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The Glendale Police are seeking individuals who are looking for career like no other. We are one of the fastest growing cities in the Valley of the Sun and a progressive Police Department. We are home to the NFL Cardinals, NHL Coyotes, Arizona Sting Professional Lacrosse Team and the Glendale Arena, one of the nations top venues for concerts.

                 The City of Glendale has a population of over 240,000 and a Police Department with an authorized staff of 395 Officers. We are growing fast and so can your career with the Glendale Police Department.

The Glendale Police Department is looking for Police Trainees/

Arizona Laterals/Out-of-State Laterals and Reserve Officer’s:

For more information check out our website: www.GlendalePoliceJobs.com

Salary Range:                                                                           

$42,132 - $62,248 annual salary.                                  
Shift differential pay is also available.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of graduation from the Arizona Law Enforcement Academy.

Special Requirements

• Must be in sound physical and mental health.
• Vision: Must have at least 20/80 vision, correctable to 20/20 contact lenses or glasses; or 20/200 vision, correctable to 20/20 with soft contacts.
• Hearing: Uncorrected hearing with no loss greater than 25 db in the 500, 1000, 2000, or 3000 hertz frequencies.
• Rotating shift work is required and applicants must have an Arizona Class D operator’s license at the time of appointment.
• Must meet the City of Glendale hiring guidelines on drug usage.
• Any involvement in felony related activity, identified in a thorough background investigation and polygraph examination is disqualifying.    

623-930-2677 / 623-930-COPS

Bait Car Arrest Nabs Two Female Car Thieves

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Two women were arrested Tuesday (8/19) when they stole one of the Glendale Police Department’s bait cars. Bait cars are equipped with audio and video equipment to document the actions of the car thieves. After driving the car a short distance, the two women were taken into custody by uniformed patrol officers.

On August 19th, detectives from the Glendale PD Auto Theft Unit deployed one of their bait cars near 48th Avenue and Bethany Home Road. At about 4:10 p.m. two women, later identified as Melissa Gerhardt (w/f 12/22/78) and Christina Alvarez (w/f 2/22/90) took the “bait.” Gerhardt got behind the wheel and the two women drove off. Police units had just gotten into position when the two parked the car in the 4600 block of west Palo Verde Drive. They were taken into custody without incident.

Both women stated they were pregnant, and Alvarez was taken to a local hospital as a precaution before being transported to jail. Due to prior criminal activity, Gerhardt will likely be prosecuted as a repeat offender.

Video from the bait car and booking photos are available upon request.

For tips on how to keep your car safe, check out: ^{http://www.glendaleaz.com/police/education.cfm#Tips.}

 Regional Media Workgroup for the Super Bowl
Holds Briefing for the Media.

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008, 11:00 A.M., 4th FLOOR – 9494 W. Maryland, Glendale, Arizona
MCEE Jennifer Liewer, City of Glendale Glendale AZ

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Sgt.Andy Hill the PIO for Phoenix Police Department and  having the honor of being the coordinator of the Regional Media Workgroup for the Super Bowl tells us: "The  workgroup, consisting of numerous federal, state, and local agencies from public safety, the military and civilian sectors, has been meeting most of the year to work with all facets of this event and the multitude of events surrounding the Super Bowl in the week before the game. "

"After many meetings and discussions, and due to the need to coordinate the release of information with the NFL and the Super Bowl Host Committee, we are planning to have 3 joint media press briefings.  The purpose of the briefings is to have the PIOs from all involved agencies available to answer media questions and to bring information to the public we serve."

Above: Sgt. Andy Hill the PIO for Phoenix Police Department

"For example, each jurisdiction that has a Super Bowl sanctioned or sponsored event is responsible for the PIO function for that particular event.  These briefings will be opportunities for you to ask questions about specific events, who will handle media requests at that event, parking, traffic, security, etc. "     

City of Glendale Police PIO Jim Toomey and Fire Department PIO Chuck Montgomery

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 See more photographs of this event in the archives>>>>

GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS  ASSIST HIGH SCHOOL  STUDENTS IN MASS CASUALTY EXERCISE   HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MASS CASUALTY AIRLINE CRASH EXERCISE. Over 30 Mountain Ridge High School drama students were in creative make-up and clothing and acted as mass casualty victims. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker. Dateline: Friday, January 11, 2008. 8:15 am Mountain Ridge High School football field. 22800 N. 67th Ave. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided an excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker....   Glendale Daily Planet. – Glendale Firefighters were on hand to offer assistance and instruction to over 140 Medical Science and Sports Medicine students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale as they perform triage, assessment and treatment to mass casualty victims in a mock plane crash exercise. Over 30 drama students were in creative make-up and clothing and acted as mass casualty victims. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker.  The medical science and sports medicine students were in groups and guided by firefighters while they perform their newly acquired medical skills. “Most of the students who are taking part in this exercise will seek careers in the medical profession and this is a great way to give them practical experience with the help of Glendale Firefighters,” said Science Teacher Sean Romero. “We commend Mountain Ridge High School for arranging this exercise for their students,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. "We are especially pleased with these high school students who took the time and initiative to learn these important life-saving skills,” Chief Burdick added. See entire large article in the Health/Hospital section archives> Click HERE>

 

 

Glendale Firefighter Paramedic Captain Scott Phillips shows us triage & assessment tag for in juried people in mock plane crash exercise staged with students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale Arizona

Glendale Arizona Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela, a spokesman for the Glendale Fire Department assists students at Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale as they perform triage, assessment and treatment to mass casualty victims in a mock plane crash exercise. Over 140 Medical Science,  Sports Medicine and Drama students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale Arizona participated in this simulated airline crash.

Shooting and Collision - Update

Arrest in Shooting from 4300 Rose Lane

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale police detectives have made an arrest in the case of a shooting that took place in the 4300 block of west Rose Lane Sunday afternoon (7/13). John Bacon (w/m, 7/30/70) was arrested at about 12:00 p.m. Tuesday (7/15) in the lobby of a hotel where he was staying.

At about 3:25 p.m. Sunday, callers reported that a truck had crashed into some palm trees on the northwest corner of 43rd Avenue and Rose Lane. Upon arrival, officers learned that the driver, James Traver (24 yrs, of Phoenix) had been shot prior to his truck crashing into the trees. Traver remains in critical condition at a local trauma center.

Investigators learned Traver was leaving a residence at 4309 W. Rose Lane. As Traver was driving away from the house John Bacon, for reasons that remain unknown, emerged from the house and fired a handgun several times at Traver, striking him once in the head. Traver then crashed into the trees.

Having learned that Bacon might be staying at the Premier Inn at 10402 N. Black Canyon Highway, detectives conducted a surveillance on the hotel and took Bacon into custody in the lobby when he came down to pay his bill. Bacon claimed to have a medical condition, and was taken to a local hospital. Upon his release, he will be booked on one count of Aggravated Assault.

Investigators still plan to do further investigation, and request that Bacon’s photo not be published at this time.

The motive for this crime is unknown.

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale police detectives are investigating the deaths of two adults whose bodies were discovered inside a mobile home earlier today. The bodies were badly decomposed, which complicates the investigation. Definitive answers about their identities and causes of death are dependent on laboratory work, which will take place at the Medical Examiner’s Office later in the coming week.

At 11:20 a.m. today (6/15), a neighbor called requesting a welfare check at 7154 N. 68th Drive. She stated the residents had not been seen for quite some time, and she noted a foul odor emanating from the mobile home. Responding officers found two deceased adult victims inside. The bodies were badly decomposed. They do appear to have suffered trauma, though an exact cause of death is still pending.

Investigators believe they know who the victims are, but this identification must be confirmed through medical means, and that process will take time. The investigators are not seeking any suspects at this time. “I know that everyone wants answers as quickly as possible,” said Sgt. Jim Toomey. “However, in cases like this, the answers may come more slowly than we would like. We need to have a great deal of laboratory work done in this case, and it will take time. It would be irresponsible for anyone to jump to any conclusions about this case.”

 

Suicide

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Detectives from the Glendale, Arizona police department are investigating the death of Glendaly Vigoreaux, a 44 year-old resident of Glendale. Although the case remains open, both the police department and the medical examiner have declared the death to be a suicide.

On Tuesday, July 15th, at 9:58 a.m., police officers responded to the home of Glendaly Vigoreaux and Paul Hacker, located at 5152 W. Frier Drive. Vigoreaux and Hacker are married, though Vigoreaux maintained her maiden name. Hacker told responding officers that he left home around 7:30 in the morning. When he returned home a short time later, he found Vigoreaux, lying on the floor, deceased. She had sustained a single bullet wound to the head. A .380 caliber semi-automatic handgun was located at the scene. Physical and forensic evidence is consistent with the wound being self-inflicted.

The Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s Office conducted an autopsy and has ruled the manner of death a suicide.

The reason for Vigoreaux’s suicide is unknown.

The police report number in this case is Glendale PD 08-77459

Double Murder Arrest - Update

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale police detectives have made an arrest in the case of a double murder that took place Tuesday night (7/15). Timothy Bland (b/m 4/21/85), of Phoenix was arrested this afternoon in Phoenix near 107th Avenue and Camelback Road.

Timothy Bland (b/m 4/21/85)

At about 11:15 p.m. Tuesday night, officers responded to numerous calls of shots fired in the 5000 block of North 58th Avenue. Upon arrival, they found two men, Jean Bukuru and Celestin Nzobonimpa sitting in a tan Dodge Durango. Both men had been shot multiple times, and both men later died of their injuries. At the time, a suspect was seen running away from the area.

Detectives learned that Bland and Bukuru had an ongoing personal conflict over a girl. They determined that Bland shot and killed Bukuru and Nzobonimpa and believe that jealousy was the motive.

Bland was located near 107th Avenue and Indian School Road on Thursday afternoon (7/17). He was arrested and booked two counts of 1st Degree Murder, a single count of Prohibited Possession of a Firearm and Parole Violation Warrant.

Children enjoyed  hand stamping a water safety pledge

(GFD) Glendale AZ) On Saturday, June 14, 2008 the Glendale Fire Department teamed up with Re/Max Preferred Choice, West Gate Center, The City of Glendale Parks and Recreation, US Coast Guard, American Red Cross and others to bring the “Let’s Get Wet” water education and training event to Glendale children and families.

Children enjoyed activities such as the Glendale Fire Department’s hand stamping water safety pledge and touring the fire truck. Families also had fun with water, including a dunk tank, water slides, and the fountain park at West Gate Center. Most importantly, children and families were reminded throughout the event about the importance of water safety.

The Glendale Fire Department continues to remind citizens to keep layers of protection around water. Nothing should ever replace eye to eye supervision of children around water. In addition, everyone should learn to swim; those who can’t swim should wear a life vest anytime they are near the water. Also, have self-closing, self-latching pool fences and doors. Finally, pool alarms and pool nets/covers also provide additional layers of protection.

The Glendale Fire Department is thankful for the support of the community in helping to get the water safety message out to the public. We are especially grateful to SRP Safety Connection for their sponsorship of our water safety programs this season.

SUV Drives Into Lake... Glendale Firefighters to the Rescue!

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale Firefighters responded to a small lake near 59th Avenue and the Loop 101 on Thursday, June 19th for a water rescue. The 9-11 call came in just after 10AM. According to the caller, someone driving a sport utility vehicle apparently drove into a small lake and no one was coming out of the water. Immediately a water rescue assignment was dispatched. Glendale Fire Engine 151 happened to be a quarter mile away from the incident as they were just about to return to their downtown Glendale station after completing water rescue training for the day.

Engine 151 and other fire crews arrived moments after the call was dispatched. Firefighters were greeted by two gentlemen who apparently jumped in the murky water to try and help the person who was in the vehicle. They could not make contact with anyone. Firefighters immediately dove in to the water and located the fully submerged vehicle within seconds. “There was zero visibility and once we found the vehicle we had to carefully feel around to find out how it was placed at the bottom of the lake,” said Glendale Fire Engineer Dave Green. Green and fellow Glendale Firefighter Michael Higgins were able to quickly reach the driver, an early 20’s female, and immediately brought the unconscious women to the edge of the lake where other firefighters were waiting to treat and transport her to Arrowhead hospital using advanced life support protocols. At last check, (Thursday, 06-20, 10:30am) she remains in extremely critical condition.

“We finished water rescue training and responded to this incident a few minutes later,” said Glendale Firefighter Michael Higgins. “We continue to train everyday because we really never know what call will come up next,” Higgins added.

“We commend the two gentlemen who tried to help this young lady,” said Glendale Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela. “That is the human side to all of us but it is important to remember the first thing anyone should do in case of an emergency is call 9-11,” Valenzuela continued. “Trained professionals are standing by 24 hours a day and are literally just minutes from anywhere in the City of Glendale and throughout the Valley,” Valenzuela added.

GLENDALE CHAPTER LOCAL 493 FIREFIGHTERS TAKING A PRO-ACTIVE APPROACH TO  POOL SAFETY WITH FREE POOL FENCES   GLENDALE, Ariz. – With pool season once again in sight Glendale Firefighters, with the help of the Valley of the Sun United Way, spent Saturday morning going door to door in a Glendale neighborhood that has been impacted by drowning incidents over the past several years. Firefighters and volunteers qualified families with unfenced pools to receive a free pool fence. Several others will have their pool fences repaired. The fences and repairs will be done at no cost to families thanks to the generosity of Valley of the Sun United Way and Iron Man Fence Company. Since 2000, 11 drowning incidents have been reported in the City of Glendale. Approximately half of those incidents occurred in the 85301 zip code. The 85301 neighborhood in which Saturday morning’s efforts were focused is from 61st to 65th Avenues and from Bethany Home Road to Missouri. “Drowning incidents are absolutely preventable,” said John Holland, Glendale Fire Captain and Chapter Vice President of Local 493. “Drowning incidents impact everyone involved from family members to the firefighters who respond to these emergencies,” Holland continued. “We appreciate the Valley of the Sun United Way and Iron Man Fence Company for their help in bringing this valuable service to the community,” said Captain Holland. In total, 30 families will either receive a new pool fence or have one repaired to meet certain standards. “It’s a good feeling to know that the chances of us responding to one of these homes for a drowning incident were decreased today,” said Glendale Firefighter and event co-chair Mark Herrmann. More water safety information can be found on the Glendale Fire Department website www.glendaleaz.com/fire For more information on the Valley of the Sun United Way Adopt a Pool Fence Program, please call 602 631-4800.

 

 

 

GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS RESPOND TO A 1ST ALARM FIRE IN GLENDALE MARCH 7

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale Firefighters responded to a strip mall near 67th Avenue and Cactus for a 1st alarm fire. Firefighters were notified of a potential fire when an alarm sounded in one of the businesses in the strip mall. That alarm company called 911 to have the property checked by firefighters. When firefighters arrived, they found no obvious smoke or flames in the area. Glendale Fire Captain Alford and his crew continued to check all of the businesses with the understanding that there may be a fire somewhere in the strip mall. When firefighters checked the MotoPhoto on the west end of the mall, they found smoke and found active fire inside the wall of the store. Glendale Engine 153 immediately called for more resources bringing a 1st alarm response. Firefighters made a quick and aggressive fire stop. Two of the businesses, MotoPhoto and Silver Q Billiards sustained damage. Glendale Fire Investigators narrowed the cause down to an electrical problem that may have started with the bathroom exhaust fan of the MotoPhoto. The damage estimate is $5,000. Two sprinklers were activated which kept the fire to a minimum in the attic space. The Glendale Fire Department promotes the use of sprinkler systems and smoke alarms. Safety information can be found on the Glendale Fire Department website www.glendaleaz.com/fire

 

GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT ANNOUNCES 2007 FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR GLENDALE, Ariz. –The Glendale Fire Department has named Assistant Fire Chief Jim Higgins as its Firefighter of the Year for 2007. The announcement came Friday, March 14th, during the Glendale Fire Department’s 21st Annual Awards Banquet. Assistant Chief Higgins, a twenty-eight year veteran, was nominated for his work and dedication towards the state of the art Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center. With much class, he gave thanks to his family, highlighted the actions of others who were also nominated for the award and encouraged everyone in the organization to continue to take care of each other. His humble acceptance of the award called for a standing ovation as he joined his wife off stage. Part of his nomination read, “The men and women of the Glendale Fire Department have all shared in the pride that is reflected in one of the most incredible training facilities in the state, if not the Country. No one will ever know how much of what is there today is the direct result of Jim Higgins refusing to compromise, refusing to accept less, and absolutely committed to representing what he cares for the most; not just the name of the Glendale Fire Department, but the people who represent it.” Congratulation Chief Higgins on the well deserved title of Glendale Fire Department’s 2007 Firefighter of the Year! Other awards given at the department’s 21st Annual Awards Banquet; Service Award: The Support Services/IT Support Division Service Award (Non-Sworn): Glendale Fire Department Cadets Volunteers Chief Don Heatwole Award: Deputy Chief Carl Austerman Fire Chief’s Award: Deputy Chief Darrell Johnston Community Service Award: Firefighter Jeremy Krossman Professional Service Award – EMS: Engineer Mike Patten Fire Pal of the Year Award: Robert Krayeski Crisis Response Volunteer of the Year Award: Billy Lucas Glendale Volunteer Fire Cadet of the Year Award: Paul Thomson and Tony Rivera Call of the Year Award: Engine 158- Captain Crystal Sorensen, Firefighter Kelly McInroy, Firefighter Miguel Sanchez, Firefighter Byron Ely Jr.
Firefighters from Germany and  Glendale Arizona meet.
Glendale’s first female firefighter, Valeri Eddings, 53 top, met one of Germany’s  firefighters, Julia Gauweiler, 23,  during her  tour of the  Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center 4/10/2008   Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08
	Front - Julia Gauweiler,  German Firefighter with her mother, Ulrike, visiting her older sister, Manuela and Jack Webb   (back) who live in Arizona. Training Division Chief Alex Morales took  the visitors on a tour of the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center (bottom Left) Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08
Training Division Chief Alex Morales took  the visitors on a tour of the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center. Julia Gauweiler holds a tank made from composite materials for lightness while Alex Morales demonstrates the  breathing mouthpiece. (Left)Manuela and Jack Webb, who Julia was visiting in Arizona, accompanied Julia on the tour. Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08    Germany’s  firefighter, Julia Gauweiler (23)  looks down from the  top story of the  training tower during her tour of  the  Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center as a student goes though the paces for  two instructors shown at right. Photos by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08
BI RELEASE             America ’s Most Wanted Arrested - In Glendale!  , age 32, of  Golden Valley , Minnesota . (From FBI Release) On April 20, 2008, the Phoenix FBI Fugitive Task Force and the Glendale Police Department arrested Robert Gaye without incident in Glendale , Arizona .  Gaye is wanted by Hennepin County in Minnesota for Criminal Sexual Conduct in the first degree related to the alleged sexual assault of a nine year old girl on May 2, 2006, in Golden Valley , Minnesota .  A federal criminal complaint was filed on February 4, 2008, in U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota, charging Robert Gaye with Unlawful Flight to Avoid Prosecution based on a local complaint filed on May 15, 2006, in Hennepin County District Court, Minneapolis , Minnesota .   Gaye was featured on America ’s Most Wanted, on Saturday, April 20, 2008, as one of “Fifty Fugitives from Fifty States.”  The FBI’s Minnesota Fugitive Task Force had previously developed information that Gaye may be in the Phoenix area and provided this information to the Phoenix FBI office.   The Phoenix FBI  Fugitive Task Force is comprised of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, the Mesa Police Department, the Scottsdale Police Department, and the FBI.  Gaye was booked into the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Jail on April 20, 2008, and is awaiting extradition back to Minnesota .    Phoenix FBI Special Agent in Charge stated, “This case exemplifies how effective law enforcement task forces work to apprehend individuals such as Gaye to bring them to justice.”
Everyone’s Child By: Lisa Kutis, M.ED. Community Relations Coordinator Glendale Fire Department   When the sirens wail and the news breaks that a child has drowned, everyone’s heart sinks…that child becomes everyone’s child. The temperature is climbing in the Valley of the Sun, and swim season is well underway. The Glendale Fire Department is striving to remind the public of the tragedy of drowning. We hear water safety messages over and over again. They are on the news almost daily, on billboards, and in brochures. Unfortunately, we sometimes grow complacent and tune them out. Glendale firefighters are asking for your help in avoiding complacency. We all need to remember that drowning is a leading cause of death and permanent brain injury to young children. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services and the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Central Arizona, there were 52 fatal drowning in Maricopa County in 2007, 14 of those were children. Tragically, the first fatal drowning of 2008 occurred on May 7, 2008 in Glendale. “Our hearts ache for the loss of this child and everyone impacted by this tragedy,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. “We must do everything we can to raise water safety awareness for the sake of our children,” Chief Burdick added. The Glendale Fire Department is working tirelessly to bring the water safety message to each and every household. Most importantly, have layers of protection! Start with eye to eye adult supervision. If a child can’t swim, he or she should be in a life vest whenever around water. Also, teach non-swimmers how to swim. The City of Glendale offers free and low cost swimming lessons thorough the Parks and Recreation department. Currently, educators with the Glendale Fire Department are striving to bring water safety programs into all Glendale Head Start programs, preschools, and daycare centers. We want to teach parents the importance of water safety and how to be wise around water. We want to teach the water safety rules to children as well. Glendale Fire Department personnel have visits scheduled to local libraries as well as community events throughout the next few months. Visit the Glendale Fire Department website for a listing of upcoming water safety events. Remember, when a child drowns, that child becomes everyone’s child.   GLENDALE CONDO FIRE FRIDAY, May 9, 2008 12:15PM 45TH Ave. McLellan, Glendale, AZ. Smoke Detectors Save Lives  -  $40,000 estimated damage     (GFD)  Firefighters say smoke alarms helped save an elderly couple on Friday, May 9th. At approximately 12:00 PM. the couple stated they heard a loud “boom” and a few seconds later, their smoke alarms sounded indicating there was a problem. They immediately got out of their home and neighbors called 9-11. Firefighters arrived to their home, near 45th Avenue and McLellen in Glendale, just three minutes after the call was made and found the family’s garage to their condominium fully involved in smoke and flames. Glendale and Phoenix Firefighters immediately engaged in an aggressively fought fire. The command officers and firefighters on the fire ground quickly implemented and carried out a well thought out strategy which saved much of the home and kept the fire from destroying nearby homes. At this time the cause of the fire is undetermined however, fire investigators say the estimated damages are $40,000. Smoke alarms did exactly what they were meant to do in this case. They sounded which alerted this couple to get out and that’s exactly what they did. They got out, neighbors called 9-11 and they stayed out. The Glendale Fire Department reminds everyone in the community to check your smoke alarms and practice your escape plans because you never know whey you’ll have to rely on them. 　 The Glendale Fire Department offers these tips from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA),  Install new batteries in all alarms once a year or when the alarm chirps to warn that the battery is dying.  Test units at least monthly. Test the units using the test button or an approved smoke substitute.  Clean the units, in accordance with the manufacturers' instructions.  Do not use an open-flame device for testing because of the danger the flame poses.  Smoke alarms should be placed outside each sleeping area and on each level of the home, including the basement.  In new homes, smoke alarms are required in all sleeping rooms, according to the National Fire Alarm Code.  Alarms should be mounted on the wall 4-12 inches from the ceiling; ceiling-mounted alarms should be positioned 4 inches away from the nearest wall. On a vaulted ceiling, be sure to mount the alarm at the highest point of the ceiling. 　 More Safety information can be found on the Glendale Fire Department Website, www.glendaleaz.com/fire or the National Fire Protection Association’s website, www.nfpa.org
FIVE NEW GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS GRADUATE FROM STATE OF THE ART FACILITY 　 (GFD) GLENDALE, AZ. – Five recruit firefighters from the Glendale Fire Department graduated from the training academy on May 10, 2008. The recruits have spent the past twelve weeks at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center preparing to become fire and rescue first responders. The training includes the most up to date tactics for firefighting and Emergency Medical Services. Glendale recruits Josh Gibson, Danny Senese, Gene Tracy, Travis Smith and Kyle McQuaid were part of a larger class of 25 recruits representing fire departments from Glendale, Goodyear and Surprise. Class 08-1, also known as the “Westside Knights” is the first class to graduate from the new Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center in 2008. The graduation ceremony took place on Saturday, May 10th at 10 a.m. at Crosspoint Christian Church located at 8600 West Glendale Avenue in Glendale.
GLENDALE PARK’S NEW LIGHTING SYSTEM PROVIDES SAFETY AND SAVES RESOURCES   　 GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale’s Hidden Meadows Park received much needed security lighting using a system not yet utilized in Glendale’s parks before—solar. In 1994 the Glendale Parks and Recreation Department developed Hidden Meadows Park, 76th and St. John avenues, as a community park with playground equipment and picnic tables and ramadas. At the time of construction, lighting was not included, but over the past several years city staff received requests from nearby residents for lighting to enhance activity visibility and help deter vandalism. In June 2007, park manager Eugene Kraus began investigating lighting options for the park. Kraus and deputy director Karen Hesser visited several local sites where solar lighting had been installed and a decision was made, supported by Councilmember Steven Frate, to try an alternative to the standard electric lighting. The alternative was to use a solar power lighting system. The solar system is not only energy conserving, but was also a substantial cost savings. The costs of establishing grid lighting with an electric meter and on-going monthly electric costs was estimated at over $100,000; while the cost for the entire solar system with installation was just less than $12,000. The park has four separate light systems. The two ramadas received a unit to provide light to the shelter areas and another system was installed along the walkway between the ramadas. The walkway system includes motion sensors that are active after 10 p.m. until dawn. If the lights are activated between those hours, anyone nearby can see someone is in the park. Another system was installed at both of the playground features. Park rangers and police can now see into the park during their evening patrols, and park users may use the park into the evening hours with the help of Arizona’s wonderful sunny days.
2008 Glendale Water Safety Day   at Rose Lane Pool, 5003 W Marlette Ave. Article under construction.  This event was sponsored by Glendale Fire Department, Glendale Parks and Recreation and Southwest Ambulance. At 1pm, Southwest Ambulance presented the Mayor with a check for $5,000 which will go towards free swim lessons. There was also Static Apparatus Display. Several partners with safety booths and  a  Glendale Fire Safety Clown.  Immediately following the check presentation, there was  a mock drowning scene which includes the patient being airlifted by HALO-151 to simulate transport to a local hospital. Since 2000, on average approximately 20 children have died each year due to drowning in Maricopa County. Photo by Bette Sharpe   Photo by Bette Sharpe  Photo by Ed Sharpe    As we all know these drowning calls affect the entire community and are absolutely preventable. We hope you will continue to join us as  we continue our efforts to raise water safety awareness.     Photo by Ed Sharpe   Photo by Bette Sharpe Photo by Bette Sharpe  Photo by Ed Sharpe       KKAT-IPTV / Glendale Daily Planet Reporter Ed Sharpe Clowns Around!" Photo by Bette Sharpe     Photo by Bette Sharpe     Media friends from Chan. 33 were there also! Photo by Ed Sharpe     Photo by Bette Sharpe
Car Thieves Are Taking the Bait!  Bait Car and Watch Your Car Programs Pay Dividends in Glendale GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Department’s Auto Theft Unit has been scoring successes lately with their use of several bait cars. Altogether, the unit has logged 18 bait car arrests in 2008, and 33 since June of 2007. Seven arrests occurred within a six day period. The Patrol Bureau also arrested two suspects as a direct result of the Watch Your Car program. Here are some of the recent highlights of the department’s auto theft activity: > May 17th, Watch Your Car traffic stop. Two arrests. > May 28th, bait car taken from 7500 W. Glenn Dr. Three arrests. > May 30th, bait car taken from 5900 W. Oregon Ave. One arrest. > May 31st, bait car taken from 5000 N. 55th Ave. One arrest. > June 2nd, bait car taken from 6800 W. Myrtle Ave. One arrest. > June 2nd, bait car taken from 6000 W. Keim Drive. One arrest. “Of course, we’re very pleased that the program is working so well and we have been able to make these arrests,” said auto theft Sgt. Brandon Blanco. “It was amazing to us and frankly, kind of shocking, that so many people would not hesitate to take someone else’s car,” he added. Glendale PD’s bait car program dates from 2004. The cars were provided by the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB) and State Farm Insurance Company. The costs of the program are primarily funded by the Arizona Automobile Theft Authority (AATA). The AATA also administers Arizona’s free, voluntary Watch Your Car decal program, which operates between 1 am - 5 am daily and authorizes law enforcement to stop vehicles during program hours to verify the rightful owner is driving. On May 17th, Glendale Police stopped a vehicle at 2:15 a.m. after the officer learned the vehicle was enrolled in the Watch Your Car program. The car had, in fact, been reported stolen a few days prior. The driver and passenger of the stolen vehicle were arrested. The vehicle was recovered and returned to the victim. “This Watch Your Car recovery is due to the diligence of the vehicle owner in wanting to protect their vehicle and the Glendale officer for making the stop and subsequent arrest,” stated Enrique Cantu, AATA Executive Director. The AATA and its statewide law enforcement partners encourage Arizona residents to take extra precautions to secure their vehicles through a “layered approach” to protection. The more layers on your vehicle, the tougher it is to steal. For more tips on how to keep your vehicle safe, check out: http://www.glendaleaz.com/police/education.cfm#Tips. To learn more about the Watch Your Car Program or to enroll on-line, visit www.azwatchyourcar.com.
Missing Elderly Man (See update below) GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Department is asking for help in locating an 89 year-old man who was last heard from at 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday (6/10). The man’s name is Walter John Jones. His photo is attached. It should be noted that there are no signs of foul play, but it is unusual for him to be out of touch for two days. Mr. Jones lives in the Glencroft Retirement Community near 67th Avenue and Butler Drive in Glendale. Walter left his residence unsecured, and left his wallet, ID, medications, and oxygen at home. He did take his vehicle and a debit card. “Walter is certainly entitled to take off for a couple days if he chooses to,” said Detective Mario Sanchez. “However, this behavior is out of character for him. Add to that the medications and oxygen left behind, and his family and friends are understandably anxious about his welfare,” Sanchez said. Walter is an 89 year-old white male. He is 5 foot 6 inches tall and weighs 170 pounds. He has gray hair and wears glasses. We do not know what clothing Walter may be wearing. He drives a white 2000 Oldsmobile Silhouette mini-van bearing Arizona license 297 XJA. The van has Marine Corps stickers on the rear. Anyone with information about Walter is asked to call the Glendale Police at 623-930-3000. Missing Man Returns Home   GLENDALE, Ariz. – The family of Walter Jones, who had been missing since Tuesday afternoon (6/10) is happy to report that at about 11:40 this morning (6/14), Walter drove back into the parking lot at the Glencroft Retirement Community. Walter was weak and a bit lethargic, but otherwise in good health. While police and the family are still investigating everything that occurred, early indications are that Walter decided on the spur of the moment to take a bus to Omaha, Nebraska, which was a frequent staging point during his time in the Marine Corps. He told his family he went to Omaha, rested for a while, and then caught a bus back to Phoenix. Obviously, the family is relieved to have him safely returned, and wishes to thank the media for their help in covering his disappearance. Walter has been removed from missing persons files and the various alerts have been cancelled.     GLENDALE FIRE DEPARTMENT PASSED ON LIFE SAVING SKILLS TO HOSPICE VOLUNTEERS AND RESIDENTS AT  GLENCROFT OF GLENDALE Photo:  Glendale AZ Firefighter/PIO Daniel Valenzuela demonstrates technique to a  resident.   GLENDALE, Ariz. – Approximately 80 Hospice of the Valley Volunteers and Glencroft of Glendale residents were the latest to receive training on the life saving technique, CCC or continuous chest compressions. The Glendale Fire Department was on-site at Glencroft, located at 67th Avenue and Butler Drive in Glendale, on Friday, March 28th and taught the latest CCC curriculum which includes; (1) proper use of the 9-11 system, (2) CCC, and (3) the use of the AED (automated external defibrillator). Though the curriculum is split in three parts, it highlights the importance of CCC. CCC has been a hot topic in many media stories locally and nationally as survival rates continue to increase.  “CCC-CPR has a documented higher survival rate in adults who suffer from cardiac arrest. Glendale Fire is doing as much as possible to train as many people as possible on the new method which focuses solely on chest compressions and not the mouth-to-mouth resuscitation associated with traditional CPR,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. “Also, typically people are more likely to get involved and help if they know it is as easy as 1) calling 9-11 and 2) simply do chest compressions until firefighters arrive,” Chief Burdick continued.                         With the help of Midwestern University, the Glendale Fire Department teaches a free CCC/CPR class to anyone interested in learning. The next class will be held at the state of the art Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center located at 11550 N. Glendale Avenue in Glendale. The two hour course begins at 7p.m. Walk-ins are welcome and seats can be reserved on the SHARE (Saving Hearts in Arizona Registry & Education) website, www.azshare.gov

The Glendale Fraternal Order of Police, Lodge 12  presents:     GLENDALE PEACE OFFICERS MEMORIAL DAY Mav 22nd. 2008
	Rob Hawkins,  President of the Glendale Lodge of the Fraternal Order of  Police welcomed the attendees: "Good morning and welcome to the Fraternal Order of Police's annual Police Officers Memorial Ceremony. I'd like to thank all of you for coming to join me as we show our support for those officers who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in performance of their duties."
City officials in attendance were:  Mayor Elaine Scruggs, Vice-Mayor Manny Martinez, Councilmember Joyce Clark, Councilmember Phil Lieberman, Councilmember Steve Frate, Councilmember David Goulet, Councilmember Yvonne Knaack and Mr. Ed Beasley, City Manager along with other members of the City management team. Invocation:  was given by Darlene Danniger,  Glendale Police Chaplain

The Glendale Police Department's Honor guard posts the colors.

Rob Hawkins, President of the Glendale Lodge of the Fraternal Order of Police shared with us:

While preparing to release an Amber Alert on this incident, the grandmother drove into the apartment complex in the 1992 Thunderbird with Nathaniel.

At this point the grandmother, Beverly Aldana, has been brought to the Glendale Police Department to be interviewed and hopefully shed some light on their whereabouts during the morning hours.

MISSING 3 YEAR OLD Nathaniel - Glendale AZ

　

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Department needs your help in locating missing 3 year old Nathaniel Young.

Nathaniel was last seen at 1:30a.m. today. His parents woke up at about 4:30a.m. and discovered the front door ajar and Nathaniel missing. Nathaniel’s grandmother, Beverly Aldana, who was staying at the apartment, was also gone.

After a search of the area by family members it was discovered that the family car was also missing. The car is a 1992 Blue Ford Thunderbird with Arizona license plate 480-XVZ.

The address of the missing 3 year old is 6738 North 45th Avenue. That address and the surrounding areas have been canvassed.

The grandmother is being called a person of interest at this point in the investigation.

Nathaniel is described as a Hispanic male under 3 feet tall and weighing 32 lbs. He has dark brown hair shaped in a “bowl cut”. It is unknown what he was last wearing. He does have ink marks on his chest from playing with a pen.

Beverly is described as a 45 year old Native American female, 5’1”, weighing 115 lbs. She has long dark hair with blonde highlights. It is unknown what she was last wearing.

Anyone with information on this incident or who knows the whereabouts of Nathaniel or Beverly is asking to call the Glendale Police Department at 623-930-3000.

UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE Missing 3 year old Nathaniel, has been located along with his grandmother.

While preparing to release an Amber Alert on this incident, the grandmother drove into the apartment complex in the 1992 Thunderbird with Nathaniel.

At this point the grandmother, Beverly Aldana, has been brought to the Glendale Police Department to be interviewed and hopefully shed some light on their whereabouts during the morning hours.

Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08 

Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08 

Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08 

Photo by Ed Sharpe - 4/10/08 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Glendale Firefighters responded to a strip mall near 67^th Avenue and Cactus for a 1st alarm fire. Firefighters were notified of a potential fire when an alarm sounded in one of the businesses in the strip mall. That alarm company called 911 to have the property checked by firefighters.

When firefighters arrived, they found no obvious smoke or flames in the area. Glendale Fire Captain Alford and his crew continued to check all of the businesses with the understanding that there may be a fire somewhere in the strip mall.

When firefighters checked the MotoPhoto on the west end of the mall, they found smoke and found active fire inside the wall of the store. Glendale Engine 153 immediately called for more resources bringing a 1st alarm response.

Firefighters made a quick and aggressive fire stop. Two of the businesses, MotoPhoto and Silver Q Billiards sustained damage.

Glendale Fire Investigators narrowed the cause down to an electrical problem that may have started with the bathroom exhaust fan of the MotoPhoto. The damage estimate is $5,000. Two sprinklers were activated which kept the fire to a minimum in the attic space.

 

UPDATE!!! GOOD NEWS!!!

March 11, 2008

Glendale Police were notified by Phoenix Police 3/11 that they have located Rose Fisher whom we reported as a missing adult Sunday evening (3/9). 
 
You may recall, the issue that arose between Rose and her son involved Rose living independently.  Rose made her whereabouts known to the Phoenix Police and stated she does not wish to live with her son.  According to Phoenix PD, Adult Protective Services is assisting Rose with making living arrangements. 
 
For those who asked, Rose's cat is also fine.

Missing and Endangered Elderly Woman

March 9, 2008

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Department is asking for help in locating a 72 year-old woman who has been missing since about 2:10 p.m. this afternoon (3/9). A photo of the woman is attached.

Rose Fisher lives with her son in the 6300 block of west Riviera Drive, in Glendale. Rose suffers from Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Rose struggles with the loss of her independence. This sometimes causes tension in the household. Today, Rose became very upset about wanting to live on her own. She argued with her son, and left the house, taking only a push cart and her cat.

Rose is a 72 year-old white female. She is 5 foot 5 inches tall and weighs 120 pounds. She has grey hair and hazel eyes. She does not drive. Rose was last seen wearing blue jean pants, a dark blue sleeveless top, and a pink visor. She was pushing a blue aluminum cart and has a white cat in her possession.

There is no evidence of foul play associated with Rose’s disappearance, but she is being treated as a missing and endangered adult. Anyone with information about Rose is asked to call the Glendale Police at 623-930-3000.

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If my heart stops I know what crew I want taking care of me!  

-Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

	Pic 1- firefighter Mike Young in front and Engineer Gary Ware.

    

Pic 2- engineer Jarrett White

GLENDALE, AZ. – Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick was featured in January’s issue of Fire Chief Magazine for the first of a two part article which highlighted the Glendale Fire Department’s role in a regional effort to assure fire suppression, prevention, emergency medical and special operations (hazardous materials and technical rescue) response planning during Super Bowl XLII. Part two of the article will be featured in the March issue of Fire Chief Magazine and will detail the execution of the overall plan and the lessons learned.

Fire Chief Magazine was established in 1956 and reaches more than 200,000 readers on a monthly basis. More information on Fire Chief Magazine can be found on their website, WWW.FIRECHIEF.COM

Mark Burdick began his career as a Glendale firefighter/paramedic in 1983, and rose through the ranks to become fire chief in 2002. He received his Chief Fire Officer Designation from the Center for Public Safety Excellence in 2007. More information on Chief Burdick and the Glendale Fire Department can be found on the fire department’s website, www.glendaleaz.com/fire .

                     The officers declared a pursuit and the suspects drove to 5400 W. Glenrosa Avenue, where three male suspects exited the Honda.  One suspect, who was armed with a handgun, was confronted by three Glendale officers.  All three officers fired rounds at the suspect.  The suspect was taken into custody, and does have a non-life-threatening bullet wound injury.  There is evidence, however, that suggests he may have been injured before his contact with the Glendale officers.  “It is certainly true that the officers fired at him,” said Glendale Police Sergeant Jim Toomey.  “However, we do not yet know if we actually hit him, or if he was shot by someone else before we encountered him.”  The other two suspects have not been located, nor identified.

Jackson,Joe

Odum, Vincent

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Four men were investigated for their involvement in the sale of counterfeit NFL merchandise on February 2nd. Two of the men were later involved in a shooting in a neighboring city. Investigators in the two cities do not yet know if the two incidents are related.

On Saturday, February 2nd, undercover officers from the Glendale Police Department contacted four men at a convenience store on the northwest corner of 99th and Glendale Avenues. The men were selling football jerseys from the back of a rented mini-van. The officers determined that the jerseys bore counterfeit marks of the intellectual property of the National Football League (NFL). The officers seized approximately 175 jerseys that were deemed to be counterfeit, which the men were selling for $100 apiece.

The officers gathered information on all the suspects and intend to submit a case to the Maricopa County Attorney seeking felony charges against the men for copyright infringement. The specific state statute is A.R.S. 44-1453 – Counterfeit Marks. The men were identified as:

Joe Jackson (b/m 12/17/1980) of Dallas, Texas

Vincent Odum (b/m 5/10/1973) of Dallas, Texas

Charles Whitaker (b/m 38 years) of Dallas, Texas

Reginald Cuington (b/m 43 years) of Rowan Oak, Texas

 

During the February 2nd contact, Jackson and Odum were found to be in possession of marijuana. They were arrested and booked for the drug charges only. As noted above, the Counterfeit Marks case will be submitted to the Maricopa County Attorney when it is complete.

In the early morning hours of February 4th, Whitaker and Cuington were involved in a shooting in the neighboring city of Peoria, Arizona. The Peoria Police Department is aware of the contact the men had with officers on February 2nd.

All inquiries regarding the shooting should be directed to the Peoria Police Department.

Missing Weapons from a stolen Maricopa County sheriff's detective's cruiser led to a SWAT  Team deployment in Glendale AZ

Glendale Daily Planet - Glendale AZ. Nov. 21, 2007 -- Glendale police  surrounded a West Valley home Wednesday north of Thunderbird Ave near 64th Ave.  Officers  arrested those who are suspects in an incident involving a  burglarized truck belonging to the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Four people were arrested.

A police tactical team, dressed in black and backed with an armored vehicle, surrounded the home in the 14000 block of North 64th Avenue,  Sgt.Toomey Police PIO said.

The marked sheriff's vehicle is assigned to a sheriff's deputy who lives near the area.

"If someone is brazen enough to steal items from a police officer, stuff out of a fully marked police vehicle, that's throwing caution to the wind," said Matt Barnett  Glendale Police Department Public Information Officer.

As officers were getting suited up in swat gear I glanced down and noticed an Anthony Holly EOW sticker on the back window of a car... Wondering what they might face in the house... I paused... I said a prayer....

The officer said he knew the home had a prior history with the  movement of stolen goods.

When he knocked on the door, a woman answered and the officer saw three men run out of the back of the house, police said.

Phoenix Police Helicopter 
Assisting Glendale

MEANWHILE ON OUR SIDE OF THE YELLOW TAPE...

      
Four suspects, three men and a woman, were taken into custody as police waited for the arrival of a warrant to search the home late Wednesday afternoon. The media waited to find the final outcome of the search and used the opportunity to do some live shots for the evening news

        

THE CHARGES FOR THE SUSPECTS.

The DR is 07-137250

Michael Goheen was charged with Knowingly Trafficking in Stolen Property and
Burglary. 

 Remson Castaneda was charged with Possession Stolen Property Class 4 felony.

Samuel Cabrera Hernandez was charged with Possession Narcotic Drugs for Sale and Possession Stolen Property Class 4 felony.

Getting ready to move in closer to the "Suspect House"

GLENDALE FIRE CAPTAIN RETIRES AFTER 33 YEARS OF SERVICE

GLENDALE, AZ. – After serving 33 years in public service with the Glendale Fire Department, Fire Captain Julio Arenas called it a “career” by celebrating his retirement on January 18, 2008. Glendale Fire Chief, Mark Burdick, along with many past and present Glendale Firefighters, family and friends, honored Captain Arenas at the City of Glendale Public Safety building located in downtown Glendale.

“I began my career 33 years ago under a great fire administration with then Fire Chief Gray Crabtree and I’m ending my career under a great fire administration with present Fire Chief Mark Burdick,” said Captain Arenas. “I’d like to thank both chiefs among many others but most of all I’d like to thank my wife, Lupe, of 41 years for everything she has done for me,” Captain Arenas added.

 

The Glendale Fire Department congratulates you, Captain Arenas, on your retirement, and thanks you for your professionalism, leadership, and most of all, your friendship.

GLENDALE FIRE ENGINEER RETIRES AFTER 33 YEARS OF SERVICE

GLENDALE, AZ. – Engineer Mike McClain’s career with the Glendale Fire Department has come to a pleasant conclusion after serving 33 years in public service with the Glendale Fire Department. The retirement celebration took place on January 23, 2008.

Glendale Fire Chief, Mark Burdick, along with many past and present Glendale Firefighters, family and friends, honored Engineer McClain at Fire Station 156 in North Glendale. Engineer McClain recalled that when he was about 20 years old and living in Sacramento, California, in a matter of two years, he got married, moved to the valley, was hired by the Glendale Fire Department and became a father. “I want to thank the Glendale Fire Department for being apart of my life throughout many changes and while I did so much growing,” said Engineer McClain. “I grew up in this department,” McClain added.

Members of Engineer McClain’s crew also shared some of his all time best fire house practical jokes while giving him retirement gifts.

The Glendale Fire Department congratulates you, Engineer McClain, on your retirement, and thanks you for your professionalism, leadership, and most of all, your friendship.

MAN MEETS BYSTANDERS WHO “SAVED MY LIFE”.

Photo: Left to Right
Mr. Sanford, Deputy Chief Chuck Montgomery, Andrew Rapps holding
certificate, Rebecca Zandarski holding certificate, Rosinda Mukai
holding certificate, Rosinda represented her husband Ed Mukai.

GLENDALE, AZ. – Jim Sanford had a chance to meet the bystanders and firefighters who responded at the local YMCA in Glendale while Mr. Sanford was having a heart attack. “I want to thank them,” said Sanford.

The incident occurred on January 25th. Jim Sanford, 69, was working out with exercise equipment when he collapsed and had a heart attack. 911 was called and three bystanders, Andrew Rapps, Ed Mukai and Rebecca Zandarski, jumped into action and performed CPR and applied a recently donated AED (Automatic External Defibrillator) to MR. Sanford. The special life saving equipment, recently donated to the YMCA by Southwest Ambulance, read Mr. Sanford insufficient heart rhythm and advised bystanders to deliver a “shock”. Firefighters arrived just four minutes after 911 was called and continued treatment while transporting Mr. Sandford to Thunderbird Hospital.

“Andrew Rapps, an off duty valley firefighter, Ed Mukai, an off duty valley police officer and Rebecca Zandarski, an employee of the YMCA, are heroes,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. “Their quick thinking saved Mr. Sanford’s life and their efforts should be recognized,” Chief Burdick continued.

CPR-CCC (continues chest compressions) is proven to considerably increase survivability of heart attack victims. The Glendale Fire Department offers free CPR-CCC monthly. The average number of those in attendance since November, 2007 is 125 people. The next class will be held on February 20th at the City of Glendale Council Chambers on 59th and Glendale Avenues. For more information on Glendale Fire’s free CPR-CCC class, please log on to www.glendaleshare.org

GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS  ASSIST HIGH SCHOOL 
STUDENTS IN MASS CASUALTY EXERCISE

 

Dateline: Friday, January 11, 2008. 8:15 am
Mountain Ridge High School football field. 22800 N. 67th Ave.

The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided an excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker....

 

Glendale Daily Planet. – Glendale Firefighters were on hand to offer assistance and instruction to over 140 Medical Science and Sports Medicine students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale as they perform triage, assessment and treatment to mass casualty victims in a mock plane crash exercise.

Over 30 drama students were in creative make-up and clothing and acted as mass casualty victims. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker.

 The medical science and sports medicine students were in groups and guided by firefighters while they perform their newly acquired medical skills.

“Most of the students who are taking part in this exercise will seek careers in the medical profession and this is a great way to give them practical experience with the help of Glendale Firefighters,” said Science Teacher Sean Romero.

“We commend Mountain Ridge High School for arranging this exercise for their students,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. "We are especially pleased with these high school students who took the time and initiative to learn these important life-saving skills,” Chief Burdick added.

 

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN MASS CASUALTY AIRLINE CRASH EXERCISE. Over 30 Mountain Ridge High School drama students were in creative make-up and clothing and acted as mass casualty victims. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker.

 

 

  

 

      

 

    

 

Glendale Firefighter Paramedic Captain Scott Phillips shows us triage & assessment tag for in juried people in mock plane crash exercise staged with students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale Arizona

 

HIGH SCHOOL  STUDENTS IN MASS CASUALTY AIRLINE CRASH EXERCISE. Over 30 Mountain Ridge High School drama students were in creative make-up and clothing and acted as mass casualty victims. The gnashing and wailing cries of the mourners that hovered over the  victims whose cries of pain and death rang out across the field provided excruciating symphony of reality to the onlooker.

 

 

Glendale Arizona Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela, a spokesman for the Glendale Fire Department assists students at Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale as they perform triage, assessment and treatment to mass casualty victims in a mock plane crash exercise. Over 140 Medical Science,  Sports Medicine and Drama students of Mountain Ridge High School in Glendale Arizona participated in this simulated airline crash.

   

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Staff	Native Air
Sean Romero, a medical-science teacher and

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 Regional Media Workgroup for the Super Bowl
Holds Briefing for the Media.

Tuesday, January 15th, 2008, 11:00 A.M., 4th FLOOR – 9494 W. Maryland, Glendale, Arizona
MCEE Jennifer Liewer, City of Glendale Glendale AZ

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Sgt.Andy Hill the PIO for Phoenix Police Department and  having the honor of being the coordinator of the Regional Media Workgroup for the Super Bowl tells us: "The  workgroup, consisting of numerous federal, state, and local agencies from public safety, the military and civilian sectors, has been meeting most of the year to work with all facets of this event and the multitude of events surrounding the Super Bowl in the week before the game. "

"After many meetings and discussions, and due to the need to coordinate the release of information with the NFL and the Super Bowl Host Committee, we are planning to have 3 joint media press briefings.  The purpose of the briefings is to have the PIOs from all involved agencies available to answer media questions and to bring information to the public we serve."

Above: Sgt. Andy Hill the PIO for Phoenix Police Department

"For example, each jurisdiction that has a Super Bowl sanctioned or sponsored event is responsible for the PIO function for that particular event.  These briefings will be opportunities for you to ask questions about specific events, who will handle media requests at that event, parking, traffic, security, etc. "     

City of Glendale Police PIO Jim Toomey and Fire Department PIO Chuck Montgomery

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GLENDALE POLICE D.A.R.E. TRUCK WINS BEST IN CLASS AT WORLD OF WHEELS

 

　

GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Department’s 2005 Chevrolet D.A.R.E. (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) pick-up won 1st place at the 39th annual World Of Wheels car show held at the University Of Phoenix Stadium this past weekend. (1/12-1/13)

The truck won best in class honors in the conservative pick-up, 1988 thru 2005 category.

The truck has been extensively customized by Lucky Luciano’s custom paint and AutoStyle Inc., two local businesses who donate their time and products to make the D.A.R.E. vehicles attractive to the kids.

The kids at school see the cool truck with all sorts of goodies including loud stereos, custom paint and wheels and even Sony Playstation video games with televisions in the bed of the truck. This brings the kids to the D.A.R.E. officer and starts up conversations. The kids then feel at ease and comfortable approaching the officer and greatly enhances the relationships between the police and students so they can talk about drug prevention and staying out of trouble.

The Glendale Police Department teaches the D.A.R.E. program to 5th and 6th graders in about a dozen schools the City of Glendale.

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D.A.R.E. Truck Additional Photos
Thanks to Elizabeth Jackman Glendale Star 

View of the D.A.R.E. Truck during the October Glendale Fire Prevention Parade.

   
Officer Mark Mabee shows off the cool D. A. R. E. truck with all sorts of goodies including loud stereos, custom paint and wheels and even Sony Playstation video games with televisions in the bed of the truck. This brings the kids to the D.A.R.E. officer and starts up conversations.

Fatal Collision 
55th Avenue and Bethany Home Road

GLENDALE, Ariz. – A woman was killed and her young daughter critically injured when the truck they were riding in crashed into a stone structure and a pole on the southwest corner of 55th Avenue and Bethany Home Road (12/18).

Just after 4:30 p.m. today, Elena Alicia Tapia-Quintana (37, of Glendale) was driving westbound on Bethany Home Road in a 1995 Chevrolet pickup truck.  As she came upon the intersection, she encountered a 1992 Pontiac already in her lane, and stopped for the red traffic signal.  Ms. Tapia-Quintana attempted to avoid a collision by moving to the left, but struck the Pontiac slightly before continuing across the intersection and striking a stone SRP irrigation structure and a pole on the southwest corner.  Ms. Tapia-Quintana was pronounced dead at the scene.  Her seven year-old daughter, Rosalinda Tapia-Chavez was also in the truck.  She was not ejected, as previously reported, but did fall from the truck as it came to rest.  Rosalinda sustained life-threatening injuries, and was taken to a local trauma center. 

The cause of this collision has not been determined.  There is no evidence of any impairment, nor of improper speed.  Investigators believe sun glare may have been a contributing factor.  Unfortunately, neither victim was wearing a seat belt.  “We simply cannot stress this enough,” said vehicular crimes Sgt. Joe Turitto.  “If you wear your seat belt, your odds of survival go up.  Way up.” 

The intersection was closed in all four directions 

Remember, buckle up, and slow down.

GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS GRADUATE FROM PARAMEDIC SCHOOL

 

GLENDALE, AZ. – Six Glendale Firefighters graduated from the Paradise Valley Community College (PVCC) Paramedic Program after completing a year long and 1,200 hours of training. Fire Captain Linda Rider, Fire Engineer Shelaine Bernal, along with firefighters Lindell Millar, Ed Mejia, Ruben Florez and Dan Shaw graduated on Tuesday, December 11, 2007 in the PVCC Performing Arts Building.

Paramedic training provides the necessary skills to stabilize a patient until an emergency room doctor treats them. The intensive schooling focused on: advanced cardiac life support, how to manage patients in traumatic situations, how to administer life saving drugs, human anatomy/physiology and the necessary skills to administer an I.V. and airway intubation.

The new paramedics will be assigned to work on one of the ten paramedic/engine companies that protect the city of Glendale. Glendale Fire Chief, Mark Burdick, Congratulates all on a job well done.

Glendale Firefighters conducted their “Sixth Annual Toy and Clothing Drive” in 2007. The toy drive takes place every year on two consecutive Saturdays in front of K-Mart located at 67th Avenue and Bell Road in Glendale. In past toy drives, firefighters have collected between $35,000 and $40,000 in new clothes, blankets and toys for families who need a little help during the Holidays. This year was no exception as several Glendale Firefighters and volunteers collected $38,000 in gifts.

“This event usually brings attention to the Glendale Fire Department but the truth is, those who gave deserve the credit,” said Battalion Chief Gary Benson, organizer of the annual event. “This has been a great way for many families to benefit on behalf of our community and we’re just happy to be a part of it,” Chief Benson added.

Well over 100 families and 1500 children will benefit from the generosity of those who came out to support the toy and clothing drive. The gifts will be given to various agencies for families and children. Among those agencies are; Foster Kids of Arizona, Glendale Elementary School District, Prendergast School District, Boys and Girls Club, Glendale Parks and Recreation Department, West Valley Child Crisis Center, and the Salvation Army. This was a great job by all who participated and gave this Holiday season.

    The Poster From The Toy Drive

Glendale Police Nab Number 1 Graffiti Suspect

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Officers from a Glendale Police Neighborhood Response Squad located and arrested their “most wanted” graffiti vandal yesterday. They arrested him for drug possession charges, but plan to submit 14 cases of Criminal Damage against him for the graffiti incidents.

For several weeks, Officers Randy Stewart and William Keeble have trying to identify a graffiti vandal who uses the tagging name “Scar.” He was the foremost subject depicted on the department’s Graffiti Busters website (www.glendaleaz.com/police/GraffitiBustersMostWanted.cfm). “Scar” is responsible for at least 14 cases of vandalism causing thousands of dollars of damage to block walls, poles, signs and other property throughout north Glendale.

Officer Keeble recently got information that “Scar” is actually Henry Almeter (w/m 2/9/88), a 19 year-old Glendale resident. On December 12th, Officer Keeble went to Almeter’s house in the 7300 block of W. Villa Hermosa Avenue to serve a search warrant. He found Almeter leaving the house and detained him. Almeter was found to be in possession of both marijuana and cocaine and was arrested for those crimes. Officer Keeble then served the search warrant and located numerous items of evidence which link Almeter to graffiti vandalism, along with more illegal drugs. Officer Keeble is submitting 14 different cases of Criminal Damage against Almeter to prosecutors, asking that criminal charges be filed. Almeter will also have to answer for the drugs found on his person and in his residence.

Anyone with information about a graffiti vandal can call the TAG (Together Against Graffiti) Hotline at 602-262-7327. Tips leading to an arrest can qualify for rewards of up to $250.00.

At approximately 5:00 PM on Monday, December 10, 2007, Firefighters were called out to a tri-level home that was on fire near 47th Avenue and Bethany Home Road in Glendale.

According to the homeowner, after coming home from work he smelled smoke and suspected something burning outside the home. When he looked in to the attic he discovered active fire and immediately instructed his family of 7 to get out. He then called 911. Firefighters responded within minutes and began a fire attack on the home which had extensive fire showing through the windows, doors and roof. Firefighters put the fire out and no injuries were reported by any occupants or firefighters.

Glendale Fire investigators believe an electrical malfunction was the cause of the blaze that left the family of 7 displaced. The damage estimate tallied $80,000. The Glendale Fire Department Crisis Response team worked with the family at the scene to help with any immediate needs such as food, clothing and shelter.

The Glendale Fire Department reminds the community of the importance of home escape plans and smoke detectors. According to the National Fire Protection Association you should plan regular fire drills to ensure that everyone knows exactly what to do when the smoke alarm sounds. Information on fire drills and smoke alarms can be found on the Glendale Fire Department website, www.glendaleaz.com/fire and the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) website, www.nfpa.org.

Unsafe smoking is believed to be
the cause of $30,000 in damages.

Brent Gowens Firefighter 
(Story and Photo Courtesy Glendale Fire Department)

On Thursday, November 29, 2007 at approximately 9:00 am, firefighters responded to a home on fire near 67th Avenue and Caribbean Lane in Glendale. When they arrived they found smoke and flames coming from what appeared to be the kitchen area. A search of the house was difficult due to heavy smoke but was successful.

No one was home other than the family pets, two dogs and a cat. The dogs were able to exit on their own. Firefighters found the cat unconscious and barely breathing. Firefighters were able to resuscitate the cat with the use of the “fido bag.” The Glendale Fire Department fido bag is a stand alone medical bag dedicated to treat dogs and cats at fire scenes.

Fire Investigators believe the source was a cigarette that was not properly disposed of in the kitchen. Fortunately no one was injured and the family pets are ok. Unfortunately the property damage estimate was $30,000.

This is the third fire in the city of Glendale that is believed to be due to unsafe smoking in less than six weeks. No injuries were reported in either of the three cases however the total damage estimates tallied over $100,000.

Glendale Fire Department urges those who smoke, to smoke outside and use proper disposal methods. Smoking safety tips and fire alarm safety tips can be found on the Glendale Fire Department’s website; www.glendaleaz.com/fire^.

 These photos were shot at dusk and really are  video frame pulls. 

PUBLIC SAFETY ASSETS FOR

SUPER BOWL XLII DISPLAYED

 Friday, January 25th, 2008 – 9:00 a.m - 91st and Orangewood

Numerous public safety agencies including Law Enforcement, Fire Services, and EMS on local, county, state, and Federal levels.

The members of the media has a fantastic photo opportunity of assets being deployed in support of Super Bowl XLII and the availability of subject matter experts to discuss aspects of those assets.

Super Bowl XLII involves numerous events and activities taking place in several different jurisdictions in the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.  An unprecedented coalition of public safety agencies has been created to ensure the safety of the visitors, spectators and participants in the various events.  This display is an opportunity to view some of the many assets being used to help achieve the coalition’s goal of a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.  

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GLENDALE POLICE VOLUNTEER RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL SERVICE AWARD

Mr. George Tagg  is presented the award by  Glendale Police Chief Steven Conrad

 

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Mr. George Tagg, a 12 year volunteer with the Glendale Police Department, recently received the Presidential Volunteer Service Award, for his dedication and commitment to the police department and citizens of Glendale. George, who is in his 80’s, mainly works in the communications division but has also volunteered in the property and identification divisions.

The President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation created the Presidents Volunteer Service Award Program as a way to honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in volunteer service.

George has logged in over 800 hours this year alone and has donated well over 10,000 hours over the past 12 years.

NEW TRAINING FACILITY FOR FIRE AND POLICE
CELEBRATED IN THE WEST VALLEY

Photos by Ed Sharpe

(more text, photos and the movie of the whole thing in the works!)

GLENDALE, Ariz. - The West Valley now has a much-needed regional training center for police officers and fire fighters. The facility, which is the first of its kind in the area, is currently hosting its first class of fire fighter recruits. A ribbon-cutting earlier today marked the official opening of the center.

Officials from Avondale, Glendale, Surprise, Peoria and the Maricopa County Community College District were on-hand for the ceremony and praised the facility and its valuable role in the West Valley.

      
driving track, five-story fire training tower, special operations tools, railroad props and other amenities.

Currently, Valley fire departments operate on an automatic aid system, which means that cities can be called to respond to emergencies anywhere in the Valley. Training at the same site is just one of the many benefits this partnership brings to residents of the area.

As growth in the West Valley continues to explode, this multi-agency partnership will produce highly skilled public safety personnel for years to come.

   
(L) Overall picture of training buildings for fire practice.  (R) Barbara Garland and Councilperson Joyce Clark.

Barbara Garland and Councilperson Phil Lieberman   (Right) Lieut. Harold Brady and assorted participants

Glendale AZ PD Sgt. Jim Toomey and  Media

Lotsa Moola!

Glendale AZ PD 
Officer Matt Barnett and  Sgt. Jim Toomey 

Glendale AZ PD  Sgt. Jim Toomey and  Media. Turn-out for this press briefing was excellent!

Glendale AZ PD  recovered this cache of weapons. They will not be used on the street against innocent people and officers any longer.

Glendale AZ PD   Sgt. Jim Toomey in front of Marijuana totaling over 1500 pounds, with a street value of about $750,000.

GLENDALE, Ariz. – Four Glendale Firefighters have completed specialized training to become Technical Rescue Technicians. The new members of the fire department’s Technical Rescue Team received their certifications on Friday November 16th at 1 p.m. at the Phoenix Fire Training Academy Special Operations Facility at 2450 S. 22nd Ave.

The team members are:

Engineer/Paramedic Damon Fiori

Firefighter Brent Healey

Firefighter/Paramedic Josh Brayer

Firefighter Billy Campbell

The team spent five weeks of training that included 200 hours of classroom and field experience. All four are now trained in rope rescue, tree rescue, structural collapse, trench rescue, confined space rescue and swift water rescue.

Each year there are dozens of technical rescue responses in Glendale and the surrounding region. The Technical Rescue Team could be utilized to assist with incidents involving stranded hikers; victims stuck in an overflowing wash or a canal; or victims trapped in a collapsed building.

The new team will enhance both the Glendale Fire Department and West Valley response for search and rescue incidents. Congratulation to Damon, Brent, Josh and Billy on a job well done!

GOOD SAMARITANS ASSIST NEIGHBOR AND PETS DURING HOUSE FIRE

By Glendale Fire Department

<Tuesday September 11, 2007>   Firefighters were called out Tuesday afternoon for a reported house fire near 47^th Avenue and Bethany Home Road in Glendale. Fire engines arrived just a few minutes after 9-1-1 was called. Firefighters noticed flames and heavy black smoke coming from the roof of the single story home as soon as they turned the corner and approached the house. Firefighters immediately entered the home with hose lines and performed aggressive but safe search and rescue tactics while locating the fire and putting it out.

Prior to the arrival of firefighters, a neighbor and a passer-by saw smoke coming from the roof of the house and entered the front door and noticed the resident lying just a few feet inside the home. They brought the man to his feet and helped him safely exit the home. Several dogs and cats also made it out safely. “I know any of my neighbors would have done the same for me,” said neighbor Danny Borgstadt. “We have pets and I hope someone would do the same for my family,” said passer-by Angela Hosman. “What Mr. Borgstadt and Ms. Hosman did truly was heroic,” said Glendale Firefighter Daniel Valenzuela. “They truly are good Samaritans in every sense of the definition,” Valenzuela added. “It is extremely dangerous to enter a home that is on fire. Their actions contributed to the home owner and his pets making it out safely, Valenzuela said. “The Glendale Fire Department reminds the community; in a situation involving fire please get out, stay out and call 9-1-1. Firefighters will be there in just a few minutes,” Valenzuela said.

Fire Investigators believe this was an accidental cooking fire. The estimated damage figure is $75,000. Following these cooking fire safety tips from the U.S. Fire Administration will add to the safety of your home and your family;

·        Never leave cooking unattended. A serious fire can start in just seconds.

·        Always wear short or tight-fighting sleeves when you cook.

·        Keep towels, pot holders and curtains away from flames.

·        Never use the range or oven to heat your home. Double-check the kitchen before you go to bed or leave the house.

GLENDALE HOSTED GAIN KICKOFF NIGHT 

    

Joe Zak, Sanitation Inspector, Field Operations.	Sue Berntsen, City of Glendale  Visitor Center Volunteer.	Joanne Toms, City of Glendale Water  Conservation Office.

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GLENDALE, Ariz. – The Glendale Police Departments Community Action teams hosted the annual G.A.I.N. (Getting Arizona Involved in Neighborhoods) Kickoff and Information Fair on Wednesday, September 12, 2007, at Murphy Park in downtown Glendale. The hours were from 6:30p.m. until 9:00p.m.

Here are some  shots taken during booth setup and below when things started filling up. As the night went on more and more people attended.

CITIZENS' POLICE ACADEMY ALUMNI
OF GLENDALE (CPAAG)  
Jerry Berntsen and Nikki Colleti

This event will provided residents with a tremendous opportunity to meet neighborhood leaders and discuss the many services and programs available to them.

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1st Alarm Fire Johnny Rockets, Westgate

 9360 W. Hanna, Glendale AZ.

6:45 PM, 08/20/2007

(Glendale AZ) At approximately 6:45P.M.on Monday, August 20^th, Firefighters were called out for a first-alarm fire at Johnny Rockets at Westgate. When firefighters arrived they found lots of smoke and fire on the roof of the building. Also noticed was fire on the 80 foot sign resting on top of the restaurant.

Firefighters immediately began an aggressive but safe fire attack to keep this fire from spreading to other structures connected to and close by Johnny Rockets. At the time the fire started, there were six employees working and approximately 10 customers having dinner when someone from outside walked in and informed everyone the restaurant was on fire. At that point everyone was safely evacuated and 9-1-1 was called. Firefighters arrived just a few minutes later.

Glendale Fire Command officers implemented an aggressive fire attack plan which was carried out by approximately 50 firefighters from Glendale, Peoria, Avondale, and Phoenix and kept the fire contained to the Johnny Rockets restaurant. The fire was brought under control in 26 minutes. Unfortunately the fire wasn’t put out before approximately $500,000 in damages was done.

Glendale Fire Investigators feel at this time there are no indications of arson. No ignition source was identified. This fire started on the restaurant roof under a large bill board. While Johnny Rocket’s will be closed for a while the remainder of Westgate is very much be open to the public.

(Photos courtesy Glendale Fire Department Glendale Arizona

GLENDALE FIREFIGHTERS GATHERED TO REMEMBER FIRST RESPONDERS LOST TO 9-11

Photos By Ed Sharpe Glendale Daily Planet

GLENDALE, AZ. – Nearly six years ago to the date, Glendale Firefighters came together to remember the first responders and citizens who lost their lives due to terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001. “We’ll gather to honor 343 firefighters, several police officers, port authority workers and EMS workers who answered the call the morning of 9-11 and put themselves between danger and total strangers. They gave the ultimate sacrifice in what we now know as the largest rescue in the Nation’s history,” said Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick. “We not only mourn the first responders who lost their lives but the citizens who lost their lives as well,” added Chief Burdick.

The event took place at 3:30 PM, on Monday, September 10, 2007 at the Renaissance Glendale Hotel and Spa located at 9495 W. Coyotes Boulevard (Westgate) in Glendale.

This event also gave all of us the  opportunity to acknowledge our first responders who work everyday to serve and protect our communities. speakers included Glendale Mayor Elaine Scruggs, Glendale Fire Chief Mark Burdick and Glendale Police Chief Steven Conrad. See The  One Hour (Aprox) Movie HERE  

 

Photo: Glendale Fire Department Chaplain Raul Ochoa By Elizabeth Jackman courtesy Glendale Star

 

 

TWO ARRESTED IN GLENDALE FOR GRAFFITI

1. Herrera,Javier Miguel DOB: 06/12/82, ARS: 13-1503.A & 13-1602.A.1

 

2. Martinez,Paul Abraham  DOB: 07/17/86, ARS: 13-1503.A , 13-2402.A.2 , 13-1602.A.2 & 13-1602.A.1

GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Monday at about 2:00a.m., Glendale Police Department officers apprehended two suspects who tried to run after being caught “tagging” the wall between Shabangs’s Restaurant and Bally Total Fitness at 5720 W. Peoria Avenue.

The suspects not only spray painted 250 feet of wall on the outside of the businesses but also “tagged” the interior of Shabangs’s while they were inside drinking.

A witness was able to identify the suspects and evidence was also found at the scene linking them to the crime. Both had a history for graffiti.

Anyone who witnesses “tagging” or has information regarding individuals who do graffiti please call the Glendale Police Department at 623-930-3000.

GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY PRESENTS
 DUI VAN TO GLENDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT

Tuesday October 17th at 10 a.m.

Most photos get larger when you click on them!

 
 
 Officials from the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety  presented the Glendale Police Department with their new DUI processing van at 10 am Tuesday morning. This ceremony took place at 6261 N. 83rd Avenue, at the Glendale Police Gateway Substation.

 
The DUI van is funded by a grant from the Governor’s Office of   Highway Safety. It will be used by the Glendale Police along with  Arizona DUI Task Forces to target DUI, speed, aggressive driving  and seat belt violations. The state-of- the-art mobile, “one-stop” processing center will improve efficiency and safety at the same time. It will also allow for a whole new level of involvement in Holiday DUI campaigns and checkpoints, community events and educational programs. 

 
Glendale Motor Officers were on hand to showcase the DUI van,  provide interior tours and equipment demonstrations. 

Glendale Daily Planet /KKAT-IPTV Reporter Ed Sharpe was treated to an in-depth tour of this mobile facility by Officer Wiechmann and the film resulting is in the editing stages .

Officer Wiechmann appears as the Glendale spokesperson in the  upcoming film on the DUI van and is in the still photographs here.

SPEED ENFORCEMENT CAMPAIGN RESULTS IN 195 SPEED CITATIONS

         GLENDALE, Ariz. – On Tuesday, June 5th, 2007 the Glendale Police Motors Unit along with Patrol Officers, Traffic Enforcement Officers and Neighborhood Response Squad Officers conducted a very successful Speed Enforcement Campaign in the City of Glendale.

         The campaign consisted of three separate Speed Enforcement campaign details at three different locations in the city that day from the hours of 6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

         Over 218 total contacts were made and 195 speed citations were issued.  Of the 195 citations, 150 were civil speed cites and 45 were criminal speed cites (in excess of 20 miles over the posted speed limit).  There were also several arrests made and many warnings given for speeding and seat belt violations.

         Listed below are the times, locations and results from each separate effort:

0600-0900 hrs - on Camelback RD from 43rd Ave to Loop 101

Civil speed cites                 56

Criminal speed cites          12  (74 mph highest speed obtained)

Non-Hazardous cites          70

Warnings                           6

Contacts                            69

Seat belts                          11

Arrests                               3  (1-warrant and 1-criminal speed)

1100-1400 hrs - on Glendale Ave from 67th Ave to Litchfield RD

Civil speed cites                33

Criminal speed cites           7  (67 mph highest speed obtained)

Non-Hazardous cites          23

Warnings                           6

Contacts                           46

Seat belts                          5

Arrests                              2  (1-drugs and 1 warrant )

1600-1900 hrs - on Grand Ave from 43rd Ave to 71st Ave

Civil speed cites                61

Criminal speed cites          26  (95 mph highest speed obtained)

Non-Hazardous cites         38

Warnings                         16

Contacts                          103

Seat belt                           1

Arrests                             2

Total combined results from all three campaigns

Civil speed cites                150

Criminal speed cites          45

Non-Hazard cites              131

Warnings                          28

Contacts                           218

Seat belts                         17

Arrests                             7

         Speed Enforcement Campaigns will continue on a regular basis at various locations throughout the City of Glendale.  Traffic Safety is just one of six key strategies identified to help us reduce crime and improve safety.  For more information about the Glendale Police Department’s Strategies for a Safer City visit the Police page on www.glendaleaz.com .

 GLENDALE DAILY PLANET ON THE SCENE!

Ed Sharpe - Journalist - Videographer
Glendale Daily Planet / KKAT-IPTV
May 17, 2007

Yes, we were the first ground crew on the 
scene and here is what we found...

The roof of Landmark Middle School at 57 Drive and Myrtle  was the final ending scene in a chase of a car thief/purse snatcher!

Landmark Middle School was the location of the final  apprehension of suspect Joseph Morales			The helicopter in the sky the alerted journalist Ed Sharpe to the activity at the school.
K-9 Officer Brian Anderson and Reno	Officers assist  suspect Joseph Morales off the Landmark School Awning.	Fire Department personnel check suspect to make sure he is fit top transport to police headquarters.	Left is Officer Paul Ulrich, the middle - K-9 Officer Brian Anderson and right-  Officer  Anthony Cano

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K-9 Officer Brian Anderson, suspect Joseph Morales	K-9 Officer Brian Anderson, suspect Joseph Morales and Anthony Cano	Placing suspect Joseph Morales into the Police Vehicle to head  to the station.	Suspect name is Joseph Morales 2/4/75

Patrol officers responded to the listed address in reference to a suspicious person call that came in at 16:10.  Information was received that the subject matched the description of a subject that had been involved in a purse snatch, stolen vehicle, and residential burglary on 5/16/2007.  The suspect  Joseph Morales 2/4/75  fled the area prior to police arrival but several calls reported that the subject was seen running eastbound through the neighborhoods in the area of 5800 W. Myrtle.  A perimeter was established and K9 responded to assist with a track.  The subject was seen running northbound out of the perimeter into Landmark School property.  The subject was again surrounded and was seen climbing onto the rooftop of the school.  Officers were able to contain the subject to top of a metal awning in the center of the school area near Building D.  Numerous commands were given to the subject to voluntarily come down but he refused and again attempted to climb on to the rooftop of an adjacent building.  Officers were able to get on top on the awning, and after a short struggle the subject was taken into custody without further incident. The subject was found to have numerous outstanding felony charges, Glendale misdemeanor warrants, and parole violations. The subject was booked on twelve additional charges as a result of his actions on this date.   

We were joined by Gannon Hubler Chief Photojournalist for KPHO TV and Matt Barnett PIO for the Glendale Police Department who filled us in on the details.

1 - Gannon Hubler and Matt Barnett                            2 and 3 - Gannon Hubler

GLENDALE POLICE DETECTIVES SOLVE 
26 YEAR OLD MURDER MYSTERY

Glendale Police Department News Flash

Police - Cold Case Information
Frances Sawyer – Case number 81-34381
Update: Arrest made, pending trial | see below for information On August 31, 1981, forty-five year old Frances Sawyer left her home to go to work at a local realtor.  Frances's husband Ray reported he spoke to her while she was at work that day and she mentioned stopping to shop on her way home.  Frances left her work site at approximately 5:00 PM that day telling co-workers she was going straight home because she was tired.  Glendale Patrol Officers responded to a call of a body lying on the side of the roadway at 51 Ave and Phelps Rd at approximately 9:30 PM.  The body of Frances Sawyer was found lying on the side of the road in the area, the obvious victim of a homicide.  Frances's car was later recovered approximately two miles away at 38 Ave and Bell Rd in the City of Phoenix. Frances's personal belongings were found untouched inside of the vehicle.
Frances and Ray Sawyer had only recently moved to the City of Glendale from the Southern California area in order to get a fresh start in life.  At this time there is no known motive or suspect in the death of Frances. Please complete the form below to submit a tip online.          Glendale Police Department News Flash

         GLENDALE, Ariz. 4/4/07– On August 31, 1981, Glendale Police Officers and Detectives went to 5200 W. Phelps where an adult female had been found. The female was a victim of an obvious homicide.

    The victim, Frances Sawyer, originally appeared to have been sexually assaulted and had been strangled to death. According to her husband, Raymond Sawyer, she was on her way to Metrocenter Mall. That lead as well as others were pursued, but the case remained unsolved.

    The case was reviewed periodically through the years but nothing new came up. Glendale Police Department “Cold Case” Detective, Roger Geisler, traveled to Arvada, Colorado to re-contact the victim’s husband in an attempt to develop new leads. During the interview, Raymond Sawyer, the victim’s husband at that time, broke down and confessed revealing details he had never revealed before that only the murderer would have known.

    On April 2, 2007, the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office filed first degree murder charges against Raymond Sawyer and he was subsequently arrested by Arvada, Colorado investigators.

Food City 4335 W Glendale Ave

The suspect got into the a/c vent at about 10PM 3/26 and was stuck there. Workers came into the store to open up on 3/27 and saw what they said was a finger in a blue glove. They called the Glendale Police Department. When police arrived the suspect was unresponsive. Police called the Glendale Fire Department who responded and with a ladder truck, got into the room, moved the a/c duct work and put down a ladder for him to get out with.  (approx 16 ft)  Police state he was intoxicated fell on his face and passed out while attempting a burglary.

MOVIE FOOTAGE BEING EDITED!

HIT AND RUN VICTIM THANKS FIREFIGHTERS AND HOSPITAL STAFF WHO SAVED HER LIFE