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Thieves broke into the High Sheriff's office earlier this week and stole a number of items, including batons and bullet-proof vests. (CBC)
The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary is warning residents of the St. John’s area to be wary of any suspicious activity involving gear from the High Sheriff’s office.
Thieves stole batons, two bulletproof vests and a full sheriff’s uniform during a break-in discovered early Tuesday morning at the Duckworth Street office, near Newfoundland Supreme Court.
While police arrested one of two suspects, the RNC said another individual is at large with gear that could be used to impersonate a justice official.
“We would encourage the public if they have any experience with a sheriff’s officer that may seem suspicious to contact the RNC,” said Const. Suzanne FitzGerald, who speaks for the force.
“In addition to that, ask for identification – be a little more vigilant when dealing with sheriff’s officers.”
The break-in at the sheriff’s office was connected to robberies at both a nearby law office and at the Duke of Duckworth pub.
Police took Leonard Michael Owens, 20, into custody early Tuesday evening.
Police found handcuffs, a handcuff key, plus an officer’s shirt and utility belt in the area of the break-in.
The RNC is expected to release security video on Wednesday that may aid the investigation.
CBC News Wednesday, April 28, 2010
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The Polk County Sheriff’s Office along with the City of Bolivar Police Department and the combined Ozarks Multi-Jurisdictional Enforcement team conducted raids at five residences arresting a total of nine.
The bust lead to the arrest and charges against the nine on methamphetamine, possession and with intent to sell.
The official press release from the Sheriff’s Office and Investigations Supervisor Billy Simpson says, “David Allen Piper, jr., 45, and Jessica D. Piper, 30, both of Bolivar have each been arrested and charged with class B felony possession of a controlled substance.
“This is the third time that this operation has been conducted in Polk County and has been successful each time,” the Sheriff’s Office said. “Thirty drug-related arrests have been made during three operations.”
The Pipers are accused of possessing methamphetamine discovered during a search of their residence at South 140th Road on April 15 according to official court documents.
A total of four residences were searched in Bolivar and Polk County.
The Pipers are free on a $50,000 bond each. They are due in court at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 5, for criminal settings.
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San Gabriel Valley Tribune
By James Wagner Staff Writer
POMONA – Like Diamond Bar, Walnut and San Dimas, the city is considering using county sheriff’s deputies to provide police service in its 154,000-resident city.
In order to address budget concerns, the Pomona City Council voted unanimously Monday night to ask the sheriff’s department for a preliminary study of costs.
While local officials couldn’t say how using deputies in Pomona would affect neighboring communities, they said the sheriff’s office provides good service at a good price.
Walnut Mayor Tom King said he is happy with the city’s contract with the sheriff’s department. “I know that we found it be a better bargain for our tax payers,” he said. But a city has to weigh all of its options, he said. “Local control of a police agency is certainly a factor,” he said.
The Walnut/Diamond Bar station serves both cities and unincorporated Rowland Heights, covering an area of over 45 square miles. It’s only a mile from the Pomona border, but officials insisted that Pomona would not drain resources from the two smaller cities.
Based on the size of the 170-officer Pomona police department, that city’s deputies would likely be housed in a stand-alone station, said Capt. Bruce Foggarty, who heads the sheriff’s Contract Law Enforcement unit. “We build a model that we think that we would police the city at that level,” Foggarty said.
Pomona’s voters will ultimately have to decide whether to keep a police department or contract with the sheriff. For many local cities, the sheriff’s department is a relatively inexpensive option for law enforcement.
In general, cities can save about 10 percent to 15 percent by using deputies for police service, according to data from cities that contract service from the sheriff.
Diamond Bar, with 58,000 residents, paid $5.3 million this year for sheriff’s service, city officials said. By comparison, La Verne, population 33,300, pays $11.5 million for its police department.
Staff Writer Monica Rodgriguez contributed to this story
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AG Announces Bid for Re-election with Overwhelming Bi-partisan Law Enforcement Support
Milwaukee — Attorney General J.B. Van Hollen today officially announced his campaign for reelection. Kicking off his state-wide tour at the Milwaukee Police Association headquarters and joined by law enforcement officials and community members, Van Hollen highlighted his bi-partisan support from by 61 sheriffs and 50 district attorneys from all parts of Wisconsin .
In addition, Van Hollen unveiled endorsements by the Milwaukee Police Association, Wisconsin Professional Police Association and the Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs’ Association. Van Hollen thanked these groups and indicated that their support stemmed from the extensive accomplishments of the Department of Justice during his first term in office.
“We are proud to endorse J.B. Van Hollen to continue as Wisconsin ’s Attorney General because he understands the challenges that police officers face every day and he has been a leader in promoting law enforcement and public safety,” said Milwaukee Police Association President Mike Crivello.
Since taking office in 2007, Attorney General Van Hollen has championed the rule of law and has tirelessly worked to take criminals off of the streets. Determined to increase the productively and improve the image of the Department of Justice, Van Hollen ran on a platform to fight crime and restore integrity.
Attorney General Van Hollen has kept his campaign pledges by eliminating the backlog of DNA evidence in the Wisconsin Crime Laboratories, fighting online sex predators, cracking down on voter fraud, taking criminal illegal aliens out of our communities, and protecting Wisconsinites’ Second Amendment rights.
“J.B. Van Hollen has been dedicated partner of law enforcement and Wisconsin is safer under his leadership,” said Ozaukee County Sheriff and President of the Wisconsin Sheriffs and Deputy Sheriffs Association, Maury Straub.
In running for reelection, Van Hollen said, “I am pleased by our successes over the past four years, and I remain committed to preserving the rule of law and protecting the people of our great state during my second term.”
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The Associated Press – Posted: 04/25/2010 11:59:33 PM PDT
CULVER CITY, Calif.—Authorities say Culver City police officers have shot and killed an armed man suspected of robbery.
Los Angeles County sheriff’s Deputy Jeff Gordon says officers pulled over a female driver and a male passenger who matched a description of suspects who had used a gun to rob a nearby electronics store shortly after noon Sunday.
Sheriff’s officials say during the traffic stop the passenger was outside the car and the officer feared for his safety and shot the man, who was declared dead at a hospital soon after.
Gordon says a chrome handgun was recovered from the scene.
The driver was arrested. She was not hurt.
Officers reached by phone at the Culver City Police Department referred calls to the sheriff’s department.
