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38 Beat

 

Officer David Nienstedt
Community Policing
Beat Coordinator

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Officers assigned to 38 Beat

1st Shift
Officer M. Mitchell
2ndShift
Officer J. Cooley
3rd Shift
Office C. Byers
4th Shift
Officer J. Seachris


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Previous Year Statistics for Beat 38

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2006

20052004200320022001

Murder

0 0 0 2 0 0
Rape 10 2 5 15 2 3
Individual Robbery 8 11 14 15 15 14
Business Robbery 4 0 6 6 14 10
Agg Assault Drive By 3 6 2 0 3 2
Residential Burglary 72 68 57 84 69 105
Non-Res. Burglary 28 28 33 29 41 39
Larceny  248 286 373 338 198 410
Auto Theft 30 47 62 86 24 42
Vandalism 207 162 194 200 155 192


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38 Beat Newsletter 

 

Last Updated: April 16, 2008

 

 

Seasonal Information to Remember:

 

It is getting warmer outside, and this means people will be spending more time outdoors. This includes doing yard work. It also means thieves will be out, and they will have their eyes on your power tools. You can help keep yourself from becoming a victim. First, do not leave your garage door open. This is a quick way for a thief to steal items and get away before you even notice what has happened, this is true even if you are at home. It is a good idea to close and lock your garage even if you are in the backyard doing work. Second, if you keep tools and items in a yard shed, keep it locked at all times. Many thefts occur from these structures, both day and night. Finally, take an inventory of the items you have. You may be surprised to realize your tool collection has grown over time. When doing your inventory take some time to write down Make/Model/Serial Numbers of your tools, even if they are old, or out of warranty. This is our best chance of recovering items if you do end up being a victim.

 

Information to Know:

 

If you are going out of town, please call Patrol East at 688-9300 and ask for a vacation watch for your home, or send your information in via email from the "Vacation Home Watch" link on our WPD webpage. We will get some basic information and then put it in the 38 beat book for all officers to see. When patrol time allows, officers will drive by your property. Also, get to know your neighbors and ask them to watch your property and call 911 if they see anything suspicious. Have your mail service and newspaper delivery suspended by contacting the post office and your paper carrier. When newspapers and mail begin to pile up it sends a loud signal to criminals that you are not home making you an easy victim.

 

Burglaries can happen anywhere at anytime. Don't be a victim. Keep your doors and windows locked, even when you're home. Install deadbolt locks on your doors. Get to know your neighbors and who belongs in your neighborhood. Trim trees and shrubs to provide a clear view of your home. Keep your garage doors closed. If you see suspicious activity, people, or vehicles in your neighborhood, call 911.

 

Although you may no longer need to warm your car up, some people still have a habit of leaving their vehicle running. Regardless of the time of year, this is a bad habit and in many cases leads to a stolen auto. Please turn off those ignitions, take the keys with you, and locks the doors.

 

Recent Crime Trends on 38 Beat

 

There has been an increase in larcenies. Many larcenies are preventable. The majority of these larcenies are items stolen out of vehicles (purses, etc), items stolen off of vehicles (stereos, etc), and property left outside unattended. To keep from being an easy target try parking your vehicle in a garage or driveway if possible. If you must park in the street, and your street has lights, try to park under a streetlight. Do not leave valuables in your vehicle. Keep windows rolled up and lock your doors. Do not leave property out in yards or on porches that can be easily carried away. If you see suspicious acitivity, people or vehicles in your neighborhood, call 911.

 

Crime Prevention Tip off the Month for April 2008

With warmer weather approaching, more people will be outside walking, working in the yard, or just enjoying the warmer weather. This month, the Wichita Police Department Crime Prevention Section would like to offer these personal safety tips in an effort to make you and the community safer.

WALKING/JOGGING: Avoid jogging or walking alone. Remember there is safety in numbers. Avoid unlit streets, vacant lots, and unpopulated areas. Stick to well-traveled areas like malls and businesses in your area. Refrain from wearing headphones, which prevent you from hearing what is happening around you. If you think someone is following you, change directions and get to a safe place. Always have your keys ready when returning home.

ASSERTIVENESS: Assertive behavior will help reduce your vulnerability to an assault. Make eye contact with people you meet. Eye contact is a powerful way to say "I am in control myself and my environment. Do not violate my space." Speak clearly and with authority. Strong body language also sends the same assertive message as eye contact. Walk with a sense of purpose like you know exactly where you are going and what you are doing. Pay attention to your instincts. Do not discredit them by thinking that you are just paranoid. If you feel someone can’t be trusted or you are in danger, you probably have a good reason. Listen to your instincts and trust them.

IN CONCLUSION: Be aware of your surroundings. Avoid dangerous situations. Think about your options in advance should you encounter an attacker. Value yourself and your feelings as much as you value others. The most important step you can take in protecting yourself is to acknowledge that it can happen to you. The following principles should be useful in helping you reduce your degree of vulnerability.

1. Be alert.

2. Be aware of the people around you, your surroundings, and the total environment.

3. Be assertive, do not allow yourself to be intimidated.

4. Stay calm.

5. Think clearly.

 Crime Prevention Tip off the Month Brought to you by the Wichita Police Department Crime Prevention Unit

 

                                                                                   

IDENTITY THEFT

What are the steps I should take if I'm a victim of identity theft?

If you are a victim of identity theft, take the following four steps as soon as possible, and keep a record with the details of your conversations and copies of all correspondence.

1. Place a fraud alert on your credit reports, and review your credit reports.

Fraud alerts can help prevent an identity thief from opening any more accounts in your name. Contact the toll-free fraud number of any of the three consumer reporting companies below to place a fraud alert on your credit report. You only need to contact one of the three companies to place an alert. The company you call is required to contact the other two, which will place an alert on their versions of your report, too. If you do not receive a confirmation from a company, you should contact that company directly to place a fraud alert.

Equifax: 1-800-525-6285; www.equifax.com; P.O. Box 740241, Atlanta, GA 30374-0241

Experian: 1-888-EXPERIAN (397-3742); www.experian.com; P.O. Box 9532, Allen, TX 75013

TransUnion: 1-800-680-7289; www.transunion.com; Fraud Victim Assistance Division, P.O. Box 6790, Fullerton, CA 92834-6790

Once you place the fraud alert in your file, you're entitled to order one free copy of your credit report from each of the three consumer reporting companies, and, if you ask, only the last four digits of your Social Security number will appear on your credit reports. Once you get your credit reports, review them carefully. Look for inquiries from companies you haven't contacted, accounts you didn't open, and debts on your accounts that you can't explain. Check that information, like your Social Security number, address(es), name or initials, and employers are correct. If you find fraudulent or inaccurate information, get it removed. See Correcting Fraudulent Information in Credit Reports to learn how. When you correct your credit report, use an Identity Theft Report with a cover letter explaining your request, to get the fastest and most complete results. 

Continue to check your credit reports periodically, especially for the first year after you discover the identity theft, to make sure no new fraudulent activity has occurred.

2. Close the accounts that you know, or believe, have been tampered with or opened fraudulently.

Call and speak with someone in the security or fraud department of each company. Follow up in writing, and include copies (NOT originals) of supporting documents. It's important to notify credit card companies and banks in writing. Send your letters by certified mail, return receipt requested, so you can document what the company received and when. Keep a file of your correspondence and enclosures.

When you open new accounts, use new Personal Identification Numbers (PINs) and passwords. Avoid using easily available information like your mother's maiden name, your birth date, the last four digits of your Social Security number or your phone number, or a series of consecutive numbers.

If the identity thief has made charges or debits on your accounts, or has fraudulently opened accounts, ask the company for the forms to dispute those transactions.

Once you have resolved your identity theft dispute with the company, ask for a letter stating that the company has closed the disputed accounts and has discharged the fraudulent debts. This letter is your best proof if errors relating to this account reappear on your credit report or you are contacted again about the fraudulent debt.

3. File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission.

You can file a complaint with the FTC using the online complaint form; or call the FTC's Identity Theft Hotline, toll-free: 1-877-ID-THEFT (438-4338); TTY: 1-866-653-4261; or write Identity Theft Clearinghouse, Federal Trade Commission, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20580.  Be sure to call the Hotline to update your complaint if you have any additional information or problems.

4. File a report with your local police or the police in the community where the identity theft took place.

Call your local police department and tell them that you want to file a report about your identity theft.   Ask them if you can file the report in person.   If you cannot, ask if you can file a report over the Internet or telephone.  See below for information about Automated Reports.
If the police are reluctant to take your report, ask to file a "Miscellaneous Incident" report.

 

 


Carry Concealed Weapons Applications

There have been several questions regarding the the new state law allowing for the carrying of a concealed weapon in the state of Kansas.  Please see the Sedgwick County Sheriff's Website for information about where and how to apply or you can call 316-832-9337 or 316-383-7352.



Abandoned Vehicle left on City Streets

City Ordinance states that it is illegal for a vehicle to remain parked on a city street for more than 48 hours without moving.  This includes both working and broken down vehicles. If you observe a vehicle that appears to be abandoned or broken down on 38 Beat, contact the Patrol East substation at 688-9300.  From there it will be assigned to a patrol officer, who should respond within the next few days.  That patrol officer will make a reasonable attempt to contact the vehicle owner to come and move the vehicle.  If the vehicle remains on the street, it can be subject to impound after an additional 48 hours have expired. 


TRAFFIC INFORMATION

 

School is in session. This means children will be walking and riding bikes to school, and school buses will be out. Slow down for school zones. The speed limit in a school zone is 20 MPH. Pay close attention to your driving near schools, too. Watch for children walking, and on bicycles, crossing the street. Don't assume they will see you. Both directions of traffic must stop for school buses displaying flashing red lights and stop signs while they are picking up or dropping off children. Failing to stop for a school bus can result in a fine of 150 dollars.

The fine for front seat adult occupants not wearing a seatbelt is now 30 dollars, up from 10 dollars in years past. It is still a secondary violation for adults. For teens ages 14-17, they must wear a seatbelt regardless of location in the vehicle. It is now a primary violation for teens. Officers can stop the cars they are driving/riding in, and issue those teens a citation. As of January 1, 2008 the fine for teens violating this ordinance is 60 dollars. 

For information on the intersections with the highest number of accidents, please visit the Wichita Police Department's link: Most Dangerous Intersections

Remember - Every Accident is a Preventable Accident! 

 

  

The Neighborhood Oriented Traffic Enforcement (N.O.T.E.) program addresses traffic related concerns within your neighborhood.  If you have a traffic complaint, please feel free to make your complaint online here:  Note Complaint Form

 

 

 

COMMUNITY MEETINGS SCHEDULE

 

 

 

Meeting

Date

Time

Location

District I Advisory Board 

First Monday of every month

7 PM  

2755 E. 19th St. N.

District II Advisory Board

First Monday of every month

7 PM

5939 E. 9th

Sleepy Hollow NA

Third Monday of every month

7 PM

3337 E. Central

Lambsdale N A

Third Monday each quarter       JAN, APR, JUL, OCT

7 PM

5818 E. 9th

Country Overlook N A

Fourth Thurday of every month

6 PM

5002 E. Douglas

Fairmount N A

Third Tuesday of every month

7 PM

16th and Gentry (Park Shelter Building)

    

The Wichita Police Department’s Mission Statement

 

The Wichita Police Department’s mission is to provide professional and ethical public safety services in partnership with citizens to identify, prevent and solve the problems of crime, fear of crime, social disorder and neighborhood decay, thereby improving the quality of life in our community.

 

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