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West Grey Police ServiceAnnual Report

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West Grey Police Service 2007 Annual Report

Table of Contents

West Grey Area MapMission Statement - Vision StatementMessage from the Chief of Police2007 Organizational ChartPersonnel Appointments/Promotions/RetirementsIn MemoriamService ExpendituresOccurrence StatisticsViolent & Property Crime Clearance Rates2007 Occurrence Clearance RatesCommunity PolicingCommunity Service Programs for 2007Neustadt OfficeCrime UnitK-9 UnitCommunity PartnershipsCo-op PlacementPublic ComplaintsRoad SafetyAuxiliary PolicingTrainingFleet


Formerly Bentinck

Formerly Glenelg

Formerly Normanby

Durham

AytonNeustadt

West Grey Area Map

M iss io n S ta te m e n t

T h e W e st G r ey P o lic e S e r v ic e a n d th e W e st G r e y P o lic e

S e r v ic es B o a r d , in p a r tn er sh ip w ith th e m e m b e r s o f th e

M u n ic ip a lity o f W est G r e y , w ill e n d ea v o r to c r ea te a sa fe

e n v ir o n m e n t in w h ic h to liv e , w o r k a n d v is it .

V is io n S ta te m e n t

M e m b e r s o f th e W es t G r ey P o lic e S e rv ic e a r e co m m itte d to

w o r k in g w ith th e c itiz e n s o f th e M u n ic ip a lity o f W e st

G r e y to

u n d e r s ta n d th e ir p o lic in g n e e d s , e n fo r c e la w s , d ev e lo p

p r o a c tiv e so lu tio n s th a t w ill im p r o v e th e se rv ice w e p r o v id e

a n d to b e co m e o n e o f th e b e s t C o m m u n ity O r ie n te d

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2007 also saw some internal restructuring to meet the identified needs of the service and thecommunity.

We were also saddened by the tragic loss of Auxiliary Constable Bradley Campbell in January 2007. Auxiliary Constable Campbell passed away as the result of injuries he sustained in a terrible (off-duty) motor vehicle collision. Auxiliary Constable Campbell was an exceptionally dedicated memberof the Auxiliary Unit who will be sadly missed.

We continue to experience new challenges which include "Adequacy and Effectiveness Standards"set out by the provincial government, re-writing of our "Policies and Procedures" to meet mandatoryrequirements and the needs of the service and the community, mandatory and enhanced training, caselaw and financial restraints just to name a few.

I also authorized the purchase of a TASER which is carried by the on duty platoon sergeant. Thesesergeants attended and successfully completed an extensive study and training program. I understandthere has been a lot of controversy lately about the Taser, however I have attended several seminarswhere the Taser has been discussed and I am satisfied that with the policies and procedures we havein place, training, supervision and accountability they are an excellent non-lethal use-of-force optionthat will assist in not only protecting our officers but the people in the community we serve as well,which could include a violent person attempting to harm themselves.

In conclusion, I look forward to new challenges in 2008. I am very fortunate to work with and proudof the members of the West Grey Police Service and the West Grey Police Services Board. Togetherwe look forward to providing the citizens of the community with the best police service possible.

Rene M. Berger,

Chief of Police

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OFPOLICE

On behalf of the West Grey Police Service, it ismy pleasure to provide the West Grey PoliceServices Board, West Grey Council and thecommunity with our 2007 Annual Report.

We experienced several changes in 2007 withthe appointment of Sergeant Robert Thompsonto Deputy Chief of Police, the promotion ofConstable Jerry Kocher to the rank of Sergeant,the graduation of our K-9 Unit (SeniorConstable John Noble and his K-9 partner"Tye") and the opening of our new CommunitySub-Station in Neustadt.

WEST GREY POLICE SERVICE 2007 ORGANIZATIONAL CHART

West Grey Community

Police Services Board Kevin Eccles Bev Cutting

Brad Holman Stu Radke

Cathy Watson Heather Webb - Secretary

Chief of Police

Criminal Investigation/CISO

Rene M. Berger

D/Sgt. J. Beselaere D/Cst. N. Campbell

Administrative Staff

Kerry Moore

Deputy Chief of Police

Jail Guards

Blair Dunlop Jennifer Webb

Kristina Parsons Steve Smith

Barb MacPherson Lisa Walter

Leith Hotchkiss Darlene Pfaff Wayne Pfaff

Robert J. Thompson Auxiliary Members

Aux. Sgt. Ben Dasti

Joel Leifso Kristina Parsons

Craig Karl Patrol Sergeants

Dale Smart

Jerry Kocher

Special Constable

Tom Morrison

Constables Steve Torry John Noble

Mark McComb Jeremy White Scott Koeslag Danny Soper

Janet Eidt Bruce Forsyth

Mark Mountain Shawn Lubjenka

Nancy MacMillan Kenneth Iles

K-9 Unit

John Noble

Part Time Constables

Norman Rowntree Ken MacPherson

Personnel 2007

ChiefRene Berger

Deputy ChiefRobert J. Thompson

SergeantDale Smart


SergeantJerry Kocher

Detective Sergeant Jeff Beselaere

Detective Constable Neil Campbell

Personnel 2007

Constable Steven Torry

Constable John Noble

Constable Mark McComb

Constable Jeremy White

ConstableScott Koeslag

ConstableDanny Soper


Personnel 2007

Constable Janet Eidt

Constable Bruce Forsyth

Constable Mark Mountain

Constable Shawn Lubjenka

Constable Nancy MacMillan

Constable Ken Iles


Personnel 2007

Constable Norm Rowntree

Constable Ken MacPherson

Special Constable Tom Morrison

AdministrationKerry Moore

Aux. SergeantBenjamin Dasti

Aux. Constable Craig Karl


Personnel 2007

Aux. ConstableJoel Leifso

Aux. ConstableKristina Parsons

Force ChaplainDennis Foerster



Appointments/Promotions/RetirementsRobert Thompson started on Oct 31, 1976 as aSpecial Constable with the Town of DurhamPolice Dept. On September 12, 1978 he waspromoted to Fourth Class Constable for the Townof Durham Police Dept. In 1982 he became a 1stClass Constable and in 1987 was promoted to therank of Sergeant. He retained the rank ofSergeant during the transition to the newlyformed West Grey Police Service. On January 1,2007 he was appointed as Deputy Chief.

Jerry Kocher joined the Toronto PoliceForce in July 1972. In 1989 he waspromoted to the rank of Sergeant. During his tenure with the TorontoPolice Force he served in a number ofspecialized units. After his retirmentfrom the Toronto Police Service in2002 he joined the West Grey PoliceService as a Constable. He wasassigned to the Criminal InvestigationsUnit of the service until his promotionin June 2007 to the rank of Sergeant.

Mary Lovric joined the West Grey PoliceService as an administrative assistant in thefall of 2002. She brought with her severalyears of secretarial experience. Maryretired in the summer of 2007. She islooking forward to spending more time withher family in particular, her grandchildren.

Auxiliary Constable Bradley Campbell passed away in January 2007 as the

result of injuries he sustained in a terrible (off duty) motor vehicle collision. Brad was an excellent

baker by trade, many things to many people but first and foremost he was a dedicated husband to

Karen and father to Ainsley, McLeod and Erin.

Brad was also an exceptional Auxiliary Police Officer. He was an Auxiliary Police Officer with the

Harriston Police Service from 1998 until its disbandment in 1999. Brad then became an Auxiliary

Police Officer with the West Grey Police Service from 2003 until his passing in 2007.

With the numerous hours spent at his business and his commitment to his family, Brad still found

the time to serve his community and the Community of West Grey as an Auxiliary Police Officer.

Officers felt comfortable when working with him and enjoyed his company. His commitment to

Community Policing was second to none. Brad spent numerous hours at Community functions such

as Fish Derbies, Community Events, Parades just to name a few.

He will be sadly missed.


In Memoriam: Auxiliary Constable Bradley Campbell

2007 WEST GREY POLICE SERVICE EXPENDITURES

TOTAL EXPENDITURES: $2,052,623.76 SALARIES & BENEFITS: $1,853,007.65 OPERATIONAL: $ 388,048.16 BOARD EXPENSES: $ 16,013.45 REVENUE: $ 204,445.50

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WEST GREY POLICE SERVICE 2007 Occurrence Statistics

Occurrence Type TOTAL

Occurrence Type TOTAL

MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENTS Disturb the peace 6

Property Damage Only 254 Domestic Dispute 40

Personal Injury Accidents 37 Drug Offences 34

Persons Injured 57 Escape Custody 1

Fatal Accidents 2 Prisoner Escorts 112

Persons Killed 2 Family Dispute 15

OTHER MONTHLY ACTIVITIES Fire 18

911 Hang Up 103 Fraud 17

Abduction 1 Gaming and Betting 0

Airplane Crash 0 Gang 0

Alarm 100 Harassment 19

Animal Complaint 54 Homicide 0

Arson 2 Hostage Taking 0

Assault 36 Hydro Wires Down 1

Attempt Murder 0 Impaired/Over 80 MGS 23

Attempt/Threaten Suicide 3 Indecent Acts 3

Bail Violations 22 Insecure Premises 36

B & E – Residence 26 Kidnapping 0

B & E – Business 8 Landlord/Tenant Dispute 10

B & E – Other 22 Liquor Licence Act 38

Breach Probation 15 Mental Health Act 11

Counterfeit 2 Mischief 124

Court Order 2 Missing Persons 49

Dangerous Condition 3 Missing Persons Locate 47

Occurrence Type Total Occurrence Type Total

Municipal Bylaws 9 Shoplifting 2

Motor Vehicle - Abandoned 12 Stolen Vehicle 22

Motor Vehicle - Recovered 21 Strikes 0

Neighbour Dispute 29 Sudden Death 15

Noise Complaints 63 Suspicious Person 28

Non Police Matter 5 Suspicious Vehicle 31

Non-Traffic Accident 3 Thefts 144

Obstruct Police 1 Threats 19

Other Criminal Code 29 Towed Vehicles 23

Other Federal Statute 4 Traffic Complaint 101

Other Provincial Statute 19 Traffic Control 22

Persons Reporting In 51 12 Hour Suspensions 1

Phone Calls 30 ADLS Suspensions 23

Police Assistance 571 Traffic Hazard 2

Police Information 192 Trespass By Night 1

Police Pursuits 2 Trespass To Property Act 7

Possession Stolen Property 14 Trouble With Youth 21

Prevent Breach of Peace Unwanted Person 25

Property Checks 18 Warrants Executed 20

Property Damage 10 Weapons 12

Prostitution 0

Other Property Related 99 MISCELLANEOUS

R.I.D.E. Checks Conducted 53 Value of Property Stolen $250,658.71

Robbery 1 Value of Property Recovered $131,374.00

Routine Traffic Stop 2 Value of Property Recovered Other Services $112,500.00

Sexual Assault 9 Man Hours of Coverage 29,323

2003 – 2007 VIOLENT CRIME & PROPERTY CRIME CLEARANCE RATES

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2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

VIOLENCEPROPERTYOVERALL


2007 Occurrence Type

Actual Cleared Rate Criminal Neg Cause Death 1 1 100% Sexual Assault 6 6 100% Other Sex Offences 0 0 0% Aggravated Assault 0 0 0% Assault with Weapon 5 5 100% Assault – Level 1 33 33 100% Assault Police 1 1 100% Criminal Neg Cause Bodily Harm 0 0 0% Kidnapping - Confinement 1 1 100% Robbery 1 1 100% Extortion 0 0 0% Criminal Harassment 8 8 100% Utter Threats 14 11 78.6% Other Criminal Code 0 0 0% TOTAL 71 68 95.8% Arson 1 0 0% Break & Enter 46 24 52.2% Theft Over $5,000 4 2 50% Theft Over – Motor Vehicle 7 2 28.6% Theft From Motor Vehicle - Over $5,000 0 0 0% Theft Under $5,000 68 15 22.1% Theft Under – Motor Vehicle 7 3 42.9% Theft From Motor Vehicle - Under $5,000 19 9 47.4% Possession of Stolen Goods 14 14 100% Fraud 10 5 50% Mischief 1 1 100% Mischief to Property – Over $5,000 0 0 0% Mischief to Property – Under $5,000 90 16 17.8% TOTAL 267 91 34.1%


2007 Occurrence Clearance Rates

Community Policing



Community PolicingTim Horton’s Camp Day

Fishing Derby

Cops For Cancer


COMMUNITY SERVICE PROGRAMS FOR 2007

Special Olympic games in Owen Sound

Drumming Not Drugs program - St Peters School, Jan through May

Winter Fest - St Peters & Paul's School

Partners in Public Safety Program

Bus Evacuation Programs

Cyber Bullying session

Bike Safety

Crime stoppers events

2007 Torch Run for Special Olympics

Cops for Cancer head shave

Kurt Greenleaf award for Grade 8 student Spruce ridge School

Durham Fall Fair Community Service Booth

Neustadt Fall Fair Community Service Booth

Fall Bus Evacuation Program

Terry fox Run

Children Safety Program

Halloween Safety

Christmas in the County SVCA community service booth

Durham and Neustadt Santa Claus parade float

Annual Christmas Food and Toy Drive


Neustadt OfficeOctober 17, 2007 marked the official opening of the NeustadtCommunity Sub-station.

This sub-station is part of the West Grey Police Service'sCommunity Policing initiatives and serves as a place forofficers to meet with members of the community regardingcomplaints, investigations and community issues. Officersassigned this zone are also required to complete reports,conduct investigations and other police related business fromthis office.

Seen in this photograph from left to right are: Deputy Chief Robert Thompson,West Grey Mayor and Police Board Chair Kevin Eccles, Chief Rene Berger andBruce-Grey MPP Bill Murdoch.


Crime Unit

The Crime Unit is responsible for all major crimesagainst persons and property. This Unit constists ofa detective sergeant and a detective constable. Theofficers of this unit possess the required knowledgeskills and abilities to conduct complexinvestigations which include sexual assaults,robberies, assaults against children etc.

The Crime Unit is overseen by the detectivesergeant. The Unit regularly assists in major crime,robberies and sexual assaults along with uniformpatrol officers. In 2007 they were responsible forsolving a number of property and drug relatedcrimes.


K - 9 Unit

Support and funding for this unit came from donations receivedfrom the community as well as a donation for an equipped K9vehicle from the Government of Ontario's Civil Remedies Act.

In the latter six months of 2007 the K9 unit responded to elevencalls to service with an 80% success rate. These calls for serviceincluded tracking of suspects from break and enter calls, executionof warrants, search for wanted and missing persons and thechecking of insecure buildings and properties. Other highlights of 2007 included two days spent with ProjectSabot, the RCMP lead joint task force for eradication. Also the K9 unit attended numerous community service events,including area fall fairs, SVCA Christmas in the county andspeaking with children's groups.

The West Grey Police ServiceK9 unit became active on June25, 2007, after completing anintensive 13 week course atWaterloo Regional PoliceService.

At the end of the course "Tye"was certified in the areas ofbuilding search, agility,handler protection, criminalapprehension, open areasearch, tracking, chase andstand off, obedience and articlesearch.


Community Partnerships:

In 2007 our service played a role in numerous Community Organizations throughwhich the delivery of local information and program initiatives were enhanced.

They include but are not limited to:

1. Crime Stoppers2. Local School Boards3. Grey County Domestic Assault Review Team4. Grey Bruce Court Co-Ordination Committee5. Victim Service - Bruce Grey Owen Sound6. Winter Storm Transportation Planning Committee7. Criminal Justice Coodinating Committee8. Bluewater District Cops for Cancer9. Special Olympic Torch Run10. Community Living11. M.N.R.12. Partners in Public Safety13. Ontario Provincial Police14. Royal Canadian Mounted Police15. Grey Bruce Hospital and Police Committee

Co-op Placement:

In 2007 we participated in the John Diefenbaker Secondary School co-opprogram. We accepted a student from JDSS for the 2007 Co-Op program.

Public Complaints:

In 2007 we had 3 formal public complaints lodged against officers of this policeservice. 2 of the complaints were withdrawn and 1 was unsubstantiated.


Road SafetyWest Grey Police Service remains commited to roadsafety. The primary goal in 2007 as it has been inprevious years and will continue to be is to reduce roadfatalities and personal injury collisions through educationand enforcement. Major initiatives over the yearincluded the Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere(R.I.D.E.) Program, bicycle safety, school bus safety andselective enforcement.

West Grey Police Service conducted several RIDE spotchecks which was partially suplemented by a $4,700.00 RIDE grant. Selective enforcement is enforcement thataddresses concerns from the public and identified highvolume motor vehicle collision areas.

The mobile speed sign has also proven to be a veryeffective tool in reducing speed. The sign is placed inidentified areas where speeding is a concern.


Auxiliary Policing

The West Grey Police Service has 5 Auxiliary Police Officers. Auxiliary PoliceOfficers are a group of dedicated community volunteers. They wear uniforms and areissued handcuffs and a baton. Auxiliary officers are under the direct command of theDeputy Chief of Police and an Auxiliary Sergeant.

Auxiliary Police Officers are required to complete a total of at least two 8 hour shiftsper month and are also required to undergo and successfully complete regular trainingwhich includes:

- CPR and First Aid - Use of Force and Defensive Tactics - Firearms

The primary duty of an Auxiliary Police Officer is to perform police duties whensupervised by a Police Officer.

Additionally, some areas where Auxiliary Police Officers are often used include:

-Assist with parades -Traffic Control -Assist at Community Events such as Fishing Derbies -Canvas and Search for Missing Persons -Participate in information kiosks and booths at Fall Fairs, Christmas in the Country and other community events -Assist with the Annual Christmas Food and Toy Drives

Auxiliary officers volunteered 1300 hours towards the program in 2007

TRAINING

In addition to the mandatory annual training which included Firearms and Use of Force, member of the West Grey Police Service received training in a number of areas. In addition to a number of one day seminars, members of the service also received the following training: COURSE K-9 Training Search Warrant Training Sexual Assault Train the Trainer Child Car Seat Safety Front Line Supervisor Advanced Patrol Training Advanced Patrol Training O.A.C.P. Traffic Seminar which included training in: Fraudulent Insurance Investigations Making Critical Observations/Gathering Evidence (Impaired by Drug/Alcohol Investigations) Incident Management System for Major Scenes Effective Partnering with the Media Raising Awareness: Distracted Driver Initiatives Project E.R.A.S.E. – Summer’s Coming Motorcycles: Enforcement/Increased Prevalence in Serious Collisions Traffic Enforcement: Provincial Updates & Case Law Examination Aging Drivers: Their Effect on Law Enforcement Gathering Forensic Evidence in Collision Investigations Sexual Assault Partner Abuse Care Domestic Violence Coordinator’s Conference Basic Investigations Skills Intoxilyzer Technician Course

“Search is an Emergency” hosted by the Alzheimer’s Society.



Unit #2 - 2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA - Unmarked

Unit #3 - 2007 DODGE CHARGER

Unit #4 - 2003 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

Unit #6 - 2002 CHEVROLET IMPALA - Unmarked

Unit #8 - 2008 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

Unit #10 - 2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA

Unit #11 - 1997 FORD EXPEDITION

Unit #12 - 2005 CHEVROLET IMPALA

K-9 - 2007 FORD CROWN VICTORIA

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