Investigations Division and making outreach contact. Victim advocates are the liaison between the criminal justice system and the victim. All victim assistance services are developed to competently serve victims of all cultures and ethnic backgrounds. More information is on CRPD’s website: CRgov.com/VA Other Areas of Division Responsibility
Drug Take Back Event - A permanent collection container is located in the department’s lobby. Expired or unused medications are accepted Monday through Friday during business hours, with the exception of holidays. There were 1,259 pounds of drugs collected and disposed of in observance of state and federal regulations. This amount includes the two Drug Take Back events held annually. Stratified Policing - This organizational model of problem solving, analysis and accountability is an approach to crime reduction that seeks to overcome the weakness of current policing methods, while at the same time incorporating evidence-based practices. This model distinguishes different types of problems for which crime reduction strategies are implemented and designates responsibility based on the type of problem and resources necessary to address the problem. By separating and distinguishing these types of problems, different analyses, responses, and accountability mechanisms are carried out by various personnel within the agency, which “stratifies” the workload and responsibility for problem-solving and crime reduction. Weekly updates are provided to CRPD command staff and focus on action items and results. The chief, commanders, supervisors and the crime analyst determine the best course of action. Gaining actionable intelligence and insights from the data and then distributing it in focused and stratified manner ensures everyone knows their responsibilities in addressing immediate, short-term, and long-term issues.
Power Tools Robbery In February, two unknown male suspects, one armed with a handgun, stole power tools from a local retailer. CRPD obtained video footage, sent out a bulletin and quickly obtained a possible lead. It was determined the same suspect(s) had committed numerous armed robberies throughout the metro area. The investigation revealed the stolen merchandise was being sold online in another jurisdiction. CRPD detectives and officers, as well as members of the Douglas County IMPACT team coordinated an undercover merchandise “buy,” resulting in the recovering of a large amount of stolen tools and the identification and apprehension of a “fence,” which was determined to be one of the largest most prolific fence organizations across the front range. Due to the scope of this case, a joint intel meeting brought together multiple law enforcement (LE) agencies and tool retailers. The extremely dangerous nature of the suspects and the numerous criminal cases affecting multiple police agencies, it was determined a Colorado Organized Crime Control Act (COCCA) special prosecution would be beneficial. By effectively partnering with various LE agencies and sharing intel, additional suspects along with the CRPD gunmen were identified, located and arrested. Multiple search warrants were issued and executed successfully which contributed to the recovery of stolen items and evidence linking suspects to this fence organization. All three suspects were criminally indicted of charges, which included eleven (11) separate armed robberies, a total theft of over $50,000 in retail store merchandise, motor vehicle thefts and additional crimes. Thanks to the outstanding teamwork and tenacity of all involved in this investigation.
The mission is to focus on intelligence-led investigative techniques – a strategy that reduces crime through strategic management and an effective enforcement of strategies targeting prolific offenders.
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