Blue.

PATRICK O’KEEFE Detective Lieutenant Barbara Bennett, Aunt, RetiredSergeant Robert F. O’Keefe, Father, Retired

JASON PIRES Trooper Danielle Pires, Cousin, Active

MATTHEW POLINSKI Sergeant Karen Frustaci, Cousin, Active

AMY SHAUGHNESSY Lieutenant Keith Deambrose, Uncle, ActiveTrooper Kelly Deambrose, Aunt, Active

JOSEPH SNIEZEK Trooper Harvey Potter, Cousin, Retired

JORDAN STEVERMAN Trooper Jason Vital, Brother-In-Law, Active

MICHAEL SULLIVAN Trooper Jeffrey E. Sullivan, Brother, Active

JAMES THOMPSON Trooper Kathleen Prince, Sister-In-Law, Active

DAVID WALCZAK Trooper Ryan Walczak, Brother, Active

KEVIN WALSH Trooper Mark Walsh, Brother, Active

STEPHEN WEDDLETON Sergeant Douglas Weddleton, Father, Deceased

ZACHARY WOOD Trooper Ryan Dickinson, Brother-In-Law, Active


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81st RTT

NothingLeft to ChanceLong before Day One, the Academy Staff is working to ensure that MSP training stays current, challenging

On Monday, December 2, 2013, 224 young men and women reported to the State Police Academy in New Braintree to begin a twenty-three week training program designed to transform them into Massachusetts State Troopers. They all shared the same desire to wear the French and Electric Blue but did not yet possess the skills required to be a Trooper. Some had a law enforcement background, some had a law degree, and some had no experience with law enforcement whatsoever. For these reasons, the training program designed to transform these individuals from civilians to Massachusetts State Troopers must be all encompassing, building new Troopers

from the ground up.

The training program begins with proposals identifying the suggested courses of study and the number of hours dedicated to each discipline being sent to GHQ. Subject matter and the number of hours dedicated to specific disciplines change in response to trends within law enforcement as well as in response to current events. Once the curriculum is finalized and approved, the scheduling begins.

A team of Academy staff members then begins the arduous task of identifying and assigning instructors, scheduling and


reserving classrooms, venues, and equipment, finalizing lesson plans, and developing an appropriate training philosophy. Personnel are selected and temporary (TDY) assignments are given, augmenting the full-time Academy staff. Supplies are purchased and rooms are configured for use as temporary classrooms or uniform distribution points.

The recruit training process actually begins with the training of Academy staff. Training is in progress even before the new recruits are brought through the front door. Academy staff is educated on new adult learning concepts, the philosophy of training, brush up on State Police Policies and Procedures, and learn how the Academy operates. Training manuals are written, revised, edited, and published. Orientation materials are produced and the items trainees must bring on day one are listed and distributed.

Finally, day one arrives and the new recruits are met by an enthusiastic Academy staff who are ready to train them. The training program is divided into three main components or phases. Each phase builds upon the previous phase and is designed to develop the character, competence, and confidence required of a Massachusetts State Trooper. During Phase I of training, the recruits are kept under the constant eye of the Academy staff and are not afforded the latitude to interpret assignments or directives. This is the developmental phase of their training. The importance of following orders is emphasized, and trainees are introduced to the concept of chain-of-command. Team building strategies and problem solving skills are developed during this phase of training.

During Phase II, the transitional phase, recruits are encouraged to become more independent while still functioning under the supervision of the Academy staff. Trainees learn to work independently, yet remain part of a team. They learn to work collaboratively with an increased sense of responsibility and personal initiative. It is during this phase of training that the round robin takes place. The round robin consists of several weeks during which the recruit training troop is divided into several study groups that rotate through various blocks of training. Typical blocks of study delivered during the

round robin are firearms training, the emergency vehicle operator course (EVOC), highway safety, defensive tactics, patrol

procedures, CPR, and the first responder course. These classes are

delivered at various venues across the Commonwealth, requiring the staff’s vigilance to ensure the complete delivery of all programs to all groups.

With the start of Phase III, trainees take on a more autonomous role and take responsibility for their actions. Trainees are placed into positions of leadership

and begin to demonstrate qualities desired of a self-initiated, confident, and competent Massachusetts State Trooper. During Phase III, the applied patrol procedures or scenario based training takes place.

Various methods of training are used as the class progresses towards graduation. Standard classrooms are used for interactive discussions and testing sites, while auditorium-style seating is used for pure lecture delivery. The State Police Academy partnered with Eagle Hill School in Hardwick for use of their auditorium for lectures, their training tank (the school calls it a pool) for water safety training, and their dining hall where meals were provided for trainees and staff. Experiential training techniques are used to increase the camaraderie and esprit de corps among the troop. Scenario based training is probably the most labor intensive training delivered to the RTT, but it is by far the most enjoyable and realistic. During applied patrol procedures (scenario based training), the trainees “go on patrol” and are dispatched to at least fifteen calls for service per shift. Each team of trainees is assigned an experienced Field Training Officer (FTO) to accompany them during their shift. At the conclusion of each scenario, the trainees, the FTO, and the scenario facilitator discuss the trainee’s actions and decisions. By the end of the training program, each trainee will have participated in a minimum of seventy-five scenarios that are as realistic as possible. It is fair to say that when the trainees go on patrol for their first shift as a sworn member of the Department, it will not be their first time experiencing the job.

Not all of the trainees who show up on day one graduate from the training program. The Academy performance standards are stringent and the trainees are constantly being tested and evaluated. Trainees are subjected to four comprehensive written examinations, as well as subject specific exams like highway safety and first aid. Trainees must also be able to meet specific proficiency standards in defensive tactics, patrol procedures, and field sobriety testing. Also tested are skill sets critical to being a Trooper such as firearms proficiency and emergency vehicle driving skills. Trainees must meet or exceed the specific performance requirements or are subject to removal from the training program.

As of press time, there are 174 highly motivated, truly dedicated, rough, tough, Massachusetts State Police Trainees still within the 81st Recruit Training Troop. Their formal training will end on the 9th of May when they attend the graduation ceremony and officially take the Oath of Office and become sworn members of the Department. After a well deserved weekend of rest and relaxation, the next phase of their training begins with the start of their field training program. Godspeed 81st RTT!

OOn April 23, MSP Dispatcher Kevin Kilmain was honored as a recipient of the 2013 State 911 Honors Award at Mechanics Hall in Worcester.

On Sunday September 1, 2013 State Police Dispatcher II Kevin Kilmain received a 911 call. In response to Kilmain’s greeting, The caller stated that he did not have any emergency and in fact had called accidentally. This is a frequent occurrence in our 911 centers due to the realities of cellular communication. It is estimated that twenty-five to thirty percent of all inbound cellular calls may be “pocket dial” or accidental calls. It is very common for our dispatchers to hear the response, “I dialed by mistake, I do not need any help, sorry to bother you,” or something to that affect. The procedure is then to allow the caller to terminate the call after assuring them that we are there if they need us and to call back if they do. Kilmain noticed something in this caller’s voice which made him suspicious and repeatedly questioned, “Are you sure that you are okay? You sound like you might be having a problem.” Eventually the caller blurted out in response to the

questions, “I am going to kill myself!” He had a specific plan, he explained to Kilmain, which was to jump off a bridge into the path of a tractor-trailer unit; he further explained that he was in position to do so in a wooded area near a state highway.

The caller was confused and distraught and lost his connection with Kilmain several times; he then called back into the 911 center. As this was unfolding, Kilmain and his colleagues were directing MSP personnel to the area the call had come from. Each time that the caller called back into 911, he requested to speak with Kilmain. At one point, Kilmain even offered to drive to the caller’s location and meet with him to make him feel better. Kilmain’s empathy, compassion, and interview skills throughout the call kept the man on the line and talking before rescuers arrived. Through Kevin’s encouragement, the caller eventually emerged from the wooded area he was hiding in and surrendered himself to MSP K-9 troopers. Dispatcher Kilmain’s patience and professionalism helped save the caller’s life and prevented a

tragedy. When Kilmain’s supervisor spoke to him about what happened, Kilmain stated that he did not feel he deserved any special recognition for this call. His supervisors strongly disagree!

Dispatcher Kilmain was born and raised in West Roxbury and he graduated from Catholic Memorial in 1991. He became interested in law enforcement when he attended the Student Trooper Program at the State Police Academy. In 2000, he was hired by the Boston Park Rangers, gaining experience before obtaining the State Police Dispatcher I position in 2001. In 2002, he was promoted to the Dispatcher II position, taking on new responsibilities and challenges as a shift supervisor. Kilmain was the recipient of the State 911 Honors Award in 2009. He is currently assigned to the day shift at MSP Operations in Framingham. Dispatcher Kilmain lives in Dover, New Hampshire with his wife Karah and their three daughters.

Dispatcher Honored for Lifesaving Call


Attention All Employees, Sworn & Civilian, Active & Retired:Next year, 2015, will mark the 150th Anniversary of the MSP. To commemorate

this milestone event, the Massachusetts State Police Museum & Learning Center (MSPMLC) is working on a new, library quality, full-color, hardbound book that will document the remarkable history of our department, and honor the men and women who continue to protect both residents and visitors of the our beloved state.

We Need Your HelpTo make the book as inclusive as possible, we are asking you to contribute by

sending in historic accounts or stories, photos and other materials for consideration. Your contributions, together with the photos and historical data we are compiling, will not only showcase the department as a whole, to include both active and retired. Watch for additional information on when the publisher’s photographer will be on hand to take professional, full-color personal portrait photographs.

What You Need To DoType or print your historic accounts or stories (1,000 word limit), including any

significant events in which you were a part, or of which you have a particularly moving account. Send each submission to the publisher to be reviewed and considered for possible inclusion in the book. In addition, you may submit any photographs that relate to your story or the department in general (historic or current). Action photographs are preferred, but any interesting pictures should be submitted for consideration. When sending photographs, please write your name, address and a caption on the back explaining who and what is in the image and when it was taken. All photographs will be returned to you after publication.

Be a part of this historic project and reserve your copy of this limited edition commemorative book for only $59.95. You must order now to assure you receive a copy. Questions? Contact Ron Guilmette at [email protected]

Photographs & stories may also be submitted to [email protected]

Pictured is a sample cover for the MSP 150th Anniversary Commemorative Book. Note: the actual cover will feature the MSP seals stamped in silver.

Massachusetts state PolicecoMMeMorative Book

– Celebrating Our 150th Anniversary –

In Full Color…

DeaDline: May 15, 2014

about the Book• Detailed history of the department from 1865-2015• Full-color portrait photographs of all personnel–uniform, civilian & retired• Personal experience stories by active staff and retirees• Past badges and patches, and past directors• In Memoriam Tribute to MSP members killed in the line of duty• Division and Unit histories• Hundreds of historic and contemporary photos• Roster of active and retired personnel• Printed in full-color on acid-free, double coated glossy paper to ensure the

highest calibre photo reproduction• Hardound, with smyth-sewn binding for durability (meaning the pages are

stitched together and bound to last• Your choice of books includes the Deluxe Hardbound Edition, bound in a

classy, leatherette cover for $59.95, or the Leather Collector’s Edition, bound in genuine bonded leather with the department’s badge embossed in gold on the front cover for only $84.95

• Emboss your name or that of a loved one in gold on the front for $6.00

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GIS software and experts available through the Commonwealth Fusion Center (CFC) helped Boston Marathon planners visualize the area of responsibility and all assets operating within it. In a map of this type, each agency and specialty is depicted by a unique symbol. The final plans can be printed in different sizes or made available digitally, making interpretation easier because the symbols can also contain detailed information about each asset’s composition and capabilities. Aiding leaders in their efforts to secure massive events like the Boston Marathon is just one example of how GIS experts at the CFC are utilized. They are also regularly used to help visualize crime data, assist in criminal investigations, and protect the nation’s critical infrastructure.

Mapping the Marathon

On Friday, April 11, 2014, Trooper John S. Darcy was appointed to the Maine State Police. Trooper Darcy follows in the family footsteps of his father, Connecticut State Police Major Michael B. Darcy (at left in photo), his uncle, retired Massachusetts State Trooper Michael E. Ferrick (at right in photo), and his great-grandfather, Lieutenant Herman Ferrick who retired from the Waltham Police Department in 1971. Trooper Darcy’s appointment marks the fourth generation of the family to serve as a police officer and the third generation to serve as a member of a State Police agency. Congratulations and best of luck to Trooper Darcy !

The Tradition Continues

In April, State Police Troop “F” and the Massport Police and Fire Depart-ments held a public safety community meeting for the residents of the Seaport District. Pictured above from left to right are Massport Police Captain John Teehan, Massport Fire Assistant Chief, MSP Lieutenant Rick Ball and MSP Captain Frank McGinn.

Seaport Community Meeting

From the Field


On April 6, Colonel Timothy P. Alben and the Massachusetts State Police announced the release of our brand new smartphone application. At right, Colonel Alben and Trooper Dustin Fitch address media representatives gathered at GHQ. The app played a large role in informing the public about security at the Boston Marathon.

To download:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mass-sp/id852672176?mt=8

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.app_mastatepolice.layout

Homicide investigations are often complex and while MSP Detectives interview witnesses other members of the department are usually hard at work reconstructing the scene from a forensic perspective. At right, Sergeant Edward O’Hara of the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section (CARS) uses GPS technology to construct a minutely detailed map of a homicide scene in Brockton.

MSP App Launched

Answers the “How Low Can You Go” Question

CARS Not Just for Crashes


From the Field

On April 6, Trooper Scott Shea of State Police Sturbridge stopped a vehicle on Route 131 in Sturbridge. The operator was placed under arrest for receiving stolen property (a dealer registration plate). The Trooper also observed a large number of veteran flag holder/grave markers, a Webster Fire Department grave marker, and a Polish American flag holder inside the vehicle.

Trooper Shea continued to investigate the grave markers with Officer Leonard Gevry of the Webster Police Department. The officers learned that these grave markers were taken from Saint Joseph’s Garden of Peace Cemetery in Webster.

NAME DUTY STATION MARATHONS TIME PACE

Berkel, Brian Berkshire DA’s 4 5:22:12 12:18

Blanchette, Michael Hampden DA’s Rookie 4:52:55 11:11

Breeding, Evan AGO 8 3:54:55 08:58

Brown, Christopher Charlton 16 6:01:51 13:49

Burke, Patrick Middlesex DA’s 1 4:24:08 10:05

Burns, Peter Logan 9 3:16:26 07:30

Carriere, Anthony Danvers 4 4:01:49 09:14

Chiappini, Timothy Framingham 1 3:57:24 09:04

Church, Robert Springfield 1 3:56:11 09:00

Coker, David Bourne 1 6:45:49 15:29

Collura, John Athol 3 5:23:42 12:21

Coulter, William GHQ DIS 110 5:16:14 12:04

Culver, Edward Berkshire DA’s 9 4:42:42 10:47

Favuzza, Robert GHQ 14 4:08:18 09:29

Fiorello, Michael AGO 16 5:42:09 13:04

Fitzgerald, Gary Hampden DA’s 21 5:37:19 12:52

Flynn, Joseph Danvers 18 3:26:24 07:53

Gerhardt, Wayne Logan 3 4:26:56 10:11

Gibbons, Ronald Hampden DA 18 5:12:27 11:56

Gladu, Matthew BHQ 5 3:53:16 08:54

Guerriero, Michael HHQ Det 7 4:22:28 10:01

MSP Marathoners 2014


Herman, Daniel AGO’s 3 4:33:20 10:26

Hiorns, Bruce BHQ 20 5:34:51 12:47

Iannelli, Matthew Fusion Analyst - civ Rookie 5:32:54 12:42

Jenkins, Dale Gang Unit 3 5:08:43 11:47

Johnson, Patrick AG’s 2 4:41:51 10:45

Kennefick, Donald Gang Unit 3 4:16:50 09:48

Lucas, David AHQ CAT Rookie 4:48:12 11:00

Maguire, Scott CVES 12 4:24:14 10:05

Mahady, Patrick Holden Rookie 3:56:55 09:03

Mahon, Thomas AGO Rookie 5:04:33 11:37

Manzi, Albert Jr Logan 9 5:18:48 12:10

Martindell, Andy K-9 West Rookie 5:39:02 12:56

Mazzie, Katrina Concord 1 4:03:32 09:18

McCarron, Richard Brighton Rookie 4:48:18 11:00

McCauley, Mary AGO 1 5:04:30 11:37

McClure, Jonathan Mounted Unit Rookie 4:29:59 10:18

McLaughlin, Erin Holden Rookie 5:18:59 12:10

Medina, William Belchertown Rookie 4:39:44 10:41

Moriarty, Thomas Northampton 3 4:29:23 10:17

Murphy, Kevin Middlesex DA’s Rookie 4:17:32 09:50

Noonan, Robert AGO 3 5:28:44 12:33

Pak, Nicholas Medford Rookie 4:41:52 10:45

Patterson, David Gang Unit 1 5:00:57 11:29

Perry, Michael Danvers Rookie 4:06:08 09:24

Pincince, Alicia Academy Rookie 4:29:04 10:16

Pruet, Keith Academy 1 5:23:42 12:21

Rego, Paul Leominster Rookie 4:29:45 10:18

Reilly, John Logan 5 4:06:11 09:24

Riley, Michael CHQ CAT 5 4:44:22 10:51

Sawicki, Scott Belchertown 25 3:46:33 08:39

Scott, William Berkshire Narc Rookie 5:33:24 12:44

Sementelli, Richard VFAS 18 3:33:20 08:09

Skabeikis, John Revere 3 4:23:21 10:03

Stokowski, Craig BHQ Radio - civ 43 3:56:50 09:02

Twomey, David Marine Unit 8 4:12:10 09:37

Vieira, Leona GHQ HR - civ 1 6:41:08 15:19

Wakeham, Mary Revere 3 5:45:18 13:11

Walch, Kimberly Crime Lab 1 5:24:09 12:22

Walsh, Katherine Mounted Unit Rookie 4:18:19 09:52

Wilson, David EHQ 8 7:01:16 16:05


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