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22 Beat

Nathan Schwiethale Community Policing Beat Coordinator Email me here

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Officers assigned to 22 Beat

1st Shift Officer J. Duff	2nd Shift Officer T. Balderas	3rd Shift Officer A. Gillespie	4th Shift Officer R. Redenbaugh

 

K-9 Unit Officer Officer C. Cooper Email me here

Traffic Officer Officer F. Silva Email me here

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 Previous Year Statistics for Beat 22
    

Type of Crime	2008	2007	2006	2005	2004	2003	2002	2001
Murder	1	1	0	1	0	1	0	1
Rape	4	7	4	4	3	4	0	4
Individual Robbery	14	15	15	6	10	10	7	11
Business Robbery	1	0	2	1	0	3	2	3
Agg. Assault Drive By	0	0	0	0	0	0	14	0
Residential Burglary	5	6	8	6	5	16	9	16
Non-Res. Burglary	24	23	21	46	41	27	27	46
Larceny	266	249	205	197	258	259	133	210
Auto Theft	23	37	29	29	63	76	26	61
Vandalism	160	142	171	131	125	128	99	132

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Last Updated: August 21st, 2009     Patrol South Community Policing 321 N. Mead, Wichita KS Office: 316-688-9358 Personal Safety/ Dealing with a Physical Attack PHASES OF ATTACK: The degree of aggression varies from assault to assault, but there are three phases to an attack. Phase one- confrontation- the attacker wants to engage you on some level to test your response. What will your response be? Phase two- attack- this can last seconds or, in worst-case scenarios, hours or days. There are no set rules for how to survive an attack. Whatever you need to do to stay alive is appropriate. Phase three- retreat- in a non-confrontational way, prompt the attacker to leave. For instance say “that’s all my money now leave.” Don’t start screaming at your attacker. Your goal now is to get away quickly. Sometimes if you become verbally or physically aggressive with your attacker you may start the process all over again.   DEFENDING AN ATTACK: There are several ways to defend an attack. However, not all attacks can be defended. These are a few ideas on ways that you may defend an attack. Remember these may not always work and in some instances nothing works.   COMPLIANCE: If compliance is one of the options you choose, take a deep breath and try to remain calm. Attempt to get a good description of the attacker. Look for an escape route or alternative. You must always use good judgment.   SCREAMING: Screaming or yelling depends on the circumstances. Are there people around that may hear you? It may be more successful that pleading or crying. Screaming or yelling acknowledges that you are unwilling to be controlled. If at all possible, run to another location.   PSYCHOLOGICAL: Use your mind and try to get out of the situation. Tell the attacker that you have some type of disease or come up with an excuse such as you hear a car coming. Tell the attacker that you’re pregnant. Pretend to go along and look for an opportunity to run or escape.   SELF-DEFENSE: Consider your own personality and take classes at a qualified school with an instructor.   WEAPONS: If you are going to use a weapon, you must be familiar with that weapon whether it is a gun, taser, knife, pepper spray or other type. Be sure to check that your weapon is legal to carry and any restrictions that could be in place for that particular weapon. Weapons involve reaction time and location. Where is it when you need it? You must remember that the weapon can be taken away from you and used against you. If a weapon is used, it must be done so effectively. UP COMING MEETINGS Old Town Association (OTA) OTA meets the first Wednesday of every month at 9:00 AM at the City Arts Building, 334 N Mead, 2nd Floor. D.A.B. I  District Advisory Board ( D.A.B.) 1 meets the first Monday of every month at 6:30 PM at Atwater.  D.A.B. VI District Advisory Board (D.A.B.) 6 meets on the first Monday of every month at 6:30 PM at the Evergreen Center. A.E.C.H Advocates for Ending Chronic Homelessness meets every Tuesday at 5:15 pm at Interfaith Ministries at 829 N. Market.  AECH is promoting the winter overflow shelter and needs volunteers!   BEAT NEWS *Construction of the new downtown arena has begun! Please drive safetly around the construction site and be mindful of the construction workers. This area is betweem William to Waterman, and St. Francis to Emporia.   *TRAFFIC WARNING!!!  The Kellogg flyover continues to have many accidents.  Most of these are from drivers FOLLOWING TOO CLOSELY which is a traffic infraction and a ticket can be issued to you. So please drive safe , buckle up, and obey the speed limit.   Wichita Police Department Citizen Advisory   The Wichita Police Department needs your help!  The Beat Team has noted an increase in Vehicle Thefts and Larceny to Autos on 22 Beat.  These crimes are occurring during the daytime and evening hours.  The Wichita Police Department has numerous officers working on the problem, however you can also help protect your neighborhood. If you see anything that looks suspicious call 911 immediately.   Give the dispatcher the best description that you can so officers can attempt to locate the person in order to identify them and question them on their activity. Often criminals watch the effected area before committing crimes.   Please remember to never leave your car running unattended.  This is an invitation for a Thief to Steal Your Car!  Always take your keys with you and lock your car when you are not using it.  Typically thieves look for cars left running at convenient stores and gas stations.   If you have questions or concerns about this issue, or if you are interested in additional ways you can protect yourself or your property, please feel free to contact your Community Policing Beat Coordinator Officer Nate Schwiethale at 462-2777 or nschwiethale@wichita.gov or Auto Theft Investigations at 268-4336 We are working hard within your community to keep you and your property safe but WE NEED YOUR HELP!     Homeless Brochures are here!!! *The Wichita Police Department has worked with homeless organizations to produce a brochure full of available resources.  The links below will give you a PDF file to print off as many as you like! Wichita Homeless Resources Los Recursos Para Los Sin Hogar en Wichita       Below are some tips you can use to avoid being the victim of a car thief, or having a theft from your vehicle: 1.            The best and only way to prevent thefts from motor vehicles is never to leave valuables in your car unattended – particularly electronic goods such as cellular phones and laptop computers. Preventing the theft of car radios is more difficult. Some car stereo manufacturers make detachable faceplates or stereos that pull easily from the dashboard, allowing you to take it with you or lock it in the trunk. 2.            Many thieves now break into cars if there are signs that checkbooks, personal documents, purses, mail or personal items, which would assist in the crime of identity theft, may be inside. 3.            Never leave personal identification documents, vehicle ownership titles, or credit cards in your vehicle. 4.            Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in the trunk out of sight. 5.            If you have a button inside your car that opens the trunk when no key is in the ignition, valuables in your trunk are not secure. 6.            Thieves may break into your vehicle if a garage door opener is visible, if they know where you live, or if your car is parked in front of your house. This gives them access to at least your garage and possibly your home. 7.            Never leave your car running unattended, even to dash into a business, store, etc. 8.            Never leave any keys in the car or ignition, inside a locked garage, or in hide-a-key boxes. 9.            Always roll up your windows and lock the car, even if it is parked in front of your home. 10.         Always park in high-traffic, well-lighted areas, when possible; 11.         Install a mechanical device that locks the steering wheel, column, or brakes. These devices will deter some criminals. 12.         Investigate the purchase of a vehicle theft tracking/security system, especially if you own one of the frequently stolen model vehicles. 13.         If you must leave your key with a valet, attendant, or mechanic leave only the ignition key. Make sure you are dealing with a reputable firm. 14.         Copy your license plate and vehicle information (VIN) numbers on a card and keep them with you. If your vehicle is stolen, the police will need this information to take a report; and, 15.         Many vehicles today come with some type of security system from the factory. Normally there are upgraded systems available if you ask. The best choices are systems that shut off the fuel supply so that a car can't be started or driven. 16.         If your vehicle is stolen, report it to the police immediately.