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JOB OPPORTUNITY
Interested in becoming a G.R.E.A.T. Instructor? Access the application on the CPD Intranet. Open Bureau Sites, click on Office of the First Deputy Superintendent, click on Preventive Programs in the tool bar and print the application in the Resources and Forms section. Return the completed application to Unit 132 via fax at 5-6980. For further information contact P.O. Catino at 5-5841.
A two week training is scheduled for January 2008.
Retired Captain Richard Munkvold, formerly assigned to the 20th District, passed away 28 November 2007. Waked at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence, Norridge, IL., 30 Nov., 1500-2100 hours. St. Jude will meet at 1900 hours. Services St. Eugenes Church, 7958 W. Foster, 1 Dec., 1000 hours. Interment private.
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Michael Duffy----------------------------1919
William A. Perrin-------------------------1924
Edward J. Lynn---------------------------1938
SALUTE
Area 3 Detective Division salutes 10th District Police Officer: P.O. Carmelo Camacho.
During the summer of 2007, a disturbing pattern of pushcart ice cream vendor stickups was occurring in the 24th district.
On 22 Aug. 07, off duty officer Carmelo Camacho was walking to his home when be saw an ice cream vendor being robbed at gunpoint. Officer Camacho drew his weapon and the robber surrendered without incident.
Due to the officers decision to take police action the robbery was interrupted and the pattern came to a halt.
Thanks for a job well done. Stay safe.
Chicago Police Memorial Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
November 26, 2007
For Immediate Release
10-1 Benefit for the Family of Police Officer Wayne Smith Jr.
Wayne was a member of the Chicago Police Department for eleven years. Wayne was a married father with three young children.
On July 13, 2007, Wayne was killed in a tragic motorcycle accident.
All proceeds from the benefit will be donated directly to the family of Officer Wayne Smith Jr.
On Thursday January 31, 2008 1700 Hours
Supper Club Chicago
2715 W. Madison Ave. Chicago, IL.
For more information please contact: PO Vince Morgan 773-590-6639 or Lisa Wallace 773-895-3661
Retired Captain John Skelly, formerly assigned to the 20th District, passed away 25 November 2007. Waked at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., 27 Nov., 1500-2100 hours. St. Jude will meet at 1900 hours. Services St. Mary of the Woods Church, 7033 N. Moselle, 28 Nov., 1000 hours. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
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SALUTE
Area 2 Detective Division Salutes 22nd District Police Officers: P.O. M. Smolek and P.O. M. Szymanski.
While on patrol the officers observed an aggravated robbery in progress at 2335 W. 111th St. The offender fled on foot but was captured after a brief chase. The proceeds were recovered and the offender was identified on the scene. After an investigation the offender made a full confession. Due to highly visible aggressive patrol and quick response a dangerous felon was removed from the streets. Thanks for a job well done.
SALUTE
Area 2 Detective Division Salutes 5th District Police Officers: P.O. T. Bodie and P.O. M. Daniel.
On 10 Aug. 07, the officers responded to a man with a gun call and learned that an Armed Robbery had occurred. The officers interviewed the victim and toured the area, apprehending one offender who divulged the other offenders identities. The officers recalled a Missing Person report from the previous month with one offenders name. The officers went to the residence and apprehended the second offender and recovered the gun used. Due to the officers quick response, skillful questioning and knowledge of their beat, two dangerous felons and a handgun are off the street. Thanks for a job well done.
Peter Mellody----------------------------1924
James H. Carroll--------------------------1925
Oliver J. Singelton -----------------------1969
SALUTE
Area Four Detective Division Salutes 013th District Police Officers: SGT. M. Laurich, P.O. J. Hidalgo and P.O. J. Estrada. The above officers discovered multiple robberies occurring in the same location. The officers learned the same phone number was used to contact restaurants which would send delivery drivers to the location at which time the driver would be robbed. After conducting several surveillances, the officers were able to obtain the suspects information, who was then positively identified by the victims. Due to the officers excellent investigative skills, tenacity and dedication to duty, the offender was charged accordingly.
Thanks for a job well done.
Chicago Police Memorial Foundation
PRESS RELEASE
November 26, 2007
For Immediate Release
Why are so many Law Enforcement Officers being Killed in the Line of Duty?
2007 is turning out to be one of the deadliest years in decades for our law enforcement professionals. Why are so many law enforcement officers being killed in the line of duty?
Tonight, Monday, November 26, ABC's World News with Charles Gibson will begin a two-part series that takes an in-depth look at the growing dangers faced by law enforcement officers and what's being done in response. ABC News Senior Justice Correspondent Pierre Thomas reports tonight on the disturbing surge in violence against our law officers.
On Tuesday, Correspondent Jeffrey Kofman looks at how some law enforcement agencies are arming-up to protect themselves and their communities from the threat of heavily armed criminals. I think you will find this of interest. The series is anchored by data and analysis provided by the NLEOMF.
The series begins Monday on ABC's World News with Charles Gibson, which airs in the DC area at 6:30 pm on WJLA-TV (Channel 7) and is repeated at 9 pm on News Channel 8.
Check your local listing for time and channel.
Please share this notice with colleagues and others who may be interested in this important story.
