Concord NC Police Annual Report 2021

2021 ANNUAL REPORT

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Table of Contents Our Vision........................................................................................... 3 Our Core Values........................................................................... 3 Our Mission...................................................................................... 3 Message From The Chief Of Police............................4 2021 Organizational Chart..................................................6 2022 Department Goals....................................................... 7 Quick Facts About Concord..............................................8 Grants Received In 2021.......................................................9 Statistical Data............................................................................9 2020 Department Highlights........................................ 10 Operating Expenditures...................................................... 13 Patrol Bureau................................................................................16 Operations Bureau...................................................................19 Administration Bureau........................................................22 On the Move................................................................................23 The Fallen....................................................................................... 27

Annual Report Project Manager: Lieutenant Cydney McGhee

Honor Guard- Cannon Ballers Stadium

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Our Vision A community where citizens and police work together, in harmony, to achieve the highest standards of

public safety.

Our Core Values Competence

Leadership

We are prudent stewards of the public’s grant of

We seek to influence human behavior to achieve

authority and resources. We are accountable for the quality of our performance and the standards of our conduct.

organizational goals that serve the public while developing individuals, teams, and the organization for future service.

We accept our responsibility to be leaders, both within the community and among our peers, and for the actions of our colleagues and ourselves. We are all responsible for the performance, reputation, and morale of the department.

Courage We place the safety of others before our own and

accept our moral responsibility to take action against injustice and wrongdoing. Coworkers are expected to take prudent risks on behalf of the public.

Integrity We recognize the complexity of police work and

exercise discretion in ways that are beyond reproach and worthy of public trust. Honesty and truthfulness are fundamental elements of integrity. It is our duty to earn public trust through consistent words and actions. We are honest in word and deed.

Respect We hold life in the highest regard. We treat all

citizens and colleagues with dignity and respect and are fair and impartial as we perform our duties. We openly and effectively communicate with the public and each other by sharing information and soliciting feedback to accomplish the department’s vision and mission.

Restraint We use the minimum force and authority necessary

to accomplish a proper police purpose. We demonstrate selfdiscipline, even when no one is listening or watching.

Our Mission In partnership with the community, we will reduce

the levels of crime, fear, and disorder through evidence-based community policing strategies. We embrace transparency and accountability, provide exceptional service, and are committed to a culture of excellence.

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Message From The Chief Of Police I am pleased to share

Chief Gary Gacek

with you the Concord Police Department’s 2021 Annual Report. The new year started off promising with the hope of returning to normalcy.

Unfortunately, COVID-19 and its variants continued to affect our community and department. Fortunately, our employees stayed safe and relatively healthy; and, we were able to provide much needed public safety services throughout the year without much of an impact to our operations.

Overall Part 1 crime continued to decline in 2021, but several categories of property crime ticked up. Violent crime was reduced by 16% (or, -15 incidents). A total of 78 violent crimes were reported, a raw number that likely hasn’t been that low in over twenty years. Each category of violent crime was reduced or stayed the same in comparison to 2020. While overall property crime was reduced by 12% (or, -175 incidents), burglaries rose by 7% (+8 incidents); motor vehicle thefts rose by 13% (+16 incidents); arson rose by 33% (+1 incident); and larceny from motor vehicles rose 2% (+7 incidents). Larceny declined by 24% (-68 incidents); and shoplifting declined by 27% (-138 incidents). Considering the city’s population increase to roughly 106,000 and new industrial, commercial, and residential development, we should all be proud of a crime

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rate that continues to move in the right direction. Concord remains one of the safest cities in North Carolina.

Over the last three years we’ve experienced a concerning trend of motor vehicle thefts and larceny from motor vehicles. Many of these crimes were preventable. Despite repeated public safety announcements from the department, the public continues to leave their vehicles unlocked with valuables inside. There’s also a tendency to leave unoccupied cars running with the keys inside. Thieves look for and target these situations. I ask for the public’s help to prevent these types of crimes from occurring by locking your vehicles, not leaving valuable property inside, and never leaving an unoccupied and unlocked car running – particularly in a public setting.

Concord has experienced its fair share of catalytic converter thefts. This trend has been playing out across the state and country as prices for the precious metals inside these vehicle parts increase in value. Because a catalytic converter theft can take place almost anywhere at any time, and the crime takes about a minute to complete, catching thieves is difficult. I have investigators who focus on these types of crimes and they have been successful in making arrests and clearing many crimes. But as long as precious metal prices remain high and scrap metal dealers continue to accept what they know – or should know – is stolen property, thieves will continue to target these valuable car parts. North Carolina adopted a few new laws related to the possession and sale of catalytic converters. Time will tell whether these new laws will be affective at deterring criminals from preying upon innocent victims.

Following the line of duty death of Officer Jason Shuping, the department embarked on a plan to develop a permanent

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law enforcement memorial outside police headquarters, thanks in large part to the support from city council and city management. The department hosted a dedication ceremony on December 16, 2021, exactly one year following Jason’s death.

The memorial includes a custom bronze statue – aptly named The Fallen – that represents a Concord Police Department honor guard member standing in perpetual parade rest as it guards the memorial’s sacred space. A bronze plaque memorializes Concord’s first fallen officer, William Kearns, who’s end of watch occurred on September 2, 1899. A bronze plaque also memorializes Jason Shuping. His plaque is placed directly behind the statue, which symbolizes Jason watching our “six”. Blue LED lighting was installed on the inside of the rotunda’s eight columns. This blue glow serves as a visual reminder to the community passing by. Finally, the Concord Police Foundation donated a prayer plaque. The prayer, entitled The Monument, was authored by retired LAPD Sergeant George Hahn. I encourage the public to stop by to see the memorial, to reflect upon the ultimate sacrifices made, and to thoughtfully consider the service that continues on their behalf.

I created the non-profit, Concord Police Foundation, in March of 2021. The foundation’s board is comprised of local business leaders and civic-minded supporters of law enforcement. Its mission – Supporting those who protect us – is to support officers and their families in the event of a line of duty death or serious injury, as well as a number of other strategic objectives.

You can learn more about the foundation by going to cpdfoundationnc.org, and following the foundation on social media @CPDFoundationNC. Last year I reported on a couple significant initiatives, accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation

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for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), and Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement peer intervention training (ABLE). The CALEA process typically takes three years to complete. As 2021 ended, 18-months have passed since our accreditation process began. Much progress has been made.

The department is currently going through a mock assessment, and we anticipate going through a comprehensive and exhaustive audit in the first quarter of 2022. It is our collective goal to achieve accreditation at the summer CALEA conference in Chicago, IL. The Concord Police Department will be one of the less than 5% of law enforcement agencies in the US that are professionally accredited by CALEA. ABLE is an evidence-based peer intervention curriculum developed by Georgetown Law School’s Innovative Policing Program. The department was one of the first agencies in North America to be accepted into the program through a competitive process. My stated goal was to train every sworn coworker in 2021. We nearly met that goal, had it not been for COVID-19 related cancellations. After a few make-up sessions in early 2022, every sworn coworker will have completed the initial 8-hours of training so we can embark upon the refresher training going forward.

I hope you enjoy reviewing our 2021 annual report. Be safe, and be well. #ForwardTogether

Gary J. Gacek

CHIEF OF POLICE, CONCORD, NC

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2021 Organizational Chart Gary J. Gacek Chief of Police

Executive Assistants

Deputy Chief James Hughes, Jr.

Major Robert Ledwell

Major Keith Eury

Patrol Bureau

Operations Bureau

Administration Bureau

Captain Deckster Barlowe

Captain Jeremy Baggarly

Executive Officer

Adam District

Community Outreach & Education Watch Command

Captain Patrick Tierney Baker District

Code Manager Greg Walters Code Enforcement

Captain John Tierney Criminal Investigations

Crime & Strategic Analysis Information Technology

Lieutenant Larry Hubbard Professional Standards

Accreditation Training

Forensics & Property Control Captain Alan Lee

Lieutenant Lance Brooks

Charlie District

Major Crimes

Captain Todd McGhee Special Operations

Lieutenant Ramon Gonzalez

Captain Vashon Clark

Public Safety Unit

David District

Street Crimes

Support Services

Customer Service Planning & Logistics

Vice & Narcotics Airport Unit Mounted Patrol Lieutenant Denan Sabanija

Lieutenant Cydney McGhee

Mobile Field Force SWAT

Recruiting

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2022 Department Goals Continue to reduce Part 1 offenses using evidence-based policing strategies.

Continue to use grant funds from Governor’s Highway Safety Program to conduct strategic traffic enforcement to reduce traffic crashes, improve traffic safety, and lower the city’s crime rate.

Utilize college internships as a recruiting tool to increase the number of qualified applicants.

Continue attempts to diversify the department so that it matches or exceeds the minority and female representation of our community.

Continue to increase the capacity of the Child Sex Crimes and Human Trafficking Task Force.

Increase the capabilities of our digital forensics unit through the use of dedicated software tools and training.

Achieve CALEA Accreditation

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Quick Facts About Concord Demographics

7th LARGEST

Municipality In The State By Land Area.

105,936

(U.S. Census Bureau – 2019 ACS 5-year Estimates)

40,772 10th LARGEST

Municipality In The State By Population.

Concord Tourism Provided by Cabarrus County Convention & Visitors Bureau

31% Increase In Hotel Room Demand

Current Population

Total Housing Units

36.8

Median Age

City Growth 2017-2020 Provided by City of Concord GIS

Concord’s Share

84% Of Lodging In Cabarrus County

Hotel Room Demand

704,377+ Total Area

Concord Mills welcomes

17 MILLION visitors annually.

Annexations (2018-2021)

63.7 1.01 Square Miles

Square Miles

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Statistical Data

43,078 Traffic Stops

Provided by Concord-Padgett Regional Airport

61% +11% Increase In Allegiant Enplanements

Increase In Overall Airport Operations

Grants Received In 2021

3,075

Reports Taken

3,016

Arrest Reports

3,520

$25,000

(Began October 2020) Patrick Leahy Bulletproof Vest Partnership

Citations Issued

33,819

Warnings Issued

39,216

Property Checks

Accident Reports

North Carolina Governor’s Highway Safety Program - Traffic Safety Enforcement OT

7,948

1,881

Parking Citations Issued

T

$37,400

95,758

Officer-Initiated Calls

3,326

Field Contacts

141,141 Total Calls for Service

Ongoing US DOJ COPS Hiring Grant

$1,000,000

Citywide

Hours/Minutes

three years (Began 2020)

Foot Patrol

6,522 / 57

Bike Patrol

726 / 55

Total

7,249 / 52

for hiring eight police officers over

BJA Jag Local Direct Allocation

$20,905

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2021 Department Highlights Candy Crawl

Healthcare Thank You

Cops on bikes

Swear-in

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Representative Statement Honoring Shuping

Guns and Hoses

Law Day Color Guard

Litter Sweep

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Law Day

Touch A Truck

Battle of the Badges Blood Drive

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Chief Gacek media interview for the Medal of Valor and Purple Heart Awards

Concord Police Foundation Board Members at Cannon Ballers Stadium

Medal of Valor and Purple Heart Awards

K9 Bendix's Retirement

Walk /Ride to School

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Operating Expenditures 5%

Capital

4%

Cost Allocations

3%

Debt Service

16%

BUDGET TO ACTUAL SPENDING

PERSONNEL

Torch Run

OPERATIONS

CAPITAL

COST ALLOCATIONS

90% CAPITAL

95% OPERATIONS

$25,422,407

PERSONNEL

Total 2021 Expenditures:

100%

84%

SPENT

COST ALLOCATIONS

BUDGETED

100%

Operations

DEBT SERVICE

72%

Personnel

DEBT SERVICE

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% CHANGE FROM 10 YEAR AVERAGE

10 YEAR AVERAGE

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

2014

2013

2011

2012

TEN YEAR COMPARISON

Murder

2

3

7

2

5

5

2

3

4

6

6

3.9

53.8%

Rape

11

10

11

13

11

13

7

9

0

9

6

9.4

-36.2%

36

40

51

43

55

46

31

39

30

25

25

39.6

-36.9%

Robbery Aggravated Assault

46

38

55

40

55

54

54

40

54

54

41

49

-16.3%

Burglary

461

473

435

351

294

345

295

196

153

114

122

311.7

-60.9%

Larceny Theft

2,584

2,498

2,174

2,006

1,983

1,783

1,456

1,428

1,348

1,165

964

1842.5

-47.7%

132

137

105

106

95

104

64

70

94

122

138

102.9

34.1%

10

20

6

8

7

8

4

1

8

3

4

7.5

-46.7%

3,282

3,219

2,844

2,569

2,505

2,358

1,913

1,786

1,691

1,498

1,306

2,367

-44.8%

3,187

3,128

2,720

2,471

2,379

2,240

1,819

1,695

1,603

1,404

1,228

2,265

-38.0%

95

91

124

98

126

118

94

91

88

94

78

101.9

-7.8%

Part I Total

3,282

3,219

2,844

2,569

2,505

2,358

1,913

1,786

1,691

1,498

1,306

2,367

-44.8%

Dispatched

38,935

38,775

39,729 39,558

41,032

43,602

42,838

42,873

44,570

44,361

45,383

41,627

6.6%

95,758 63,686

20.1%

MV Theft Arson Part I Total

Property Crimes Violent Crimes

Self Initiated

50,470 39,990 38,085

39,992

58,199

73,832

93,145

84,349

82,338

76,463

Total

89,405

79,550

99,231

117,434

135,983

127,222

126,908

120,824

78,765

77,814

141,141

105,314

14.7%

PART I CRIMES TEN YEAR COMPARISON

MURDER

RAPE

-37%

Total Part 1 Crimes

-38%

Total Property Crimes

-8%

Total Violent Crimes

-47%

Arson

+34%

Motor Vehicle Theft

-48%

Larceny

-61%

Burglary

-16%

Aggravated Assault

-37%

Robbery

-36%

Rape

+54%

Murder

 Ten Year Average  % Change

ROBBERY AGGRAVATED ASSAULT BURGLARYLARCENY MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT ARSON TOTAL VIOLENT TOTAL PROPERTY CRIMES TOTAL CRIMES PART 1 CRIME

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% CHANGE FROM 3 YEAR AVERAGE

3 YEAR AVERAGE

2021

2019

2020

THREE YEAR COMPARISON

Murder

4

6

6

4.3

38.5%

Rape

0

9

6

6.0

0.0%

30

25

25

31.3

-20.2%

Robbery Aggravated Assault

54

54

41

49.3

-16.9%

Burglary

153

114

122

154.3

-21.0%

Larceny Theft

1,348

1,165

964

1,313.7

-26.6%

94

122

138

95.3

44.8%

8

3

4

4.0

0.0%

1,691

1,498

1,306

1,658.3

-21.2%

1,603

1,404

1,228

1,567

-21.7%

88

94

78

91

-14.3%

Part I Total

1,691

1,498

1,306

1,658

-21.2%

Dispatched

44,570

44,361

45,383

43,935

3.3%

82,338

76,463

95,758

81,050

18.1%

126,908

120,824

141,141

124,985

12.9%

MV Theft Arson Part I Total

Property Crimes Violent Crimes

Self Initiated Total

2021 HIRING REPORT

Race

White

16

Black

5

Hispanic

4

Male Sex

Education Prior Experience Total Number Hired

Female

22 3

HS

14

AA

2

BA

5

MA

4

Prior LE

5

Military

8 25

Blue Mens Health Month Badges

15

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Patrol Bureau The Patrol Bureau is

Deputy Chief James Hughes, Jr.

Captain Deckster Barlowe Executive Officer

the first line of response provided by the Concord Police Department. Under the command of Deputy Chief Hughes, the Patrol Bureau is responsible and accountable for leadership, performance, efficiency, and general good conduct of the department. DC Hughes delegates responsibilities of patrol as prescribed by the Chief of Police.

Captain Barlowe is responsible for Watch Commanders, Community Outreach and Education, and the administrative aspects of the department’s K9 Officers.

Lieutenant Lance Brooks Watch Commander

Community Outreach & Education Lieutenant Ramon Gonzalez Watch Commander

Watch Commanders Watch Commanders shall be responsible for oversight of all department field operations to include: oversight of patrol activities by ensuring basic police functions are efficiently and effectively carried out; inspecting staffing to ensure the department can meet service demands and taking corrective action when deficiencies are noted; monitors response to calls for service to ensure timely response and proper

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disposition; ensures all personnel perform their duties in a timely manner and follow prescribed policies and procedures; ensures departmental equipment is being utilized as intended and is properly maintained; monitoring overtime usage and reducing unnecessary overtime expenditures; conducting an initial review of administrative investigations as directed by the Chief of Police; and other duties as prescribed by the Chief of Police.

Lieutenant Denan Sabanija Watch Commander

Law Day

The Community Outreach and Education Unit is comprised of two sergeants and 20 school resource officers. The unit's ultimate responsibility is to ensure a safe and secure environment for students, faculty and others who work and visit our schools, while providing educational programs to the students.

Community Outreach officers during school also provide operational support to the Patrol Bureau during periods when school is not in session.

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K-9s The Concord Police Department Canine Unit serves the department and community in several different areas. Each patrol rotation is assigned a Canine Unit that works to assist patrol. The unit also performs several hundred public demonstrations throughout the year.

Apollo

All canines are trained and tested in obedience, aggression control, tracking, building search, area search, and narcotics detection.

Each canine is assigned to one officer and stays with that officer throughout his career. When a canine retires, the officer/handler usually keeps the canine.

Kodi

Adam District

Captain Jeremy Baggarly Adam Patrol District

Adam District

-30%

Decrease in Violent Crimes

-14%

Decrease in Property Crimes

The Adam Patrol District has an area of approximately 8.7 square miles and has a residential population of approx. 18,583. Within the district, there are 9 educational institutions and 7 recreational parks and facilities. With 25 officers assigned to the patrol district, Adam District has community partnerships with 8 established neighborhoods. Major

25

Officers

8.7

Square Miles

18,583 Population

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employment and economic facilities within the district include ACN, Atrium Health - Cabarrus and the Carolina Mall.

Baker District The Baker Patrol District encompasses an area of approximately 18.8 square miles and has a residential population of approximately 30,382 residents.

There are 7 educational institutions within the district as well as 6 recreational parks and facilities.

Captain Patrick Tierney Baker District has 11 active Baker Patrol District neighborhood partnerships and has 29 officers serving the district.

Baker District is also home to the Hartsell Ballfield complex that has on several occasions been the host of the AAU baseball tournaments and championships.

Charlie District Charlie Patrol District has an area of approximately 20.9 square miles and has a residential population of approximately 36,945. Within the district, there are three private schools and five public educational institutions. With 26 officers assigned to the patrol district, Charlie District has community partnerships with 26 established neighborhoods

Baker District

-34%

Decrease in Violent Crimes

-7%

Decrease in Property Crimes

Captain Alan Lee Charlie Patrol District

29

Officers

18.8

Square Miles

30,382 Population

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and two recreational facilities. This district continues to grow with a mix of commercial and residential construction.

David District David District has an area of approximately 15.5 square miles and has a residential population of approximately 20,027 residents.

The district contains one high school and one middle school. With 29 officers assigned there, David District has community partnerships Captain Vashon Clark with five established neighborhoods David Patrol District and contains popular attractions such as Great Wolf Lodge, Charlotte Motor Speedway, and Concord Mills Mall.

Airport Unit The department's airport unit is comprised of a sergeant and four officers who are responsible for enhancing the safety of visitors and employees of the Concord-Padgett Regional Airport.

In addition to responding to emergency and non-emergency calls for service, the unit protects the airport Airport District from security breaches by using a combination of foot, bicycle, and motor vehicle patrols while conducting frequent inspection of Officers secure and non-secure areas.

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Charlie District

-13%

Decrease in Violent Crimes

-15%

Decrease in Property Crimes

26

Officers

20.9

Square Miles

36,945 Population

David District

+28%

Increase in Violent Crimes

-13%

Decrease in Property Crimes

29

Officers

15.5

Square Miles

20,027 Population

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Operations Bureau The Operations Bureau is

conditions, hazardous conditions, improper use of dwellings and commercial structures, nuisance conditions, and other code related issues on public and private property within the city.

responsible for providing operational support to the Patrol Bureau via specialized teams, intervention strategies, and tactics. Commanded by Major Robert Ledwell, this bureau partners with patrols, schools, and the community, and works Major Robert Ledwell collaboratively to reduce the levels of crime, fear, and disorder in neighborhoods; improve the quality of life for Concord’s citizens, visitors, and businesses; and have a positive and lasting impression on the lives of student-aged youth.

Criminal Investigations Division The Criminal Investigations Division is comprised of a captain, three sergeants and 10 investigators. The division is responsible for providing the patrol bureau with operational support through the investigation, relentless follow-up, and case management of felony crimes that are complex and Captain John Tierney severe in nature; providing forensic and Criminal Investigations other crime scene services; assisting in the collection and storage of evidence and other property coming into the department’s possession; managing property control and identification processes and records; conducting vice and narcotics related investigations; and, investigating any other crimes as directed by the chief of police.

Code Enforcement Division The Code Enforcement Division consists of one manager, a senior code enforcement officer and seven enforcement officers. The Code Enforcement Division is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and executing the enforcement of the city code and Code Manager Greg Walters ordinances as set forth by City Code Enforcement Council. Other duties of the division include: conduct field inspections of properties and public facilities for violations of minimum housing, zoning, and historic preservation standards, receive and investigate complaints regarding substandard housing

In 2021 the division was assigned over 291 cases, which included incidents of homicide, serious assaults and crimes against women and children.

Forensics & Property Control Forensics & Property Control is comprised of a sergeant, two forensic investigators and two civilian property control custodians. The section is responsible for the operation of all identification systems, the maintenance of criminal, fingerprint,

2021 CODE ENFORCEMENT STATISTICS CATEGORY

2020

2021

% CHANGE

Property Nuisance

1496

1397

-6.61%

Investigations

2356

3714

57.64%

BB Goals/Obstructions

28

2

-92.85%

Garbage & Waste (bulk piles, leaves, etc.)

90

46

-48.88%

Minimum Housing

59

61

3.38%

Stagnant Water

7

2

-71.42%

19

4

-78.94%

246

135

-45.12%

Vehicle Violations Front Yard Parking

95

73

-23.15%

Vehicle Violations Junk & Abandoned

692

602

-13.00%

189

190

0.529%

Miscellaneous Parking Violations

Zoning Violations

Cops & Kids

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2021 CRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS CASES

and photographic records, forensic examination of friction ridge skin impressions, documents and surveillance video as well as crime scene and other evidentiary support to the department.

The section continues to conduct complex forensic crime scene investigations, while providing training and equipment to crime scene technicians assigned to the patrol bureaus.

Assigned

Cleared

% Closed

26

19

73%

2

1

50%

30

21

70%

5

5

100%

1

1

100%

10

7

70%

3

0

0%

54

23

43%

Major Crimes Unit

Injury to Property

7

7

100%

Larceny

5

3

60%

Larceny from MV

7

3

43%

The unit is responsible for investigating major criminal cases such as homicide, sexual assault, serious assaults, crimes against children and the elderly, and any crime deemed to be exigent in nature.

71

67

94%

1

1

100%

4

3

75%

Robbery

21

17

81%

Sex Offense

41

33

80%

2

1

50%

1

1

100%

291

213

73%

Aggravated Assaults Arson Burglary Homicide Embezzlement Rape Forgery Fraud

Missing Person Obscene Material Offense Against Family

Shoplifting Stolen Property Total

2021 MAJOR CRIMES CRIMES

CLOSED

Aggravated Assaults

73%

Arson

50%

Burglary

70%

Physical Assaults

43%

Rape & Sex Offenses

75%

Robbery

82%

Homicide

100%

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A crucial responsibility of Forensics & Property Control is maintaining secure custody of property and evidence that comes into the possession of the department. Both civilian custodians maintain certification from the Association of Property and Evidence. In 2021, over 5,312 individual pieces of evidence were submitted to the department’s property control section.

Special Operations Division The Special Operations Division is responsible for providing operational support by utilizing a variety of special teams, intervention strategies, and tactics. In 2021, Special Operations continued to partner with the Patrol Bureau to achieve the overall goal of reducing the levels of crime, fear of crime, and disorder while improving the quality of life for citizens and visitors.

Captain Todd McGhee Special Operations

DWI TASK FORCE 2021 CITATIONS DWI DWLR

15 68

Seat Belt

294

Speeding

95

Other Traffic Citations

643

Total Charges

1,115

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The division is comprised of three units: Public Safety Unit, Street Crimes Unit, and Vice & Narcotics.

PUBLIC SAFETY UNIT This unit consists of one sergeant, two traffic officers, and two park patrol officers, along with nine crossing guards.

STREET CRIMES UNIT The Street Crimes Unit took responsibility for investigating the pattern of catalytic converter thefts that occurred in 2021. Catalytic converter thefts plagued the entire country, largely because of the soaring prices of precious metals such as rhodium, platinum, and palladium all of which are contained inside a catalytic converter. The Concord Police Department had approximately 90 reported catalytic converter thefts in 2021.

The Street Crimes Unit investigated and arrested three different networks of offenders responsible for catalytic converted thefts.

Although the three networks were not responsible for all of the catalytic converter thefts reported in 2021, we do believe that they are responsible for the majority of the thefts. The Street Crimes Unit remains committed to holding those accountable responsible for catalytic converter thefts.

VICE & NARCOTICS On September 9, 2021 the Concord Police Department concluded a two-year undercover investigation into a complex drug trafficking organization supplying a significant amount of the cocaine to communities in the City of Concord and the City of Kannapolis. This drug organization, being led

by Artansal Finell Phillips, has ties to recent violent crimes and has a strong gang affiliation. The Concord Police

TRAFFIC UNIT 2021 DWI

45

DWLR

228

Seat Belt

267

Speeding

1091

Crashes Fatal Crashes Traffic Stop Totals Total Charges

151 6 4054 2971

SWAT Tryouts

21

Department, Kannapolis Police Department, and State Bureau of Investigation conducted search warrants at 164 Austin Run Court Kannapolis, N.C. and 140 Beaumont Drive Kannapolis N.C. 16 ounces of cocaine, 133 dosage units of oxycodone, crack cocaine manufacturing instruments, and $1,800 in cash was seized during the search. Phillips was taken to the Cabarrus County Jail where he is being held on a $1,000,000 secured bond.

The Concord Police Department is thankful for the strong partnerships with the Kannapolis Police Department and the State Bureau of Investigation, who provided unwavering support to operations throughout this investigation.

Holding these actors accountable for their involvement in organized crime results in a community impact that preserves the safety and well-being of our citizens despite these offenders’ reckless and deliberate attempts to jeopardize it.

SWAT The SWAT team consists of one team commander, one reserve team commander, two team leaders, two assistant team leaders, sixteen operators, and four snipers. The team is responsible for evaluating search warrants and assessing the risk associated with executing the warrants as codified by department policy and procedure. The team also executes search warrants deemed “high risk” and any other warrants as directed by the chief of police. Finally, the SWAT Team provides the department with a highly motivated, technically and tactically proficient special operations team capable of responding to a variety of critical incidents and resolving them with minimum risk to officers, suspects, and innocent parties.

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Administration Bureau Commanded by Major Keith

Eury and support staff, the Administration Bureau is responsible for numerous aspects of the department outside of normal patrol and investigative functions. The bureau reviews policies and procedures to ensure they are up to date with Major Keith Eury current laws and court rulings.

Administration Bureau Budget oversight remains a major component of the Administration Bureau, as it continues to be responsible for budget management and preparation. Other responsibilities of the Administration Bureau include: staffing, grants, facilities management, information and vehicle technology, strategic planning, career development program, secondary employment and the administering and planning of promotional processes.

CRIME & STRATEGIC ANALYSIS UNIT The crime analyst is responsible for collecting, collating, analyzing, disseminating, and evaluating crime data to identify emerging trends, patterns, and changes in criminal activity using mapping and analytical software. The analyst prepares crime data that is used to make recommendations for deployment and resource allocation, measures and forecasts long-term public safety activities related to problem solving, intervention, and crime reduction efforts.

Support Services Division

Lieutenant Cydney McGhee Support Services Commander

As head of the support Services Division, Lt. McGhee is responsible for recruiting new officers, conducting the hiring process, coordinating career development, and managing secondary employment through extra-duty solutions. The Support Services Division also oversees records management, Center City, the OMAP unit, and customer service.

Planning And Logistics This component is responsible for planning, scheduling, and coordinating department personnel and resources for secondary employment, special events, and any other gatherings or events as directed by the Chief of Police. This component also provides uniformed presence in and around the Center City area as well as a District Court Liaison Officer. This officer

acts as a liaison between the district attorney’s office and the department officers during district court proceedings.

CUSTOMER SERVICE The Customer Service Unit conducts fingerprints, assists people who come in the police department lobby, as well as analyzing and managing reports that are completed by officers.

Fingerprints

431

Incidents

3080

Accidents

3639

Citations

7965

Arrest

3022

Walk-in Customers

9181

Professional Standards Division CALEA In 2021, the Concord Police Department continued into the self-assessment phase of the CALEA (Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies).

This phase consist of reviewing the department’s written directives and making changes in order to comply with the standards set forth by CALEA and proving compliance with the standard.

Lieutenant Larry Hubbard Professional Standards Commander

TRAINING The Training Division is responsible for managing training for all officers to include state mandated in-service.

Fair and Impartial Policing is implicit-bias-awareness training for law enforcement in the US and Canada. The course curriculum applies modern science of bias to law enforcement; officers are trained on the effect of implicit bias and provides information and skills law enforcement officers need to reduce and manage their biases. The training addresses biases that include racial, ethical, gender, sexual orientation and social-economic status.

COMPLAINTS 2020

2021

External

10

20

Internal

18

20

The total number of complaints received by the department.

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On the Move Promotions PROMOTED TO THE RANK OF MASTER POLICE OFFICER

Kyle Baker

Trey Brown

Tracy Cruse

Dallas Hurley

Terrell McCain

Hunter Morris

CIVILIAN PROMOTIONS

Stephen Hollifield

PROMOTED TO THE RANK OF SERGEANT

Cheryl M. Craft

Janet L. Wilkerson

Senior Executive Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Jeremy Julian

Matthew Willet

Coffee with a Cop

Retirements Law Day

Dennis D'Amore

Deckster Barlowe

Chris Carpenter

Wesley Grasty

Skip Hinson

Brian Kennerly

Fernando Sanchez

David Tippett

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Distinguished Service Awards

Marty Barnhardt

Jason Collins

Zach Brown

Lindsie Youngo

Adam Chiarolanzio

Angel Gonzalez

Coworker of the Month Awards January None

July Julia Soares

February Todd McGhee & Larry Hubbard

August Jeff LeCates

March David Mertz April William Waters May Nicholas Stancil June Thiago DeSouza

September Chris Gorman October None November Adam Culp December Joel Patterson & Jordon Lockwood

NCADA Hometown Hero Award presented to Sgt. Seagraves

2021 Commendations MARTY BARNHARDT.

Excellence in police service (hit and run bicycle) January Excellence in police service (hit and run bicycle) January

ZACHARY BROWN.

Excellence in police service (hit and run bicycle) January

ANGEL GONZALEZ.

Excellence in police service (Assistance with Ecitation crossover) February JASON COLLINS.

Excellence in police service (Child predator case) February

COREY HYNSON.

MATTHEW JAMIESON.

Excellence in police service (Child predator case) February

Excellence in police service (Child predator case) February

Excellence in police service (bike training) June

LINDSIE SAI. Excellence in police service (Child predator case) February

CALEB GARROW. Excellence in police service (Catalytic converter thefts) June

ADAM CHIAROLANZIO.

JOSH SHAVER.

STEVEN HOLLIFIELD.

ANGEL GONZALEZ.

Excellence in police service (weapon mounted light program) March

Distinguished Service (Narcotics case with conviction of 20 years) November

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Forty Under Forty

Medal of Valor Awards Day

The International Association of Chiefs of

Police is the world’s largest professional association for police leaders. The IACP is comprised of more than 31,000 members in over 165 countries and is a recognized leader in global policing and progressive police leadership with a Vision to shape the future of the policing profession.

Each year the IACP recognizes 40 police leaders under the age of 40 from around the world who exemplify leadership, dedication to their profession, and service to their community. Sergeant Parker certainly embodies what the IACP is looking for with regard to this award.

Josh Shaver receives Excellence in Police Service Award.

“I’m lucky to have someone like John on my management team; I’m proud of the work he’s done, and I’m thrilled that the IACP sees in him what I’ve seen the last few years.” — Chief Gacek Congratulations Sgt. Parker on receiving this year's IACP 40 under 40 award.

Roval Race Day

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The Fallen On the evening of September 2, 1899, Officer William Kearns was walking his beat on West Depot Street (which is now Cabarrus Avenue) when he encountered 3 men who were intoxicated and causing a public disturbance. Officer Kearns attempted to arrest one of the men at which time that person pulled out a gun and shot at Officer Kearns. Officer Kearns was struck and later died from his injuries.

End of watch: September 2, 1899.

On the evening of December 16, 2020, Officer Jason Shuping was patrolling the area of I-85 and Bruton Smith Boulevard when he and other officers encountered a man who was suspected of leaving the scene of a single vehicle crash nearby. As officers approached on foot, the man produced a handgun and without provocation began shooting. Gunfire was exchanged. Officer Kaleb Robinson was shot and wounded while Officer Shuping was shot and fatally wounded.

End of watch: December 16, 2020.

After Jason was killed on December 16th, 2020 it became apparent the Concord Police Department needed to find a way to memorialize two lives forever lost, but never forgotten.

This memorial statue also represents a space that reminds the public of the service to the community that continues by the brave men and woman of the Concord Police Department.

It is the hope that when visiting this space, the public will reflect upon both ideals; the sacrifices made and the service that continues.

The statue is of a Concord Police Department Honor Guard member watching over a sacred space. The statue is at parade rest with one difference, his head is tilted downward symbolizing the heavy burden of protecting this space and the loss of an officer and a family member. There is also a tear drop coming from his left eye showing the relationship between sorrow and sacrifice. And instead of a name on the name plate, it reads “Fallen”.

The last words William Kearns said were, “Lord have mercy” which is now written on his plaque. Jason Shuping’s plaque is located directly behind the statue to symbolize that he is a guardian angel and will always have the officers’ “6”. *

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