Watch Your PropertyRemember that criminals are seeking an easy way to obtain property that does not belong to them. This includes taking items from your front yard and/or your vehicle. Don't leave wallets, purses, electronics, weapons or any valuables in your vehicle. Keep bikes locked up or stored in a locked garage or shed, and don't leave toys or expensive items out in the yard when you are not around. Know Where Your Children AreKnow where your children are at all times -- where they are playing, at a friends home, etc. Remind them never to talk to strangers, to stay in groups, and return directly home when told to. If they are at a friend's home, it is strongly advised that you meet the parents first, have their address and phone number, and periodically check in with your child. Mesa Citizen Police Academy to Begin in AprilThe Mesa Police Department's next Citizen Police Academy is scheduled to begin on April 8 and will graduate on June 10. Classes are held Wednesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at various police department facilities. The Citizen Police Academy offers a mix of classroom presentations and hands-on experience which, when combined, gives students an insight and understanding of law enforcement. Classes during the 10 week program show what goes in to the making of a police officer. A step-by-step journey that begins with the hiring process and advances through all the facets of training, from physical fitness and use of force, to communications, criminal and accident investigation, patrol and more. The Citizen Police Academy offers a behind-the-scenes look at how and why things are done and an overview of the rules and regulations an officer must follow. Students will gain an understanding of how officers go about their daily business, that of keeping our families and community safe. Eligibility requirements to attend are: - You must be ast least 19 years of age
- Live or work in the City of Mesa
- Have no prior felony arrests
- Have no misdeameanor arrests within one year of application
- Pass a background check
For more information and an application, contact Jen Wills in the Mesa Police Department Training Section at 480-644-4139 or visit the web at www.mesaaz.gov/police. H.E.A.T. EventHave your vehicle's windows etched with your vehicle identification number (VIN) as another layer to deter vehicle theft, or sign up for the Watch Your Car program at this event and receive a free steering wheel lock (while supplies last). Visit www.mesaaz.gov/police for more information. This is a free event. Saturday, March 7
9:00 a.m. to Noon
Target Store located at 1135 S. Gilbert in Mesa Did you get jewelry for Valentine's Day?If you received a piece of jewelry for Valentine's Day, or already have some valuable pieces, did you know that you can take it to a reputable jeweler and get a "Jeweler's Description" done? It is fairly inexpensive and is very effective for identifying jewelry. Any jeweler can take this description and compare it to a piece of jewelry to determine if it is the right piece. Victim Assistance ProgramGive your spare time purpose. If you have a special place in your heart for helping others to cope in situations of crisis or trauma, or an interest in law enforcement, volunteering with the Mesa Police Department's Victim Services Unit may be the thing for you. The Victim Assistance program is looking for volunteers to become trained in crisis intervention and victim assistance. These volunteers are on-call to respond to traumatic events - serious injury accidents, domestic violence calls, sexual assault, death notification, etc. - to help victims and/or their survivors cope with the immediate aftermath of the incident. Training and equipment are provided. If you are interested in giving your spare time purpose, please call the Victim Assistance coordinator at 480-644-4025 or the Mesa PD Volunteer Coordinator at 480-644-2073. More information on volunteering can be found at www.mesaaz.gov/police. |
