LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 2014 Annual Report
Lynn Police Department 300 Washington Street Lynn, MA 01902
www.lynnpolice.org
Report prepared by: Lieutenant Rick Donnelly Assisted by UMass Boston Student Intern: Christina McKenzie Table of Contents Chief’s Message…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….A Department Core Values……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….1 Department Personnel…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..2 Organizational Chart………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………5 Department Administration & Mission Statement ……………………………………………………………………….6 Chief of Police Kevin F. Coppinger………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Deputy Chief of Police Leonard E. Desmarais…………………………………………………………………………………8 Deputy Chief of Police Michael A. Mageary……………………………………………………………………………………9 Confidential Assistant…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10 Personnel Transitions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..11 Retirement of Active Personnel……………………………………………………………………………………………………12 Lynn Police Newly Sworn Officers…………………………………………………………………………………………………15 Promotion of Department Personnel……………………………………………………………………………………………16 Lynn Police Torch Run……….………………………………………………………………………………………………………..20 Peace Officers Memorial Day………………………………………………………………………………………………………21 Memorial Day Parade………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….22 Thanksgiving Day Food Drive………………………………………………………………………………………………………24 Children’s Christmas Party…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..25 Medal of Honor Recipient…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….26 Medal of Valor Recipients…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….27 2013 Officer Commendations………………………………………………………………………………………………………28 2013 Officer of the Month……………………………………………………………………………………………………………44 George Hanna Award for Bravery…………………………………………………………………………………………………67 Noteworthy Moments …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………69 A. Police Memorial…………………………………………………………………………………………………………69 B. Halloween at the Station……………………………………………………………………………………………70 C. New York City Shooting………………………………………………………………………………………………70 D. Student Government Day…………………………………………………………………………………………..71 E. Ride to Remember……………………………………………………………………………………………………..72 Crime Trends and Statistics………………………………………………………………………………………………………….73 Patrol Division………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………80 Traffic Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..86 Behavioral Health Unit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………90 Criminal Investigation Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………..91 Identification Unit ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….95 Special Investigations Unit……………………………………………………………………………………………………………96 Lynn Drug Task Force………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….100 Domestic Violence Unit ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..101 Youth Services Unit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….103 Juvenile Unit………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………104 Gang Unit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..104 Lynn Public School Security and Emergency Planning Officer……………………………………………105 School Resource Officers…………………………………………………………………………………………………..106 Student Police Academy……………………………………………………………………………………………………107 Teen Drop in Center………………………………………………………………………………………………………….107 Staff Functions……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………109 Administrative Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….111 Intelligence Unit…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….112 Keeper of the Records……………………………………………………………………………………………………113 Records Civilian Support Staff………………………………………………………………………………………..114 Professional Standards Division………………………………………………………………………………………………….115 Support Services Division……………………………………………………………………………………………………………119 Detention Attendants…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………122 Lynn Police use of Social Media………………………………………………………………………………………………….123 Department E-mail Addresses…………………………………………………………………………………………………….124 Chief's Message
On behalf of the men and women of the Lynn Police Department, it is my pleasure to present to you our Annual Report for 2014. Lynn is a great city with many wonderful people originating from a variety of backgrounds and cultures. It is an honor for me to be Chief of a very hard working and dedicated department that is committed to serving and protecting all our residents and visitors alike.
2014 was a year with mixed results. First, the good news. Crime continues to drop as evident in a 5% reduction in the 2014 Part I Crimes. Most of the major crimes, including Rape, Robbery, Assault, Burglary, Motor Vehicle Larceny, and Larceny dropped. The only other Part I Crime, Murder, saw a 0% change.
The discouraging point of 2014 is that the opiate overdose epidemic continues in our area of the country. 35 individuals passed away locally from suspected heroin overdoses last year, an 84% spike over 2013. We are continuing our efforts on many fronts in this battle including the recent formation of a non-sworn staffed Behavioral Health Unit which is embedded here in our facility and tasked with outreach to victims of substance abuse and mental illness. The goal of the BHU is to get the individuals the treatment they need and to defer them outside the Criminal Justice System as best we can. You can read more about this important addition to our operations in the pages that follow.
I encourage you to take your time as you go through this Annual Report to get a better understanding of how your police department operates and how your tax dollars are spent. Our goal is to provide the best level of public safety possible for all people living, working, or visiting Lynn. This Annual Report, along with our website at www.lynnpolice.org, was designed to allow the community to take a look inside our department to see what we’re doing to make Lynn a safer city.
We also value your input and welcome any comments. On the website, you will find a variety of e-mail addresses for many of our officers and units. Please feel free to contact us with any concerns or questions you may have.
Thank you for your interest in the Lynn Police Department.
Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police [email protected]
A Core Values
NTEGRITY- Is the most important core value because it goes to the character of each officer. It has been said, “If you have integrity, then nothing else matters. And if you don’t have integrity, then nothing else matters.” Integrity really boils down to doing what is right, not because someone else is expecting you to do it or someone is watching. This is I something you expect not only of others, but of yourself. Integrity encompasses many other aspects of character including honesty and truthfulness.
OMMUNITY SERVICE – Includes making a positive difference in the lives of others. It is the reason why most officers come on the job, and why most of them C stay.
CCOUNTABILITY – Includes the understanding that, as police officers, we must always strive to use the tremendous authority granted to us in accordance with the law and our best judgment under the circumstances present. Accountability further assumes that when we do make mistakes, as all human beings will, we will admit to Athem and, hopefully, learn from them. It includes not only holding ourselves accountable but when necessary, being willing to hold other officers accountable as well.
ESPECT – Includes respect for each other, both up and down the chain of command, and respect for the public we serve regardless of their station in life. RRespect is treating people how we would like to be treated in similar circumstances.
1 Department Personnel
Chief Kevin F. Coppinger Deputy Chief Leonard E. Desmarais Deputy Chief Michael A. Mageary
Captain Edward Blake Sergeant Edward Shinnick Captain William Borders Sergeant Lawrence Wentzell Captain Mark O’Toole Sergeant Henry Wojewodzic Captain Christopher Reddy Captain Michael Vail Officer Ashley Affonco Officer Peter Alexander Lieutenant David Brown Officer Jennifer Almonte Lieutenant Vernon Coleman Officer Kelly Aylward Lieutenant Lucas Dean Officer Nikolay Bashko Lieutenant Richard Donnelly Officer Andrew Beaver Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan Officer John Bernard Lieutenant James Flynn Officer Gregory Brotherton Lieutenant Stephen Haberek Officer Ronald Brown Lieutenant Marie Hanlon Officer Jennifer Cash Lieutenant Peter Holey Officer Edward Cauley Lieutenant Christopher Kelly Officer Joseph Chadbourne Lieutenant Thomas Reddy Officer Benjamin Chez Lieutenant John Scannell Officer Eng Chhor Lieutenant William Sharpe Officer Brian Chisholm Lieutenant James Shinnick Officer John Clem Lieutenant James Shorten Officer Learlean Clements Officer Richard Connick Sergeant Robert Avery Officer Richard Courtney Sergeant Richard Carrow Officer Michael Crosby Sergeant Paul Cotter Officer Joseph Curley Sergeant Eugene Cusack Officer James Daley Sergeant Donald Gates Officer John Dean Sergeant John Geary Officer Daniel Destefano Sergeant Robert Godbout Officer Robert Deveau Sergeant Timothy Hallisey Officer Ronald Diaz Sergeant Donald Kasle Officer Michael DiMeglio Officer Albert Divirgilio Sergeant Michael Kenny Officer Timothy Donovan Sergeant Michael Kmiec Officer John Doucette Sergeant Timothy Magner Officer Ryan Dulong Sergeant Thomas McDermott Officer Devon Dupuis Sergeant David McEnaney Officer Mark Duran Sergeant Patrick McGuire Officer Michael Economou Sergeant Edward Nardone Officer Michael Eddows Officer Stephen Emery
2 Department Personnel
Officer Kenneth Estes Officer John Manning Officer Emmanuel Felix Officer John Marr Officer Robert Ferrari Officer Robert Mason Officer Timothy Ferrari Officer Gregory McCarthy Officer Michael Ferraro Officer Shirley McCloud Officer Pablo Figueroa Officer Howard McCollin Officer David Fitzgerald Officer Ryan McDermott Officer Oscar Flores Officer Michael McEachern Officer John Folan Officer Michael McHale Officer Craig Fountain Officer James McIntyre Officer Richard Frampton Officer John McKenna Officer Richard Fucci Officer John Meaney Officer Paul Galatis Officer Thomas Morley Officer Manuel Gasca Officer Thomas Mulvey Officer Russell Gokas Officer Randy Muth Officer Frank Gomez Officer Mark Nerich Officer Michael Gorman Officer Timothy Nerich Officer Cindy Green Officer Herbert Newton Officer Charles Griffin Officer Michael O’Connell Officer Jerren Griffin Officer Jean O’Neil Officer Raymond Guillermo Officer Ezequiel Ortiz Officer Taylor Haberek Officer Peter Panacopoulos Officer Christopher Hagerty Officer Ross Panacopoulos Officer Gary Hagerty Officer Alice Parker Officer Michael Hanlon Officer Michael Pennell Officer John Harkness Officer Cristine Petruzziello Officer David Harney Officer Edward Pettipas Officer Thomas Hazard Officer Sadrak Pierre Officer Joshua Hilton Officer Stephen Pohle Officer David Hines Officer Domingo Polonia Officer Robert Hogan Officer Mark Richmond Officer Shawn Hogan Officer Joseph Ricupero Officer Mark Holey Officer Ronald Ryan Officer Paul Holey Officer Max Saravia Officer Thomas Holland Officer Paul Scali Officer Brian Hosker Officer Joshua Seaman Officer David Hunter Officer Fabio Silva Officer Michael Kelter Officer Ralph Sirois Officer Titou Kim Officer Robert Sirois Officer Taylor Kulakowski Officer David Spelta Officer Robert Leblanc Officer William Stilwell Officer Jessica Lee Officer Edward Tansey Officer Mark Lee Officer Seylawon Thach Officer Giovanni Lopez Officer Raymond Therrien Officer John Mackin Officer Anne Magner
3 Department Personnel
Officer Roger Tinkham Officer Colin Toomey Current Personnel Officer Manuel Torres Officer Michael Tortorise Officer Jeffery Trahant Levels: Sworn Officers: 183 Officer Nhen Tran Officer Scott Wakeham Officer John F. White Officer John R. White Civilian Support Staff: 15 Officer Michael White Officer Stephen Withrow Officer Alvin Wolfe Officer Paul Wonoski Cell Block Detention Assistants: Officer Nicholas Woodbury 4 Full Time Officer David Woumn Officer Oren Wright 1 Part Time
4 Organizational Chart
Chief of Police Kevin F. Coppinger
Confidential Assistant Elizabeth Polonsky
Deputy Chief of Operations Deputy Chief of Administration Leonard E. Desmarais Michael A. Mageary
Captain of Patrol Captain of Captain of Captain of Captain of Christopher Investigation Technical Administration Professional Reddy Mark O'Toole Services William Borders Standards Edward Blake Michael Vail Records Insurance Fraud Domestic Department Training Unit Violence Unit Lt. Vernon Physical Plant Lt. Bill Sharpe Lt. Marie Hanlon Coleman First Patrol Division Public Intelligence & Lt. Dave Brown Detectives & Information & Identification Fleet Crime Analysis Internal Affairs Lt. Tom Reddy Unit Lt. Rick Donnelly Second Patrol Lt. John Scannell Division Lt. James Flynn Special Investigation Computer Unit Evidence Firearm Control Third Patrol Unit Lt. Stephen Haberek Licensing Division Court Liaison Lt. Glenn Detail Office Lt. James Dunnigan Drug Task Force Shinnick Sgt. Rick Carrow Court Traffic Youth Services Commitment Enforcment Unit Unit Sgt. Ned Lt. Peter Holey Shinnick
Juvenile Component
School Resource Officers
Gang Component Sgt. Edward Nardone
5 Lynn Police Department Administration
Mark O'Toole Captain, Criminal Investigation Division Kevin F. Coppinger Chief Edward Blake Captain, Leonard E. Desmarais Technical Services Deputy Chief Division
Michael A. Mageary Deputy Chief Christopher Reddy Captain, Patrol Division Elizabeth Polansky Confidential Assistant to the Chief William Borders Captain, Administrative Division
Michael Vail Captain, Professional Standards Division Our Mission:
he Lynn Police Department is committed to the enforcement of laws and preservation of order that protect the rights and property of every person T within the city of Lynn.
ur Mission is to provide the highest quality police service and to impact crime, and its associated elements, through the utilization of new and Oproven crime prevention strategies and problem-solving partnerships with our community.
6 Chief of Police
Chief Kevin F. Coppinger is a thirty-one year veteran of the Lynn Police Department. He was appointed as patrol officer in August, 1985, after transferring from the Lynnfield Police Department where he began his career in February, 1983. As a Lynn Patrol Officer, Chief Coppinger was assigned to the First Division working in the West Lynn area. On September 13, 1986, he was promoted to Sergeant and remained on the First Division as a patrol supervisor. In 1990, he was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant and was assigned as the Internal Affairs/Public Information Officer and Special Projects Coordinator. In 1993, Captain Coppinger took over as the Commanding Officer of the Second Division working the early morning shift. In August, 1995, he was promoted to Deputy Chief in charge of the Administrative functions of the department. In January of 2001, he began a new role as the Deputy Chief in charge of Operations, overseeing the Patrol and Criminal Investigation Divisions. On July 28, 2009, Kevin Coppinger was appointed Acting Chief of the department and on December 31, 2009, Chief Coppinger was permanently appointed. Chief Coppinger is a graduate of Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice and graduated from Anna Maria College with a Master of Arts Degree in 1982. He is a 2000 graduate of the 203rd Session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Chief Coppinger is a long time certified Emergency Medical Technician and CPR/First Responder instructor. He is also a member of several professional organizations including the Massachusetts Major City Chiefs of Police, Essex County Chiefs of Police, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy Associates. Chief Coppinger serves as the Chairman of the Traffic Commission and is a current member of the Stadium Commission. Chief Coppinger was also appointed by the Governor to the State 911 Commission representing the Massachusetts Major City Chiefs as well as law enforcement in general.
7 Deputy Chief of Police
Deputy Chief Leonard E. Desmarais, a veteran of the United States Marine Corps, joined the department in June of 1988 and has spent his twenty-six years of service in a variety of positions. As a patrolman, he was assigned to the First Division where he patrolled the Highlands section of the city until his promotion and assignment to the Second Division as a sector Sergeant. In 1996, after promotion to the rank of Lieutenant, he served in a variety of capacities including Detective with the Criminal Investigation Division, Officer in Charge of the Anti-Crime Team (ACT) and Officer in Charge of the department’s highly successful Community Liaison Team, whose expansion was overseen and directed by the Deputy Chief. In 2000, he was promoted to Captain, serving as the Third Division Commander until his reassignment as the department’s first Captain of Patrol, a position created as part of a department reorganization. Deputy Chief Desmarais was promoted to his current rank on September 21, 2010, and designated Deputy Chief of Operations where he is responsible for all line operations including patrol and criminal investigations. Deputy Chief Desmarais was the recipient of the Medal of Honor, “Officer of the Year”, Award in 2000, bestowed by the Lynn Police Relief Association. Deputy Chief Desmarais is a 2007 graduate of the 228th session of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia.
8 Deputy Chief of Police
Deputy Chief Michael A. Mageary is a twenty-nine year veteran of the Lynn Police Department who started his career as a patrolman in 1986. Prior to his appointment in 2014 as Deputy Chief of Administration, the Deputy served a variety of roles and ranks within the department. As a Sergeant, he was a supervisor on the Third Division. As a Lieutenant, he was assigned to as a Special Projects Coordinator for the department and then as the Lieutenant in Charge of the Juvenile Unit where he helped develop and initiate the highly successful School Resource Officer Program.
In 2005, Deputy Chief Mageary was promoted to the rank of Captain serving as the Administrative Captain prior to being assigned as the Captain of Professional Standards.
Deputy Chief Mageary graduated from Salem State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Political Science in 1990. In 1992, he graduated from Anna Maria College with a Masters of Arts Degree in Criminal Justice. He is also a graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum’s Senior Management Institute of Policing.
In his capacity as Deputy Chief of Administration, Deputy Mageary is responsible for overseeing the efforts of the Professional Standards, Administration, and Support Service Divisions. The Captains of each of these divisions report directly to the Deputy Chief. The Deputy Chief is assigned support staff who assist with issues within the administration branch of the department. Diane Waters and Linda Curry constitute that staff.
9 Confidential Assistant
Elizabeth A. “Betty” Polonsky has been employed by the Lynn Police Department for 17 years. A graduate of the Lynn Public Schools and Salem State College, Betty was appointed as a clerk- typist in August 1997, and was then promoted to data entry operator in May 1999, senior stenographer in 2001, and head clerk stenography/secretarial in 2005. In January 2008, she was appointed to the position of Confidential Assistant. Betty’s responsibilities are both administrative and secretarial. She acts as a confidential assistant to the Chief, dealing with highly sensitive matters within the department. One of her primary functions is to oversee the large volume of correspondence that is generated from the enforcement agencies, and to the public.
She is responsible for managing a support staff of fourteen, which performs a variety of functions for various units throughout the department. As Confidential Assistant, Betty is responsible for constructing and monitoring the police payroll and expense budgets. She oversees analysis which reflects on-going budget trends, as well as purchasing responsibilities and related duties.
10 Personnel Transitions
The following retired Lynn Police Officers passed away in 2014. Their dedication and commitment to the department and the community are carried on through the efforts of our current officers.
Retired Lynn Police Officer, Robert N. Miller, age 84, of Lynn, died Thursday, June 19, 2014, at a local nursing home, following a lengthy illness. Born in Lynn in 1929, Bob was the son of the late Leo W. and Mary (Michaud) Miller. He was educated in Lynn Public Schools and graduated from Lynn English High School. Bob was a United States Army Veteran of World War II, a United States Air Force Veteran of the Korean War and was later Honorably Discharged from both the United States Marine Corps Reserve and the United States Naval Reserve. He was a Police Officer for the City of Lynn for over 30 years, retiring in 1993. Following retirement, Bob moved to North Conway, NH until 2008. He enjoyed hiking and everything outdoors especially in the mountains of New Hampshire. Bob was a loving father and grandfather.
Retired Lynn Police Officer, Edward A. Swiniarski, formerly of Lynn and North Andover, died December 23, 2014 at the age of 74. Edward proudly served his country with the U.S. Army 709th MP Battalion in Germany from 1963-65 and the U.S. Army Reserve 187th Infantry Brigade 1965-69. He retired as a Police Officer for the City of Lynn, working from 1965-99, and receiving multiple commendations while protecting the community. He was the beloved husband of Danielle A. Antonowicz and devoted grandfather of Steven, Alexander, Emma, Morghan, Christopher, Mia and Brody.
11 Retirement of Department Personnel
Deputy Chief Kenneth Santoro retired in August of 2014. Kenneth Santoro began his career as a Lynn Police Officer on January 5, 1980. He was promoted to the rank of Sergeant on September 13, 1986 and was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on May 21, 1991. Kenneth Santoro was placed in charge of the Juvenile Unit as a Lieutenant and made Captain on August 29, 1995. Kenneth Santoro was promoted to Deputy Chief on November 14, 2000.
Deputy Chief Santoro was presented with an award for his dedication to the City of Lynn. This presentation was Chief Kevin Coppinger made at his retirement party in presented Deputy Santoro with the Lynn police station. a memorial award for his thirty-five years of service to the Lynn Police Department and the City of Lynn.
12 Retirement of Department Personnel
Rick Frampton joined the Lynn Police Department in 1986 and retired on August 19, 2014. Rick can be seen above receiving an award for his dedication to the Lynn Police Department by Chief Kevin Coppinger. Rick spent the first half of his career working Car 11 on patrol in the West Lynn section of the city. In 1994 Officer Frampton was made a detective and assigned to the Identification Unit where he specialized in fingerprinting and photographing crime scenes.
13 Retirement of Department Personnel
Officer Grace McManus, aka “Grace Crowe” joined the Lynn Police Department on April 8, 1985, at the age of twenty years old. Grace had a distinguished career and became known as “Amazing Grace” in the downtown Lynn area for her many heroic acts and strict enforcement of the laws in the late 1980’s. Grace retired on October 25, 2014, because of an injury she received in the course of duty. Officer McManus will be missed by the Lynn Police Department and we wish her luck. Officer McManus is pictured on the far left of this photograph with fellow Lynn Police Officers.
Lieutenant William Alphen retired from the Lynn Police Department on February 3, 2014. William Alphen was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on September 17, 2001, and first joined forces with the Lynn Police Department on February 3, 1986. Lieutenant Alphen was assigned to the Support Services Division in the Computer Unit prior to his retirement.
14 Lynn Police Newly Sworn Officers
From left to right Officers: Nikolay Bashko, Robert Mason, Michael Pennell, and Mark Duran were sworn in as Lynn Police Officers in the Mayor’s Office on March 10, 2014. These officers graduated from the Reading Police Academy where they spent 21 weeks together preparing to become police officers.
15 Promotion of Department Personnel
On August 5, 2014, Captain Michael Mageary was promoted to the rank of Deputy Chief. Deputy Chief Mageary was a Captain of the Professional Standards Division for six years prior to his appointment as the Deputy Chief. Deputy Chief Mageary began working as a police officer in the City of Lynn in 1986 and worked as a patrolman on the street for ten years prior to being promoted to the rank of Sergeant in 1986. Deputy Chief Mageary made the rank of Lieutenant in 1991 and was promoted to the rank of Captain on August 29, 1995.
Below from left to right are Chief Kevin Coppinger, Deputy Chief Michael Mageary, Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy, and Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais.
16 Promotion of Department Personnel
Lieutenant Michael Vail was promoted to the rank of Captain on August 12, 2014. Prior to being promoted, Captain Vail worked as a Lieutenant in Charge of the Youth Services Unit for three years and has been a member of the Lynn Police Department since January 29, 1995.
Sergeant Glenn Dunnigan was promoted to Lieutenant on August 12, 2014. Prior to being promoted, Lieutenant Dunnigan worked as a Sergeant in Charge of the Community Liaison Team for four years. Lieutenant Dunnigan first joined forces with the Lynn Police Department in 1993.
17 Promotion of Department Personnel
On the left Sergeant James Flynn, was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant on June 3, 2014. Lieutenant Flynn was a Sergeant on the First Division prior to being promoted and first joined the Lynn Police Department on July 26, 1993, where he worked as a uniformed patrolman for 13 years prior to his promotion as a Sergeant.
On the right Patrolman John Geary was promoted to the rank of Sergeant on June 3, 2014. Sgt. John Geary first began working for the Lynn Police Department in 1988 assigned to the Third Division. Sergeant Geary is currently assigned to the Second Division and is a patrol supervisor.
18 Promotion of Department Personnel
Patrolman Patrick McGuire was promoted to the rank of Sergeant on August 12, 2014. Sergeant McGuire joined the Lynn Police Department in January of 1995 where he worked as a patrolman on the First Division for almost twenty years. Sergeant McGuire is assigned to the Third Patrol Division and is a patrol supervisor. Below is a photograph taken in the Mayor’s Office. From left to right are Deputy Chief Michael Mageary, Chief Kevin Coppinger, Mayor Judith Flanagan Kennedy, Sergeant Patrick McGuire, Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan, Captain Michael Vail, and Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais.
19 Lynn Police Torch Run
The Lynn Police Department is proud to have the honor of carrying the torch to the opening ceremonies for the Special Olympics. The run begins at the Lynn Police Station and continues through City Hall Square and along the Lynn Commons to the Lynn Tech Field House where the Special Olympic Ceremony and the games take place.
When the officers arrive at the Tech Field House they pass off the torch to the children and assist with the commencement of the games competition for the children participating in the Special Olympic Games.
20 Peace Officers Memorial Day
The official flag of the National Law Enforcement Memorial was raised on the flagpole in City Hall Square on the morning of May 15, 2014, in honor of law enforcement officers who have been killed in the line of duty. Pictured below a Lynn Police Sergeant is seen raising the official flag as Chief Kevin F. Coppinger and several other police officers pay their respect to fallen officers who lost their lives in the course of duty. In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a law designating that May 15th of each year be known as Peace Officers Memorial Day and further designating that week as National Police Week.
21 Memorial Day Parade
Lynn Police Officers dressed in their honor guard uniforms can be seen marching in the Memorial Day Parade on Market Street toward City Hall Square.
The Lynn English High School Marine Core JROTC marched in the Memorial Day Parade.
22 Thanksgiving Day Food Drive
On Friday November 21, 2014, the Lynn Police Department held its annual Thanksgiving Day Food Drive. Members of the Police Department collected over 40 turkeys and boxes filled with canned goods. These goods were delivered from the police station to the Washington St. Baptist Church.
Our neighbors at the Washington St. Baptist Church donate food to the community throughout the year. Each year, prior to Thanksgiving, they distribute bags of food that can be used to make Thanksgiving meals.
23 Children's Christmas Party
On Saturday, December 13, 2014, the Lynn P olice Department held its annual Children’s Christmas Party at Saint Michael’s Hall, located at 31 Elmwood Avenue in Lynn. This Christmas party is for Lynn children between the ages of four and ten years old. The party is staffed by Lynn Police Officers, and their families and friends. The children are provided a meal, dessert, beverage, and entertainment. Each child receives a gift and a grab bag. Santa Claus always plans a visit to the party.
24 Children's Christmas Party
The annual Christmas party is funded by the Lynn Police Department. It is staffed completely by members of the Lynn Police Department, their families and friends. We would like to acknowledge Saint Michael’s Hall Association for the generous donation of their facility. Over 400 children attended this year’s Christmas party. Below is a photograph of the children being picked up from the party by their family members.
25 Medal of Honor Recipient
The Medal of Honor is the highest award presented by the Lynn Police Relief Association on behalf of the Lynn Police Department. The recipient of this award is selected after careful consideration by members of the Board of Directors based upon numerous attributes encompassing character, commitment, integrity, and performance. This award is not intended to recognize one specific event, however honorable or exemplary, but instead as recognition of a particular officer who exhibits these traits through the course of his or her duties as a law enforcement officer and as a member of our community. The recipient of this year’s award is Detective Gary Hagerty. Detective Hagerty is pictured below making a speech to the crowd after being presented with this award at the annual ball put on by the Lynn Police Relief Association. Detective Gary Hagerty is a fifteen year veteran of the Lynn Police Department who has consistently demonstrated a high level of performance and dedication to duty. Officer Hagerty was recognized for his personal standard of excellence toward which we all strive to attain as police officers and as individuals.
26 Medal of Valor Recipients
Officers Joshua Hilton, Paul Scali, and John Bernard were the co-recipients of the Medal of Valor Award in 2014. The Medal of Valor is presented to an officer who has through a particular act or deed, exemplified the very sprit of “valor” showing great courage in the face of danger without personal regard. The recipient of this award is honored as a true hero who has put the public served before himself. We recognize this officer with tremendous pride for a job well done. Officers Michael O’Connell and Sergeant Ned Shinnick pose for a picture with this year’s recipients of the award who are centered in the picture below.
Officers Joshua Hilton, Paul Scali, and John Bernard displayed the highest level of professionalism and courage during their response to a report of an aggressive and potentially dangerous individual. Officer Bernard was attacked by this individual, who at one point held a hand gun against Officer Bernard’s head. Officer Bernard grabbed and pushed the handgun just as two shots were fired at him. Officers Hilton and Scali immediately joined the struggle and attempted to gain control of this violent individual and make him comply with their commands. The violent individual refused to let go of the weapon and Officer Hilton was forced to shoot this person in the upper torso. The officers were eventually able to gain control of this individual and administered first aid.
27 2014 Officer Commendations
The Lynn Police Department recognizes officers who have demonstrated uncommon initiative and dedication to serving our community; often these incidents place officers at exceptional risk in the performance of their duties. Commendations are published internally and are posted on our web site. Commendations are formerly given out to the officers at the annual ball run by the Lynn Police Relief Association held during the month of October.
Pictured above are several members of the Lynn Police Relief Association who are all former Medal of Honor winners. The above photograph was taken at the 2014 Annual Ball with the current award recipient, Detective Gary Hagerty.
28 2014 Officer Commendations
Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officers Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-03 Effective Date: Issuing Authority April 17, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officers whose heroic actions led to the arrest of an armed and dangerous individual.
Sergeant Edward Nardone and Detective Gary Hagerty
On January 1, 2014, at approximately 2046 hours, Sergeant Edward Nardone and Detective Gary Hagerty were on proactive patrol, when Detective Hagerty observed a suspicious male party wearing a blue hoodie standing in front of a convenience store located in the area of Chestnut and Goodrich Streets.
Sergeant Nardone and Detective Hagerty conducted surveillance of this suspect, who after approximately 3 minutes was observed fighting with another individual who was walking by. The officers immediately intervened in the fight, and the second individual quickly fled on foot. Detective Hagerty pursued the fleeing person while Sergeant Nardone remained with the suspect. He ignored Sergeant Nardone’s commands to hold up, and when Sergeant Nardone then reached out for his arm, the suspect immediately went to his waist area, where it was later confirmed that he was
29 2014 Officer Commendations carrying a loaded 380 caliber firearm. Fearing for his safety, Sergeant Nardone placed the armed suspect on the ground and handcuffed him, with the assistance of Lieutenant Stephen Haberek, who had also arrived on scene.
The individual that Detective Hagerty chased down told him that he was only defending himself, and that the armed suspect was flashing gang signs at him and threatening to kill him. It was later determined that this incident was most likely a gang initiation, which could have resulted in someone being shot and possibly killed, if not for the keen observation skills of Sergeant Nardone and Detective Hagerty. Their quick response and their ability to assess the situation showed a high degree of professionalism and dedication to duty.
I hereby order that Sergeant Edward Nardone and Detective Gary Hagerty be commended for their actions, with a copy of this Commendation to be placed in each of their personnel files.
30 2014 Officer Commendations
Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officers Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-04 Effective Date: Issuing Authority April 17, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officers, whose immediate and courageous response and subsequent heroic actions led to the safe evacuation of a multi-family dwelling that was the scene of a fast moving fire.
Officer Benjamin Chez and Officer David Hunter
On March 26, 2014, at approximately 0715 hours, Lynn control received multiple 911 calls for a house fire on Henry Avenue, and dispatched several units to that location. Officer Benjamin Chez (Car 10) arrived within approximately one minute of being dispatched, followed closely by Officer David Hunter (Car 11), and reported heavy smoke and fire coming from the second floor of the home. Without regard for their own safety, both officers then entered the burning three-story building, which contained six apartments; and started pounding on doors of the first floor. Due to the officers’ quick actions, they were able to notify and evacuate several residents as well as several dogs from the burning dwelling.
31 2014 Officer Commendations
After getting residents out of the first floor of the building, officers then encountered a resident they had already evacuated trying to return back inside to retrieve his belongings. This party had to be physically assisted out of the building again by Officer Chez. Officers Chez and Hunter then started to make their way up to the second floor, but were met with such heavy smoke, they were unable to make it any further inside. By that time, heavy fire was shooting out of the second floor of the building. Due to the extent of the fire and the fact that it was an occupied residential building with multiple apartments, the Lynn Fire Department immediately struck a second alarm, and eventually a third alarm for this fire. Several of the news reporters who had arrived to report the fire had requested for permission to speak with these officers. The reporters had heard the officers’ radio transmissions on their police scanners as they were evacuating people of the building, and realized how chaotic a situation it was, even before the Fire Department arrived on the scene. Both Officer Chez and Officer Hunter displayed the highest level of bravery, as they exposed themselves to great risk by running into a burning building in an effort to save the lives of others, with little to no regard of their own safety. The courage and dedication to duty displayed by these officers in the face of danger, while trying to help complete strangers, reflects greatly upon the City of Lynn, the Lynn Police Department and the officers themselves. I hereby order that Officer Chez and Officer Hunter be commended for their heroic actions, with a copy of this commendation to be placed in each of their personnel files.
32 2014 Officer Commendations
Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officers Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-05 Effective Date: Issuing Authority
April 17, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officers, whose courageous actions and dedication to duty led to the capture of three armed and dangerous suspects; and the safe recovery of illegal drugs, ammunition and a firearm.
Sergeant Paul Cotter, Officer Michael Crosby Officer Manuel Torres
On December 12, 2013, at approximately 0244 hours, the station received several calls for reports of shots being fired in the area of Chase and Baker Streets. Several Second Division cars responded to this call; including Officers Manuel Torres and Michael Crosby (Car 15), Officers Michael McEachern and Paul Holey (Car 17), Officer John Harkness (Car 9), Officers Joseph Curley and Pablo Figueroa (Car 14), as well as Sergeant Robert Avery and Sergeant Paul Cotter.
Investigation by the responding officers led to the Franklin Street area. The officers approached an apartment that they believed was occupied by known felons who had a history of engaging in violent crimes, including the use of
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firearms. Upon arrival, Cars 9, 14 and 17 went to the rear, while Sergeant Cotter, Officer Crosby and Officer Torres made entry to the front of the building. As they pursued their investigation, they obtained a witness statement corroborating their belief that gunshots had recently been fired from within that building. The officers were confronted by one of the suspects as he emerged from the target apartment, and they immediately responded to secure that suspect, as well as additional individuals in the apartment. During their investigation, the responding officers found evidence which supported their belief that these suspects had recently discharged a firearm from that area.
Despite their knowledge that they were at risk of personal harm from known parties who were believed to be armed and dangerous; the officers did not falter in their pursuit of these individuals. As a result of their bravery and dedication to duty, three suspects were taken into custody; including a party who was wanted on multiple felony warrants and another who has a violent criminal history. The officers were also able to seize illegal drugs, a quantity of ammunition and a firearm from the apartment; and consequently removed the threat that this weapon presented in the hands of these criminals.
I hereby order that Sergeant Paul Cotter, Officer Michael Crosby and Officer Manuel Torres be commended for their actions, with a copy of this Commendation to be placed in each of their personnel files.
In addition, a Letter of Recognition will be awarded to Sergeant Robert Avery for his actions in helping to develop the investigation and lead the officers in their successful pursuit of the suspects. Because of Sergeant Avery’s efforts, the officers were able to act on probable cause to identify and pursue a party who was wanted on multiple outstanding warrants. In addition, Sergeant Avery’s knowledge of the players, including the information that they might be found at the Franklin Street location helped to focus the investigation toward a specific area which ultimately proved fruitful. And finally, Sergeant Avery correctly directed that the scene be secured, while he prepared an affidavit in support of a search warrant for the premises. This extra step was crucial in support of the efforts to uphold the search and subsequent seizure of a firearm from these premises.
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Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officer Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-17 Effective Date: Issuing Authority August 15, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officer whose immediate response and subsequent heroic actions led to the rescue of a suicidal individual.
Officer Mark Nerich
On March 18, 2014, at approximately 1920 hours, Dispatch received a call reporting a suicidal female who was threatening to jump off the footbridge on the Lynnway into traffic. Sergeant Timothy Hallisey was in the area and was the first to arrive on scene. Sergeant Hallisey encountered a female party on the footbridge, and immediately stopped eastbound traffic. He attempted to speak with the individual, but she ignored his attempts to engage her in conversation. When traffic was stopped on one side of the Lynnway, she immediately moved to the other side of the bridge, causing LPD units to then shut down Lynnway traffic in both directions. She then began to throw her personal items onto the Lynnway. Sergeant Hallisey and Sergeant Michael Kmiec attempted to speak with the distraught individual, but she continually yelled that “she wanted to die.”
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Officers Mark Nerich and David Spelta (Car 14) and Officer Paul Wonoski (Car 10) then arrived on scene. Officer Nerich and Officer Spelta made their way up one side of the foot bridge, while Officer Wonoski went up on the other side. In order to stay out of the woman's sight and not agitate her further, the officers crawled out onto the bridge.
Lynn Fire arrived on scene while Sergeant Hallisey and Sergeant Kmiec continued their attempts to talk the female party down. As the fire apparatus approached the bridge, the woman had her legs over the edge and then lifted herself off the bridge with her arms. Officers Nerich and Spelta moved closer to her, as it was observed that her arms were beginning to shake and it was believed she could not hold on for much longer. Officer Nerich then moved in on the woman undetected, and was able to get his arms around her and pull her back onto the bridge. When he grabbed the suicidal individual she resisted, but Officer Nerich was able to overpower her and pulled her to safety. She was eventually transported to the hospital for treatment.
Officer Nerich's swift and heroic actions saved the distraught female from serious bodily injury and possibly death. A trooper on scene stated that the scene was "like something you see on TV" and several responding firefighters also commented on the professionalism of Officer Nerich.
Officer Nerich displayed the highest level of courage and dedication to duty, as he rescued this individual and prevented her from taking her own life. I hereby order that he be commended for his actions, with a copy of this Commendation to be placed in his personnel file.
Based on their life saving efforts and dedication to duty, I further order that Sergeant Timothy Hallisey, Sergeant Michael Kmiec, Officer David Spelta, and Officer Paul Wonoski be issued Letters of Recognition, to be placed in their personnel files.
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Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officer Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-20 Effective Date: Issuing Authority
August 27, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officer, whose heroic actions and dedication to duty led to the arrest of three armed and dangerous individuals.
Sergeant Robert Avery
During the early morning of Tuesday, April 1, 2014, at approximately 0253 hours, Sergeant Robert Avery observed a motor vehicle operating on Essex Street. He recognized the vehicle to be similar in description to a suspect vehicle that had just been used minutes earlier in an armed robbery with a handgun. Sergeant Avery also noted that the vehicle was occupied by three individuals, which was the same number of suspects involved in the earlier robbery. He also noted that the vehicle and its occupants appeared to similar to those described in reports of two additional armed robberies that had occurred earlier that night. The suspects in the earlier incidents had used a handgun and a knife in the commission of the robberies.
After following the vehicle for a short period of time, Sergeant Avery notified dispatch of his observations and conducted a motor vehicle stop of the suspect vehicle
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on Joyce Street. During the initial moments of the stop he was alone as he awaited the arrival of additional units; and he observed the occupants of the vehicle reaching down and around in a suspicious manner. Sergeant Avery maintained a strong tactical position and continued to monitor the movements of the suspects in the vehicle until additional units arrived. Upon the arrival of other officers, he approached the vehicle and the three occupants were removed. During the subsequent investigation at the scene, responding officers discovered a loaded .22 caliber revolver and a large knife in the vehicle. These items were consistent with the descriptions of the weapons used during the three robberies. Officers also recovered a hockey mask that had been worn by one of the suspects, as well as property that belonged to the victims of each of the robbery incidents. A show up identification procedure was conducted with the victims of the most recent robbery; and they were able to make a positive identification of the suspect vehicle as well as identify two of the suspects who actually committed the robbery. Based on these identifications, along with all of the evidence that was recovered; the three suspects were arrested for offenses that included: Armed Robbery while Masked, Carrying a Loaded Firearm, Using a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony and more. After follow up investigation by CID, these individuals were additionally charged with the armed robberies that had been reported earlier in the evening.
The alert observations and attention to detail by Sergeant Avery resulted in the timely arrests of three armed suspects who were in the midst of a violent crime spree. Despite the imminent threat to his own safety, Sergeant Avery provided clear communications and engaged in strong tactics during a felony stop of the suspect motor vehicle. These actions resulted in a prompt and overwhelming response by Division personnel, thus deterring the suspects from engaging in further acts of violence. Sergeant Avery’s response also enabled officers to recover crucial evidence, including the seizure of a firearm, and provided an opportunity for a timely identification of the suspects by some of the victims.
Sergeant Avery exhibited the highest level of professionalism and courage as he disregarded his own personal safety to apprehend three armed and dangerous criminals. I hereby order that Sergeant Robert Avery be commended for his actions, with a copy of this commendation to be placed in his personnel file.
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Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officers Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-22 Effective Date: Issuing Authority September 2, 2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officers, who displayed the highest level of professionalism and courage during their response to a report of an aggressive and potentially dangerous individual.
Officer John Bernard, Officer Joshua Hilton, Officer Paul Scali
On September 5, 2013, at approximately 1125 hours, Officer John Bernard, Officer Paul Scali and Officer Joshua Hilton responded to a report of an irrational male acting aggressively towards other individuals in the Kings Lynne residential complex, and also out on O’Callaghan Way.
Upon arrival, the officers learned that the subject had threatened to kill others and also displayed combative behavior. They were directed to an apartment by witnesses, who indicated that the male in question had been confrontational with them before going into that unit. Concerns for their safety as well as the subject’s safety were raised. Officer Bernard and Officer Scali went to the unit’s front door, while Officer Hilton went to the rear. The male answered their knock and was very loud and threatening towards them. Due to safety concerns, they
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entered the residence to further determine the man’s condition as well as that of any other person in the apartment.
Officer Bernard, while trying to establish a rapport with the party, directed Officer Scali to let Officer Hilton in via the rear door. As Officer Scali did this, the suspect then suddenly attacked Officer Bernard. In the ensuing struggle the suspect got control of Officer Bernard's service weapon. Officer Bernard locked the suspect’s hands to the weapon and engaged him to keep the weapon from being fired at anyone, as he attempted to regain control of the weapon. At one point, the weapon was held against Officer Bernard’s head. While the weapon was in his control, the subject fired two shots, but luckily, no one was injured. Officers Hilton and Scali immediately joined the struggle. Officer Hilton issued a verbal warning in reference to using his service weapon but the subject refused to comply.
Officer Hilton fired one shot. The suspect was hit in the upper torso but continued struggling. Eventually he collapsed to the floor but he remained combative with the officers. He had to be physically restrained in order for the officers to provide medical attention, which they did while calling for EMS and additional assistance to the scene.
The fact that this individual gained control of an officer’s gun and fired two rounds in close proximity to the officers put their lives and the lives of others within the apartment complex in great danger. The subject’s 5- year old son was also present in the apartment during the confrontation. He was not injured.
The officers’ devotion to duty led them to properly respond to a concerned public’s request for assistance. Their empathy led them to attempt to establish a rapport with the party in question. They were courageous in dealing with the life threatening situation that was suddenly thrust upon them. They were humane in immediately rendering medical aid to the injured party.
I hereby order that Officer John Bernard, Officer Joshua Hilton, and Officer Paul Scali be commended for their actions, with a copy of this commendation to be placed in each of their personnel files.
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Department Manual: LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT Subject: Commendation of Officers Reference: PERSONNEL ORDER 14-PO-27 Effective Date: Issuing Authority December 19,2014 ______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
TO: Commanding Officers, All Divisions
Please Read at all Roll Calls
I would like to commend the following officers for displaying the highest level of professionalism and dedication to duty as they took an armed and distraught individual into custody.
Sergeant Timothy Magner, Officer Michael Gorman, Officer Michael Economou
On November 11, 2014, at approximately 0208 hours, Officer Michael Gorman (Car 11) and Officer Michael Economou (Car 9) were dispatched to an Ontario Street location following a report of a 911 open line call. Officer Gorman was the first to respond to the scene, and upon arrival he encountered a male party lighting off fireworks from the front deck of the residence. He then made contact with this individual and advised him that he needed to discontinue this public disturbance. The male refused to comply with Officer Gorman’s request, and continued to shoot off the fireworks.
Officer Gorman then started up the stairs to speak to him. At that time, Officer Economou also arrived on scene, and joined Officer Gorman on the stairs. Both officers then
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started up the stairs in an effort to talk to the male party, and as they did, the man then suddenly produced a knife, held it to his neck and told the officers to immediately leave his home. The officers advised him that they would not leave. The male then put away the knife, and drew out what the officers believed to be a firearm, and held it to his head. Officers Gorman and Economou were immediately presented with a life-threatening situation, as the location of the suspect created a tactical advantage for him, since he was located above the officers, standing on the front deck of the home.
Officer Gorman then radioed for assistance, calling for Sergeant Timothy Magner (S-1) to respond to the scene and also requesting assistance from the Special Response Team. At the same time, the distraught male then transitioned to putting the knife back to his throat. He also continued to shoot off large fireworks at officers who were arriving at the scene, creating a chaotic situation.
Upon arrival, Sergeant Magner took control of the scene, set up a command post, and coordinated the dispatch of SRT Officer Michael McHale as well as Lynn Fire. Sergeant Magner then requested that Elliot Services be advised of the situation and send a representative to speak to the male party in an effort to defuse the situation. He also coordinated with officers on scene to ensure the safety of the man’s girlfriend and child who were in the house.
Sergeant Magner then engaged the male party in discussion, and began to build and develop a rapport while using his past experience and training as a department hostage negotiator. It was disclosed that the suicidal man was extremely distraught over the upcoming anniversary of the loss of his child. He then stated that he would put down the knife and surrender to police, if he would be allowed to see his son’s grave inside Pine Grove Cemetery. The man was also observed to be intoxicated, which added to his irrational behavior.
After Sergeant Magner coordinated with officers on the scene to ensure the safety of those officers accompanying the male party to the nearby cemetery, they proceeded to follow him to his child’s grave. Sergeant Magner continued to converse with him, trying to draw his attention away from hurting himself or anyone else. He advised the armed individual that he would get him the help that he needed, and urged him to drop the knife. As they got closer to the
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child’s gravesite, the distraught male continued to act irrationally, but Sergeant Magner continued to engage him, reassuring him that the officers wanted to help him. Just prior to reaching his child’s grave, the man suddenly threw down the knife, and knelt down. He then placed his hands on his head and surrendered to officers, and was taken into custody without further incident.
Officer Gorman and Officer Economou were in immediate danger from the onset of the time of their arrival. They used the necessary tactics to create distance and maintain contact in an incredibly difficult situation. Officer Gorman requested assistance and made the proper notifications to his sector sergeant, and also requested response by an SRT team member. Officers Gorman and Economou both displayed incredible patience and professionalism in dealing with the armed and distraught individual, and by also advising arriving officers about the dangers at hand.
Upon his arrival, Sergeant Magner displayed the highest level of professionalism by taking control of the situation, and utilized his prior training to engage the suicidal male and develop a rapport with him. His actions were instrumental in preventing any harm to all of the parties involved.
Sergeant Magner, Officer Gorman and Officer Economou exhibited the greatest amount of restraint possible while still protecting the lives and safety of everyone involved. Their heroic actions reflect positively on themselves and the Lynn Police Department.
I hereby order that Sergeant Timothy Magner, Officer Michael Gorman and Officer Michael Economou Officer be commended for their actions, with a copy of this commendation to be placed in each of their personnel files.
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: January 9, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Detective Richard Fucci
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Detective Richard Fucci, who is assigned to the Special Investigations Unit. Detective Fucci was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Stephen Haberek, and this nomination was also seconded by Lieutenant Michael Vail and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Haberek explained that “Detective Fucci has been assigned to the Special Investigations Unit for over ten years, and works with three very experienced and highly professional officers.” He went on to say that “Detective Fucci continues to be one of the most productive officers on the unit. Lieutenant Haberek mentioned that Detective Fucci spends considerable time and effort enforcing prostitution-related crime, which includes arresting the Johns as well as the prostitutes." He emphasized that this is not glamorous work and that “Detective Fucci’s diligence and persistence continues to have a noticeable impact on the street level prostitution activity.”
Lieutenant Haberek also stated that “Detective Fucci is self-motivated and a team player” and that “he consistently demonstrates the qualities that this award is intended to recognize.”
From the period of January 23, 2014 – February 22, 2014, Detective Richard Fucci has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Detective Fucci for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police KFC/ep
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: February 13, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Detective Stephen Pohle
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Detective Stephen Pohle, who is assigned to CID. Detective Pohle was nominated for this honor by Captain Mark O’Toole. This nomination was also seconded by Lieutenant Marie Hanlon, Lieutenant Thomas Reddy and Lieutenant Michael Vail, and was approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Captain O’Toole stated that “Detective Pohle is a dedicated and thorough investigator who quietly goes about his duties and gives his best efforts to any investigations assigned to him” and that “these efforts have recently culminated with significant criminal charges being filed against several defendants.”
Captain O’Toole also included some recent examples of investigations conducted by Detective Pohle, as listed below:
• Beginning in February of 2013, there were several armed robberies of convenience stores in Lynn that were believed to have been committed by the same subject. Little information could be developed on this subject, and no vehicle or direction of flight from any of the stores could be confirmed. These robberies were also being committed in other communities and ceased for a period, but resumed in the fall of 2013. In total, it was suspected that this subject had committed 15 armed robberies in Lynn between 2/2/2013 and 11/7/2013, and was also suspected of committing 13 additional armed robberies in other communities during this period. On 11/21/2013, a male suspect was arrested for Shoplifting by Gang Unit personnel, who forwarded information that this individual significantly resembled the robbery suspect. The suspect was arrested in Salem, MA a short time after that for stolen M/V charges; and Detective Pohle coordinated with the other agencies where robberies were committed and conducted extensive interviews. This individual was subsequently identified in connection with several of the armed robberies in Lynn as well as those in several other communities and is currently under indictment in Essex, Suffolk, and Middlesex Counties.
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• Detective Pohle coordinated an investigation early this month into several smash and grab B&E’s to convenience stores in the early morning hours. He and Detective Joshua Hilton were able to develop a suspect in these incidents. This individual was also a suspect in several thefts and in an unarmed robbery that occurred during this period. Detective Pohle was able to bring charges against this party for several of these incidents. Captain O’Toole also mentioned that although evidence has not been developed as of yet to link this individual to the B&E’s, since this person has been in custody on the Larceny and Unarmed Robbery charges, the smash and grab B&E’s have stopped.
• Detective Pohle was the lead investigator in the stabbing death of a man on 12/22/2013 at a Mace Place location, which led to the arrest of a suspect.
• Detective Pohle and Detective Joseph Chadbourne were the lead investigators in the death of an infant on 7/8/2013, at a Western Avenue location. This investigation resulted in charges being filed against the infant’s step-father and mother in connection with the matter.
From the period of February 23, 2014 – March 22, 2014, Detective Stephen Pohle has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Detective Pohle for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
KFC/ep
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: March 17, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Nicholas Woodbury
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Nicholas Woodbury, who is assigned to the Third Division. Officer Woodbury was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Peter Holey, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Holey explained that Officer Woodbury’s work ethic first came to his attention last October, when he and his partner stopped a known suspect on Tudor Street, after a threshold inquiry resulted in this party being charged with larceny from a building. As stated by Lieutenant Holey, “the suspect appeared out of place and instead of just driving by, the officers took the initiative, and as a result, a habitual thief was arrested.”
Lieutenant Holey further reported that on or about March 3rd, Officer Woodbury developed information that a male suspect was dealing pills heavily in the Fay Estate area. That individual was later stopped with a rejected inspection sticker and no license, and it was subsequently discovered that he had a significant amount of perc 30s in his possession, as well as over $700 in cash. It was also noted by Lieutenant Holey that perc 30s are the “new oxycontin” and a significant gateway drug to heroin, Lieutenant Holey also discussed an incident involving an act of open and gross lewdness on March 6th, which was committed in the downtown area. He stated that Officer Woodbury and Officer Ramirez spent a significant amount of time with the victim in the downtown area, driving her around until the suspect was spotted, identified and arrested. According to Lieutenant Holey, “the victim was so impressed with the actions of the
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From the period of March 23, 2014 – April 22, 2014, Officer Nicholas Woodbury has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Woodbury for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
KFC/ep
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: April 10, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Michael McEachern
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Michael McEachern, who is assigned to the Second Division. Officer McEachern was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Christopher Kelly, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Kelly stated that “Officer McEachern has performed at a very high level during his time on the Second Division.” He explained that Officer McEachern has been assigned to the unmarked patrol with Officer Paul Holey, and these officers “have been instrumental with their work in this capacity.” Lieutenant Kelly further stated that both officers have excellent knowledge of the problem areas and known offenders in the city, and discussed an incident that took place on March 26, 2014, when they were assigned to the unmarked patrol. Officers Holey and McEachern observed a known male suspect walking in the area of Union Street with an unknown female, who was later identified. The male party has a lengthy criminal history and is known for B&E crimes, robberies, larcenies and crack cocaine use. This individual was also an impact player for the month of November 2013. The officers conducted surveillance on these two individuals and at approximately 0343 hours, they observed the female party breaking into a Lewis Street residence through a smashed out glass window. The officers were able to arrest both of these suspects for this B&E in progress. According to Lieutenant Kelly, this same location was broken into three weeks earlier, and the female party later told detectives that the male suspect was also responsible for the previous break.
Lieutenant Kelly also mentioned that on March 22, 2014, Officer McEachern was working Car 14 with Officer Joshua Seaman. They, along with several other units, responded to a Tracy Avenue location at 0400 hours on a report of a loud party. These officers encountered extreme hostility from several people on scene, who were belligerent and swearing at the responding officers. Officer McEachern and other officers were able to arrest a male party who was the vocal leader of the large crowd, for disorderly conduct and
49 2014 Officer of the Month disturbing the peace. As reported by Lieutenant Kelly, “Officer McEachern and other Second Division Officers were able to diffuse an extremely volatile situation in a professional manner.”
According to Lieutenant Kelly, “Officer McEachern has demonstrated a great work ethic and continues to perform at a high level in his daily assignments. His work with Officer Paul Holey in the unmarked patrol has produced several quality arrests, including the incident described above.”
From the period of April 23, 2014 – May 22, 2014, Officer Michael McEachern has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer McEachern for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: May 20, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Richard Connick
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Richard Connick, who is assigned to the Second Division. Officer Connick was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Christopher Kelly, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Kelly relayed that Officer Connick works in the unmarked unit with Officer Haberek on two of the nights he works the Second Division. He went on the say that “Officer Connick has continued to display a strong work ethic and performs at an extremely high level in all of his assignments on the Second Division.”
According to Lieutenant Kelly Officer Connick was involved with a number of arrests during the month of April, including a suspect of a domestic incident on April 8th. He stated that Officer Connick and other officers found a female suspect lying in a pool of blood on the kitchen floor of a Woodlawn Street residence. The officers immediately began medical treatment and subsequently arrested the suspect for domestic charges.
Lieutenant Kelly also reported additional April arrests involving Officer Connick, including the following:
• On April 11th, Officer Connick assisted the Massachusetts State Police with the arrest of a male suspect for warrants.
• On April 20th, Officer Connick conducted a motor vehicle stop of a car that was dangerously passing vehicles on the wrong side of the street, and subsequently arrested the operator for unlicensed operation.
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• On April 21st, Officer Connick conducted another motor vehicle stop and arrested the operator for having a default warrant of unlicensed operation.
• On April 23rd, Officer Connick and other officers arrested a male suspect as part of the Second Division WMS7 operation. The suspect had B&E charges, and was taken into custody for these warrants.
• On April 26th, Officer Connick responded to a disturbance at a Gardiner Street location. According to Lieutenant Kelly, the female suspect was extremely violent; she fought with the officers and needed to be placed into the restraint chair, and the officers were ultimately kicked and scratched by the out of control female. As stated by Lieutenant Kelly, “Officer Connick and the other officers involved demonstrated great restraint and conducted themselves with a high level of professionalism throughout the incident.”
Lieutenant Kelly further stated that “these arrests demonstrate the strong work that Officer Connick produces each month. The arrests varied from violent domestic arrests, proactive car stops, fugitive apprehensions and warrant arrests. There is no single incident to highlight for the past month but it shows that the daily patrol response and proactive stops by Officer Connick produced some solid arrests. Officer Connick handles his calls, conducts proactive policing and constantly assists other officers on the Second Division at a very high level.”
From the period of May 23, 2014 – June 22, 2014, Officer Richard Connick has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Connick for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: June 16, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Jennifer Almonte
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Jennifer Almonte, who is assigned to the Second Division. Officer Almonte was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Christopher Kelly, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Kelly stated that “Officer Almonte has done outstanding work since being assigned to the Second Division,” and that he has received “numerous reports from other officers and civilians regarding her demeanor and level of professionalism while handling calls on the street.”
Lieutenant Kelly reported that during the month of May, Officer Almonte continued to work at a very high level, making several arrests and assisting on many others. He further stated that on May 27th, she and other Second Division officers took an individual into custody who has a very lengthy history of drug use and B&E type crimes. According to Lieutenant Kelly, other agencies were also committing their resources to take this known suspect into custody.
Lieutenant Kelly discussed a number of additional May 2014 arrests involving Officer Almonte, including the following:
• On May 5th, she responded to a fight call on Broad Street and arrested a possible suspect from the disturbance for a default warrant.
• On May 15th, she arrested a person for operating unlicensed.
• On May 22nd, she arrested a person on a violation of probation warrant.
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• On May 28th, she arrested a person for leaving the scene after personal injury and unlicensed operation and on May 29th, she made another default warrant arrest.
Lieutenant Kelly also reported that Officer Almonte assisted S.I.U. on May 23rd, working undercover during a John Law Sting Operation; and that Lieutenant Haberek and other S.I.U. officers all spoke very highly of her performance. She further stated that during this successful operation, Officer Almonte was able to assist S.I.U. and arrest over a dozen people.
According to Lieutenant Kelly, “Officer Almonte demonstrated a high level of proactive policing on dispatched calls, checking for warrants, car stops to check on license statuses, and as well as conducting self-initiated arrests. Her extremely thorough work ethic resulted in numerous arrests and self-initiated actions.”
From the period of June 23, 2014 – July 22, 2014, Officer Jennifer Almonte has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Almonte for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: July 11, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Jeffrey Trahant
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Jeffrey Trahant, who is assigned to the First Division. Officer Trahant was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant David Brown, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Brown stated that Officer Trahant, who is assigned to Car 16 patrolling East Lynn, is a “hard-working and diligent officer.” He further mentioned that the sergeants who supervise Officer Trahant “praise him for his route ownership and willingness to address quality of life issues.”
According to Lieutenant Brown, the supervisors took notice of how self-motivated Officer Trahant was during the busy July 4th holiday period; and they were aware of him continuously stepping up to help clear calls. Lieutenant Brown also said that “Officer Trahant is identified by his supervisors as always willing to be the primary officer during life-threatening and serious situations, and is recognized for drafting well-written reports, especially for incidents with chaotic and convoluted circumstances.”
In addition, Lieutenant Brown noted the following examples of Officer Trahant’s proactive efforts:
• Officer Trahant, along with several other officers, recently responded to a B&E in progress on Chestnut Street at a problematic location. This resulted in the arrest of 2 known suspects.
• He was also the primary officer in the recent arrest of a known male suspect, who was charged with disorderly conduct, and ABPO.
55 2014 Officer of the Month From the period of July 23, 2014 – August 22, 2014, Officer Jeffrey Trahant has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Trahant for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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56 2014 Officer of the Month LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: August 14, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Edward Cauley
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit, who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Edward Cauley, who is assigned to the Third Division. Officer Cauley was nominated for this honor by Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Deputy Chief Desmarais stated that “Officer Cauley is a dependable officer who quietly goes about his work.” He noted several recent incidents involving Officer Cauley, including his efforts on August 11th, when he successfully petitioned at Lynn District Court for a Section 35 for an individual with a long history of alcohol abuse. As reported by Deputy Chief Desmarais, “this may get this individual the help he needs with his alcoholism; but it also reduces call volume, as he has been the impetus for many calls to the department regarding an intoxicated individual or a man down.” Deputy Chief Desmarais further added that he received positive feedback from Tudi Bartlett of Lynn District Court regarding Officer Cauley’s efforts on this case.
Deputy Desmarais also discussed an incident on August 7th, when Officer Cauley and Officer Mark Duran made a “routine” stop of a party operating a scooter. In additional to the traffic violation, this stop also led to the suspect’s arrest on an outstanding warrant and narcotics charges. In a follow-up email, Captain Mark O’Toole also commented on this arrest, pointing out that “it was a good illustration for a new officer on the importance of motor vehicle enforcement and how it can impact narcotics activity.”
From the period of August 23, 2014 – September 22, 2014, Officer Edward Cauley has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Cauley for a job well done.
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58 2014 Officer of the Month
LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: September 11, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Domingo Polonia
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Domingo Polonia, who is assigned to the Third Division. Officer Polonia was nominated for this honor by Sergeant Richard Carrow, and this nomination was also seconded by and approved by many of our CO’s/OIC’s.
In his written nomination, Sergeant Carrow stated that “Officer Polonia always performs an outstanding job in his assignment as a House/Dispatch officer and displays a high level of professionalism and dedication to duty on a daily basis.” He further explained that during the day the signal room can get extremely busy and chaotic as major or multiple incidents begin to unfold; and “Officer Polonia always remains balanced, calm and professional, which is incredibly beneficial to accomplishing the particular objective.”
Sergeant Carrow also mentioned that there are usually a large amount of general requests for various checks and services that come from Route Officers, Special Units, Command staff and outside agencies, and that “Officer Polonia is always very knowledgeable and proficient with the entire Signal Room system operations and functions.” He stated that “Officer Polonia often goes the extra distance to try and dig up or obtain additional information or facts to assist the officers who are out in the field on stops and investigations.” Sergeant Carrow also relayed that Officer Polonia has been very helpful to newer officers in many aspects of the job, and readily offers assistance with language translation to anyone who needs the assistance.
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In addition to the nomination I received from Sergeant Carrow, I also received follow-up emails from Captain Michael Vail, Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan and Lieutenant Marie Hanlon all praising the professionalism and dedication of Officer Polonia.
From the period of September 23, 2014 – October 22, 2014, Officer Domingo Polonia has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Polonia for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: October 10, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Jennifer Almonte
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Jennifer Almonte, who is assigned to the Second Division. Officer Almonte was nominated for this honor by Sergeant Richard Carrow, and this nomination was also seconded and approved by many of our COs/OICs, including Second Division CO Lieutenant James Flynn.
In his written nomination, Sergeant Carrow reported that Officer Almonte recently worked in an undercover capacity for the SIU in a counterfeit trademark case, and that her efforts led to the October 3, 2014 arrest of an individual who had previously been arrested for similar crimes.
Sergeant Carrow further stated that, “Officer Almonte does a terrific job with all aspects of police work, day in and day out.” He explained that she has assisted the SIU with other undercover roles in the past, and in addition to that role, “Officer Almonte continuously maintains a high level of professionalism and devotion to duty in her capacity as a Second Division Patrol officer.” Sergeant Carrow also discussed Officer Almonte’s role in assisting with the early delivery of a baby on September 05, 2014, while working with Officer Economou, and praised “her work ethic and commitment to excellence as a police officer.” Sergeant Carrow also mentioned that he conferred with Lieutenant Flynn regarding Officer Almonte’s nomination and “he wholeheartedly agreed she was a very worthy choice.” As stated by Lieutenant Flynn, “Officer Almonte is a consummate professional who does an outstanding job on Division. If she is not directly involved in a call it seems that she is always first on scene to back up her co-workers.” Lieutenant Flynn noted a recent incident where Officer Almonte brought in several curfew violators and “was a calming and positive influence with the kids and the parents involved.”
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From the period of October 23, 2014 – November 22, 2014, Officer Jennifer Almonte has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Almonte for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: November 14, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Michael McHale
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Michael McHale, who is assigned to the Second Division. Officer McHale was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant James Flynn, and this nomination was also seconded and approved by many of our COs/OICs.
In his written nomination, Lieutenant Flynn reported that Officer McHale is “a seasoned veteran officer who has been assigned to the Second Division for over 15 years, and is currently working downtown in Cars 9 and 15.” He went on to say that “Officer McHale wears many hats for the department, including being a firearms instructor, a paramedic, a first responder instructor, as well as a volunteer member of the SRT.” Lieutenant Flynn also stated that “Officer McHale is valued by his sergeants as a field training officer, due to his tactical soundness and training ability; and also that “he handles all of his calls to the best of his ability and knows the players on his route.”
Lieutenant Flynn also provided the following examples of serious calls over the past month involving Officer McHale, in which “favorable outcomes may have been different had he not been involved:”
• On 10/4/2014, the department received a call regarding a party who had overdosed in a suicide attempt. After this individual was found unconscious in front of a North Common Street location, Officer McHale performed CPR on him, and saved his life.
• On 10/18/2014, Officer McHale was assigned to Car 15 with his partner Officer Bashko. While investigating a party they found slumped over the wheel of a vehicle at a Tudor Street location, they were also able to make an arrest and recover a loaded firearm.
As stated by Lieutenant Flynn, “Officer McHale backs up his fellow officers and is a true asset to the Second Division.”
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From the period of November 23, 2014 – December 22, 2014, Officer Michael McHale has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer McHale for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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LYNN POLICE DEPARTMENT 300 WASHINGTON STREET LYNN, MA 01902
MEMORANDUM
To: Commanding Officers All Divisions
From: Chief Kevin F. Coppinger
Date: December 14, 2014
Re: Officer of the Month – Officer Raymond Therrien
The ‘Officer of the Month’ award recognizes the efforts of an individual with the rank of patrol officer from Division or a Special Unit who has demonstrated exceptional dedication in the performance of his/her duties during the previous month. I am very pleased to announce that our selection for this month’s LPD ‘Officer of the Month’ is Officer Raymond Therrien, who is assigned to the Third Division. Officer Therrien was nominated for this honor by Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan, and this nomination was also seconded and approved by many of our COs/OICs.
According to Lieutenant Dunnigan, this nomination was suggested to him by several of Officer Therrien's partners and abutting Route Cars. He also relayed that Officer Therrien’s supervisors Sergeant Godbout and Sergeant Wojewodzic had very high praise for his work efforts over the past month and offered their support for his nomination as ‘Officer of the Month’.
Lieutenant Dunnigan relayed that Sergeant Godbout has praised Officer Therrien’s efforts, stating that “he has gone the extra step on several of his calls by doing his own follow- ups; taking the time to fill out the necessary complaints and warrants, as well as conducting interviews for potential suspects.”
He also mentioned that Officer Therrien has been the "point of contact" for Walmart, since his aggressive follow ups on routine shoplifting cases have resulted in several arrests and recovery of some of their merchandise. Lieutenant Dunnigan explained that “instead of taking a routine shoplifting report, Officer Therrien has reviewed videotape, run plates, and used this information to track down shoplifters who have been found to be involved in various other crimes. He has established a close working relationship with the Walmart management and their security team.”
Lieutenant Dunnigan reported that over the past month, Officer Therrien referred several candidates to our Behavioral Health Unit and “his referrals have resulted in many clients getting the necessary mental health services they need.” He also stated that on
65 2014 Officer of the Month several occasions, “he has been more than willing to petition and testify for a Section 35 with the court and his efforts have been praised by Tudy Bartlett and the other mental health clinicians at the court.”
As stated by Lieutenant Dunnigan, “Officer Therrien works well with his partners and other fellow officers in addressing the complaints on their route, and regularly asks for assistance or advice when addressing a quality of life issue that needs to be solved. He also works closely with some of the City Hall workers to address these concerns and complaints.”
From the period of December 23, 2014 – January 22, 2015, Officer Raymond Therrien has been given the exclusive use (24/7) of a designated parking space, which is located right next to the spaces currently reserved for our Captains.
Congratulations and thank you to Officer Therrien for a job well done.
______Kevin F. Coppinger Chief of Police
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66 George Hanna Award for Bravery
On November 19, 2014, Lynn Police Officers John Bernard, Joshua Hilton, and Paul Scali received the Trooper George L. Hanna Award for their actions in responding to an aggressive and potentially dangerous individual while on duty on September 5, 2013. This award ceremony has become one of the premiere State House events and is an opportunity to publicly recognize the bravery of all who dedicate themselves to law enforcement. The Hanna Award is considered the state’s highest law enforcement honor. These police officers were recognized for their efforts to subdue an Iraq War veteran, reportedly suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder, who was ultimately fatally shot by one of the officers after he grabbed another officers gun, (click on the link below for more information). http://www.itemlive.com/news/lynn-officers-prove-their-mettle-governor-presents- them-with-medals/article_d0e284ee-7073-11e4-b612-1bce8f009a14.html
Governor Deval Patrick presented Officers John Bernard, Joshua Hilton, and Paul Scali with the George L. Hanna Award for bravery at the State House. Trooper Hanna was shot and killed in the line of duty during a traffic stop in Auburn Massachusetts on Saturday February 26, 1983. This Award Ceremony has been held annually since 1983.
67 George Hanna Award for Bravery
Several Police Officers composed of all ranks posed for a picture with the Hanna Award Winners.
68 Noteworthy moments
Lynn Police Memorial Renovation and Rededication
On November 1, 2014, hundreds of police officers, fire fighters, and spectators attended a ceremony in the Pine Grove Cemetery for the renovation and rededication of the Lynn Police Memorial.
The Lynn Police Memorial was erected at Pine Grove Cemetery in 1964 by the Lynn Police Relief Association to honor those officers who have given the ultimate sacrifice in serving the City of Lynn. 2014 marked the 50th anniversary of the Police Memorial and to commemorate the LPRA engaged in a total renovation of the site.
Above Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan and Officer Michael O’Connell stand at attention during the ceremony with the Lynn Police Officers standing aligned behind them.
On the left Chief Kevin Coppinger addresses the crowd partaking in the ceremony.
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Halloween at the Station
Every Halloween the Lynn Police Department invites children and families into the station to receive a bag of treats. This year Walmart donated all the candy and the children from Girls Inc. assisted police officers in making the goody bags for the trick- or-treaters. The police station served the trick-or- treaters candy between the hours of 4 p.m. & 8 p.m.
New York City Shooting
Two New York City Police Officers were shot and killed with no warning or provocation on December 20, 2014. Officers Rafeal Ramos & Wenjian Liu were targeted for their uniforms and for the responsibility they embraced to keep New York City safe. Several Lynn Police Officers attended the funeral for the slain New York officers and posed for this photograph after the funeral.
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Student Government Day
Each spring the Lynn Police Department participates in Student Government Day. All the department heads throughout the city are appointed a student from one of the four Lynn Public Schools who is assigned to them for a good part of the day. The students gain valuable experience and an up close look at how departments operate.
Cops for Kids With Cancer
Retired Boston Police Superintendent in Chief Robert Faherty and fellow Cops for Kids with Cancer volunteers, joined Chief Kevin F. Coppinger and Lynn Police Officers in donating $5,000.00 to Lynn resident Rayquan Fregeau and his mother, Brenda Haynes.
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RIDE TO REMEMBER
On Saturday September 20, 2014, Lieutenant Marie Hanlon, Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan, Officer Kelly Alyward, and Officer Pablo Figueroa joined a group comprised of approximately 300 Police Officers, State Troopers, Federal Agents, and law enforcement family members who pedaled their bicycles 106 miles over the hills of Western Mass, through the Boston Marathon route, and into the City of Boston. The ride concluded at the State House Law Enforcement Memorial with a ceremony honoring police officers who have sacrificed their lives in the line of duty.
72 Crime Trends & Statistics
The UCR CRIME REPORTS (UCR) Program is a nationwide, cooperative summary statistical effort of more than 17,000 city, university and college, county, state, tribal, and federal law enforcement agencies voluntarily reporting data on crimes brought to their attention. The UCR Program collects offense info for the following crimes: aggravated assault, forcible rape, murder, robbery, arson, burglary, larceny-theft, and motor vehicle theft. It also collects information on the characteristics of persons arrested, victims and offenders in homicides and non-negligent manslaughter, and offenders in hate crimes. Overall the City of Lynn experienced a 5% decrease in its crime rate compared to 2013.
Lynn Police Year Year Year Year Year Department 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Statistics Crimes-FBI Index 3269 3436 3246 3213 2972 Crimes (UCR) Total Aggravated Assault 464 522 476 509 465 Auto Theft 300 344 268 249 219 Burglary 605 731 609 522 445 Forcible Rape 43 26 43 35 20 Larcenies 1642 1627 1673 1703 1657 Murder and non- 3 3 2 3 3 negligent Homicide Robbery 212 183 175 192 163 Incident Reports 11194 13274 12852 13,235 13,750 Generated by Lynn Police Motor Vehicle 11886 11043 12529 13,916 16,474 Citations Issued by Lynn Police Restraining Orders 1217 1213 1098 1101 1034 (New) Pawns 15892 18140 18849 17900 16,362 Protective Custody 220 187 263 315 326 Support Staff 16 15 15 15 15 Sworn Officers 173- 173- 181- 181- 181- (Beginning of year- 173 183 181 185 185 End of year)
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The murder rate remained the same in 2014 with 3 murders.
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Rapes went down 43% in 2014 and dropped from 35 rapes in 2013 to 20 rapes in 2014.
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Robberies went down 15% during 2014 dropping from 192 to 163 in number.
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Burglaries decreased 15% during 2014 dropping from 522 to 445 in number.
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Motor vehicle larceny was down 12% in 2014 dropping from 249 to 219.
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Lynn Police Department YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR YEAR Statistics 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 Accidents-Total 3196 3329 3158 3446 2704 Property Damage 2702 2856 2663 2883 2112 Personal Injury 494 473 495 563 592 Fatal 3 2 4 5 4 Arrests 3226 3391 3309 3644 3424 Dispatched Call Total 73932 77379 75622 75271 84404 Top 20 Service Calls 911 Hang up 2272 2272 1802 1543 1478 Alarms 4626 4412 4407 4534 4668 Check Area 5157 7953 8128 6137 7823 Check Person 912 1127 1075 1309 1626 Disturbances 3727 3575 3648 3858 3535 Domestic Related 1750 1688 1653 1434 1607 Fight 942 845 855 780 749 Investigation 1883 1958 1761 1865 1776 Juvenile Problem 926 885 821 807 690 Larceny 1328 1635 1267 1304 1399 Medical Aid 7641 7854 7762 7841 8043 Motor Vehicle Accidents 3497 3491 3359 3567 3582 Motor Vehicle (Parked) 1529 2160 1495 1759 1983 Motor Vehicle Problems 1046 1060 848 905 859 Motor Vehicle Stops 6842 7204 6940 6886 13950 Noise Complaints 4190 3411 3541 3551 3653 Other Service 4754 4940 3689 3335 2820 Serve Paper 3434 3723 3654 4001 3774 Vandalism 1172 1190 1021 888 904
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Heroin Overdoses There is a heroin epidemic in the City of Lynn and throughout this country. The amount of heroin overdoses in Lynn increased 48% during 2014 while heroin overdose deaths increased 84%. Lynn had 189 heroin overdoses in 2013 compared to 280 in 2014. 19 overdose deaths in this city during 2013 rose to 35 heroin overdose deaths in 2014. Legislation was passed in 2014 and funds provided to train police officers in the use of narcan to help save the lives of heroin overdose victims. It is anticipated that all Lynn Police Officers will be trained how to administer narcan to an overdose victim in 2015.
HEROIN OVERDOSES – MONTHLY COMPARISON
MONTH 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014
JANUARY 8 5 3 3 4 3 0 4 6 13 21 FEBRUARY 7 8 6 2 7 2 7 9 9 5 15 MARCH 5 9 4 2 7 9 4 6 11 21 20 APRIL 10 1 2 2 5 30 6 4 15 15 14 MAY 11 9 8 8 7 8 4 9 9 17 42 JUNE 7 10 7 7 6 14 4 15 13 8 24 JULY 8 13 5 8 15 11 6 10 9 17 27 AUGUST 11 6 10 6 7 6 7 6 14 18 21 SEPTEMBER 11 7 6 6 5 3 9 7 9 19 31 OCTOBER 10 6 3 5 6 7 6 5 14 27 15 NOVEMBER 6 7 4 6 2 2 8 7 7 14 20 DECEMBER 8 6 5 5 6 5 10 7 2 15 30
TOTAL: 102 87 63 60 77 100 71 89 118 189 280
DEATHS: 4 11 5 4 4 10 10 9 24 19 35
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With the epidemic of youth gun violence throughout the late 1980’s and 1990’s and the successful development of programs such as “Operation Ceasefire” (also known as the Boston Gun Project) the Lynn Police Department realized the importance of keeping a watchful eye on all incidents that involve the use of a firearm. There were 153 total incidents involving a firearm, 16 persons shot, and 49 recovered firearms in the City of Lynn during 2014.
2014 Firearms Incidents
Period Total Gang Confirmed Shots Fired Persons Firearms Incidents Related Shots Fired Incidents Shot Recovered January 2014 13 6 41 5 3 5 (1) Murder February 2014 3 0 3 1 0 0 March 2014 9 2 5 2 0 3 April 2014 15 5 20 4 2 8 May 2014 12 2 10 4 1 4 June 2014 17 3 30 6 0 3 July 2014 16 2 43 8 2 5 August 2014 17 6 31 11 3 2 (1) Murder September 2014 17 2 12 4 2 2 October 2014 12 2 1 1 0 7 November 2014 8 0 17 5 1 3 (1) Murder December 2014 13 3 7 5 1 9 1/1/14 to 12/31/14 153 33 220 56 16 49 37% of Incidents (3) Murders 1/1/13 to 12/31/13 161 42 237 54 12 50 34% of Incidents 1/1/12 to 12/31/12 119 22 142 44 9 31 37% of Incidents 1/1/11 to 12/31/11 123 27 202 44 18 32 36% of Incidents (1) Murder 1/1/10 to 12/31/10 152 31 204 59 21 47 39% of Incidents 1/1/09 to 12/31/09 142 51 295 75 28 43 55% of Incidents (3) Murders 1/1/08 to 12/31/08 129 55 268 71 36 44 55% of Incidents (4) Murders
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79 Patrol Division
Patrol Captain Christopher Reddy is the supervisor of the Lynn Police Department Patrol Division and the Traffic Unit. Captain Reddy reports to Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais. The Patrol Division is the backbone of the department and under his span of control are five lieutenants, fifteen sergeants, and 101 patrolman. Additionally, Captain Reddy supervises the Traffic Unit, which consists of one sergeant and five patrol officers.
The Patrol Division and the Traffic Unit provide both traditional and community policing services to the citizens of Lynn. Our primary goal is to maintain a professional, highly trained and well educated force of police officers to provide the community with the highest level of police service and protection. Patrol officers handle the initial response to 911 calls, regular calls for police service and complete the initial report of criminal activity. Many criminal investigations are also conducted at the patrol level. Patrol officers are the most visible police presence in the community and it is their job to provide primary law enforcement services to the public 24 hours a day, each and every day of the year. Patrol officers are trained to quickly respond, assess, and manage all kinds of situations. By far, they are the most public element by virtue of their response to calls for service in the community.
The Patrol Division is subdivided into three divisions constructed according to eight hour tours of duty: the First Division (1700 hours – 0100 hours), the Second Division (0100 hours -0900 hours) and the Third Division (0900 hours – 1700 hours).
The uniformed officers assigned to one of the three Patrol Divisions continuously patrol the city’s six routes in marked cruisers, using a combination of six one-officer and four two-officer units. The goal of this “preventive patrol” is to deter crime by maintaining a highly visible presence. It also makes the officers available to respond rapidly to a call for assistance. The department’s reputation is built upon these officers’ interaction with the community.
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Patrolman: July 26, 1993 Sergeant: September 28, 2011 Lieutenant: August 12, 2014
The Commanding Officer of the Third Division is Lieutenant Glenn Dunnigan. Lieutenant Dunnigan’s Division operates from 8:55 a.m. through 4:55 p.m. The street supervisors for the Third Division are Sergeants: Ted Cusack, Henry Wojewodzic, Bob Godbout, Dave McEnaney, and Mike Kmiec.
Patrolman: January 29, 1995 Sergeant: August 23, 2002 Lieutenant: April 20, 2005 The Commanding Officer of the First Division is Lieutenant Dave Brown. Lieutenant Brown’s Division operates from 4:55 p.m. through 12:55 a.m. The street supervisors for the First Division are Sergeants: Donald Gates, Donny Kasle, Tom McDermott, Tim Hallisey, and Larry Wentzell.
Patrolman: October 5, 1992 Sergeant: February 17, 2000 Lieutenant June 7, 2011
Lieutenant Luke Dean is the Executive Officer assigned to the First Division. Lieutenant Dean works two days with Lieutenant Brown and spends time conducting executive assignments while his remaining days he acts as the Commanding Officer of the First Division.
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Patrolman: July 26, 1993 Sergeant: October 3, 2006 Lieutenant: June 3, 2014 The Commanding Officer of the Second Division is Lieutenant Jim Flynn. Lieutenant Jim Flynn’s Division operates from 12:55 a.m. through 8:55 a.m. The street supervisors are Sergeants: Mike Kenny, Tim Magner, Paul Cotter, Rob Avery, and John Geary.
Patrolman: April 8, 1985 Sergeant: August 19, 2003 Lieutenant August 18, 2010
Lieutenant James Shorten is the Relief Commanding Officer for the Second & Third Divisions. Lieutenant Shorten works the “swing shift” and relieves Lieutenant Flynn and Lieutenant Dunnigan on their days off.
Division Comparison Chart
First Division Second Division Third Division Total Calls for Service 32,249 17,104 35,136 84,489 Arrests 1,348 693 1,383 3,424
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Medical Rescue
On April 2, 2014, Kim Dexter and her husband Ken came into the Lynn Police Station to thank Officer Ralph Sirois and Officer Randy Muth for helping to save Kim Dexter’s life a few days prior when they performed CPR on Kim. On March 28, 2014, Car 14 (Officers Ralph Sirois and Officer Randy Muth) responded to the Dexter residence on the call of an unconscious woman. Officers arrived on scene and observed Kimberly Dexter lying on the ground with her face completely blue. Her husband, Kenneth Dexter was performing chest compressions as the officers arrived. Officers asked Mr. Dexter to stop performing chest compressions while they checked for a pulse and conducted an assessment of the patient. Officers found that Kimberly was not breathing and had no pulse. Kenneth Dexter was asked to continue chest compressions as Officer Sirois used the valve mask to perform rescue breathing and Officer Muth setup an automated external defibrillator. The officers continued CPR and the victim was able to regain her pulse and started to breathe on her own. EMS and the fire department arrived on scene and took over the rescue efforts. Kimberly Dexter became verbally responsive in the ambulance.
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Drive-by Shooting
On August 30, 2014, at approximately 2:25 a.m. Lynn Police Officers heard gun shots in the area of 8 Joyce Street and observed motor vehicles traveling at a high rate of speed towards Swampscott. The officers soon learned that someone had shot into an apartment at number 8 Joyce Street and observed several bullet holes and shell casings in the area. Lynn Police Officers transmitted this information over their radio to the Swampscott Police Department. Within a matter of minutes Swampscott had two motor vehicles stopped and requested assistance from the Lynn Police Officers.
Officers responded to Swampscott and observed spent shell casings in one of the motor vehicles which lead to a search of the motor vehicle. Officers discovered a firearm concealed in the vehicle’s glove box. Three suspects were arrested and charged with Illegal Possession of a Firearm, Illegal Discharge of a Firearm, Assault with a Dangerous Weapon (Handgun), and Possession of a High Capacity Magazine (able to hold 31 rounds of ammunition).
Pictured on the left is a window and apartment at 8 Joyce Street that was struck by the gunfire in the early morning hours of August 30th. Below is a picture of the firearm that was confiscated from the glove box of the SUV stopped in the town of Swampscott.
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Animal Rescue
On a warm summer evening during 2014, Officer Kelly Aylward was working Car 11 and received a call to check on the well-being of a goat in the area of Lynn Woods and Pennybrook Road. Officer Aylward found a pregnant goat that was blind and had been abandoned. The Animal Rescue League was notified and responded to assist Officer Aylward with the goat.
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Sgt. Edward Shinnick Sergeant Edward Shinnick is the supervisor of the Traffic Division and falls under the command of Captain Christopher Reddy. Sergeant Shinnick is the direct supervisor for the Traffic Safety Unit and the Accident Investigation Unit. Sergeant Shinnick plays several roles as a supervisor including: overseeing the Insurance Fraud Bureau located directly inside the Lynn Police Station, handling citation hearings at the courthouse for both criminal and civil citations, and writing traffic grants for the Lynn Police Department. Traffic Safety Unit Officer Michael Eddows and Officer Thomas Holland are assigned to the Traffic Safety Unit and proactively target areas of concern for residents and known traffic violations. In particular they target school zones during the school year. These officers are responsible for placing the speed trailer at various locations to remind motorists of speed limits and give them information pertaining to traffic enforcement campaigns such as “Click it or Ticket” & “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over.” Officers Eddows and Holland issued over 4,500 motor vehicle citations during 2014. They fall under the command of Sgt. Shinnick and patrol the city streets between the hours of 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Both Officer Michael Eddows and Officer Thomas Holland underwent extensive training in 2014 and completed the International Drug Evaluation and Classification (DEC) Program. These
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officers are now certified drug recognition experts and have the ability to assist other police officers combat an increasing number of OUI drug responses. This certification allows these officers to evaluate suspects through a testing process which includes the horizontal gaze nystagmus, vertical gaze nystagmus, lack of convergence, pupil size and reaction to light, pulse, blood pressure, body temperature, and muscle tone testing. The evaluation provides evidence to help obtain convictions and serves an important function of ruling out medical conditions and reducing liability. Traffic Investigation Unit Officer John Meaney, Officer Robert LeBlanc, and Officer John Folan, are assigned to the Traffic Investigation Unit and work eight hour shifts between the hours of 8:30 a.m. through 12:00 a.m. They supplement the Patrol Division by investigating hit and run crashes, serious bodily injury crashes, and fatal crashes. They are trained in accident reconstruction and work hand in hand with the Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Team.
2014 Traffic Division Statistics
Citations issued Crashes Fatalities Personal Injury No Injuries 16,474 2,704 4 592 2,112
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Insurance Fraud Bureau Lead Investigator Matt Wrinn is an employee for the Insurance Fraud Bureau of Massachusetts (IFB) and his office is located directly inside the Lynn Police Station. The IFB is a unique investigative agency dedicated to protecting the public by uncovering and eliminating insurance fraud. The Traffic Division continues to team up with the Insurance Fraud Bureau in order to investigate fraudulent accidents, false injury claims, and fraud associated with stolen motor vehicles. The IFB was created by the Massachusetts Legislature in 1990 and is wholly funded by the insurance agency. The organization has proved to be highly effective and reduced claims by hundreds of millions of dollars and led to the reduction in auto insurance rates. If you suspect fraudulent activity you can contact the IFB on their confidential helpline at 1-800-32Fraud (1- 800-323-7283). Officer Robert LeBlanc works directly with the IFB and had 12 open ongoing cases of insurance fraud for 2014 in this city. The IFB has processed over 149 cases of suspected insurance fraud in the City of Lynn since 2003. Taxi Cab Inspections On June 11 - 12 the City of Lynn performed its annual taxi and livery vehicle inspections requested on behalf of Mary Audley, City Clerk of Lynn. This inspection involves the verification of proper licensing and registration of the vehicles and the operators of such vehicles, the proper markings inside and outside of the vehicles and copies of the city ordinances. The vehicle safety inspection was held at the City of Lynn DPW Garage. It was conducted by Officer Bob LeBlanc, DPW Supervisor Anthony Gately, DPW mechanic’s Ron D’Urso, Ron MacDonald and Peter Barry. Also assisting with this inspection were the Registry of Motor Vehicles Safety & Compliance Inspection Unit and the Department of Environmental Protection’s Inspection and Maintenance Division.
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Taxi & Livery Inspection Summary Taxi’s Inspected Passed Failed Rejected / Cited Towed 50 24 26 9 7 Livery Inspected Passed Failed Rejected Cited Towed 34 27 7 0 1 TOTAL 84 51 33 9 8
Traffic Grants Sergeant Shinnick & Captain Christopher Reddy are responsible for writing and implementing traffic grants. These grants include the Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant, Traffic Enforcement Grant, (which includes traditional programs such as Click It or Ticket & Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over), and the Pedestrian Grant. The Executive Office of Public Safety and Security Highway Safety Division (EOPSS) Office has chosen the City of Lynn as one of seven local police departments to receive funding for the Sustained Traffic Enforcement (STEP) Program. This program is new and the STEP Grant is based upon data from the Massachusetts Traffic Records Analysis Center (MassTRAC), geography, and size of population. These grants are targeted to enforcement surrounding Click It or Ticket and Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over which are programs funded by EOPSS. The Lynn Police Department was awarded $87,300.00 through the STEP Grant in 2014. This program is a data driven, sustained high visibility, yearlong traffic enforcement effort to provide maximum visibility to drivers by law enforcement patrols for deterrent purposes (click on the link to see Lynn Police Video promoting the STEP Grant). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKZNKobOXkc. In addition to the Step Grant the Lynn Police Department was awarded the Pedestrian Grant in 2014. This grant is the result of a study conducted by MassDOT and the Strategic Highway Safety Plan that shows accidents involving pedestrians and bicycles are trending upward. The study showed that 17% of all fatalities and 14% of all hospitalizations from 2004 - 2011 involved pedestrians and bicycles. The Lynn Police Department was awarded $32,200.00 dollars with the goal of reducing the number of fatalities and injuries by 20% in five years. This program is a little different than previous stepped up enforcement programs with the Highway Safety Division of EOPSS, because the work entails not just issuing citations and warnings but to assist with the awareness and education surrounding pedestrian and bicycle safety.
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Pictured from left to right are Erin Huckabee, Jennifer Waczkowski, and Roberto “Tito” Rodriguez. This trio are mental health and substance abuse clinicians who comprise the Behavioral Health Unit located inside the Lynn Police Station. This Unit is new and was formed on the premise that the prevalence of mental illness and substance abuse problems in Lynn is a driving force behind many crimes and arrests that take place in our city.
The Lynn Police Department was awarded two concurrent grants in 2014 to address mental illness and substance abuse issues that police officers often encounter during the performance of their duties. Officers are faced with making a decision to arrest an individual for often times minor offenses, when the need for much of this population is increased mental health and substance abuse services. When officers do make arrests for these offenses they are often released without a mechanism to address their need for treatment. Erin Huckabee, Jennifer Waczkowski and Roberto Tito Rodriguez are working with police to help keep people out of jail and into more appropriate services.
In the spring of 2014, the Lynn Police Department received a competitive grant from the Department of Mental Health to fund a Jail Diversion Program and a Behavioral Health Grant from the Attorney General’s Office making it possible to develop a program that can significantly improve these issues. Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais and Aaron Katz, Director of Mental Health Services at Eliot Community Human Services, were instrumental in writing these grants. It is hoped that this program will become a model for how police departments can partner with other agencies in order to more effectively deal with special populations.
The Lynn Police Department Program consists of a Behavioral Health Unit located on the first floor of the Lynn Police Station and staffed full time by three professional mental health and substance abuse clinicians Monday through Friday. The clinicians provide assessment services, short term treatment, linkages and referrals to mental health and substance abuse services, and follow up support to ensure adherence to services. The clinicians quite often go on a “ride-along” with officers and respond to locations with potential clients who may be suffering from a form of mental illness or substance abuse. The clinicians also meet their clients by reviewing overdose and arrests reports, and clients who walk into the station and request to speak with them. The key to the program is communication between Lynn Police Officers and the clinicians. Lynn Police Officers are urged to refer individuals in the community who are struggling with mental illness or battling addiction to the Behavioral Health Unit in the hopes that we may be preventing crime, an overdose, or other incidents requiring a police response from occurring down the road.
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Patrolman: May 5, 1986 Sergeant: October 5, 1994 Lieutenant: March 25, 1997 Captain: November 21, 2000
Captain Mark O’Toole is the supervisor of the Criminal Investigation Division. The following units fall under his span of control: Detectives Unit, Lynn Drug Task Force, Domestic Violence Unit, Youth Services Unit, Special Investigations Unit, Identification Unit and the Gang Unit. Captain O’Toole reports to the Deputy Chief of Operations, Leonard Desmarais.
Captain Mark O’Toole is an Administrative Captain in charge of Criminal Investigations. His duties include managing personnel, approving reports and supervising all major crime investigations within the department. He also conducts investigations and works on the street with the units under his command. In addition, the Criminal Investigation Division is the department point of contact for other law enforcement agencies conducting their own investigations. They work very closely with local departments, State Police, the District Attorney’s Office and Federal Agencies.
Executive Officer in Charge
Patrolman: February 14, 1983 Sergeant: March 9, 1993 Lieutenant: March 21, 2000
Lieutenant Thomas Reddy is the Executive Officer in Charge of the Lynn Police Detective Unit comprised of Lieutenant Christopher Kelly, Detectives Timothy Ferrari, Stephen Pohle, Paul Galatis and Thomas Mulvey. The Unit is responsible for the follow up of all major crimes as well as any others requiring an investigation.
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Patrolman: July 28, 1997 Sergeant: April 20, 2005 Lieutenant: October 27, 2009
Lieutenant Chrisl Kel y joined the Detectives Unit in June of 2014. He has attended several training academies since joining this unit including Col. Henry F. William Homicide Seminar which took place in Albany, New York, search warrant training, and training with the Department of Transitional Assistance for fraud with EBT and food stamp cards. Lieutenant Kelly shares the case load with all the detectives assigned to the unit and his responsibilities include larcenies, robberies, home break-ins and homicides.
Detective Timothy Ferrari Detective Steve Pohle
Detective Paul Galatis Detective Tom Mulvey
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Roberta Davis is a data entry operator who works inside the Criminal Investigation Division assisting the Scam Awareness detectives.
Lynn Police Detectives handle an inordinate number of cases that involve persons who are the reported victims of a fraud or some type of scam. The sad part of this story is that these crimes could be easily avoided with the use of a little common sense. The Lynn Police Department receives calls almost every day on some type of scam. Whether it is a rental property scam, Craigslist scam, paving scam, lottery scam, or an accident scam involving a loved one in another country, they all have the same type of modus operandi or method of operation. If it sounds too good to be true it is! Internet scams involving Facebook and Craigslist occur every day and can all be avoided if the users of Craigslist and Facebook would simply read their directions and advice. The advice posted on these websites is strongly supported by law enforcement agencies and applies to all types of scams. Adhere to these rules and you won’t become the victim of a scam. •Deal locally, face-to-face, follow this one rule and avoid 99% of scam attempts. •Do not extend payment to anyone you have not met in person. •Beware of offers involving shipping, deal with locals you can meet in person. •Never wire funds, (e.g. Western Union). Anyone who asks you to is a scammer. •Don't accept cashier/certified checks or money orders. Banks cash fakes, then hold you responsible. •Transactions are between users only, no third party provides a "guarantee". •Never give out financial info (bank account, social security, paypal account, etc). •Do not rent or purchase sight unseen as that amazing "deal" may not exist. •Refuse background/credit checks until you have met landlord/employer in person.
Don’t become a victim of a scam and call the police before you cash that check you received or wire those funds to someone whom you have never met. It is worth taking the extra time to check things out. If you think you are the victim of a scam in Lynn please call us because we want to know. Thank you.
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Bank Robberies On October 14, 2014, Lynn Police Detectives captured a suspect who was responsible for robbing three banks over a period of several months. Eastern Bank on Market Street was robbed twice and Century Bank on Market Street was robbed by the same suspect. The images of t he robberies were captured by the bank’s surveillance systems and sent out over social media web sites which led to the arrest of a fifty-eight-year-old suspect charged with committing these robberies. Attached is a copy of the flyer that was put out over social media.
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The Identification Unit is comprised of Detectives Richard Frampton, (on left), and Howard McCollin, (below), who report to Captain Mark O’Toole. Both detectives have received specialized training from the Massachusetts State Police, F.B.I., and other agencies in fingerprint classification, advanced latent fingerprint recovery, collection of physical evidence, basic and advance forensic photography, buccal DNA collection, and crime scene investigation. Detective Frampton retired in August of 2014.
Both detectives work from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and have a four days on two days off work week. They are on call as necessary twenty-four hours a day. The Identification Unit responds to all major crimes to process c rime scenes. This includes photographing, collecting and documenting physical evidence, and processing finger prints at a crime scene. The unit also photographs major motor vehicle accidents, physical injuries, recovered property, graffiti, hate crimes, and other incidents, for documentation and court purposes.
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The Special Investigations Unit (SIU) consists of a lieutenant and four patrol officers working in a plain-clothes capacity, under the direction of the Captain of Detectives, Mark O’Toole. The members of the unit are Lieutenant Stephen Haberek and Detectives Michael Kelter, Ross Panacopoulos, Richard Fucci, and Ed Pettipas. They are assigned a nighttime schedule, from 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., and their primary areas of responsibility are prostitution, street-level narcotics enforcement, gaming, licensed establishments, and CID support. The following is a summary of the work completed by the Special Investigations Unit during 2014.
2014 S.I.U. ARREST TOTAL Warrant Arrests 48 Drug Arrests 37 Prostitution Related Arrests 61 20 Females 41 Males Gambling 2 Misc. 29 Total Arrests 175
Drug Investigation Search Warrants Arrests Executed 30 Estes Street 2 9 Nichols Street 1 7 Holland Ave 2 71 Harwood Street 2 22 Warren Street 2 24 Mall Street 2
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John Law Stings
SIU conducted four "John Law Stings" between April 2014 and June 2014 that resulted in the arrest of 39 males attempting to solicit an undercover female police officer to have sex. Street level prostitution is an ongoing problem that affects the quality of life in our community and is directly linked to drug use and other criminal activities. Prostitution attracts a growingr numbe of males looking to pay for illegal sexual favors. Along with consistent and continuous enforcement of the overt prostitution violations by females, SIU conducts periodic enforcement that targets the male participants, "John Law Stings". The goal of these "John Law Stings" is to arrest the offenders and hopefully discourage future "Johns" from illegally soliciting sex from females in Lynn.
2014 John Law Operations Arrests John Law April 24, 2014 9 John Law March 27, 2014 7 John Law May 23, 2014 15 John Law May 29, 2014 8
Alcohol Enforcement
• Compliance Checks March 25, 2014
On March 25, 2014, SIU Officers conducted alcohol compliance checks at thirty-five licensed establishments across the city. These compliance checks were conducted in accordance with the guidelines set forth by the ABCC. During the checks three underage volunteers from Girl’s Inc. assisted the detectives. The volunteers signed ABCC Compliance Check Guidelines Release forms and were given breath tests prior to the start of checks. The volunteers attempted to purchase an alcoholic beverage at each of the establishments.
• Improper ID Checks July 10, 2014
The Lynn Police Department recognizes the problem of underage drinking and conducted several ABCC recognized enforcement efforts to combat this problem. The Lynn Police Department along with Girl’s Inc. worked together to combat underage drinking by conducting Compliance Checks and Improper ID Checks at off premises license establishments.
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• Cops in Shops August 9, 2014
On August 9, 2014, SIU Officers conducted a "Cops in Shops" operation at several liquor establishments. These liquor establishments were chosen as locations where underage persons typically try to purchase alcohol. One undercover officer was inside the store and the other was stationed outside. Our objective was to take appropriate enforcement action against underage persons that try to buy alcohol and adults that procure alcohol for minors. The operation was conducted between the hours of 1400 to 1800hrs. The operation was funded through a grant the department received from the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security’s Highway Safety Division.
• Shoulder Tap Operation November 13, 2014
SIU personnel conducted a "Shoulder Tap" operation with Girls Inc. on Thursday, November 13, 2014. "Shoulder Tap" operations have become a nationally accepted technique used by local law enforcement to detect and deter any person from furnishing alcohol to minors. Minors typically use the "shoulder tap" method of getting alcohol by standing outside of a liquor store or market and asking adults to buy them alcohol. During our operation, we had two female volunteers, sixteen and eighteen y/o, from Girl Inc. who solicited adults outside of three licensed establishments. The underage volunteers were supervised by SIU Detectives and Girl’s Inc. Coordinator of Substance Abuse Prevention Programs, Andrea El-Turkmani. The volunteers asked every patron to buy them alcohol. If the adult said, “No”, then the volunteer thanked them and gave them a ‘MADD, Youth in Action’, card. (See attachment). If the adult said, “Yes”, the volunteer thanked them and gave them a different card. SIU conducted this operation at Mikes Liquors, Debro Liquors, and Sullivan’s Liquor. SIU detectives told all the businesses what they were doing and all were supportive and grateful. All but two adults refused to buy alcohol for the minors. The two that considered it were given the card and informed that they could have been arrested if they had bought alcohol for the minors. This operation was funded by a grant secured by Girl’s Inc. and proven to be successful in other communities.
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Gambling Search Warrant
The Special Investigations Unit continues to address the problem of illegal gambling in our city. Illegal gambling can create an environment that fosters other crimes such as assaults and robberies. It is often directly linked to more organized criminal activity. Early January 2014, SIU received information indicating illegal betting on non-state lottery taking place in the “bodega” at 391 Essex St, Vista Market. S.I.U. Detectives conducted an investigation and determined that bets were being taken over the counter.
On January 18, 2014, S.I.U. detectives executed a search warrant at 391 Essex Street. Detectives discovered evidence consistent with registering bets and arrested two males working behind the counter for Illegally Managing a Gaming Enterprise.
Counterfeit Goods Sting
The illegal sale of “knock off” or counterfeit goods in the US is a growing problem. These markets have an adverse impact on our economy. Often the revenues from counterfeit markets are used to fund criminal and terrorist organizations. During the fall of 2014, SIU became engaged in an investigation involving the illegal sales of counterfeit goods at the Mass Merchandise Mart on the Lynnway. On October 03, 2014, SIU conducted an operation and sent an undercover officer into identified booths or rooms at Mass Merchandise and purchased counterfeit goods. As a result of this operation hundreds of counterfeit items were seized including handbags, shoes, glasses, cell phones, phone parts, and cases. The owner of one of the fashion apparel booths was placed under arrest for Items Bearing A Counterfeit Mark while the owner of the another booth was summonsed to court for Possession of Items Bearing a Counterfeit Mark.
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Sergeant Rick Carrow commands the Lynn Drug Task Force and is the direct supervisor of Lynn Police Detectives Michael Ferraro, Michael DiMeglio, and Stephen Emery. Sergeant Carrow reports directly to Captain Mark O’Toole. The goal of the Lynn Drug Task Force is to impact large scale drug distribution and trafficking operations and to make it more difficult for drug dependent persons to obtain their daily dosage and supply of drugs on the street. The Lynn Drug Task force works closely with other state, federal, and outside agencies to combat the drug problem in our city.
LYNN DRUG TASK FORCE STATISTICS ARRESTS SEARCH WARRANTS SEIZURES 264 17 5 Firearms Drug related arrests 170 1 Motor Vehicle Drug warrant arrests 25 Heroin 1,526 Grams ($152,650.00 value) Warrant arrests 29 Cocaine 96.5 Grams ($9,650.00 value) Other 40 Marijuana ($10,970.00 value) Prescription Pills ($10,085.00 value) Cash $1,006,971.00 (most cash is shared/split with other assisting agencies)
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Lieutenant Marie Hanlon is the supervisor of the Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Unit. Lieutenant Hanlon has been in charge of the Domestic Violence Unit since 2000. She oversees the efforts of Detectives Cristine Petruzziello, Joseph Chadbourne, and Roger Tinkham. Together these detectives handle over 200 cases each month. The detectives are specially trained to deal with domestic violence victims and victims of sexual assaults. Lieutenant Marie Hanlon and the Domestic Violence Unit are part of a Steering Committee and Advisory Board for the Essex County Child Abuse Center (CAC). The Domestic Violence Unit outreaches to the community and meets once a month to discuss the most serious cases. The meeting is comprised of Lynn Police, Neighborhood Legal Services, HAWC, Essex County District Attorney’s Office, Essex County Correctional Facility, Probation, Probate Court, Public Schools, and other local police departments in the Lynn District Court jurisdiction. Lieutenant Hanlon and members of the unit are extremely knowledgeable in interviewing persons of a young age. They also investigate some types of computer crime, more specifically, child pornography and other child-related offenses. Unit members attend domestic violence seminars for investigators, search warrant trainings, and seminars on sexual assault investigation, as well as training on family crimes and child abuse. 2014 Domestic Violence Unit Statistics Serious Child Elder Abuse Sexual Assault ECCAP Domestic Physical Abuse Neglect and Investigations Interviews of Violence Cases Disabled Cases Young Children Investigations (mostly sexual abuse victims) 19 31 101 30 1,438 101 Domestic Violence Unit
Cristine Petruzziello Officer: January 29, 1995 Detective: 1997
Joseph Chadbourne Patrolman: July 28, 1997 Detective: Detective 2005
Roger Tinkham Patrolman: April 16, 2001 Detective: 2010
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Lieutenant Peter Holey was placed in charge of the Youth Services Unit in August of 2014. The unit had been under the supervision of Lieutenant Michael Vail until he was promoted to the rank of Captain and replaced by Lieutenant Peter Holey. The Youth Services Unit consists of the Juvenile Unit, Gang Unit, School Safety Officer, and School Resource Officers who all report to Lieutenant Peter Holey. The Juvenile Unit consists of Detectives Anne Magner & Jen Cash. The Gang Unit consists of Detectives Sergeant Ed Nardone, Gary Hagerty, Chris Hagerty, and Steve Withrow. Officer Bob Ferrari is the School Safety Officer, and there are four School Resource Officers that include Officers: Bob Hogan, Oren Wright, Ryan McDermott, and Mark Lee. Juvenile Unit Detective Anne Magner has been with the Lynn Police Department for over 20 years. She has worked in the Youth Service Department as a school safety officer since 2006 and manages the school crossing guards. There are 42 crossing guards assigned to the public schools in Lynn. Detective Magner coordinates with the crossing guards to make sure that someone is working to help the children cross the street each school day. The crossing guards are trained and provided equipment to make their jobs and children safe in all types of conditions including; the wind, snow, sun, or rain. Detective Magner is responsible for overseeing all missing persons reported to the Lynn Police Department. When someone is reported missing a missing person form is filled out and entered into NCIC. Detective Magner stays in contact with different agencies to get updates and provides information regarding each missing person. She has contacts with The National Center for Missing Exploited Children and is trained to use the “A Child Is Missing Alert System”.
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Detective Jen Cash handles a variety of juvenile incidents both inside and outside of the school. Most of her cases involve children who are below the age of eighteen and not legal adults. Detective Cash has a diverse case load and is busy handling mostly larceny and assault cases. Detective Cash is trained to write search warrants and works closely with our schools, courts, and the Department for Children and Families. Detective Cash teaches school children and their parents about the hazards of substance abuse in our community supported by grant money received through nonprofit organizations. Gang Unit Sergeant Edward Nardone is the supervisor of the Gang Unit. He has been with the Lynn Police Department for 27 years and has been the supervisor of the Gang Unit since 2008. The Lynn Gang Unit is an intricate part of a joint task force called the “North Shore Gang Task Force”. Partnered with the Lynn Gang Unit on the North Shore Gang Task Force are federal, state, and other local law enforcement agencies. This partnership works very well because of the necessity to share information with one another and because gang members reside in so many different communities throughout the Commonwealth. Communication is key to making the unit successful. Sergeant Edward Nardone supervises Detective`s Stephen Withrow, Gary Hagerty, and Chris Hagerty. Since its inception, the Gang Unit has been intricately involved with many initiatives whose goal is developing intelligence and identifying gang members within the City of Lynn as well as surrounding communities. During 2014, the Gang Unit was responsible for hundreds of gang related arrests ranging from serious felony charges to include but not limited to drug possession, drug sales, gun possession, gun sales, and misdemeanors such as trespassing and other offenses related to quality of life concerns. The Gang Unit continues to be dedicated to reducing the impact of gang related criminal activity in the City of Lynn.
GANG UNIT 2014 STATISTICS ARRESTS SEARCH DRUG DRUG MONEY GUN WARRANTS SEIZURES PURCHASES SEIZURES SEIZURES 224 7 Heroin 1.3. Heroin 12.71 $47,054.35 19 oz. oz. Cocaine Cocaine 4.5 17 1.54 oz. oz. Handguns Crack Crack 1 AK 47 Cocaine 11 Cocaine 5.3 Grams oz. Marijuana 1 Mini 14 4.82 lbs.
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School Safety Officer
Officer Robert Ferrari is the head of School Security and Emergency Planning. He has been a Lynn Police Officer for 31 years and has been the Emergency Planning Officer for the past eight years. He is a police liaison and works directly with the Lynn Public Schools. Officer Ferrari has a lot of responsibilities helping keep the schools as safe as possible. He is in charge of developing and implementing the School Emergency Operation Plan, “SEOP”. Officer Ferrari spends much of his time training with the staff, principals, and students from all the Lynn schools by preparing for the worst case scenarios such as: an active shooter, missing student, fire, or a bomb threat. Officer Ferrari works under the direction of Lynn Police Chief Kevin F. Coppinger and Lynn Public Schools Superintendent Catherine Latham. All of the Lynn schools are required to run drills for their SEOP plans. At least twice a year school lock down drills are conducted where members of the Lynn Police Department and members of the Lynn Public Schools Emergency Response Team are strategically placed throughout the building to observe and evaluate a drill. An announcement is made over the intercom and the students and staff are expected to quickly react to any and all emergency announcements. These drills are very important because they allow staff and personnel to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of classroom protocols. The School Emergency Operation Plan includes school safety checks where K-9 dogs are brought into the middle schools and high schools by the Lynn Police Department and the Essex County Sheriff K-9 Unit. School safety checks take place randomly and only the school staff and the police officers have advance notice. This process allows the schools to have a relationship with the Lynn Police Department and other agencies and allows everyone to work together to keep the children safe and our schools drug free. The schools are highly secured with over 700 hundred cameras in the Lynn School district. All the elementary schools, middle schools, and high schools are equipped with a camera system. This camera system is important because it gives the Lynn Police Department and the Emergency Planning Team live access and viewing to any school in the Lynn district. 2014 marks the first year that all Lynn Schools have secure doors in every class room. Each classroom door is now equipped with an intruder lock. Prior to 2014, sixteen of eighteen schools did not have secure classroom doors. Along with this everyone in the school is required to wear ID cards and there is monitoring on who is entering and exiting specific school buildings at specific times.
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School Resource Officers School Resource Officers (SRO’s) continue to be a valuable asset to our department. They serve in their multiple roles as law enforcement officers, as liaisons between the community and the police, and as educators in fields related to law enforcement. The SRO’s act as mentors, utilizing their initiative and creativity to plan numerous programs designed to promote the personal and social responsibility of their students, as well as expanding their educational influence within their schools. Currently there are four SRO officers each assigned at one of the following schools; Pickering Jr. High, Fecteau Leary, Thurgood Marshall, and Breed Junior High.
SRO Officer Bob Hogan Pickering Middle School SRO Officer Oren Wright Fecteau Leary
SRO Officer Ryan McDermott Thurgood Marshall SRO Officer Mark Lee Breed Middle School
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Student Police Academy The Lynn Police Student Academy has had another successful year. The academy is run by the School Resource Officers who fall under the command of Lieutenant Peter Holey. The police academy is in its fourteenth year and offered to kids between the ages of 13-18 who are interested in law enforcement. The academy is modeled after a real police academy and has 40 positions available for cadet training. There is an application process that the children must complete before the cadets are chosen based upon the information they supply in their application. The applications are reviewed by the Lynn Police Department and every year the application entries get larger. In 2013 there were 90 new applicants. The kids learn everything from how a police department works to the training an officer receives while he is in the academy. The children go on field trips to the Middleton Jail, State Police Marine Unit, State House, and the Municipal Police Academy where they get to see what kind of training a real police officer goes through. While attending the academy the children receive visits from the FBI, ATF, attorneys, and members from the Lynn Police Department. It is a very successful program and has graduated 120 cadets in the past 3 years. Teen Drop in Center Lieutenant Peter Holey and the Youth Services Unit, together with Lynn Parks and Recreation run the Teen Drop in Center. The Teen Center is located at Lynn Vocational Technical Institute and operates every Saturday night between the hours of 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Teen Drop in Center first opened in 2006 and is in its ninth year. The Center is a place for kids between the ages of thirteen and eighteen to interact with members of the Lynn Police Department through different games and activities such as basketball and dancing.
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Several Lynn Police Officers can be found inside the Teen Center in both plain clothes and police uniform. Officers often participate with the children in pick-up games of basketball and other activities.
Children who come to the Teen Center are subject to be searched by Lynn Police Officers before being allowed into the building. The Teen Center is funded through a state grant, the Shannon Grant. Police Officers in uniform and plain clothes interact with the kids and run different events each week. The Teen Center averages 168 kids each night and operates on Friday nights instead of Saturday during the school basketball season. This program grows every year in popularity along with the number of children who participate.
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The personnel assigned to staff functions in the Lynn Police Department are mainly concerned with ancillary missions within the department that assure organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Namely, these missions include the collections and tracking of crime trends, forecasting and amending budgets, capital improvements and acquisitions, fleet maintenance, policy development, and training. As technology has advanced and as budgets have become strained, staff functions play an increasingly important role in support of the many missions of the Lynn Police Department. The Lynn Police Department budget includes annual allotments for both payroll and expenses. Our fiscal year runs from July 1st to June 30th. The daily responsibilities for budget preparation and review are assigned to the Confidential Assistant to the Chief, Elizabeth Polonsky and the Deputy Chief of Administration, Michael Mageary. Other key members in the civilian support staff play a vital role in the budget process. For the fiscal year 2014, the Lynn Police Department Budget was $19,899,182.00 of this amount, $18,797,908.00 (94%) was for the Payroll Budget and the remaining $1,101,274.00 (6 %) was for the Expense Budget. The Lynn Police Department also applies for several federal and state grants to supplement the department’s budget.
Fiscal Year 2014 Total Budget $19,899,182.00
1,101,274.00
18,797,908.00
Payroll Budget Expense Budget
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Lina Curry is the Head Clerk assigned to assist Dianne Waters is the Principal the Deputy Chiefs with administrative issues. Stenographer assigned to the administrative branch.
Maureen Reynolds is the Principal Bookkeeper Cynthia Wall is the Payroll & Budget and assists with accounts and financial obligations Coordinator for the Lynn Police Department. of the department.
110 Administrative Division
The Administrative Division is commanded by Captain William Borders who oversees efforts pertaining to the Records, Intelligence, Crime Analysis, and Firearm Licensing sections within the department. Within his responsibilities are the maintenance of our Records Management System and the collection and dissemination of information on crime statistics, crime trends, and patterns. Captain Borders oversees the efforts of Lieutenants John Scannell and Vernon Coleman plus the civilians that perform roles associated with data entry of police records. Captain Borders reports directly to Deputy Chief Michael Mageary.
Captain Borders spends a good part of each day reviewing police incident reports, bookings, and accident reports, to insure that they comply with federal and state guidelines. He must approve each report and then send it to the State Wide Information Sharing System (SWISS). Before Captain Borders approves the reports he assigns a color code to each report. Each incident is categorized by a color code, for example a report regarding the crime of murder is assigned the color code of gray. If a report is missing components or does not comply with accepted standards Captain Borders has the choice to reject the report and send it back to the police officer who wrote it or he can make obvious changes himself and then send the approved report onto the Swiss Agency.
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Intelligence Unit
Lieutenant John Scannell Patrolman: June 28, 1985 Sergeant: October 26, 1991 Lieutenant: October 7, 1997 Lieutenant John Scannell joined the Lynn Police Department on April 8, 1985. He is in charge of the of the department’s Crime Bulletin. This entails conducting crime analysis and disseminating crime pattern trends throughout the department and to other cities and towns. He has been doing this since 2006. Lieutenant Scannell sends out an updated bulletin every day as well as reading other department’s crimes bulletin. About 260 different agencies and police departments throughout the Commonwealth receive the Lynn Police Department’s Crime Bulletin on a daily basis. These departments include the House of Correction, Probation, Parole, and local police departments. The crime bulletin includes information pertaining to arrests, larcenies, shootings, house breaks, commercial breaks, violent and serious crimes, prison releases, gang affiliations, criminal history, and known drug use. It is a way of communicating and sharing information so all surrounding cities and towns are aware of criminal activities. Lieutenant Scannell also is tasked with crime mapping. He gathers information and determines crime trends, breaking and entering locations or hot spots, robberies and locations, and all shooting incidents. Lieutenant Scannell presents this information at the monthly OIC meeting using a Microsoft Power Point and Excel presentation. He also posts this information on the Lynn Police Department DHQ website that is monitored on a daily basis by all Lynn Police Officers.
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Keeper of the Records
Lieutenant Vernon Coleman Patrolman: May 24, 1986 Sergeant: September 15, 1990 Lieutenant: August 29, 1995 Lieutenant Vernon Coleman is the Lynn Police Department’s official “Keeper of the Records” as well as the supervisor of the civilian support staff that are assigned to the Records Office. Lieutenant Coleman has been with the department for 30 years and has been working with records since 1995. He is responsible for the day to day operation of the Records Section, the repository of all records for the Lynn Police Department. Each civilian staff member is assigned a specific duty but together the office handles thousands of reports annually, which include incident reports generated by the patrol officers, as well as incident reports from various units within the department. The Records Department, under the direction of Lieutenant Coleman, processes all applications for gun permits within the City of Lynn. The department utilizes the Massachusetts Instant Records Check System (MIRCS) through the Criminal History Systems Board Firearms Unit to process all applications, as well as registering all State Sex Offender Registry Board classified as Level II and Level III Sex Offenders who reside in the City of Lynn. The department verifies offender addresses twice annually, a more stringent requirement than the state mandate of once annually. We have received state recognition for our efforts in this area. To view the registry of Level III sex offenders registered with the department please visit our website at
113 Administrative Division www.lynnpolice.org. The Records Department also handles all motor vehicle accidents and citations. Records Civilian Support Staff
Many of our support staff employees are assigned to our Records Office and are responsible for processing most of the paperwork generated by our department or forwarded to our department by outside agencies. Included in the above are thousands of incident reports, citations, booking sheets, restraining orders, summonses, pawn sheets, tow forms, and other documents. The office is supervised by Lieutenant Vernon Coleman and Head Administrative Clerk Joanne Mahoney.
Other duties performed by our Records Office and Support Staff include:
• Sorting and filing department internal correspondence • Distributing mail, maintaining weekly attendance records for all department personnel • Answering telephones • Data entry into the department computers for incident reports, restraining orders, gun permits, accident reports, pawn sheets, etc. • Processing firearm licenses and firearm identification cards • Processing citations issued by officers • Receiving, documenting, and disbursing incoming items and packages
Records Office Business Hours Monday, Wednesday, Thursday: 8:45 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Tuesday: 8:45 a.m. to 7:45 p.m. Friday: 8:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Stephanie Santoro – Principal Data Entry Operator
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Records Civilian Support Staff
Kerry Calnan – Data Entry & Dianne Jones - Head Clerk Telephone Operator
Cheryl Kozlosky – Principal Clerk Joanne Mahoney – Head Administrative Clerk
Elizabeth Saulnier- Principal Data Kathy Vitello – Data Entry Entry Operator Operator
115 Professional Standards Division
The Professional Standards Division is commanded by Captain Michael Vail who reports directly to Deputy Chief Michael Mageary. The division consists of the Internal Affairs, Public Information, Evidence, Court and Training sections of the Department. Currently he oversees the efforts of Lieutenants William Sharpe, James Shinnick, Rick Donnelly, and Officers Emmanuel Felix and Mark Richmond. Captain Vail was promoted to the rank of Captain during the summer of 2014. Since his promotion to the Professional Standards Division, Captain Vail has been committed to grant writing and securing funds for the upcoming fiscal year. Captain Vail is also in charge of the hiring process for all new recruits which include extensive background checks for all potential candidates. Lieutenant William Sharpe is the supervising officer of the Training Unit, overseeing the efforts of other officers in the department who perform various training roles. The Training Unit plays a vital role in the continuing education and professional development of the department personnel. In addition to in-service annual training, Lieutenant Sharpe schedules all training outside the department and all outside trainers brought on location to instruct in our facility.
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Lieutenant James Shinnick is the department representative designated to liaison with various officers within local, state, and federal court systems. He has primary responsibility in the scheduling of officers for criminal cases initiated or assisted by our department. Lieutenant Shinnick handles the administrative business of the Lynn Police Department for the court. He represents the department at Show Cause hearings at Lynn District and Juvenile Courts.
Officer Emanuel Felix is assigned as the Court Commitment Officer. He physically brings all prisoners who were not bailed to court, along with all necessary documentation and inventoried property. He conducts many of the administrative functions regarding complaints, summonses and hearings.
Lieutenant Richard Donnelly is the Public Information Officer and the Professional Standards Investigator. He is the department spokesperson and all media releases originate with his office. He also conducts investigations when the integrity of the police department and its members are called into question.
Debra Simpson is part of the civilian support staff and the senior stenographer who works in the Professional Standards Division and assists Captain Vail & Lieutenant Donnelly with administrative duties.
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Officer Mark Richmond is the Evidence Control Officer for the Lynn Police Department and has been in charge of the Evidence Control Unit since 2005. All evidence seized by officers of our department must be turned into the Evidence Control Unit, per department policy, to maintain the chain of custody. When an officer seizes evidence, it comes back to the station where the officer then documents it and places it into the proper storage container depending upon what type of evidence is being submitted. From there Officer Mark Richmond carefully inspects each piece of evidence and further logs and updates the evidence into our evidence database. The drug evidence, sexual assault evidence, and firearms must be transported by Officer Richmond to separate state laboratories for analysis.
Officer Richmond sends property out for destruction and returns it to the rightful owner after the judicial proceedings have been completed. The Evidence Control room is filled with many different sorts of evidence that date all the way back to 1980. The Department is looking for ways to remedy this situation such as using propertyroom.com, an auction website that police departments are using to sell abandoned property. 2014 Evidence Statistics Criminal Drug Cases 386 Recovered Drugs for Destruction 247 Civil Marijuana Cases 9 Total Knife Cases 174 Total Gun Cases 58
118 Support Services Division
The Support Service Division is commanded by Captain Edward Blake who oversees the efforts of the physical plant, fleet, computer, and detail sections of the department. Within his responsibilities are the maintenance of our police station, marked and unmarked police vehicles and the functioning of the department's computer resources. Captain Blake spends much of his time helping to coordinate and implement the technological advances that the department has made during the recent years. During 2014, Captain Blake oversaw the conversion of all city copper lines into fiber optic lines used for our police radios. The fiber optic lines are much more dependable and greatly enhance the reception and quality of the radio transmitting system used by the Lynn Police Department. The department was able to fund this conversion by using the money obtained through the multimillion five year grant for regionalization with the town of Swampscott in 2012. Captain Blake also was responsible to oversee the updating and conversion of the telephone recording system in our station into a new and more modern system known as Equature. Captain Blake reported that “the department is getting ready for next generation 911 where it is expected that we will be able to text & video 911 calls”.
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Computer Operations Officer Brian Chisholm is assigned to the Computer Unit and reports to Captain Blake. Officer Chisholm has the responsibility of maintaining the department’s hardware assets and software systems. In recent years, the department has added new technologies including mobile data terminals for our marked cruisers and wireless networking for our training and emergency operation center suites. Officer Chisholm is heavily involved in the maintenance of the departments’ QED system, the software that our dispatch, report writing, and booking systems are dependent on. Officer Chisholm is responsible to manage 20 different computer servers and to make sure that our computers are running efficiently. Officer Chisholm checks the department computers every day for viruses and downloads the proper antivirus solutions. Fleet Operations
Fleet Operations consists of Officers Brian Hosker and Francisco Gomez, who are assigned to the Third Division. A complete inventory of all department vehicles is maintained and updated by these officers. The officers’ daily responsibilities are routine maintenance, monitoring the physical condition of the cruisers, and performing minor repairs as necessary. These officers are also responsible for all necessary documentation regarding department vehicles, check to insure all yearly inspections are performed, and schedule routine service and repairs for the cruisers with the Department of Public Works.
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Detail Unit The Detail Unit is comprised of Officer Jean O’Neil. The Detail Unit is responsible for the hiring of police officers for outside police duties for the community. Some of these duties include: construction sites, public businesses, bars, and private functions. Officers on scene at details provide extra protection for the community. All officers working a detail are required to remain in contact with Police Headquarters by the use of their radios, thereby keeping officers at the station informed of any criminal activity in their area. Officers working a detail are there to serve the public, whether it is by providing directions to a lost citizen, or assisting in apprehending a suspect.
121 Detention Attendants
Barbara Magner is the Supervisor of the detention attendants who work at the Lynn Police Station. Barbara is responsible for keeping track of the hours each attendant works and that an attendant is present and scheduled to work in the police station 24 hours a day. The detention attendants have excellent communication skills and are trained to assist in the booking process, CPR, as well as receive suicide prevention training.
In total the Lynn Police Department employs five detention attendants. The detention attendant’s primary responsibilities include: • Accompany all prisoners brought into the station under arrest at the time of arrival • Witness and assist the booking process. • Assist conducting prisoner search • Assist with the inventory of prisoner property • Monitor each prisoner in the cell block
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Facebook The Lynn Police Department continues to utilize Facebook and Twitter as a social media to deliver messages to the general public. The Facebook page of the Lynn Police Department posts most press releases including high profile arrests, wanted persons, new programs and other newsworthy information. The Facebook page is also used to post any other information that may be useful such as a road closure or a cancellation. The Lynn Police Department has successfully used social media to solve crimes with the public’s assistance. The Lynn Police Department has received numerous tips pertaining to crimes committed in the city through social media. The Lynn Police Department will continue to deliver current information through the use of Facebook and Twitter to inform citizens of important news and events. Citizen Observer Tip Line Citizen Observer/Tip 411 Program allows citizens to text anonymous tips to the police department anytime. Cell phone users may text an anonymous tip to the department by texting the word tiplynn and the tip information to tip411 or 847411. You may call the anonymous tipline @ (781) 477- 4444. Anonymous web tips can also be submitted right from the Police Department’s website at www.lynnpolice.org and clicking the submit a tip icon at the bottom of the tip411 web page. Twitter The Lynn Police Department can now be followed on Twitter @ LynnPoliceDept Twitter followers of the Lynn Police Department can now receive up to the minute announcements.
123 Department E-mail Addresses
Chief Kevin Coppinger [email protected] Deputy Chief Leonard Desmarais [email protected] Deputy Chief Michael Mageary [email protected] Elizabeth Polonsky, Confidential [email protected] Assistant Captain Edward Blake, Technical [email protected] Services Captain William Borders, [email protected] Administrative Services Captain Mark O’Toole, Criminal [email protected] Investigation Captain Christopher Reddy, Patrol [email protected] Division Captain Michael Vail, Professional [email protected] Standards Criminal Investigation Division [email protected] (general) Domestic Violence Unit [email protected] Gang Unit [email protected] Identification Unit [email protected] Intelligence Unit [email protected] Professional Standards (general) [email protected] Juvenile Unit [email protected] Patrol Division (general) [email protected] Records Department (general) [email protected] Special Investigations Unit [email protected] Traffic Unit [email protected] Training Unit [email protected]
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