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You're Invited!
SDPD Behind the scenes |
You’ve seen it on TV, but is it the truth? From a routine traffic stop to the use of deadly force, you will experience what it’s like to be a cop when you join Police Chief William Lansdowne and some of “America’s Finest” police officers (police dogs and horses) on Saturday, March 8, 2008.
This dynamic interactive program is an excellent eye-opening experience. We’ll take you behind the scenes to experience split-second decision making firsthand in use-of-force, vehicle stop, and firearms training scenarios.
- When law enforcement uses lethal force, what are the guidelines? Do they fire more shots than necessary?
- What are the alternatives to lethal force?
- What level of force is appropriate? When?
Check In: 9:00 a.m.
Program: 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Miramar College
Cost: $20 ($15 seniors and students over 18)
RSVP: by March 5th Download registration form: http://www.sdpolicefoundation.org/register.php
Space is limited and registration is required. Please contact us at (858) 453-5060 or email info@sdpolicefoundation.org.
SDPD makes arrest in New Year’s Eve homicide
Jan. 10 - Antero Cruz, 20, was arrested for the Dec. 31 murder of 14 year-old, Ahlyja Pinson. Pinson was found in an abandoned home in Golden Hill on New Year’s eve by a homeless man. Her parents do not know Cruz and do not believe that their daughter knew him either. Cruz is being held without bail on a probation violation. His scheduled arraignment has been canceled pending further investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call the SDPD Homicide Unit at 619/531-2293 or Crime Stoppers at 888/580-TIPS.
Police dogs are important crime fighters
The San Diego Police Department has maintained one of the lowest per-capita officer staffing ratios of any large city in America for nearly two decades. The canine unit, which responds to more than 3,000 calls each year, is a major “resource multiplier” and a significant contributor to the efficiency of policing in San Diego. Police dogs can favorably change a law enforcement incident by their very presence. Many suspects who won’t follow police commands will cooperate when threatened with a dog bite. Since police service dogs typically work until they are about 8½ years old, as many as 8 – 10 dogs retire each year.
We salute the outstanding service of upcoming SDPD police service dog retirees: Joep (handler – Off. Jon Cherski); Korzo (handler – Off. Darrell Kyler); Rhando (handler – Off. Daniel Leach); Major (handler – Off. Michael McLeod); Falco (handler – Off. Edward Rosenbloom).
And we thank generous donors like Robert and Margery Beck, Donovan’s Steak & Chop House, Craig and Rebecca Irving, Stephen and Laureen Miller, Pardee Homes, the Masood Tayebi family, and people like you who ensure young, eager trainees will take the place of SDPD’s veteran police dogs. Join our effort.
Law enforcement, police and you
While police respond to emergencies and crises – like the recent wild fires – you and the San Diego Police Foundation help cover their back, providing equipment and crime-prevention tools that extend their reach and effectiveness. Look no further for a donation that will work hard to protect the people you love. We’ll show our thanks by sending you our 2008 “Proud Supporter” window decal. http://www.sdpolicefoundation.org/donate_now.html
Reward $10,000
Police looking for leads in
Rady home invasion
The combined reward being offered by Crime Stoppers and the Rady Family Foundation for
information regarding the Feb. Rady home invasion in La Jolla has been increased to $10,000.
If you have any information, please contact the police or Crime Stoppers at (888) 580-TIPS
immediately.
The suspect is described as a Middle Eastern or Hispanic male, approximately 5'8” tall and 165
lbs. The suspect convinced Mrs. Rady he was delivering important documents. When she opened the
front door he forced his way into the home. He then tied up Mrs. Rady and the housekeeper, and
waited until Mr. Rady arrived. The suspect used a taser to subdue Mr. Rady and tied him up as
well. The suspect remained in the house for several hours and escaped with a small amount of cash.
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Police Tip
Close and lock all windows and doors while home or away. You create an environment
that deters criminal activity!
"Bramco" Retires
Start Date: Dec. '02
Born: Aug. '99
Handler: Officer Marcelo Populin
ARRESTED 3/13/07
Murder suspect Garbarini
On Dec. 30, 2006, at 9:26 p.m., Ralph Garbarini entered Extraordinary Desserts, located at
2929 Fifth Avenue, and shot two customers. One of the customers, Michael Fineman, 44, died as a result of his injuries.
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Looking for work that matters?
You can have a job where every day is an opportunity to improve lives. The San Diego Police Department
is seeking men and women of high integrity who want to make a difference.
The next test date is April 14, 2007. For more information, visit
http://www.sandiego.gov.
"Eric" in action
 Police dogs are the ONLY use of force option that can be recalled once deployed.
Law Enforcement
S o l u t i o n s
While officers respond to emergencies and crises, the San Diego Police Foundation helps cover their back trying to get them what they need to do their jobs better. Your police department may not come to mind when you think
about charitable giving, but there are few organizations that touch the lives of so many in San Diego.
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