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SPECIAL NOTICE

The Office of News Affairs is currently looking for individuals who possess strong writing skills. Officers interested in the challenge of continued writing assignments are asked to contact Sgt. Antoinette Ursitti, News Affairs, 745-6110 or Pax 0541, and submit a resume and writing samples. Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years field experience.

JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Superintendent’s Policy Group is accepting applications for a position as a project manager. The project managers work within the Superintendent’s Office in conjunction with other Units and Districts throughout the department to formulate and implement policies. This position is for a sworn member below the rank of sergeant who is bright, energetic and has excellent inter-personal skills, as well as exceptional writing and research ability. Strong experience and education are essential. Interested applicants should submit their resumes to the attention of Sgt. Raymond Hamilton, Unit 111, or electronically to Raymond.hamilton@chicagopolice.org by 15 June 2008.

SALUTE

Area 1 Detective Division Salutes 9th District Police Officers: Sgt. J. Doris, P.O. E. Murphy, P.O. T. Tantillo, P.O. J. Sullivan, P.O. N. Kakos, P.O. W. Buglio, P.O. F. Tomalis, P.O. H. Del Toro, P.O. R. Perez, P.O. R. Soto.

On 19 Mar. 08, the officers responded to a call of a “Person with a Gun” in the area of 32nd & Bell. Upon arrival, the officers met with a victim who related the offender had pointed a gun at her & threatened her. She gave a description of the offender and during the investigation that followed the above officers were able to locate the offender and recover the handgun. A show-up with the victim resulted in the positive identification of the offender. Due to their diligence to duty and keen investigative skills the subject was charged with a Felony and a dangerous handgun was removed from our city streets.

Thanks for a job well done. Stay safe.

THANK YOU!

Commander Daniel L. Alvarado and the School Visitation Section would like to express a sincere thanks to all of the Chicago Police Department members who assisted and participated with Superintendent Weis in the Special Olympics Torch Run on Sunday, 8 June 2008. The turnout and participation was amazing. To date, thanks to the generosity of department members and friends, over $32,000 has been raised towards our $50,000 goal.

CANINE HANDLER EXAMS

Applicants for Police Officer (assigned as Canine Handler), title code 9152, and Police Officer (Assigned as Explosives Detection Canine Handler), title code 9153, must submit a completed Physician’s Consent Form and Medical Statement for each exam if submitting the on-line application for both exams. Questions may be directed to the Employee Resource Services Division, Unit 119, at (312) 745-5342 or Bell 0305.

16th District Works with Community Residents to Close Down "Drug House"

The 016th District is submitting the following success story :

On 22 May 08, at Beat 1634’s community meeting several complaints were made regarding possible drug sales at 49xx W. Eddy.  Lt. Joseph Schober assigned Tactical Team 1663 to follow up this vice complaint.

Officer Manny Hernandez, William G. Rickey, etc., set up a surveillance on the basement apartment at 49xx W. Eddy. They observed several persons coming to the front door and entering the building and within 2-3 minutes they would exit. "Take down officers" stopped one of the individuals that exited, several blocks from the premise.

During the interview the subject admitted to just purchasing marijuana from said location. After being advised of his rights the offender cooperated and identified the person who sold him the marijuana. The officer’s continued the covert surveillance and observed persons entering and exiting the basement apt. at 49xx W. Eddy, consistent with a location which was involved in illegal narcotic sales.

A search warrant was obtained for this location and executed by Lt. Schober, Sgt. Hiller, Affiant Officer Hernandez and Officers Rickey, Pasquale, Billy, Driscoll, Walsh, Black, Olsen and Ukawa.

The search warrant was positive with a large quantity of marijuana and monies being recovered. This outstanding investigation and arrest is a perfect example of problem solving and how the CAPS program works. Information and a complaints are originated at the beat meeting. The Tact team follows up-- with positive results. The community concern and problem is eradicated. The immediate feed back from neighboring residents was very positive and this is another great example of community policing in Chicago.

Thanks for a job well done!

Anthony J. Riccio, Commander

016th District

SALUTE

Area 2 Detective Division Salutes 3rd District Officers & Command Staff: Superintendent J. Weis, Deputy. Superintendent P. Brust, Chief T. Skahill, Sgt. B. Blackman, P.O. A. Sledge, P.O. A. Bruno, P.O. A. Janik, P.O. J. Moss, P.O. P. Carriere, P.O. L. Hayes, P.O. D. Davis, P.O. C. Ware, P.O. M. Jose, Det. J. McGuire.

On 29 Mar. 08, officers from the 3rd District responded to a domestic disturbance with shots fired. Upon arrival the officers learned that a 9 year old child was in the residence with the offender and the officers devised a plan in which they would enter the front, forcing the offender out the back. The offender fled out the rear of the location and into the the hands of waiting officers, who apprehended him.

Members of the Command Staff had also arrived on the scene and lent their efforts to reinforcing the officers' initiative.

The child was rescued unharmed and the offender, a previously convicted felon, was charged with two counts of UUW by Felon and Aggravated Assault.

Thanks for a job well done.  Stay safe.

SPECIAL EVENT

Police and Fire Night The Chicago White Sox are offering discount tickets to Chicago Police employees and their families for the following game: Police & Fire Night White Sox vs. Tigers Tuesday, 5 August 08 @ 1911 hours. Tickets are subject to availability, order forms must be received by the Chicago White Sox prior to Thursday 3 Jul. 08. Orders will be taken by mail, fax, phone or at whitesox.com. Please contact Special Activities Section at Pax 0207 or Citynet (312) 745-5844 to receive your order form.

SPECIAL EVENT

BONE MARROW DONOR REGISTRY The Chicago Police Department with the assistance of “Driving for Donors” will be conducting a Marrow Donor Registry Drive. The process consists of obtaining saliva through a cheek swab and only takes a few minutes of time. There will be two drives scheduled:

Monday, 16 Jun. 08 0800-1600 hours

Police Headquarters 3510 S. Michigan

Tuesday, 17 Jun. 08 0800-1600 hours

Training Division 1300 W. Jackson Blvd.

These drives are open to all Department members, families and friends. Individuals participating in the event will be placed on the National Registry as a potential candidate to help cancer patients. For more information contact Special Activities at Bell: 5-5844 or Pax: 0207.

ARE YOU AWARE?

Chicago’s Department of Children & Youth Services is sponsoring a UCAN program for Police and Fire Department Personnel to participate in volunteering to become Foster Care Parents. The men and women of our departments can be role models and caretakers for youth through the Professional Foster Parenting Program.

For more information on this rewarding program please contact a recruiter at (312) 738-5944 or Special Activities at (312) 745-5844.

SALUTE

Area Two Detective Division salutes 6th District and Targeted Response Unit Police Officers: P.O. J. Venegas, P.O. R. Sanchez, P.O. K. Murphy, P.O. M. Gremo. 

On 14 Mar. 08, the officers responded to a call of a battery in progress in the area of 77th and Throop. Officers heard a female yelling for help and deployed on foot in search of the victim. Responding officers observed the offender in the act of committing a criminal sexual assault against a fourteen year old girl and placed him in custody. The officers were considerate of the victim’s age and emotions when conducting interviews which placed her at ease while discussing this crime.

Due to the officers prompt response and compassion for the innocent, a sexual predator was charged and taken off the streets.

Thanks for a job well done.

SPECIAL EVENT

The Annual Special Olympics Law Enforcement Torch Run will take place Sunday, 08 Jun. 08 at Headquarters, 3510 S. Michigan. Come join Superintendent Jody Weis and the Chicago Police Team as we run from Headquarters to Memorial Park in support of this great cause. Registration starts at 0800 hours in the west parking lot of Headquarters and the Torch Run starts promptly at 0900 hrs. If interested in participating please contact P.O. Tokarz at 5-5841 or Pax 0362.

SPECIAL EVENT

“Ride to Remember” Memorial Motorcycle Ride Area 4 Detective Division is sponsoring the 4th Memorial Motorcycle Ride benefitting the Chicago Police Department Memorial Foundation. This event will take place on Sunday, 27 Jul. 08, To register on line please go to www.area4ridetoremember.com. For day of ride registration, please arrive at Area 4, 3151 W. Harrison at 0800 hours. The ride will begin promptly at 1000 hours. For more information please contact Sgt. Thomas Flaherty at Area 4, (312) 746-8252

SPECIAL EVENT

BONE MARROW DONOR REGISTRY

The Chicago Police Department with the assistance of “Driving for Donors” will be conducting a Marrow Donor Registry Drive. The process consists of obtaining saliva through a cheek swab and only takes a few minutes of time. There will be two drives scheduled:

Monday, 16 Jun. 08 0800-1600 hours Police Headquarters 3510 S. Michigan

Tuesday, 17 Jun. 08 0800-1600 hours Training Division 1300 W. Jackson Blvd.

These drives are open to all Department members, families and friends. Individuals participating in the event will be placed on the National Registry as a potential candidate to help cancer patients. For more information contact Special Activities at Bell: 5-5844 or Pax: 0207.

Community Works With Police -- Drug Offender Locked Up

NEWS RELEASE

Chicago Police Department

Jody P. Weis, Superintendent of Police                                                       

Monique Bond, Director of News Affairs   

For Immediate Release    June 5, 2008

Contact: Office of News Affairs (312) 745-6110 

Jefferson Park Community Residents Partner with the Police and Nab Drug Offender 

A Search Warrant Obtained and Executed by 16th District Tactical Team Leads to Arrest After Citizens' Tips at CAPS Beat Meeting

CHICAGO -- A 16th District Tactical Team arrested a man for Possession of Cannabis and Violation of Bail Bond after tips from citizens at a Community Beat Meeting provided officers with necessary details to establish surveillance and obtain and execute a search warrant.

Erik Lee Miller, 25, of the 4900 block of W. Eddy Ave. was taken into custody May 28, 2008 after police executed a search warrant and found approximately 13 grams of cannabis and a bulk sum of money inside of his residence. Miller, out on bond for an April 24th arrest for felony Possession of Cannabis, also was charged with Violation of Bail Bond.

During a Beat 1634 Community Beat Meeting on May 22, citizens voiced numerous complaints about possible drug sales at the location where Miller resides. A tactical team responded immediately by setting up covert surveillance to corroborate the tips about illegal narcotics sales. Observations and field interviews helped officers secure a search warrant.

"This outstanding investigation and arrest is a perfect example of problem-solving and how the CAPS program works," said 16th District Commander Anthony Riccio. "We know that when the community gets involved in helping the police with information on dangerous offenders, the quality of life and public safety is enhanced."

The Chicago Alternative Police Strategy (CAPS) was implemented in 1993, and there are more than 200 block clubs in the City of Chicago.

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