NEWPORT NEWS POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report Prepared by the NNPD PIO/Communications Division; NNPD Technology/Planning Division; and NNPD Police Chief. March 2020 Message from the Chief of Police In 2019, the Newport News Police Department focused on reducing crime, expanding community involvement, and the health and well-being of the men and women - both sworn and civilian - who serve this Department. Overall, crime was down 9.1% from 2018. We saw decreases in murder, rape, robbery, and property crimes. Unfortunately, we did not experience a reduction in aggravated assaults; a large majority, of which, were domestic-related. This will be a major focus area in 2020. Our Community & Youth Outreach Division has helped make our Department a leader in community policing. I attribute this accomplishment to the hard work the members of the entire Department are doing, working closely with community members, city management, faith-based leaders, the youth in our community, and others. Collectively, we are promoting strategies that support partnerships and problem-solving techniques which proactively address and reduce crime and the fear of crime in our city. In 2019, we graduated the largest Basic Law Enforcement class ever, which translates to more officers on the streets. For the first time in years, we have achieved staffing levels that allow our officers to enjoy a better work/life balance. This annual report shines a spotlight on just some of the many accomplishments our organization achieved last year. We share this information because transparency plays a pivotal role in building trust, and because I believe we all have a role in public safety. It is an honor and a privilege to serve beside the men and women of the Newport News Police Department. Our accomplishments would not be possible without your support. Steve Drew Chief of Police Newport News Police Department Annual Report 2019 Table of Contents Message from the Chief of Police Vision, Mission, Commitment (pg. 3 & 4) Senior Command Staff (pg. 5) Organizational Structure (pg. 6) Department Directory (pgs. 7-9) City Map by Precinct (pg. 10) Highlights and Accomplishments (pgs. 11-18) NNPD Sponsored Community Events (pgs. 19-25) Community Engagement (pgs. 26-29) Community & Youth Outreach Division (pgs. 30-33) Domestic Violence Awareness Initiative (pg. 34) Project Guardian: A Program for People with Autism (pg. 35) Suicide Prevention Awareness Initiative (pg. 35) Citywide Crime Statistics (pg. 36-40) Calls for Service (pg. 41) Overdoses (pg. 42) Internal Affairs Division (pg. 43) Seizures and Arrests/OCD (pg. 44) Use of Force Incidents (pg. 45) Budget Services (pg. 46) Business Services (pg. 47) NNPD Personnel (pg. 48) Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class #20 (pg. 49 & 50) Newport News Police Department Annual Report 2019 Basic Law Enforcement Academy Class #21 (pg. 51 & 52) Public Information/Communications (pg. 53) Crime Line (pg. 54) 2019 Promotions (pg. 55) 2019 Awards Ceremony (pg. 56-57) 9/11 Memorial Service (pg. 58) NNPD Memorial Service for Fallen Officers (pg. 59) Newport News Police Foundation (pg. 60) Frequently Asked Questions (pg. 61) Preparing for Tomorrow (pg. 62 & 63) In Memoriam – Officer Katherine (Katie) Thyne 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report Newport News Police Department Vision, Mission, Commitment The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) is a law enforcement agency with an authorized staff of 459 sworn officers and 170 civilian personnel, making it the fourth largest municipal police department in Virginia. We are nationally accredited by CALEA (The Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc.), the gold standard in public safety. Our Vision is to take a leading role in making Newport News a place where people want to live, work, and play. Our Mission is to reduce crime and the fear of crime, as well as enhance public safety and quality of life. We proudly abide by and practice: Integrity - We serve with integrity, by determining what is right and acting on that determination, even at personal cost, whether in public or private. Citizen Participation – We solicit and accept input from citizens when developing police activities and programs. Commitment - We are vigilant in our responsibility to provide effective, efficient, and professional police services. 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 3 Accountability - We are an organization of empowered employees, all of whom are responsible for what they say and do. Communication - We foster an exchange of thoughts, ideas, and information in an open, receptive, and positive manner, throughout the organization. Courtesy - We strive to perform our duties in a polite and respectful manner. Teamwork - We support a team environment that encourages individual contributions and recognizes group accomplishments. Innovation - We encourage employees to seek new methods of improving police services. Our Heritage - We value and honor all who serve with us. We cherish the memories of those who have served before us, especially those who made the ultimate sacrifice. 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 4 Senior Command Staff Steven R. Drew Michael C. Grinstead Chief of Police Assistant Chief of Police Patrol Bureau Eric D. Randall Michael T. Hudgins Assistant Chief of Police Assistant Chief of Police Investigations Bureau Support Bureau 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 5 Organizational Structure Chief of Police PIO/Communications/ Internal Affairs Media Relations Assistant Chief of Assistant Chief of Assistant Chief of Police - Patrol Police - Investigations Police - Support Bureau Bureau Bureau South Precinct Criminal Investigations Fiscal Services Central Precinct Criminal Intelligence Unit Logistics/Support North Precinct Economic Crimes Planning/Technology Special Operations Fugitive Apprehension Unit Records Forensic Services Recruitment Major Crimes Property & Evidence Organized Crime Division Training Academcy Task Forces Communications (911) Community & Youth Outreach 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 6 Department Directory Office of the Chief – Headquarters 9710 Jefferson Avenue (757) 928-4300 Internal Affairs Division 9710 Jefferson Avenue (757) 928-4325 PIO/Communications/Media Relations 9710 Jefferson Avenue (757) 928-4290 Investigations Bureau 9710 Jefferson Avenue (757) 928-4307 Criminal Investigations Criminal Intelligence Unit Economic Crimes Fugitive Apprehension Unit Forensic Services Major Crimes Organized Crime Division Task Forces 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 7 Community & Youth Outreach 11828 Fishing Point Drive (757) 928-4700 Patrol Bureau South Precinct 3303 Jefferson Avenue (757) 975-5000 Central Precinct 611 Dresden Drive (757) 591-4978 North Precinct 368 DeShazor Drive (757) 369-3105 Special Operations 11828 Fishing Point Drive (757) 928-4702 Support Bureau 9710 Jefferson Avenue (757) 928-4307 Fiscal Services Logistics/Support Planning/Technology Records Recruitment Property & Evidence 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 8 Training Academy 5851 Jefferson Avenue (757) 926-4064 Communications Division (911 Dispatch) 2400 Washington Avenue (757) 926-3883 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 9 City Map by Precinct The Newport News Police Department Patrol Division is divided into three precincts: North, Central, and South. Each precinct has four beats. North Precinct Central Precinct South Precinct Beat 31 Beat 21 Beat 11 Beat 32 Beat 22 Beat 12 Beat 33 Beat 23 Beat 13 Beat 34 Beat 24 Beat 14 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 10 Highlights and Accomplishments Citizens United for Action Group In January, the C.R.I.M.E. (Creating Responsibility in My Environment) group, designed to be a community and police partnership program, was reorganized. In order to better streamline efforts, the groups were combined into one and became the Citizens United For Action (CUFA) group. By doing so, all initiatives can be shared consistently and citywide. NNPD Senior Human Resources Generalist On January 21, a Senior Human Resources Generalist was hired and assigned to the Newport News Police Department. The addition of this position is making a remarkable difference maintaining appropriate staffing levels and assisting with immediate resolutions to human- resources related issues. Young Adult Police Commissioner’s Enjoy Second Year In December of 2018, the first group of Young Adult Police Commissioners (YAPC) was sworn in. In February of 2019, the group elected a president, vice president, and secretary. As YAPC senior members graduated from high school in June, new freshman members joined the group and were sworn in on November 14, 2019. 2019 Newport News Police Department Annual Report 11 Chief’s Challenge Basketball Tournament On January 19, at the Greater Hampton Roads Boys and Girls Club, the Chief’s Challenge basketball season began. The season culminated with a banquet on August 8, 2019 where Officer Josh Black’s team took home the trophy. A special thank you to all the officers/coaches, and volunteers who made the program a success. In addition to the Chief’s Challenge, the Community & Youth Outreach Division organized open gym sessions at An Achievable Dream Middle and High School. Master Police Officer Promotions On February 22, the following officers completed the necessary requirements for promotion to Master Police Officer: MPO Brett Cline, MPO Francis Crabtree, MPO Robert Deaver, MPO Brian Hayward,