BarrieBarrie PolicePolice ServiceService 20072007 AnnualAnnual ReportReport
“Committed“Committed toto ourour Community”Community” OUROUR VISION,VISION, MISSIONMISSION && VALUESVALUES
Vision
To serve our community with integrity, diversity, and quality. To provide proactive interaction with the Inspector Farrell and Inspector Sommers community to enhance the feeling of safety and security in Barrie.
Mission
The Barrie Police Service in partnership with our community, is committed to serve the needs of the citizens of Barrie by providing an efficient and effective level of service through crime prevention and protection programs.
Values
2007 Annual Report To adhere to the principles of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. 1 To provide a fair, unbiased and professional service to our community. To treat all victims of crime with compassion and understanding. To follow Community Policing principles by resolving policing concerns in partnership with community members. To be approachable, courteous and open to all citizens.
Vision Summary
“Committed To Our Community” Chief Frechette along with a member of the Fire Department read to some youths during a school visit.
20072007 ANNUALANNUAL REPORTREPORT
Table of Contents Page # Messages from the Police Service Board & the Chief of Police ……………………………… 3
Service Profile ……………………………… 4 Organizational Structure ……………………………… 5 Our Community ……………………………… 6 Uniform Patrol Division • High Enforcement Action Team, Community Oriented Response • Marine • Auxiliary ……………………………… 7-10 Operational Support Division • Tactical Support Unit, Canine Team, Emergency Support Unit • Training • Communications
• Fleet Report 2007 Annual • Traffic ……………………………… 11-14 Corporate Support Division • Community Services • Records • Property & Quartermaster • Court Services • Policy & Planning / Quality Assurance ……………………………… 15-16 Criminal Investigation Division • Major Crime • Sexual Assault & Offender Management • Intelligence, Street Crime (Joint Forces Operations) ……………………………… 17-20 2 Civilian Directors • Human Resources, Finance & Information Technology ……………………………… 21-22 Report on 2004 - 2006 Business Plan ……………………………… 23-24 Statistical Overview • Offences, Number of Cleared and Clearance Rates, Persons Charged • Use of Force Summary, Suspect Apprehension Pursuits, Drugs, Youth Crime • Traffic Enforcement & Public Complaints ……………………………… 25-30 Citations, Commendations & Awards ……………………………… 31-32 Service Commitment ……………………………… 33 Contact Information, Acknowledgements ……………………………… 34 MESSAGE FROM THE BARRIE POLICE SERVICES BOARD
It is my privilege and that of my board colleagues to serve the citizens of Barrie by providing community oversight of the Barrie Police Service. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that Barrie taxpayers receive effective and efficient policing at a competitive cost. Within these parameters, the Barrie Police Service compares very favourably with any police service in Ontario.
In addition to meeting its policing responsibilities, the Barrie Police Service had a presence at virtually every major community event in Barrie during 2007. In helping us to meet our continuing challenges we welcomed Mr. Doug JURE to the Board in January 2007 replacing Jerry Moore the departing Mr. Stan CHOPTIANY. Vice-Chair
Barrie Police Service Board Members
Chair Mayor Dave Aspden
Vice-Chair Councillor Jerry Moore
Member Douglas Jure Member Richard Jones Member Barbara Sinton Secretary Sherry Taylor 2007 Annual Report MESSAGE FROM THE
3 CHIEF OF THE POLICE
The core function of any police service is to respond to calls for service. In 2007 the Barrie Police Service responded to 50,809 such calls, dealing with everything from noisy parties to murder, and representing an increase of 4.4% over 2006.
To put our workload into perspective, the Barrie Police Service, on a per officer basis, handles more calls for service than the police services of Toronto, Montreal or Vancouver. The Barrie Police Service also manages this workload at a significantly lower per capita cost ($206) than Toronto ($320), Montreal ($260) or Vancouver ($322). With these numbers in mind it should come as no surprise that the consulting firm of Wayne C. Frechette Blackstone Partners, following their extensive review of the organization, concluded in Chief of Police November 2006 “that the Barrie Police Service is providing exceptional value with respect to the services they provide to the citizens of the City of Barrie”.
This “exceptional value” does not come about through happenstance but rather through the efforts of a group of public servants who dedicate themselves every day and night to making Barrie your community of choice. That group is comprised of the men and women of the Barrie Police Service, both sworn and civilian and it is my privilege to present the 2007 Annual Report to you on their behalf. SERVICE PROFILE
BARRIE POLICE SENIOR ADMINISTRATION
2007 Sworn
Chief of Police Wayne Frechette
Deputy Chief Steve Rogers
Inspector - Corporate Support Gary Sommers
Inspector - Criminal Investigations James Farrell
Inspector - Uniform Patrol Bruce Carlson
Inspector - Operational Support Mark Neelin Report 2007 Annual
2007 Civilian Manager - Human Resources Gail Taylor Manager - Financial Services Nancy Halas Manager - Information Systems Barb Howse
4 BARRIE POLICE AUTHORIZED STRENGTH
2005 2006 2007 Chief 1 1 1 Deputy 1 1 1 Inspectors 4 4 4 Staff Sergeants 9 10 10 Sergeants 27 25 27 Constables 136 146 156 TOTAL SWORN 178 187 199 Civilian (full time) 77 80 81 TOTAL STRENGTH 255 267 280 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Barrie Police Board Services Board Secretary
Chief of Police Executive Assistant
Deputy Chief Police Act Financial Human Police Chaplin Hearings Command Assistant Management Resources
Uniform Operational Criminal Patrol Support Corporate Investigations Corporate Support Division Division Administrative Support Assistant Division Assistant Division
Administrative Assistant
Corporate Support Operational Support Investigative Sexual / Domestic Property Evidence Information and Administrative Administrative Administrative Assault Unit Unit Security Systems Uniform Patrols Staff Sergeant Staff Sergeant Staff Sergeant
Emergency Towed Vehicles Alternate Response Response Unit Major Crimes VICLAS Services Pound Courts Unit Records Unit
Collision General Quartermaster Warrant Control Freedom of Canine Unit Reporting Center Assignments Victim Services Stores and Review Information
Bail and Parole Emergency Community Policy and Planning Reporting Support Unit Youth Crime Fraud Unit Services Unit
Community Patrols Emergency Operations High Risk 2007 Annual Report Administrative Disaster Plans Offenders Firearms Officer Schools Programs Media Staff Sergeant
Paid Duties Professional Procedures and Crime Prevention 5 Special Events Training Unit Identification Unit Standards Adequacy Standards
Auxiliary Communications Street Crime Police Act Planning Police Unit Unit Unit Prosecutions And Research
High Enforcement Calls/ Crime Public Action Team Traffic Unit Intelligence Order Analysis
Infrastructure C.O.R. Quality Assurance Support Unit Crime Stoppers and Audits
Building Marine Unit Management
Fleet Management
Technical Support
Health & Safety OUR COMMUNITY
Our community is experiencing phenomenal growth which has been recognized nation wide. According to Statistics Canada 2006 Census data, the population in 2006 for the City of Barrie was 128,430. Based on an estimated 4.2% growth rate per year, the population for Barrie in 2007 is estimated at 133,824*.
With a complement of 280 sworn and full time civilian members the dedicated men and women of the Barrie Police Service continue to provide quality service to our growing PATROL ZONES community; including the many amenities that the City of Barrie has to offer. Some of the amenities include:
Shopping - consisting of three malls, several retail plazas and a well-maintained downtown core. A lifestyle centre (Park Place) is being developed and will open in 2009. The
former Event Centre is also expected to be a 425,000 sq. ft. Report 2007 Annual commercial development.
Sporting Facilities - is another large attraction within our city. We are home to the Barrie Colts, an OHL Junior “A” Team who play out of our Barrie Molson Centre. Additionally, we have 9 Community Centres, 102 parks or green spaces and one municipal marina. Barrie is also in close proximity to numerous golf, ski and mountain bike facilities.
Cultural Amenities - such as the Agricultural Centre, Gryphon Theatre, TIFT Theatre, Huronia Symphony, Barrie Concert Association, Kempenfest (one of Canada’s largest 6 outdoor arts and craft festivals), Winterfest, Dragonboat Festival, Serendipity Princess Boat Cruises, MacLaren Art Centre, Film and Jazz Festivals, etc. Population of the City of Barrie: 133,824* Households: 48,497 In addition to shopping, sports facilities and cultural amenities we also service our growing local businesses and community partners.
• The Royal Victoria Hospital (built in 1997, now starting a major expansion project to more than double in size that will include the Simcoe-Muskoka Regional Cancer Centre) • 38 Elementary and 9 Secondary Schools, 1 Public and 2 Private Colleges and 20 other Private Education Establishments.
*The discrepancy in population stats reported in previous years relates to an adjustment in figures from real data obtained from the 2006 census vs. the projected forecasts. Source: Economic Development Department, City of Barrie. UNIFORM PATROL DIVISION Inspector Bruce Carlson
“Uniform Patrol Division is committed to providing proactive, effective and efficient front-line policing delivery. Support and cooperation through enhanced partnerships with community stakeholders have all contributed to our policing efforts, ensuring safe neighbourhoods in our high growth urban environment”. Inspector Bruce Carlson
Calls For Service 2007 2007 Criminal Incidents 11,947 Traffic 8% Non-Criminal Incidents 34,826 Non- Criminal Incidents Criminal Traffic 4,036 68% Incidents (including Criminal Code Traffic—245) 24% TOTAL 50,809
First Response
In 2007, the City of Barrie’s population was 133,824. Our front line officers responded to 50,809 calls for service. Although many members are involved in a call for service it is the front line officer that is the most visible and the one that the community most often sees. Front line officers were challenged with an increase of calls – up 4.4% from 2006. Non-criminal incidents accounted for the majority of calls for service at 68%, criminal incidents 24% and traffic related calls accounted for 8%. 2007 Annual Report Barrie Police continues to be “Committed to our Community” by being responsive to the needs of our citizens, local 7 businesses and our community partners. Enhancements in deployment methods have been implemented to provide sufficient coverage in our downtown core and provide more visibility of officers. One of these deployment methods was to utilize the Community Services Unit to provide coverage in the downtown core during the summer months.
Front line Supervisors trained with Mental Health Workers to better understand and serve the mentally handicapped in our community. Each platoon trained a designated police officer to liaise and attend calls for service involving a mentally handicapped person.
In December 2007, a tragic fire at Dunlop and Bayfield Streets, involving both residents and businesses highlighted the commitment of our officers. Police Officers worked tirelessly with the residents, business owners, city officials, the office of the Fire Marshall and Barrie Fire and Emergency Services. Our officers were prepared to deal in emergency situations such as this due to their solid and consistent training. Barrie Police Service was commended for the dedication and service to the community during this difficult time. High Enforcement Action Team (H.E.A.T)
The High Enforcement Action Team (HEAT) started in the summer of 2001. The Team was created after a number of violent high profile incidents that occurred downtown including: a swarming of two police officers; a violent assault that involved a large group of assailants and a gang sexual assault that occurred on a boat. At the conclusion of the summer, it was deemed that the unit should operate full time to support the needs of the growing community.
In the summer of 2002, a Barrie Police Service sub-station was opened on Maple Avenue at the bus station to support the needs of the downtown core. The HEAT, marine, bike and K-9 units were based at the sub-station.
The Team has continued to grow over the years. There are now two Sergeants overseeing six officer’s working straight night shifts. A Staff Sergeant is assigned to supervise the Team. In 2006, K-9 was transferred over to the Tactical Support Unit.
One of the Team’s fundamental goals in 2007 was to identify any known drug users/dealers in the downtown core along with the residents in which they occupied. The continuous efforts of the Team lead to a number of 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual individuals and houses being identified. In November, a takedown of a residence on Toronto Street led to the arrest and detention of 17 known drug offenders.
The Team was effective throughout the year by enforcing the laws relating to the major concerns of the residents and the business owners in the area. Concerns addressed, included, but not limited to: street level drug dealing, rooming house issues, by-laws, prostitution, panhandling, homelessness, vagrancy, transients, liquor license act offences and general public order.
Community Oriented Response (C.O.R) 8
A key factor for policing in the downtown core is police presence, high visibility in spots where the community and/or public complaints are generated and for officers to become proactive to the issues instead of being reactive.
Three officers are assigned primarily to the downtown core working full time dayshift during the week. These officers perform foot patrol working in partnership with all businesses, street centers and other establishments in the downtown area.
Officers to familiarize themselves with the clients that frequent the street centers, Salvation Army, medical clinics and housing complexes. The number of persons who suffer from some type of mental health illness in the downtown core is quite high and having officers that are familiar with these clients is paramount for any type of success.
During the summer months C.O.R performs bicycle patrols of the downtown area and the local beaches and park areas.
Though the downtown core presents new challenges every day, the consistent police presence is recognized by the community and it is very much appreciated by them. UNIFORM PATROL DIVISION Inspector Bruce Carlson
Marine Unit
2007 Police Boating Season Statistics
Hours Deployed 330 Number of Vessels Inspected 639 Charges Laid 17 Warnings 38 Hours of Training 48 Calls For Service 42 Emergency Calls For Service 13 Two of our services vessels at the City Marina Regular Calls For Service 29
The Barrie Police Marine Unit has successfully completed its second season in full time capacity. The Marine Unit carried 2 primary officers and 4 secondary officers to ensure maximum coverage on Kempenfelt Bay and Lake Simcoe. Full time coverage commenced June 18th, 2007 for 12 weeks including weekend coverage. Marine coverage 2007 Annual Report was available up until November 1st, 2007.
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• Utilized 4 vessels, all harbored at the City Marina. Two of the vessels were Bombardier super charged Sea-Doo’s which had been donated by St. Onge Recreations via a loan program sponsored by Bombardier. • Was involved in various community events throughout the season such as: the City’s display of Fireworks, Poker Run, Bay Swim, Dragon Boat Race, Kids Fishing Derby and the Triathlon. • Provided training for the Barrie Fire and Emergency Services. • Provided interviews to outlets such as A-Channel News, Rogers Cable and The Barrie Examiner. • Liaised with the City of Barrie life guards, summer camps, sailing schools, the Kempenfelt Bay Yacht Club and the Barrie Yacht Club. • Began the process to purchase a new boat to provide all weather enforcement and emergency response.
Constable Way getting ready to patrol the waterways on one of the Bombardier super charged Sea-Doo’s Auxiliary Police Unit
Greg Forbes ~ Auxiliary Inspector Michael Mizzi ~ Auxiliary Sergeant Retired from the unit after serving and dedicating 25 years. Retired from the unit after serving and dedicating 19 years.
The Barrie Police Service Auxiliary Unit is an integral part of our Service. The Unit is broken into three platoons run Report 2007 Annual by an Auxiliary Inspector and an Auxiliary Staff Sergeant. In 2007, we continued to grow as an Auxiliary Unit increasing in membership by 19% over 2006. In November 2007 there were a total of 31 members. The Auxiliary Unit dedicates countless hours of volunteer time every year on our behalf to ensure that our community receives excellent service. Their efforts contribute to the good quality of life in our municipality. Their commitment is valued by both the Service and the community.
2007 Auxiliary Unit Hours Distribution
Unit Summary Boat Cruiser RIDE Parade Special Training Meeting NCO Platoon Total Platoon 1 0 627 15 63 164 109 0 192 1170 10 Platoon 2 0 636 37 63 281 78 0 192 1287 Platoon 3 0 770 14 42 242 57 1 192 1318 Aux. Inspector 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 144 144 Aux. Staff Sgt. 0 18 0 7 2 8 0 192 227 UNIT TOTAL 0 2051 66 175 689 252 1 912 4146
This year we said goodbye to two members who gave the Service and our Community tireless hours of service commitment and dedication. Auxiliary Inspector Greg Forbes served within the Unit for 28 years. Auxiliary Sergeant Michael Mizzi served 19 years. The Auxiliary Unit is strictly a volunteer unit. Both of these men dedicated countless hours of their time and a number of years to the Barrie Police Service and our community.
Thank you on behalf of the Barrie Police Service and the citizens of Barrie for your dedication to the Unit. OPERATIONAL SUPPORT DIVISION Inspector Mark Neelin
“Members of the Operation Support Division provide specialized uniform capabilities to augment front line policing including Tactical, Canine, Emergency Support, Traffic, Training, Communications and Fleet Maintenance”. Inspector Mark Neelin
Tactical Support Unit (TSU)
The Tactical Support Unit (TSU) provides a tactical response to high risk situations including, but not limited to: barricaded persons, hostage situations, apprehension of armed individuals, high risk court security and dealing with violent emotionally disturbed persons. When not responding to tactical calls, the TSU conducts regular uniform patrol duties, providing Tactical Support to front line officers. TSU members were involved in over 5000 calls for service.
The TSU consists of a Staff Sergeant, Sergeant and 12 members with a variety of specialties. Within the unit are 4 trained Sniper/Observers, 2 Method of Entry technicians, 1 Explosive Disposal Technician and 2 Rappel Masters. All of the members are trained critical incident negotiators. Each member carries a variety of less lethal options. The TSU maintains a rigorous training schedule throughout the year.
In 2007 the TSU was involved in 16 Major Tactical Operations (warrants and team taskings) including the province wide Project Kryptic (Driftwood Crips takedown) and Project Develop (Hell’s Angels warrants). In addition, members of the TSU dealt with over 70 high risk incidents during regular patrol where tactical skills and equipment were required to safely resolve the situation. 2007 Annual Report
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Canine Team
The Barrie Police Canine Unit consists of three Handler/Dog teams. Our three dogs, Bullit, Tazer, and Tex are all general service dogs with specialized training in drug detection. The teams are utilized for fugitive tracks, building clearing/searching, area searches, drug searches, missing person searches, and educational demonstrations to student and community groups. The teams will also work with the TSU on a variety of assisting roles. During 2007, the three teams responded to 160 canine specific calls within the city. All three teams maintain a rigorous training schedule to ensure that their skills are in top form. Emergency Support Unit (ESU)
In accordance with Section 18 of the Adequacy Standards Regulations, a specialized unit, trained for public safety, was formed as the Public Order Unit in 1999. The Unit was tasked with the pro-active management of crowd situations at various levels of order through interaction with crowd participants. In 2005, the Unit was re-formed as the Emergency Support Unit (ESU) to reflect the broader scope assigned to the Unit which now includes search management for persons and evidence.
In 2007, the ESU performed a total of 11 days of missing person and evidence searches and one three day crowd management deployment.
• In July, a two day missing person search was conducted utilizing 30 officers, two Barrie Police K9 teams, two OPP K9 teams and OPP air support . • Also in July, two one day evidence searches were conducted. • In October, seven days were spent in Lackie’s Bush utilizing 7-12 members of the ESU plus an OPP cadaver dog per day to search for evidence. 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual • One three day deployment of the ESU was conducted for crowd management during Barrie’s Promenade Days.
Training Unit
In 2007, there were two constables and an Acting Sergeant assigned to the Training Unit. Throughout the year these three members were responsible for the In-Service Training of the 196 sworn members, members of the Courts 12 Unit and Auxiliary Units. These officers also provided Orientation training for new members both Civilian and Uniform that were hired in 2007.
The Training Unit co-ordinates the training that our members received at the Ontario Police College and the Canadian Police College. The Unit facilitated and took part in a Suspect Apprehension Pursuit training course held at the Barrie Police Service.
Sp/Cst. Bradley Breeden during decontamination In 2005, a member from the Training Unit initiated and developed a Fitness following Oleresiun Capsicium (OC) exposure. Incentive Program for members of the Barrie Police Service. The program continues to be a positive program that encourages Health, Wellness and Fitness for all members of the Barrie Police.
In 2007, 38 members took part in the program and were successful in completing the Ontario Police Fitness Award. The Training Unit also assists Human Resources in conducting Fitness Testing for new Auxiliary and Special Constable Candidates.
During 2007, the Acting Sergeant in the Training Unit assisted Human Resources with Essential Competency Interviews and background investigations for both new recruits and experienced officers. OPERATIONAL SUPPORT DIVISION Inspector Mark Neelin
The newly renovated Communications Centre allows for the Communication Sergeant to be in the room to provide assistance when required.
Communications Centre
The communications centre operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and is the primary link between the public calling for police service and the officers on the road. The communications centre logs all calls for service and dispatches officers on a priority basis to ensure the most urgent calls are dealt with as soon as possible.
The communications centre underwent renovations in 2007 to increase the space available within the room and allows for the communications supervisor to be accommodated within close proximity of the dispatchers and the call takers.
2007 also saw the deployment of Mobile Data Terminals (MDTs) in the police cruisers. The MDTs allow the dispatchers to dispatch the officers via computer rather than voice radio. This allows for detailed call information to be sent to the officers in the field in a more efficient manner. 2007 Annual Report
Fleet Fleet 13 Cars 58 The Fleet Unit consisted of a Sergeant and two full time mechanics who serviced the 101 fleet the Barrie Police Service had in 2007. Trucks / Vans 22 Motorcycles 2 The Unit converted the services police vehicles from the Ford Crown Victoria to Leased Vehicles 12 the Dodge Charger with positive results in 2007. Boats 2 The Fleet Unit in conjunction with the Information Technology Unit extended the Bicycles 4 six unit pilot program of the Mobile Data Terminals (MDT) to include 22 front Command Post 1 line vehicles. An MDT allows an officer to have an increased amount of information available to them while on duty patrolling the streets. Total 101
The Unit supported the co-op program with local schools in 2007 to help students gain basic knowledge and hands on experience with fleet operations and mechanics. The Unit looks forward to continuing this program in 2008. Constable Parliament conducts a routine traffic stop to ensure proper identification and registration papers are available.
Traffic Services Unit 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual The Traffic Unit provides traffic enforcement and investigative capabilities to enhance road safety in our community. Members of the Unit have specialized training in technical collision investigation and traffic accident reconstruction and investigates all fatalities and serious motor vehicle collisions within the City of Barrie. During the year the unit investigated two fatal collisions, both which involved alcohol.
The unit continues to support MADD and their efforts to eliminate drinking and driving. With success in recent years during the annual festive RIDE program, Traffic Services will now focus on targeting those that drink and drive, by operating the RIDE program year round.
2007 saw the purchase of 2 Dodge Magnums and a second motorcycle for the unit that will assist in monitoring traffic within the City of Barrie, in an effort to meet the goals set out in the Services’ road safety plan. The responsibility of the Directed Traffic Enforcement program during 2007 was also shifted to Traffic Services. 14 The unit continues to support training for speed management, the breath testing program for impaired drivers and new hires by the service. They participate in joint forces operations with surrounding police services and the Ministry of Transportation (MTO) enforcement branch for inspection of vehicles, the ERASE (Eliminate Racing Activity on Streets Everywhere) program and RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) Programs.
CORPORATE SUPPORT DIVISION Inspector Gary Sommers
“Our Corporate Support Division consists of several motivated units that directly assist and support front line personnel on a daily basis. These units include Community Services – Crime Prevention, Records Management, Property & Evidence, Quartermaster, Policy & Planning – Quality Assurance, Information Technology and Court Security. The professionalism demonstrated by each employee helps achieve this important role within our Service”.
Community Services Unit
The Community Services Unit (CSU) staffed by one sergeant and nine constables meets the needs of a rapidly growing population and school environment.
Our officers provide proactive, preventative and reactive enforcement strategies in our communities and 39 elementary and 9 secondary schools. Officers are assigned schools in which they liaison and build relationships with the staff and students.
Educational awareness and safety programs are taught in elementary schools, high schools, college and adult learning centres. Public, separate and private school students are given accurate and up to date information providing the basis for informed personal choices. Officers assigned to the elementary schools provide programs such as V.I.P. (Values, Influences and Peers) and Safety Patroller training for all safety patrollers throughout Barrie.
Officers are also responsible for: 1. Responding to calls for service in the schools 2. Coordinating Code Red Drills 3. Providing workshops and presentations for students, parents and school officials (internet safety, bullying/cyber-bullying, and drug/alcohol awareness) 2007 Annual Report 4. Coordinating community events and presentations 5. Coordinating Youth Crime enforcement (diversion, youth gangs and graffiti)
15 Community Service is also responsible for Crime Prevention and provides presentations on various police related topics such as home and commercial security, criminal offences such as frauds, drugs and many other similar topics.
In 2007, Community Services was also responsible for commencing the development of a school safety database called SSPIN (School Safety Protocol Information Network). The database is designed to provide administration, first responders and communications staff information on each school including floor plans, satellite overviews, school data and information. SSPIN ensures that if in the event of a school emergency police responding to the call can do so with all the information they need regarding the school without delay.
Records
Our Records Unit is staffed with 23 civilian members overseen by a civilian Supervisor. They are responsible for the collection, maintenance and dissemination of information, in compliance with federal and provincial legislation and Barrie Police Service Policies and Procedures. During 2007, the Records Unit processed a total of 16,318 Police Record Checks and 3,581 Motor Vehicle Collisions reports.
Twelve members of the Unit follow the same schedule as our uniform platoons in order to provide direct support.
This Unit also consists of our Canadian Police Information Centre Audit Team who ensure our records are accurate and up to date. Property & Quartermaster Units
Our Property Unit consists of a Staff Sergeant, a Police Constable and a Civilian Clerk. In 2007, the Property Unit received and booked in 10,495 items, including found and seized property, evidence and articles for safe keeping.
The Property Unit organizes and operates the Annual Spring Auction. For the first time in history a second auction was held in the Fall of 2007 because of extra high volume of property. Provincial Adequacy demands an audit of this Unit on an annual basis due to the type of articles handled such as: drugs, guns, money and jewelry.
The Quartermaster Unit is overseen by the Staff Sergeant in charge of the Property Unit. The Unit consists of a Civilian Quartermaster and a Quartermaster Assistant. The Assistant position was created in May of 2007 to assist with the increased volume of work due to the Services’ growth. In the Fall of 2007, Quartermaster began aggressively using the “SAMS” (Standardized Asset Manager) computer program in order to better track all uniforms and equipment issued to personnel. The program also creates and tracks Purchase Orders. SAMS has greatly assisted with the efficiency and the overall organization of the Quartermaster Unit.
Court Services Report 2007 Annual The Barrie Police Courts Services Unit is comprised of both full and part time personnel. These hard-working, industrious people make the Court system work for all our members. Handling approximately 900 prisoners each month and the accompanying mountain of paperwork is a challenging task for the Special Constables and Records staff. These dedicated individuals deal with sometimes hostile prisoners, upset and frustrated victims and the general public in a professional manner. They are also tasked with the security of the entire Courthouse which is mandated by the Police Services Act.
Courts Services staff are some of the most involved of our 16 employees. It is a rare thing that a Cancer Run, Big Bike or Association Picnic does not involve several Courts Staff generously volunteering their time.
Policy & Planning / Quality Assurance
The Policy & Planning Unit is mandated to assist in developing strategies, plans and policies that will enable the Service to respond to changing legislation, community needs and the needs of our membership.
In 2007, in addition to preparing the Annual Report and 2008-2010 Business Plan, the unit was responsible for revising, developing and releasing numerous Procedures.
Quality Assurance is in place to ensure the Service’s resources and programs meet the needs of the community. The Unit strives to provide accountability to the Board through its Reviews of the management and performance of police resources to ensure it is supplying an efficient and effective service to the community. CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION Inspector Jim Farrell
“Our goal is to provide the citizens of Barrie with the best criminal investigators, to ensure comprehensive investigations, to prevent recidivist criminal behaviour”. Inspector Jim Farrell
Major Crime Unit
In 2007, the Major Crime Unit was led by a Detective overseeing two Detective Constables. Two civilian members were also assigned to major crime. One was assigned to data management Major Case Management power case and the other an administrative assistant and transcriber.
2007 was an extremely busy year for the Major Crime Unit. Members of the Unit along with seconded officers worked on two new homicides: the tragic death of Mr. Boxall and Mr. Tanner, one suspected homicide Ms. Flanagan and one attempt murder Mr. Rodgers. Investigative work continued on the unsolved murders of Ms. April Dobson and Ms. Kathy Janeiro. Officers also kept busy working on four other homicide cases that are currently at various stages before the courts.
Due to the increased work load in the Major Crime Unit, it is anticipated in the year 2008 additional Detective Constable positions will be added.
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Unit
2000 1641 2007 Annual Report 1473 1500 1303
1000 610 17 514 550 500
0 2005 2006 2007
Domestic Investigations Charges
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Unit Offender Management Unit
The Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence (SADV) Unit The Offender Management Unit is responsible for the is comprised of one Detective and eight Detective supervision of individuals who are serving part, or all of Constables who are highly trained in the specialized their sentence in the community. This supervision is areas of sexual assault, domestic violence and child enhanced through an exchange of information between abuse investigations. police and correctional agencies.
The SADV unit is committed to providing victims of In addition, officers are required to monitor offenders intimate crimes with the most comprehensive and who are registered on the Ontario Sex Offender Registry. professional police response possible. The goal of the The Barrie Police Service recognizes that the successful unit is to assist victims and their families by providing accomplishment of these responsibilities is greatly essential services and investigative expertise. enhanced through consultation and cooperation with the various community agencies. The Intelligence Unit
The Intelligence Unit gathers, develops, analyzes and disseminates timely information pertaining to organized crime and other criminal activity in the Barrie area. Through a partnership with the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario (CISO) intelligence information is collated and shared with member agencies. As a result, patterns of crime are identified and enforcement strategies are developed in cooperation with other police and non-police agencies.
The Street Crime Unit
In 2007 the Street Crime Unit consisted of one Detective and ten Detective Constables. The members within the Unit were responsible investigating property related crimes along with regular maintenance of pawn shops, drugs, prostitution, massage parlours and Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs. The unit was also tasked with numerous surveillance details.
The Street Crime Unit continued to support both the Criminal Investigations Division and Uniform Division with intelligence led investigations that resulted in the execution of 19 search warrants, 126 A CDSA warrant executed at a Barrie residence. Seized: arrests and 261 charges for drug and property related offences. 268g of cocaine, 1442g of marihuana, 766 plants, 412 ecstasy pills, 1 taser, 1 handgun, 1 rifle. Three arrests were made and approx. 30 charges laid. The Unit arrested three unrelated persons for residential break and enters in the early portion of 2007. As a result of these arrests, the persons were Report 2007 Annual linked as being responsible for over 100 residential break and enters in a four month period.
In an effort to curb the on-going drug issues within the city the members within the unit devised and were involved in a six week project “Project Stone Cold”. The project targeted street level drug trafficking and prostitution.
Through government funding the unit increased with two new positions being added in the latter part of 2007. A member is now assigned to the Guns & Gangs Unit and one to investigating Marihuana Grow Operations.
The unit was utilized throughout the year and dedicated hundreds of hours for various surveillance details requested by the Major Crime Unit, Offender Management Unit along with the drug and property related surveillance required to conduct various investigations. 18 2007 Joint Forces Operations HIGHLIGHTS In 2007, Barrie Police participated in PROJECT STONE COLD many Joint Forces Operations (JFO). Our formal Provincially mandated Goal: To target, identify and arrest individuals involved in street level JFO include: E-Crimes and the Biker crack cocaine, prostitution and illegally operated massage parlours. Enforcement Unit (BEU). All of Cost: Approximately $3000.00 these units and positions are meeting Results: 39 arrests, 28 Criminal Code Charges including numerous or exceeding performance objectives. prostitution charges and 81 Controlled Drugs & Substances Act charges Our Service did not participate in any Internal Task Forces in 2007.
PROJECT DEVELOP Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit (Provincial Strategy with OPP & Project P) Goal: To expose the infrastructure and inner workings of the Hells Angels to corroborate the gang’s status as a criminal organization. Goal: To protect children from sexual abuse Cost: Staffing only and exploitation on the Internet. Results: Executed 38 warrants across the Province, 18 arrests Cost: Staffing only (full-patch members), approx 297 criminal charges laid, Results: 11 arrests, substantial quantity of drugs, weapons, and cash seized. One 58 criminal charges laid member lived in Barrie. CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION DIVISION Inspector Jim Farrell
Forensic Identification Unit
The Forensic Identification Unit is comprised of four Detective Constables, two Civilian Administrative Assistants and one Sergeant. The main function of the Unit is to provide forensic investigation to the Citizens of Barrie who have been victims of crime. The Unit provides Investigative Support to both the Criminal Investigations Unit and the Uniform Patrol Division.
Crime Scene response ranges from Vandalism to Homicide scenes. The officers in the Unit responded to approximately 1200 calls for Service in 2007 and attended approximately 400 Crime Scenes. Members of this Unit are trained to collect, preserve and analyze evidence in an attempt to identify suspects and provide expert evidence in a competent and professional manner in court. Many hours are spent preparing for court and liaising with the Centre of Forensic Science and the Chief Coroners Office in Toronto.
Processing a scene for forensic examination includes searching for fingerprint and footwear impressions, identifying and collecting DNA evidence, taking photographs and videos of crime scenes, looking for physical comparison evidence such as tool marks, hairs and fibres, completing scale drawings and creating composite sketches and photo
2007 Annual Report lineups. Officers are trained to use cameras, chemicals, and forensic light sources in their investigations as well as how to reconstruct shooting scenes. 19 Fraud Unit
The Fraud Unit is currently composed of 2 Detective Constables and 1 Detective (Sergeant). The unit investigates serious and complex fraud occurrences which are normally forwarded by front line officers or directly from financial institutions. Those investigations would include Social Assistance (welfare) fraud, Insurance Fraud, Complex Frauds, Fraud which involve the manufacture or use of counterfeit credit or ATM cards, Frauds committed against senior citizens, Complex Forgery offences and the making or possession of counterfeit currency.
During 2007, the members of the Fraud Unit were involved in a number of significant complex fraud investigations. In February, a lengthy investigation which involved officers from the Barrie Police Service, the Ontario Provincial Police and the Federal Trade Commission was concluded. This investigation resulted in the dismantling of a Debt Consolidation Scam involving credit card consolidation. Search warrants were executed in Barrie, Toronto and Montreal and four persons were arrested to face charges in Canada and the USA.
During the course of the year, the unit also concluded an investigation into counterfeiting credit cards. This investigation resulted in numerous charges against two Barrie men and the recovery of hundreds of credit card numbers, blank credit cards, a card reader, card skimmer and computer and a large amount of Canadian Currency. This investigation was done in conjunction with investigators from the banking industry and the Calgary Police Service. Barrie and Area Victim Crisis Assistance and Referral Service
The Barrie and Area VCARS program is a non-profit, incorporated, community volunteer based program with charitable status. The program has been in operation since January 1996.
The VCARS program provides emotional support, practical assistance, and referral and information for victims of crime or tragedy. With the consent of the victim, referral to VCARS is directly through police. Support is provided on-site, by trained volunteers, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, to police referral in the areas for Barrie Police Service, South Simcoe Police, Midland Police Service, and the OPP Detachments for Barrie, New Tecumseth, Collingwood, Huronia West and Midland/Penetang.
The Barrie and Area VCARS program is funded by the Victim Justice Fund, administered by the Ministry of the Attorney General and governed by a community based Board of Directors. All volunteers with the program complete a forty-hour mandatory training course prior to becoming accredited volunteers. 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual The benefits of a VCARS program include enabling police to proceed to other calls sooner, immediate crisis assistance to a victim of a crime or tragedy, an opportunity for members of the community to learn more about the legal justice system and to become involved in a caring capacity to others in a time of need.
Barrie and Area VCARS is proud of its association with Barrie Police Service and its commitment to the community of Barrie. For more information about the program, or to volunteer, please contact Marie McCallum, Executive Director, at (705) 725-7025 , ext. 2120.
Crime Stoppers of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka
Crime Stoppers is a civilian, non profit charitable organization 20 that brings together in a cooperative relationship police services, the media and members of the community in the fight against crime. Crime Stoppers gives the public an opportunity to On November 29, 2008, Barrie Police Service will be provide anonymous information about known or potential crime hosting the Crime Stoppers Gala Ball. For tickets or without fear of reprisal. Cash rewards are offered to people who more information please call the Crime Stoppers call the program if the information leads to an arrest. office at 705-726-2237.
Crime Stoppers is an integral part of each community. It is a crime prevention tool that our local police services have come to Barrie City Statistics 2006 2007 rely on. Crime Stoppers save law enforcement agencies thousands of dollars in investigative time. Calls to Crime Total Tips Received 308 413 Stoppers assist in putting police on the right track by identifying Total Arrests 12 28 individuals who are responsible for committing crimes. Property Value Recovered $ $100 $149,475 The Crime Stoppers program of Simcoe Dufferin Muskoka is Drug Value Seized $ $450 $822,460 encouraging tipsters to report information about any illegal activity such as unsolved cases, vandalism, theft, crimes against Rewards Paid Out $ $1625 $1700 children or drug related offences. This information may be *Note: Crime Stoppers Statistics vary from year reported to Crime Stopper by calling our toll free number to year depending on the tip and the type of crime reported on. In addition, a tip received in (1-800-222-TIPS), and by accessing their web site, then 2006 may not be cleared until 2007 therefore clicking “submit a tip on-line”. www.sdm-crimestoppers.com the money values can sometimes be reflected in the following year. CIVILIAN DIRECTORS
“The Human Resources Unit continues to be dedicated to the staffing needs of the Barrie Police Service in a multi-generational work place. We continue to use the motto, Hire for Attitude, Train for Skill”. Gail Taylor, Human Resources Manager Human Resources
The Human Resources Unit Manager and administrative assistant are responsible for:
• Police and Civilian Recruitment • Pay Equity / Job Evaluation Gail Taylor • Internal Posting and Selection • Labour Relations / Grievances Human Resources • Police Promotional System • Employee Assistance Program / Wellness • Attendance & WSIB Claims Management • Auxiliary Recruitment & Selection
During 2007, the Human Resources Unit received and processed 786 resumes from outside sources and conducted just over 200 interviews for both new and internal positions. Sixteen experienced officers were hired and commenced policing in Barrie as well as three brand new recruits and four civilian staff members. In addition, Human Resources also ran 29 internal posting competitions and launched its’ new promotional system which resulted in five members achieving the rank of sergeant and one member achieving the rank of staff sergeant.
A competition for the Auxiliary Unit took place, which is popular for both people seeking careers in policing as well as members wishing to make a community contribution through the Auxiliary Policing Unit. Initial physical and aptitude testing of candidates took place and resulted in the addition of ten new Auxiliary members to the unit.
The Human Resources Unit attended the OACP Constable Selection System annual conference and PAO Labour Conference along with OMERS training sessions. We participated as a member and sat as vice chair of the OACP Human Resources Committee and OPC Promotional Advisory Committee. Internally, the Human Resources
2007 Annual Report Manager sits as member of Health and Safety, Job Evaluation and Awards Committee.
In the interest of employee wellness, the Human Resources Unit, in co-operation with the Employee Assistance 21 Program have planned a Clinic to take place in early 2008. This initiative will provide members with important health information and assist in goal setting for improved fitness.
In May 2007, eight new members joined the Barrie Police Service.
“ The mission of the finance unit is to deliver effective and efficient financial services in a proficient and professional manner. We also strive to promote fiscal responsibility and accountability over expenditures”. Nancy Halas, Finance Manager Finance
The Finance Unit manager oversees two civilian staff members. They are responsible for budget preparation and analysis, all areas of time and attendance management, processing of payroll, benefits administration, overseeing purchasing and processing of accounts payable and Nancy Halas receivable. The approved operating budget for 2007 was $32,102,608 which represents an Finance 8.415% increase over 2006. Policing Costs
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Budget $59,125 $27,250,444 $4,403,208 $1,737,971 $1,348,140 $32,102,608 Actual $53,333 $26,676,422 $4,802,835 $1,713,305 $1,373,502 $31,872,393
“The objective of the Information Technology Unit is to provide technology solutions to support the business goals established by other Police Units in a timely Report 2007 Annual and cost effective manner while adhering to established security protocols and to enhance public and officer safety”. Barb Howse, Information Technology Manager
Information Technology
Barb Howse The Information Technology Unit (IT) is comprised of five Information Technology members. During 2007, the majority of our resources were dedicated to the roll out of 22 mobile workstations for the Uniform Patrol Division. Officers now have access to Barrie Police Records, Dispatch and CPIC information from the mobile equipped vehicles. Officers can also access corporate 22 email. The mobile project required the establishment of a training centre to emulate the mobile environment, changes to network infrastructure and implementation of two-factor authentication as required by security policy. Eventually all police members will be required to use two-factor authentication to access police information systems.
In addition to the mobile workstation implementation, the IT Unit also installed a new Spam Server resulting in the reduction of inbound spam mail by 95%.
Finally the IT Unit assisted in the refurbishment of the Communication Centre by equipping a temporary location for the Communications Unit, moving the equipment to the temporary location and equipping the new center and moving the equipment back on completion.
Newly mounted Mobile Data Terminals REPORTREPORT ONON 20042004——20062006 BUSINESSBUSINESS PLANPLAN
We continue to effectively serve the needs of the citizens of Barrie as set out in our 2004 - 2006 Business Plan through crime prevention and protective programs.
Crime Prevention Performance Objectives & Assessment Achieved Ongoing Deploy resources to ensure adequate and GOAL - Continual enhancement of crime effective proactive policing strategies prevention and proactive policing strategies & Compare and analyze downtown statistics. initiatives. Community Patrol Performance Objectives & Assessment Continue to evaluate and improve the GOAL - To provide front line service delivery that supervision of front line officers. both anticipates and reacts to the demands generated in a high growth urban environment. Explore methods that will better ensure the utilization of the crime analyst to strategically direct resource development. Community Satisfaction Performance Objectives & Assessment Conduct a community survey to determine GOAL - To maintain the high level of satisfaction the level of satisfaction the city residents that the citizens of Barrie have with the Barrie Police have with the Barrie Police Service. Service. Maintain and enhance community based crime prevention initiatives and Partnerships.
2007 Annual Report Investigation Services Performance Objectives & Assessment Maximize the development of partnerships GOAL - To provide criminal investigation services in within the police community. 23 accordance with the highest standards of Ensure our members meet and have proper professional skill, integrity and accountability. Ministry accredited training.
Emergency Calls For Service Performance Objectives & Assessment Provide Ministry training to GOAL - To provide exceptional response to communications staff. emergency calls for service. Tactical Support Unit utilized to respond to emergency & critical situations. Property Crimes Performance Objectives & Assessment Crime analyst utilized to identify crime GOAL - To develop strategies to reduce property trends and patterns enabling the service to crimes in the City of Barrie. target specific crime areas. Continued using Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design evaluations Violent Crime Performance Objectives & Assessment Maintained 100% submission rates for GOAL - To reduce violent crime ViCLAS Created an Offender Management Unit for the apprehension of offenders wanted on outstanding warrants. Youth Crime Performance Objectives & Assessment Achieved Ongoing Assessed policies in relation to the Safe GOAL - To maintain an integrated approach to youth Schools Act and enhanced our Code Red crime prevention, intervention and Drills, School Safety Programs. enforcement in cooperation with other stakeholder Ensured that the YCJA mandate was met by groups and agencies. continued partnership and communication between the Youth Crime Officer and front line officers. Victim Assistance Performance Objectives & Assessment Maintained and enhanced our partnership GOAL - To be both proactive and interactive in with the Victim Crisis Assistance Referral respect to our dealings with victims as well as other Program. disadvantaged or vulnerable persons in our Continued to maintain our community community. partnerships.
Road Safety Performance Objectives & Assessment Report 2007 Annual Created a dedicated traffic unit and changed GOAL - To more effectively deal with traffic their hours of deployment to cover a 7 am to related problems in the City of Barrie. midnight period to ensure maximum efficiency. Information Technology Performance Objectives & Assessment Wireless strategy was implemented. GOAL - To provide the information technology Mobile Data Terminals were implemented in infrastructure to support and enhance current and the service vehicles. emerging service delivery needs. Facility Planning Performance Objectives & Assessment Annual progress report on new facility GOAL - To research the Barrie Police Services planning. 24 immediate and long-term facility needs. Resource Planning Performance Objectives & Assessment Implemented a full time Drug Unit. GOAL - To implement a resource planning Designated a full time Tactical Support Unit. methodology that takes into account the business Two full time mechanics and a Sergeant plan and existing demands for service. fulfill the needs of our fleet. New officer handguns were researched and our old ones were all replaced. Budget Forecast Performance Assessment Estimate cost projections developed and GOAL - The Barrie Police Services Board and the submitted to council. Barrie Police Management Team will annually estimate the cost projections for implementing the business plan for the following year. 20072007 STATISTICALSTATISTICAL OVEOVERVIEWRVIEW
2006 2007
# of # Clearance # of # Clearance Offence Grouping Offences Cleared Rate (%) Offences Cleared Rate (%) Crimes Against the Person 1235 791 64% 1090 706 65%
Property Crimes 4813 1103 30% 4711 1176 25%
Other Criminal Code 5132 2254 44% 4584 1910 42% Drugs 425 323 76% 469 355 76% Other Federal 0 0 0 3 1 33%
Selected Offences # of Offences 2005 2006 2007 Crimes Against the Person Homicide 2 3 3 Attempt Murder 1 0 1 Assault 1126 983 877 Sexual Assault 158 127 125 Various Sexual Offences (not including sexual assault) 5 8 4 Abduction 28 25 14 Robbery 92 97 65
2007 Annual Report Property Crimes Break & Enter - Residence 529 520 723 25 Break & Enter - Business 480 370 239 Theft of Motor Vehicles 450 422 365 Theft Over $5000 64 50 107 Theft Under $5000 1823 2631 2737 Possession of Stolen Property 179 192 184 Fraud 649 628 595 Other Criminal Code Mischief 1284 1446 1538 Bail Violations 460 452 455 Disturbing the Peace 1039 1061 924 Counterfeit Currency 678 336 155 Offensive Weapons 167 189 146 Criminal Code Traffic Criminal Code Traffic 302 239 245 Drugs Drugs 433 425 469 Persons Charged - Selected Offences 2007 Persons Charged Offence Description Adult Y.O. Total Male Female Total Male Female Total Persons Break and Enter 28 2 30 18 3 21 51 Theft Over $5000 12 3 15 5 1 6 21 Theft Under $5000 158 71 229 28 40 68 297 Possession of Stolen Property 122 40 162 35 12 47 209 Fraud 77 53 130 3 9 12 142 Property Crimes Total 397 169 566 89 65 154 720
2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual Homicide 4 0 4 0 0 0 4 Attempted Murder 2 0 2 0 1 1 3 All Assaults 273 79 352 54 15 69 421 All Sexual Assaults 34 0 34 2 0 2 36 Other Sexual Offences 3 0 3 0 0 0 3 Abduction 15 2 17 0 0 0 17 Robbery 10 2 12 11 0 11 23 Violent Crimes Total 341 83 424 135 135 270 694
Mischief 102 11 113 38 8 46 159 26 Bail Violations 220 85 305 23 6 29 334 Disturbing the Peace 16 4 20 1 0 1 21 Counterfeit Currency 6 2 8 0 0 0 8 Offensive Weapons 39 7 46 7 1 8 54 Arson 2 0 2 1 0 1 3 Obstructing Public / Peace Officer 24 4 28 4 1 5 33 Indecent Acts 4 0 4 0 0 0 4 Prostitution 0 3 3 0 0 0 3 Trespass at Night 3 0 3 2 0 2 5 "Other" CC Crimes Total 416 116 532 76 16 92 624
Drugs 251 76 327 41 11 52 379 20072007 STATISTICALSTATISTICAL OVEOVERVIEWRVIEW
Use of Force Summary
The total number of use of force reports submitted for 2007 was 99 which is a 5% decrease from the reported 104 use of force reports submitted in 2006.
For an extensive view of the annual use of force Suspect Apprehension Pursuit Reports study please visit our website at: www.police.barrie.on.ca. In 2007, Barrie Police Service members were involved in seven motor vehicle pursuits. The number of police Firearm pursuits are down from 2006 by 59%. Drawn 22 2006 2007 Discharged 3 # of Pursuits 17 7 Oleoresin Capsicum Charges 52 32 Discharged 2 Injuries 3 1 Taser Displayed 11 Deployed 20 Physical Control Impact Weapon (i.e. Baton) 1 Empty Hands 49 2007 Annual Report Injuries 27 Caused to Suspect or Officer 29 By Use of Force 27 By Canine Team 2
*Each Use of Force report may include more than one type of force used.
Training day for Canine Team: Constable Cam Cooper and Tex Reported Drug Offence Drug Offences Clearance Rates
300 264 273 259 100 90 200 72% 76% 12 0 80 74% 10 9 10 0 67 100 49 43 70 60 0 50 2005 2006 2007 Clearance Rate(%) 2005 2006 2007
Coc aine Cannabis Other Year
There were no reports of heroin use in 2007. The last charge for heroin was in 2004. 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual
During a CDSA search warrant of a Barrie residence Sergeant Goodbrand provides the media with de- 530 marihuana plants were seized along with an tails of a grow operation take down in April 2007. additional 40 pounds of plant clippings. 28 Youth Crime
In 2007, Young Offenders made up 12% of the criminal charges laid in the City of Barrie, which is a 6% decrease from 2006. There were 704 youths cleared by means other than the laying of a formal charge.
The following criminal charge analysis table compares the total number of annual criminal charges for young offender males and females and adult males and females.
Charges Charges Charges Charges Percent Percent Percent Percent Charges Year Adult Adult Y.O. Y.O. Adult Adult Y.O. Y.O. Total Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female 2005 4418 2872 744 387 142 65 17 9 3 2006 3515 2595 542 419 149 74 15 12 4 2007 4351 2546 707 373 162 59 16 9 4 Mean Average - Charges 2005 - 2007 66 16 10 4 20072007 STATISTICALSTATISTICAL OVEOVERVIEWRVIEW Traffic Enforcement Provincial Offence Notices 2005 2006 2007 Issued 2005—2007 Community Patrols 3,589 3,387 4,966 Directed Traffic Enforcement 12,428 11,865 11,408 Total 16,017 15,252 16,374 Traffic enforcement plays a significant role in continuing our commitment to the community by providing road safety. In 2007, our Community Patrol Division along with our Directed Traffic Enforcement initiative issued 16,374 Provincial Offence Notices. Issuance of Provincial Offences Notices are up from 2006 by 7%. Constable Melissa Horne ensures our children Provincial Offences include charges relating to the Compulsory get to school safely by enforcing the speed Automobile Insurance Act, Liquor Licence Act, Motor Vehicle limits on our roadways. Picture taken from the Collisions, Highway Traffic Act and By-Law offences. Barrie Examiner in September 2007.
Impaired Driving 250 Total Motor Vehicle Collisions 211 4000 200 3473 159 161 3500 3143 3117 150 3000
2007 Annual Report 2500 2000 100 1500 29 50 1000 500 0 0 2005 2006 2007 2005 2006 2007
Since 2005, Barrie Police Service was effective in its enforcement by removing 531 impaired drivers from our city streets. Break down of 2005 2006 2007 RIDE Program 2005 2006 2007 Motor Vehicle Collisions R.I.D.E Set-ups 14 14 11 Property Damage Collisions 2273 2177 2726 Vehicles Stopped 7300 5975 3668 Personal Injury Collisions 423 388 256 Roadside Tests 146 123 65 Fail To Remain Collisions 475 549 487 12 Hour Suspensions Fatal Collisions 3 3 4 49 39 35 (including ADLS) Motor Vehicles Collisions are up from 2006 by 25%; Persons Charged Impaired 13 13 6 however, the number of personal injuries are down by Additional C.C. Charges 46 27 20 34%. Accidents are a caused occurrence. Driving H.T.A. Charges 85 59 22 carefully and paying attention to your surroundings L.L.A. Charges 1 4 4 can avoid collisions. Public Complaints
Our Public Complaints Unit is a team consisting of a Staff Sergeant and a Sergeant. Public complaints are grouped into three categories: Service, Policy or Conduct complaints. A substantive complaint will be thoroughly investigated by our Professional Standards Branch. Conversely, a complaint that is initially recognized a being frivolous, vexatious or made in bad faith will be disposed of at the outset.
In 2007, our service members responded to 50,809 calls for service and received 40 complaints. Complaints are up by 18% over 2006.
Of the complaints investigated in 2007, 37 citizens made one complaint each and one citizen made three separate complaints.
Investigative Determination 2005 2006 2007
Initial Determination 2005 2006 2007 Not within Jurisdiction 0 0 0 Report 2007 Annual Frivolous, Vexatious, Bad Faith 0 1 0 Frivolous, Vexatious, Bad Faith 6 3 1 Withdrawn 0 0 0 Six Month Limitation 1 3 3 Resolutions 0 0 0 Third Party/Not Directly In- volved 0 2 0 Unsubstantiated 2 3 9 No Jurisdiction 0 0 1 Officer / Member Disciplined 0 2 0 Informal Resolution 12 10 12 Inquiry / Hearing 0 0 0 Withdrawn 2 3 5 Public Mischief 0 0 0 Investigation Initiated 7 13 17 OCCOPS 2 0 0 Other 0 0 0
Pending Determination 1 0 1 Pending 1 0 0 Total Dispositions 31 34 40 30 Active / Ongoing 4 7 8 Total Dispositions 7 13 17
Type of Complaint 2005 2006 2007
Service 3 3 1
Policy 0 1 0 Conduct 28 30 39 Total Complaints 31 34 40 CITATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & AWARDS
Awards Night
30 Year Service Bar Inspector Mark Neelin Sergeant George Cabral Det/Cst Brian Kay
20 Year Service Medal Insp. Neelin, S/Sgt. Shultz, Insp. Sommers & Sgt. Cabral Staff Sergeant Mark Holden S/Sgt. Holden, S/Sgt. McGarry Staff Sergeant Bryan Shultz Sergeant Gord Speers Det/Cst Jennifer Caddell Retirements
Curt Smith ~ Det/Cst ~ Started policing in 1980 and served 27 years. David Goode ~ S/Sgt ~ Started policing in 1975 and served 32 years. Civilian 30 Year Service Pin Neil Towns ~ Cst ~ Started policing in 1994 and 13 served years. Brenda Leonard Allen Johnson ~ Sp/Cst ~ Started in 1990 and served 17 years. William Grant Sr. ~ Sp/Cst ~ Started in 1993 and served 14 years. Civilian 25 Year Service Pin Art Sibley ~ Civilian Member ~ Started in 1989 and served 18 years. Rick Borneman Jackie Paterson ~ Civilian Member ~ Started in 2000 and served 7 years. Bev Ferris Greg Forbes ~ Auxiliary Inspector ~ Retired after serving 25 years. Louise Rose Michael Mizzi ~ Auxiliary Sergeant ~ Retired after serving 19 years.
Civilian 15 Year Service Pin Promotions Cathy Austin Susan Dewolfe Constable to Sergeant Sergeant to Staff Sergeant Debbie Gilmer Peter Dewsnap John Anglin
2007 Annual Report Civilian 10 Year Service Pin Cathie Gillespie
Shirley Dunn Robert Scott 31 Arleen Haggarty Vicki Ross Michael Winn Susan Gillies Civilian 5 Year Service Pin Michael Emery Citizen Recognition Tony Hanemaayer April Moriarty Ian Skinner Michael Morris In February of 2007, police attended a motor vehicle collision involving a stolen Bobby Robinson vehicle. The young male driving the stolen car fled the scene by driving on the Tammy St. Pierre shoulder of the road. An ambulance crew blocked the shoulder of the road in an Kelly VanSchubert attempt to prevent the driver from escaping. The young man then put his car in Betty Webb-Jefferson reverse and drove backwards on the shoulder the road at a high rate of speed Theresa Young before striking a snow bank and getting stuck. Mr. SKINNER, whose car had been involved in the accident, ran to the young males car, smashed the driver’s side window and was able to shut the ignition off. The male was then taken into custody by the Barrie Police.
Mr. SKINNER exposed himself to physical danger in attempting to prevent this accused from driving. His actions likely prevented further accidents as the accused was obviously intent on escaping. The actions of Mr. SKINNER were very courageous and the Barrie Police Service would like to thank him for his assistance in apprehending the accused. Brenda Leonard is the first Civilian Member to receive a 30 Year Service Pin Citizen Recognition
Matt Zettle and Shannon Scott In November 2006, Barrie Police Officers and Paramedics ZETTLE and SCOTT responded to a call regarding a possible suicidal male on the Highway 400 bridge overpass at St. Vincent Street. The male was found to be suffering from mental health issues. As the male was approached, he took off running towards the top of the bridge, climbed over the railing in an apparent suicide attempt. Paramedic ZETTLE grabbed the male as he appeared to be preparing to jump and held him until police officers came to assist. The male was successfully pulled to safety and taken to the hospital for treatment. The actions of paramedics ZETTLE and SCOTT were most certainly courageous and instrumental in saving this persons life, and the Barrie Police Service would like to thank them for their assistance. 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual
Shannon Scott and Matt Zettle
Commendations
The Barrie Police Service stands behind our vision of being “Committed to the Community”. In 2007, the Service received 84 commendations from various Barrie businesses and members of our community expressing their gratitude and appreciation. Other Commendations came from the crown attorney’s office, other police services, Barrie Fire and Emergency Services, County of Simcoe Paramedic Services, National Peace Officers’ Memorial Run, Special Olympics, various schools, the Canadian Mental Health Association, the Ontario Police College, the Mayor’s 32 office, the Children’s Aid Society, the Elizabeth Fry Society, MADD, Youth Haven, Canadian Blood Services, RVH and the Ministry of the Attorney General.
The Barrie Police Service in partnership with our community, will continue to serve the needs of the citizens of Barrie by providing an efficient and effective level of service through crime prevention and protection programs. We promise to continue to serve our community with integrity, diversity and quality while providing proactive interaction with the our community to enhance the feeling of safety and security in the City of Barrie.
Barrie Police Service Commendations
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Special Olympics Sgt Dennis Vaillancourt at Boston Pizza. The Service also participates yearly in the Law Enforcement vs NHL Old Timers Hockey Game in support of Special Olympics.
Winter Golf 4 Cancer “COMMITTED In support of the RVH Cancer Center.
Christmas Toy Drive & Food Drive TO OUR Generous employees donate 7 carts of toys - over $1200 cash and over 100 lbs of canned and 2007 Annual Report COMMUNITY” packaged food.
33 Barrie Police is Proud to Support Badge Motorcycle Ride Big Bike for Heart & Stroke Blood Donor Sirens For Life Charity Golf Tournaments Christmas Toy Drive Crime Stoppers Gala Ball Dragon Boat Mitten Tree Police Games in Toronto Remembrance Day BPS vs Barrie Youth Centre RVH Cancer Centre Santa Claus Parade Seasonal Food Drives Special Olympics Tim Horton's - Send a Kid to Camp Day
FIT AND FAMOUS
Mantracker Sgt. Dave Goodbrand & Cst. Rich Johnston try to cover a 50 kilometer course over 36 hours in the Bad Lands of Boston Marathon Saskatchewan. They must get to the finish line before D/Cst. Valerie Gates and Cst. Rich Johnston dedicated Mantracker finds them. countless hours of training to running the Boston Marathon. Shows airs on outdoor life network in August 2008. SERVING OUR COMMUNITY WITH INTERGRITY, DIVERSITY AND QUALITY
Members of the Barrie Police Service Honour Guard 2007 Annual Report 2007 Annual
Acknowledgements We would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to each of the Units for their contribution to the 2007 Annual Report.
The information contained within this report is the property of the Barrie Police Service. The Barrie Police Service does not assume any liability for any decision made or action taken in reliance upon any information or data provided.
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Photography & Pictures: Compliments to: The Barrie Examiner, Barrie Police Identification Unit & Policy and Planning Unit
Contact Information Explore the Possibilities BARRIE POLICE SERVICE 29 Sperling Drive, Barrie, ON L4M6K9 60 Bell Farm Road, Barrie, ON L4M5G6 Human Resources Telephone: (705) 725-7025 Police and Civilian Recruiting Fax: (705) 728-2396 (705) 725-7025 ext. 2227
Email: [email protected] Hours of Operation: Website: www.police.barrie.on.ca Monday — Friday 7:00am — 3:00pm Accident Reporting Centre: (705) 726-9225 Crime Stoppers: (705) 1-800-222-8477 Victim Services (705) 725-7025 Ext. 2120 ISSUED: JUNE 2008
29 Sperling Drive Wayne Frechette Telephone: (705) 725-7025 Barrie, Ontario Chief Of Police Fax: (705) 728-2396 L4M 6K9 Steve Rogers Email: [email protected] Deputy Chief Of Police Website: www.police.barrie.on.ca