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FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT

COLONEL EDWIN C. ROESSLER JR. COLONEL EDWINCHIEF C. ROESSLER OF POLICE JR. CHIEF OF POLICE FAIRFAX COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

CHAIRMAN, AT-LARGE MASON, VICE CHAIRMAN SHARON BULOVA PENELOPE A. GROSS

BRADDOCK MOUNT VERNON JOHN C. COOK DANIEL G. STORCK

DRANESVILLE PROVIDENCE JOHN W. FOUST LINDA Q. SMYTH

HUNTER MILL SPRINGFIELD CATHERINE M. HUDGINS PAT HERRITY

LEE SULLY JEFFREY C. MCKAY KATHY L. SMITH

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE 6 OFFICE OF THE INDEPENDENT 20 DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE POLICE AUDITOR FOR ADMINISTRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERS AND Criminal Justice Academy 37 PROGRAMS MEDIA RELATIONS BUREAU 21 Recruiting 38 Communities Of Trust 7 Chief’s Council on Diversity 8 DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE Recruitment FOR INVESTIGATIONS/OPERATIONS FOR PATROL Diversion Programs 9 Major Crimes Bureau 23 School Resource Officers 39 Incident Support Services 11 Organized Crime and Intelligence 25 Youth Programs 41 Building Stronger Communities 13 Bureau District Stations 43 National Night Out 14 Marine Patrol, Underwater Search 27 Animal Protection Police 59 Auxiliary Police Program and VIPS 15 and Rescue, Search and Rescue Public Safety Cadets 16 Explosive Ordinance Disposal 29 FALLEN OFFICERS MEMORIAL PAGE 61 Special Olympics 17 Helicopter Section 30 Canine Section 31 INTERNAL AFFAIRS BUREAU 19 Special Weapons and Tactics 32 Traffic Division 33 Cyber and Forensics Bureau 35

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 4 5 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2018 ANNUAL REPORT MESSAGE FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE

Throughout 2019 the women and men Building trust with the communities we personnel who value the strategies of the Fairfax County Police Department serve also requires holding ourselves inherent in the One Fairfax Initiative. provided superior services to all the accountable through the County’s Crime statistics, including calls for service communities they serve and together Civilian Review Panel, Independent Police in Fairfax County, are provided annually. with an engaged community we have Auditor, and the Board of Supervisor’s continued to make our County the Public Safety Committee. Your police Together with all members of our safest place to live, work, play, and department is committed to all of the community we shall listen to and respect grow old. The engagement with our pillars of 21st Century Policing which each other and build upon the successes diverse communities is accomplished includes accomplishing our mission of innovative policing services as we have through the co-production of policing of preventing and fighting crime, since July 1, 1940. model which provides opportunities preserving the sanctity of all human life for all stakeholders to help department and keeping pace with urbanization. This members develop and improve upon annual report will provide you with an our policies and practices in addition to overview of our lines of business which reviews by accreditation organizations are accomplished through community and other peer review institutions. engagement, co-production of policing, and an organization of innovative

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 6 COMMUNITIES OF TRUST COMMITTEE

The Fairfax County Communities of Trust concerns of those in their respective The COTC works to increase awareness Committee (COTC) is comprised of over communities, and discuss possible and access to available programs and 15 public safety agencies and community resolutions and strategies to effectively services, while partnering with other groups which focus upon strengthening address these matters. This collaborative organizations and agencies to bring new and building positive relationships and progressive effort has enhanced the programs to Fairfax County. between with the communities they trust between the community and the serve. Since its inception in 2014, COTC FCPD. members work to communicate the

7 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT CHIEF’S COUNCIL ON DIVERSITY RECRUITMENT

As the Department continues to recruit Several dozen leaders from our diverse and increase diversity among officers, communities across Fairfax County serve civilians, and volunteers. A group of on the Council. They share a pivotal role volunteers known as the Chief’s Council in shaping and guiding the Department’s on Diversity Recruitment is essential to recruitment efforts to represent all ethnic, this effort. racial, and cultural groups in the County.

THE SCORECARD AS OF OCTOBER 2019 Ethnic Identity FCPD Fairfax County White 1,180 79.2% 599,326 52.5% Black 119 7.9% 104,297 9.1% Asian/Pacific Islander 80 5.4% 212,047 18.6% Hispanic 99 6.7% 182,014 15.9% Other Non-Hispanic 12 0.8% 45,205 3.9% Subtotal 1,490 Vacant* 30 Total 1,520 100% 1,139,889 100% *Inclusive of over-hire, and grant-funded sworn police

officer hiring opportunities 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 8 DIVERSION PROGRAMS

DIVERSION FIRST PROGRAMS CRISIS INTERVENTION TEAM

The Fairfax County Diversion First The Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) is committed to ensuring that every sworn program offers alternatives to comprised of law enforcement officers officer receives this training. incarceration for people experiencing who have received specialized training in Currently, 541 police officers assigned a mental health crisis, co-occurring recognizing symptoms of mental illness to the Patrol Bureau have attended substance use disorders and/or and identifying and communicating with CIT courses, which include 40 hours of developmental disabilities, who come persons experiencing a mental health instruction, simulation and practical into contact with the criminal justice crisis. Crisis Intervention Team training exercises. To further efforts, current and system for low level offenses. The FCPD (CIT) is a critical skill set for police officers future police recruit classes attending the is a proud participant in this program serving in the 21st Century. Fairfax County Criminal Justice Academy and has partnered with many County are also receiving training centered agencies to participate in diversion The training provides officers with around crisis intervention. programs. a better understanding and deeper appreciation for individuals experiencing Since January of 2016, FCPD CIT trained from a mental health crisis. The Fairfax officers have had the to opportunity County Police Department recognizes to partner with the Fairfax County-Falls the crucial importance of CIT and is Church Community Services Board (CSB) 9 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT at the Merrifield Crisis Response Center (MCRC); a primary location in Fairfax County for mental health needs and services.

This select group of FCPD CIT trained officers work in partnership with CSB staff to provide a high-level continuum of care for those brought to the MCRC for a mental health evaluation, stabilization plan, or hospitalization.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 10 INCIDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Jack, Indy, Lennie, Sully, and Holmes The dogs are utilized in a variety of community members who suffer from were introduced to the FCPD and the situations, including responding to past trauma. community in August of 2019. These five critical incidents. Their presence helps popular puppies have been in training as reduce the effects of traumatic events for Incident Support Services (ISS) has service dogs to support both Department both our first responders, and impacted become an integral part of the FCPD, personnel and the community. community members. striving to provide mental health services and wellbeing to officers from recruit Over the course of a two-year pilot The FCPD’s goal is to reduce the fear and through retirement. program, officers devote time training anxiety that often accompany difficult the dogs to meet the ADA (Americans events. The dogs also play a role in With Disabilities Act) service dog fostering community relationships with requirements. The program is made frequent visits to neighborhoods, schools, possible through a partnership with First local events, etc. Responder Canine (FRK9), a nonprofit organization which has provided FCPD The addition of these service dogs with the dogs, and covered associated provides an opportunity to bring comfort expenses, including medical care. and assistance to employees and

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COMMUNITY GROUPS

The FCPD continues to build trust and strengthen the positive relationship it shares with the community through partnerships with groups such as the Chief’s Advisory Council (CAC), the Chief’s Council on Diversity Recruitment, and the Communities of Trust Committee. Notably, 2019 marked the 40th Anniversary of the CAC. WORSHIP WATCH

The Worship Watch program uses Neighborhood Watch principles to addresses all aspects of safety planning for houses of worship.

13 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT NATIONAL NIGHT OUT

IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE!

The first Tuesday in August is cause for celebration. This day marks National Night Out, the largest Crime Prevention event in Fairfax County. What is National Night Out? A night for neighbors to come together as a way to promote safer neighborhoods and foster positive relationships with law enforcement. Events include pot luck dinners, ice cream socials, and pool parties. In 2019, our officers joined the fun at 233 National Night Out events. These events provide a great opportunity for communities to meet officers who work in their neighborhood and a chance for officers to learn more about the communities in which they serve. 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 14 AUXILIARY POLICE PROGRAM AND VIPS

VALUABLE VOLUNTEERS

Volunteers provide precious time, insight, and valuable resources to our community. In 2019, our 55 Auxiliary Police OfficersAPOs ( ) contributed 20,432 volunteer hours and the 70 members of the Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS) contributed 8,500 volunteer hours. Also in 2019, our FCPD VIPS Program celebrated 20 years of serving the County. Thanks to the outstanding volunteer work of our APOs, VIPS, and Chaplain Unit we are able to accomplish all that we do.

These men and women support our Department in numerous ways. They help keep the County safe by assisting with traffic control, devoting their time to sobriety checkpoints, taking photographs, attending community events and much more. We are extremely thankful for their service and dedication.

15 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT PUBLIC SAFETY CADETS

TODAY’S YOUTH, TOMORROW’S LEADERS

The FCPD Public Safety Cadet Program was honored to participate with the United States Department of State’s International Visitor Leadership Program from Africa. Fairfax County was honored to share information about career education and innovative strategies to educate young men and women about law enforcement careers.

In August, George Mason University and the FCPD co-hosted a National Leadership Academy, where cadets learned about a variety of law enforcement career opportunities. This inaugural academy drew cadet programs from all over the country, offering interactive workshops, dynamic speakers, physical fitness drills, and the opportunity to explore the National Capital Region while gaining valuable leadership lessons.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 16 SPECIAL OLYMPICS

HELPING OTHERS ACHIEVE GREATNESS $88,686 Raised to Support Special Olympics VA In 2019, Colonel Edwin C. Roessler Jr. The FCPD partnered with the Special was proud to serve as the Virginia State Olympics on many events in 2019. These Chair of the Law Enforcement Torch Run included the Cover the Cruiser fundraiser, for Special Olympics. Colonel Roessler Polar Plunges, the Law Enforcement and several other members of the Fairfax Torch Run, Dulles Day Plane Pull, and the 13 County Police Department attended Summer Games hosted in Richmond. and participated in numerous events Members of the Department even joined # of Events in Which FCPD Participated throughout the year in support of this athletes at an area bocce ball tournament worthy organization. series.

By raising awareness through these events, donations were received to support year-round sports training 32 and athletic competitions for Special Years of Partnership with FCPD Olympians of all ages.

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The Internal Affairs Bureau (IAB) ensures or incident thoroughly and impartially, the Department maintains the highest and prepare investigative reports. These 179 standards of ethics and integrity by reports often provide recommendations/ Total Internal Complaints overseeing the acceptance, investigation, considerations regarding policy, 30.2% and adjudication of all complaints. The training, and disciplinary actions. The 133 Closed; 46 Open IAB reports directly to the Chief of Police IAB Annual Report covers administrative and is comprised of the Investigations investigations and use of force data. and Inspections Divisions. 69.8% INSPECTIONS 135 INVESTIGATIONS Total External Complaints The Inspections Division provides the 94 Closed; 41 Open The Investigations Division is responsible Chief of Police with a systematic way for investigating allegations or suspected to regularly assess the Department’s acts of employee misconduct, violations efficiency, effectiveness, adherence to of Departmental policy and procedure, Departmental policies and procedures, 594 applicable laws, and professional violations of law, and civil claims filed Total Uses of Force against the Department. The IAB standards. Reports are provided to the 553 First Line Investigations Chief. detectives investigate each complaint 41 Administrative Investigations 19 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT OFFICE OF THE INDEPENDENT POLICE AUDITOR

INDEPENDENT POLICE AUDITOR its own annual report. The OIPA also provides administrative support to the The Office of the Independent Fairfax County Police Civilian Review Police Auditor (OIPA) reviews police Panel. investigations involving the use of force The OIPA not only reviews investigations, and serves as an independent52.1% intake it also reviews and produces public venue for complaints against the FCPD. recommendations concerning revisions 92.4% The mission of the OIPA is to bolster 47.9% of FCPD policies, training, and practices. trust between the community and the Department by providing accountability, fairness, transparency, and trust in the POLICE CIVILIAN REVIEW PANEL complaint system and investigative process. Providing an accessible, safe, The Fairfax County Police Civilian Review impartial, and responsive venue for Panel (CRP) reviews completed FCPD complaints against the FCPD and its investigations into allegations of abuse of employees. The OIPA publishes its authority or serious misconduct to ensure findings in public reports for each accuracy, completeness, thoroughness, reviewed investigation, as well as in objectivity, and impartiality. 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 20 MEDIA RELATIONS BUREAU

KEEPING EVERYONE INFORMED... 2,838 Twitter Posts and Replies The Media Relations Bureau (MRB) lifting. Nextdoor is used to share locally continues to evolve and gain relevant events and information. The followers with its timely social media FCPD blog covers significant criminal communications regarding ongoing incidents and special announcements incidents, arrests, and investigations. The from the Department. 795 MRB highlighted many divisions of the FCPD monthly through Facebook and Social media has also assisted with Facebook Posts Instagram. communications on cold cases. A recent post featured the thirty-year-old case of Each social media platform plays an missing five-year-old Melissa Brennan important role. Twitter is used for real- from the Lorton area. The FCPD post time, interactive, important updates reached over 77,000 Facebook users, on events. Facebook is used to share was retweeted 20 times, and “liked” 139 472 information and interact with the times on Instagram. The Brennan family Instagram Posts community. Instagram focuses on commended the FCPD detectives for photo-driven content that is fun and up their dedication to this case.

21 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 2018 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 22 MAJOR CRIMES BUREAU

FOCUS ON FINANCIAL CRIMES COLD CASE COVERAGE In 2019 seven MCB cases were shared using press conferences in the media Our Major Crimes Bureau (MCB), is MCB coordinates with the Media room, located within Public Safety comprised of eight distinct investigative Relations Bureau to inform the Headquarters. entities. A noticable increase in financial community of major arrests, request cases involving our aging population public assistance on serious cases, and to Information on violent crimes in 2019 can led detectives to partner with Adult share cold case information. be found through the Major Cities Chiefs Protective Services and the Office of the Association. One such cold case investigation involved Commonwealth’s Attorney to coordinate TRAINING FUTURE INVESTIGATORS strategies and discuss cases. The senior two homicides from 2006 of women named Marion. With DNA collected at population is growing in Fairfax County MCB Detectives also worked to each homicide scene, new technology and these members of our community educate patrol officers on how major was applied to create composite images are frequently targeted by criminal investigations are conducted, through of the suspect at 25, 40, and 55 years schemes involving computer based a series of case study presentations, of age. These cases and the innovative technology. The Financial Crimes Squad providing a learning opportunity for technology were featured on a major received 383 case referrals from Adult officers with an interest in becoming a news media outlet. Protective Services in 2019. detective.

23 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 2018 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 24 ORGANIZED CRIME AND INTELLIGENCE BUREAU

POSITIVE RESULTS REVIVE!

Fairfax County has been significantly often complex. While some take as little While good detective work has led to impacted by the opioid crisis and its as eight hours, others can take over 300 some significant arrests, the OIU believes overwhelming effect on our community. hours to bring to a close. On average, 90 that the REVIVE! program is making a Fatal drug overdoses remain the leading investigative hours were spent on each of positive impact on the decline in fatal cause of unnatural death in Fairfax the 69 fatal overdose cases in 2019. overdoses as well. REVIVE! provides County. The Organized Crime and training on what to do, and what not Intelligence Bureau (OCIB) has made The OIU and Street Crimes Unit work to do, in an overdose situation, how to efforts to counteract this public health collaboratively. In 2019, their efforts administer Naloxone (Narcan), and what epidemic. resulted in several arrests which are to do afterwards. This program can be believed to have made a substantial found through the Fairfax-Falls Church To address this ongoing crisis OCIB impact on the number of fatal overdoses. Community Services Board. formed an Overdose Investigation Unit After a significant arrest in March, there (OIU) comprised of two detectives who was a notable decrease in fatal overdoses FCPD officers received training and carry investigate the cause of an overdose in April. Naloxone. Officers administered the life and its origin. These investigations are saving medication to 27 people in 2019.

25 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT TEAMWORK In March of 2019 a savvy patrol officer’s Herndon Police Department to serve a 69 investigation into a suspicious vehicle search warrant. Detectives recovered Fatal Overdose Cases led to three arrests involving multiple several hundred narcotics as well as felonies. Due to the nature of the seven firearms, which were connected to offenses, the case was turned over to multiple area burglaries. This teamwork Organized Crime and Narcotics (OCN) helped to bring several dangerous felons detectives who teamed up with the to justice. 90 Average Investigative Hours on Fatal Overdose Cases 27 Overdoses Where Naloxone Was Administered 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 26 MARINE PATROL, UNDERWATER SEARCH AND RESCUE, SEARCH AND RESCUE

WATER, WATER, EVERYWHERE BACKPACKS FROM BOATERS ASSISTING THE MISSING

Waterways in Fairfax County are often The Marine Patrol Unit (MPU) patrols The FCPD Search and Rescue Team helps void of light and visibility, and contain nearly 80 miles of Fairfax County search for missing people, looks for significant underwater debris and shoreline. This year the FCPD MPU evidence, and provides mutual aid to hazards. The Underwater Search and expanded their efforts onto dry land, surrounding jurisdictions. Rescue Unit (USRU) trains in these co-sponsoring the Boaters for Backpacks waterways so they are well prepared event with local marinas, and Vellum Adjusting to the changing needs of our when duty calls. Mortgage, to collect backpacks for Fairfax aging population, the Search and Rescue County Public School students. The MPU Team operates under the Major Crimes The USRU has been successful in shared information about the program Bureau allowing for close collaboration recovering evidence in as little as 18 on ESPN radio. In total, 250 backpacks with the Missing Persons Unit. inches of water and as deep as 100+ feet were collected from six marinas and of water. distributed across Fairfax County. 27 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 28 EXPLOSIVES ORDINANCE DISPOSAL SECTION

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT

The Explosives Ordinance Disposal (EOD) Section works on the front line, detecting components of explosives. The EOD Section consists of two full-time and five supplemental officers, four canines, and two robots. The specialized training required for these officers to remain at the top of their game keeps them busy. In 2019, officers recorded 2,355 hours of training, and EOD canines logged 3,184 hours. 25 K-9 Searches/Sweeps Performed

29 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT HELICOPTER DIVISION

UP, UP, AND AWAY

Have you ever wondered why the helicopter is flying over your home? The two FCPD helicopters, Fairfax 1 and Fairfax 2, spend a considerable amount of time in the air. It’s their job. The aircraft is staffed with civilian pilots and sworn flight officers, who are trained paramedics able to handle any medical or criminal call for service. At any time the helicopter may be called upon to function as an ambulance, swiftly assisting in medical emergencies.

In 2019, the helicopter provided 60 medical evacuation flights. The helicopter also took flight for 642 calls for service, assisting officers on the ground with criminal investigations. Additionally, the helicopter provided assistance in searching for 246 critically missing juveniles and adults.

You can find more information about why the helicopter was in flight at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/police/helicopterdivision/fairfax1

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 30 CANINE SECTION

BEING NOSEY IS THIER JOB

In February, the Canine Section 3,422 experienced its first line of duty death Dispatched Calls for Service in over 40 years. K9 Doby was tracking a robbery suspect in the Alexandria area of Fairfax County when he collapsed after suffering a heart attack.

The FCPD has the only Canine Section in Northern Virginia that has a dog team 25 available 24/7. Making up this section are the officer handlers of 15 patrol/narcotics Calls for Bloodhound Assistance trained dogs and three bloodhounds, that track critically missing persons. These four-legged partners assisted our Department with 429 patrol deployments, and completed 227 narcotics sniffs. 31 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT SPECIAL WEAPONS AND TACTICS

EXCELLENT WORK

135 The Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) Total Operations Unit received a team excellence award for their role in a high-risk warrant service, involving the apprehension of a violent armed felon in 2019. This highly specialized unit is responsible for executing all high- 103 risk warrant services, responding to critical High-Risk Operations incidents, and developing action plans to bring incidents to a successful conclusion. SWAT officers must meet a stringent set of operational standards including physical fitness and weapons handling. SWAT officers 37 are responsible for providing training in Patrol Generated Operations critical incident response and life-saving techniques to various gpublic and private entities across Fairfax County.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 32 TRAFFIC DIVISION

MAKING THE ROADS SAFER DRIVE SOBER OR GET PULLED OVER

The Traffic Division’s mission is to make the roads safer for everyone. The Traffic The DWI Enforcement Squad continues Division accomplishes this mission through safety education and prevention, to be effective in apprehending those enforcement of traffic and motor carrier safety laws, and the investigation of serious who are driving while intoxicated. This accidents. squad of skilled officers are the FCPD’s subject matter experts on DWI laws. This team of eight officers made 235 DWI arrests in 2019. A VERY IMPORTANT JOB

FCPD’s Motorcycle Unit (Motors) officers work diligently to promote safety on our roads. This unit does more than just enforce traffic laws, they also provide funeral escorts so families may safely participate in funeral processions.

33 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 3,984 Vehicles Stopped by DWI Enforcement SAFETY FIRST

Traffic Safety’s main goal is to educate CRU detectives also gave presentations drivers and pedestrians about safety on to students on topics such as the dangers 1,031 the roadways of Fairfax County through of impaired driving to the use of math Child Passenger Seats Inspected presentations and demonstrations. and physics in their crash investigations. Traffic Safety participates in high visibility IT’S A BIG JOB, SOMEBODY’S GOT TO DO IT enforcement campaigns, preventing the sale of alcohol to minors, and child The Motor Carrier Safety Unit (MCS) 511 passenger safety seat inspections. focuses on inspecting commercial trucks Commercial Vehicles Deemed Unsafe SEATBELTS SAVE LIVES and carriers to ensure they are safe to To Drive By MCS operate. This is no small task, as the The Crash Reconstruction Unit (CRU) is trucks require ample space to stop and responsible for investigating all vehicle park for inspection. MCS officers are crashes resulting in serious injury or federally trained to detect unsafe vehicles 103 death. In 2019, the CRU investigated 36 and place them out of service. Escorts Provided To Families For Funerals fatal crashes, resulting in 37 fatalities.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 34 CYBER AND FORENSICS BUREAU

FOCUS ON FORENSICS

In February, ABC’s “7 On Your Side” assigned to each district station, so prosecuting a case. These detectives featured the FCPD Cyber and Forensics that evidence may be processed at a also took time to present information to Bureau (CFB). The piece highlighted the station level. The station Crime Scene parents and students about cyber safety. intricacies of collecting and processing detectives supplement the 12 Crime electronic, biological, and physical Scene detectives who travel the County, The Technical Investigations Section, evidence to solve crimes. The coverage responding to larger more complex crime which processes video forensic requests, highlighted some major cases, which had scenes. had an increase in workload, coinciding been resolved due to the hard work and with the abundance of security camera THE DIGITAL AGE... dedication of CFB detectives. In 2019, systems installed in homes and the CFB took delivery of a new mobile businesses throughout the County. To The Digital Forensic Section is another forensic processing lab, built to ensure handle this increase, six officers were component of the CFB. These detectives the timely collection and processing of trained to supplement the four full-time were busy processing electronic evidence, evidence in the field. detectives assigned to this section. using their training and expertise to

Crime Scene detectives are also locate and identify encrypted or deleted files which may be critical to solving and 35 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT 1,303 Devices Submitted For Forensic Analysis 1,201 Cases Assigned To Crime Scene Section

1,197 Latent Fingerprints Analyzed

2018 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 36 THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY

DRIVING IN CIRCLES

Our Criminal Justice Academy (CJA) is Recruits complete an 80-hour block of 149 not just academic. Basic training as well instruction at the track. Recruits received FCPD Recruits Attended Drivers Training as continuing education is mandatory 11,920 hours of instruction in 2019. for all officers at the Firearm Training Unit Range and the Emergency Vehicle Operator’s Course each year.

In 2019, FCPD officers completed 4,682 hours of Emergency Vehicle Operators Course training. This course updates officers on safety measures installed in police cruisers, hones precision driving skills, and familiarizes officers with response driving tactics to arrive at emergency calls safely. FCCJA Session 71 Graduation

37 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT RECRUITING

THE FUTURE OF LAW ENFORCEMENT

FCPD recruiters spoke at 18 Fairfax County high schools and colleges to provide information about careers in law enforcement and how to be successful in the hiring process. Two workshops were held to help guide individuals through the 36-page Personal History Statement portion of the application process.

Recruiting locally demonstrates our Department’s efforts to reflect the community we serve. FCPD recruiters also expanded recruitment efforts to Ft. Belvoir and Quantico by partnering with transition offices, Wounded Warriors, and Hiring Our Heroes.

In 2019, FCPD recruiters attended 62 events, made 681 contacts, and received 2,362 applications.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 38 SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS

PROVIDING POSITIVE ROLE MODELS FOR ALL DAY CAMP WITH A CAUSE

The relationship between a School For one week each year, SROs host a Resource Officer (SRO) and those they camp for middle school students. Road serve can create lasting impressions. DAWG Camp is designed to enhance SROs are responsible for the safety leadership skills, provide team building of students and staff, preventing opportunities, and forge positive and detecting threats, and providing relationships with SROs. positive interactions with students. SROs participated in many school events, such The week is filled with activities to as “Pink Out Day” in October. demonstrate good decision making, consequences to actions, and planning An example of these positive for a successful future. The skills and relationships was seen when a senior relationships built during this week class voted their SRO, PFC S. Davis, to be continue throughout the school year. their commencement speaker. This was the first time in 20 years, a non-faculty member was selected by the graduates. 39 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT TRAINING YOUNG DRIVERS 50 As part of the process for students Relations Court. Weeks a Year the DMV to earn their drivers license from the Ceremony is Performed Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles, A courtroom ceremony is performed several steps must be completed. This by a judge, who presents a video titled includes a 90 minute presentation for “Drinking Driving Disaster.” Students students and parents/guardians on learn that inexperience, distractions, traffic safety offered several times a year and “no fear behind the wheel” often and presented by their School Resource contribute to creating hazards on the Officer. Students seeking a driver’s roadway. A School Resource Officer license must have a parent/guardian or Crime Prevention Officer attends to 95 attend this presentation and complete speak about the importance of decision Participants Each DMV Ceremony necessary forms. making.

Once the student completes all necessary requirements, they receive their physical license at the Juvenile and Domestic 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 40 YOUTH PROGRAMS

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS!

The Department engages with community members of all ages. Several programs community, and maintaining good focus on young adults, educating and encouraging todays youth to consider law character. This is accomplished through enforcement as a career. These programs offer a variety of activities and opportunities presentations and tours around the for attendees to learn about the police profession, the importance of serving in the County to provide an overview of what it’s like to #BeFCPD. These programs include: the Police Leaders of Tomorrow, the Future Women Leaders in Law Enforcement, and the Teen Police Academy. 74 Participants in Youth Programs

41 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT JOINT EFFORT FOR SUPPORT

The Fairfax County Alternative The program uses restorative justice principles to hold juvenile offenders 214 Accountability Program (AAP) is a unique, collaborative, and community-oriented accountable for their actions without Total Cases Referred by Police response to incidents involving juveniles. exposing them to the risk factors Those eligibile for the program are first associated with a criminal record. AAP time offenders who have committed a seeks to create appropriate and incident- select group of crimes. The AAP program specific responses for each referral by 163 represents a joint effort between the including support for families, victims, Cases Completed with Full Conferences* FCPD, Fairfax County Public Schools, and community stakeholders.

Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court, *Cases completed at time of 2018-2019 annual report Neighborhood and Community Services, https://nvms.us/programs/aap and Northern Virginia Mediation Services.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 42 43 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT SULLY DISTRICT STATION A SUPER VISIT! SAFER NEIGHBORHOODS 51,321 Officers from our Department had a A coordinated initiative brought the “super” visit at the INOVA Schar Cancer Criminal Investigation Section and the Dispatched Calls Institite. Fairfax County Police officers Neighborhood Patrol Unit together to teamed up with the Fairfax County combat and prevent property crimes Fire and Rescue Department to pay a during the summer of 2019. superhero themed visit to the brave young patients. The officers traded their Over the course of 40 days these two 194 uniforms for superhero costumes with Sully District Station units made 95 DWI Arrests hopes of brightening the day. misdemeanor arrests, 52 felony arrests, seized seven guns, and seized numerous illicit drugs. 1,573 Crimes Against Property

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 44 45 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT MOUNT VERNON DISTRICT STATION IS THAT A NEW TIE? LENDING A HAND 53,641 Partnering with Neighborhood and After two patrol officers responded to a Community Services, the Mount Vernon burglary call, they quickly assessed that Dispatched Calls Station hosted its first annual youth the family affected by this event were in business clothing drive to benefit need of basic supplies. Going beyond students in the Educating Youth through the call of duty, the officers recognized Employment Program (EYE). Community the needs of the mother and her three members donated clothing, creating a children, and went shopping. 150 “boutique” at the South County Center DWI Arrests where students were able to shop for job Sheets, soap, toothbrushes, cereal, and interview attire. EYE is a summer initiative milk were some of the items which that recruits, screens, and matches youth officers purchased to help the family feel with professional opportunities in the comfortable for the night. The officers private sector and other area businesses, and their squad provided a much needed 2,983 helping hand. allowing youth to explore careers that Crimes Against Property match their interests.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 46 47 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT MCLEAN DISTRICT STATION FUN TIMES WITH OUR COMMUNITY MCLEAN DAYS! 67,566 McLean officers enjoyed being part of a This yearly festival is a hit in the festive community event at the Tysons community, with thousands in attendance Dispatched Calls Corner Center. FCPD officers enjoyed for food, fun, and entertainment. handing out candy and seeing our The McLean Community Center and youngest community members in their Neighborhood Community Services host amazing costumes. the event each year. In 2019, the event hosts partnered with the FCPD to provide 284 Officers also joined the National Bike to event safety, traffic plans, and logistical DWI Arrests School Day in early May, as part of Bike support. Celebration month. Joining in on the cycling campaign, the McLean Station The NPU enjoyed interacting with festival Captain and the Neighborhood Patrol attendees, and the McLean Community Unit (NPU) provided safe passage for the Emergency Response Team (CERT) 4,599 largest National Bike to School Day in the provided a much needed hydration McLean District’s history. station for the event. Crimes Against Property

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 48 49 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT MASON DISTRICT STATION NOVEL OPPORTUNITIES PARTNERS IN PAJAMAS 68,195 Mason District Station commanders and The Mason District Station, their CAC, officers joined the Fairfax County Public Bailey’s Rotary Club, PR Performance Dispatched Calls Library system with the annual Read Fitness, and the community gathered Across Fairfax initiative. This program together to provide for families in need. focuses on early literacy, and participants After discovering pajamas are a luxury are encouraged to read 1,000 books prior for some, a campaign was created with to enrolling in kindergarten. Story hours Glasgow Middle School to collect new 459 were hosted at Woodrow Wilson and pajamas and socks. DWI Arrests Thomas Jefferson libraries. This campaign resulted in the distribution Officers took part by reading to the of more than 1,200 sets of pajamas and children and showed off their uniforms over 700 pairs of socks to families in the and police cars. Mason community during the holiday 2,975 season. Crimes Against Property

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 50 51 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT RESTON DISTRICT STATION KNOWING YOUR NEIGHBORS KEEPING CROSSINGS SAFER 46,114 Since 2013, the Hunters Woods Coordination and communication at Neighborhood Coalition (HWNC) has the Reston District Station involves all Dispatched Calls been a source of positive change. The personnel. This includes the Reston HWNC includes business owners, District Station Crossing Guards, who property managers, County and civic meet regularly to share experiences, organizations, the Reston Community troubleshoot issues, conduct training, Center, and the FCPD Reston District and coordinate with patrol and the Traffic 149 Station. This group works tirelessly Selective Enforcement Team on issues DWI Arrests to address quality of life issues. In related to school crossings. addition to coordinating National Night Out events, the HWNC is focused on revitalization efforts, and educating others on crime and safety. The 1,904 HWNC has become a vital component Crimes Against Property of building a safe and welcoming community. 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 52 53 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FRANCONIA DISTRICT STATION DEVELOPING POSITIVE RELATIONSHIPS THE VALUE OF SHARING INFORMATION 65,570 Franconia officers partnered with The Franconia Monthly Community the Fairfax County Public School’s Report was developed to enhance the Dispatched Calls MentorWorks Program to provide relationship with the community and positive interactions with youth in the find new ways to work together. This community at the Rose Hill Elementary electronic newsletter is delivered to School. This Program pairs a student with subscribers e-mail inbox each month. It an officer for one-on-one interaction consists of a message from the Captain, 264 throughout the school year to encourage crime prevention tips, crime statistics, DWI Arrests the student to develop their strengths a recap of recent events, details on and capabilities as a future leader in the upcoming meetings, and highlights of community. the exceptional work of officers in the district. Officers have the opportunity to meet 3,474 with their student during the school Subscribership is on the rise, expanding lunch hour, for thirty minutes a week. the district’s ability to engage and share Crimes Against Property information with the community.

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 54 55 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT WEST SPRINGFIELD DISTRICT STATION COFFEE, TEA, COMMUNITY! PILOTING CHANGE 60,600 Recognizing the diverse communities During the summer months, an evidence- that makes up Fairfax County, the based crime reduction effort was Dispatched Calls West Springfield District put a twist conducted in the northern portion of on Coffee with a Cop. The district the district. Using feedback from data decided on a variety of venues and collected and concepts from academia, refreshments, attracting different parts officers proactively patrolled locations of the community from all walks of life, during times of day when crime was 206 who otherwise may have never visited a most likely to occur. The result was a DWI Arrests coffee shop. This initiative opened even substantial reduction in crime. more doors for interactions different than those which typically bring law This model was so successful, it will enforcement officers and community be used to guide future station-wide members together. policing efforts. 1,973 Crimes Against Property

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 56 57 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIR OAKS DISTRICT STATION SOCKS ROCK A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION 57,676 Two years ago, an officer working at a The Neighborhood Engagement Strategy school crossing noticed a number of Team was given a unique opportunity Dispatched Calls students without socks. He asked the to partner with the Fairfax County school if there was a new fashion trend Department of Family Services Foster but discovered that socks are not always Care Program. This partnership provided affordable for all students. teens in foster care with the ability to ask police officers questions, a new 150 The officer decided something needed to experience for many. DWI Arrests be done to create positive change, and formed a sock drive at the station. As a The teens were able to learn about safe result, 1,300 pairs of socks were collected driving habits, and avoiding unsafe habits and distributed to those in need at 15 like distracted driving and driving under elementary schools in 2019. the influence. Officers were also invited 2,303 to discuss financial crimes. Crimes Against Property

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 58 59 FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 ANNUAL REPORT ANIMAL PROTECTION POLICE OFFICERS HELPING FREEDOM SOAR AGAIN SO MANY SERVICES 15,124 In October of 2019, Sergeant K. England FCPD Animal Protection Police Officers responded to a call about an injured bald are not only police officers, they have an TOTAL CASES ASSIGNED eagle. Upon arrival, she observed the additional set of skills and certifications eagle was unable to fly, and was hopping that allow them to work with animals, around on the ground. both wild and domestic. The Animal Services Division includes the Wildlife The eagle was diagnosed with a Management Specialist Office (WMSO), 6,579 coracoid fracture in her right wing. which implements programs to meet Sick/Injured Animals She healed well, and after a specialist County wildlife conservation and gauged the birds progress she was able management goals. The WMSO also to be released back into her natural addresses public safety concerns with environment. regard to wildlife. 21 Officers

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 60 IN VALOR THERE IS HOPE

OFFICER KAREN J. BASSFORD

MASTER POLICE OFFICER MICHAEL E. GARBARINO IN VALOR THERE IS HOPE

SPECIAL POLICE OFFICER CAPTAIN DETECTIVE HENDRICK A. GIDEONSE TOMMY F. BERNAL VICKY O. ARMEL

SECOND LIEUTENANT K-9 BANDIT K-9 DOBY FRANCIS J. STECCO

2019 ANNUAL REPORT FAIRFAX COUNTY POLICE DEPARTMENT 62 A Fairfax County, VA, Publication June 2020