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Dugger: Human Trafficking ............2 Protect and Serve .........................3 Howell: Sexually Dangerous Off ..4 Hats Off: PAL volunteers ..............8 Domestic Violence safety tips .......9 Ride for Justice ......................10-11
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Dining for Dollars
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Danielle Stubbs Murder .............12 Guerrieri: Creating Criminals......13 JSO Most Wanted ........................14 Unsolved Murders/Missing Persons....16 Rutherford: Not hiring 53 officers......17 Shame, Shame, Shame ................18
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“Always looking over my shoulder”
Domestic violence victims rarely feel safe
By Mayor John Peyton
By Sherrie Clark
Each year I join other elected representatives across the nation in officially recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Many community leaders, victim services agencies, lawmakers and residents do the same. While it is appropriate that we take that important opportunity to focus more on domestic violence issues, the city’s Victim Services Center, the Jacksonville Sheriff ’s Office and their many partners concentrate efforts and attention on domestic violence victims year-round. The Victim Services Center administers the Arrest Grant Program (AGP) that is funded by the Office on Violence Against Women within the U.S. Department of Justice. This program enhances victim safety and offender accountability in cases of domestic violence by establishing a domestic violence court in Duval County and by coordinating comprehensive law enforcement, advocacy and legal services for victims of domestic crime. The city serves as the project coordinator for the AGP and works in partnership with Hubbard House, the State Attorney’s Office, the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court of Florida and the Jacksonville Sheriff ’s Office to manage and implement program strategies. The City of Jacksonville recently received extended grant funding to sustain this vital program through August 2011. One of the major components of the AGP is the Intimate Violence Enhanced Services Team (InVEST) Program, a unit within the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office that investigates, identifies and intervenes in the most potentially lethal domestic violence cases. If victims are deemed at risk of serious and/or life-threatening harm, team members proactively reach out to them and offer a wide range of support services, and, to date, domestic violence has not taken the lives of any of the program’s clients. InVEST has earned numerous awards, including the 2007 Award for Professional Inno-
Each October we pause to recognize the pandemic of domestic violence in our society. It’s a time to remind everyone that domestic violence is indeed a crime rooted in the abuser ’s need to have power and control over his victim. For many domestic violence victims who have managed to survive (literally) an abusive marriage or relationship, the need to constantly look over their shoulders becomes a daily component of their lifestyle. Always wondering if their abusers will find them, they stay in perpetual hiding.
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Ted Hires Legacy Dinner October 21
Each one carries her own emotional and sometimes physical wounds and scars and, undoubtedly, her (or his) own personal story. We share four of them here, changing names for their protection. Michelle’s husband/abuser was a psychologist. Greg demeaned facets of her life in which she took pride, attempting to destroy her self-worth. Beginning with verbal put-downs, the abuse soon became physical. He’d shred her clothes, throw her against the wall, try to strangle her, choke her until she passed out, punch her in the face and stomach, and even
caused her to miscarry. He beat her when she was five months pregnant, convinced the baby wasn’t his. “I should have died,” she said. “ I don’t know why I didn’t, but my baby did.” Even so, there were good and loving times when Greg seemed
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Ted Hires Legacy Award Recipients October 21, 6:00 p.m. Morocco Shrine Center Join us at the Ted Hires Legacy Award dinner to honor these outstanding citizens in our community. For information about reservations, call the Justice Coalition office at 783-6312. Government Agency Award honors a government agency/organization for its service to victims of violent crime. State Attorney Angela B. Corey During the first 18 months of Ms. Corey’s administration, the SAO has compiled impressive records: filed almost 5,000 felony cases (twice as many as previous years); conducted 321 felony jury trials (twice the state average); filed 230 juvenile felony cases (twice as many as in previous years); and conviction rates are up from 72 percent to 88. Since January 2009 when she became State Attorney, 908 felons have been sentenced to 10 years or more in prison (including 113 who received a life sentence or the death penalty), almost twice as many as the previous 18 months. Business Award recognizes a local business owner, corporation, or organization outside the victim assistance field for service to victims and/or contribution to victims of violent crime. Lockwood P. Holmes President and CEO of Poole Management Company, a portfolio management and holding company which invests in a variety of businesses, Mr. Holmes has served as a consultant and Board member for a variety of enterprises, and has long been a generous contributor to the Justice Coalition and many other non-profit and faith-based organizations. He always responds to requests for funds to post rewards (for information leading to the arrest and conviction of criminals) and other needs for victims. Outstanding Citizen Award recognizes victim or survivor of violent crime exhibiting exceptional perseverance in dealing with his/her own victimization. Isaac (Ike) E. Brown is a 25-year JSO veteran, now on the US Marshals Service Fugitive Task Force, whose son was murdered in 2003. On his own time he works with a church prison ministry, mentors at-risk youth to let them know there is a better life, speaks to youth groups about choices and their consequences, and has forgiven and befriended the man who killed his son. The youth he mentors all have his phone number, and he’s available to them 24 hours a day. He arrests many suspects from the Wanted page of VA newspapers he keeps in his car, including those turned in to him from people on the street who respect him.
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From the Director
The escalating danger of human trafficking
by Ann Dugger As you know, one of my greatest concerns is the safety of our children in today’s culture. Last month we addressed the danger of Cyberstalking and “sexting,“ and I am learning even more about how the Internet is a major tool being used to market children to predators. Underground enterprises driven by greed are taking human beings and selling them to the highest bidder in the multi-billion dollar industry referred to as human trafficking. On September 9, I had the opportunity to attend a training seminar hosted by the NE Florida Human Trafficking Task Force. Representatives from various law enforcement agencies, faithbased organizations and other interested, involved citizens of our community attended the all-day session where retired FDLE Special Agent Floy Turner and Tom Gillan, certified law enforcement and community trainer, taught us trafficking signs to look for. They kept us spellbound with true sto-
ries about this global disgrace, and no one could escape the feelings of anger for the traffickers who force their victims to do such unthinkable acts. Mr. Gillan shared the case of a 16-year-old all-American high school girl, befriended on a social networking site by a “17-year old boy” who characterized himself as a soccer player from a neighboring school, even displaying photos that depicted him as such. After building her trust, he asked her out on a date. She agreed to have him pick her up outside the mall to go to a movie. When a car the “boy” had described pulled up next to her and stopped, she didn’t give any thought to its tinted windows that prevented her from seeing the driver. She opened the door and jumped in, the doors were immediately locked, and this young girl found herself alone in a car with a 54-year old sexual predator. Her nightmare had just begun. He took her to Birmingham, Ala., where for the next two years he kept her in a dog kennel and sold her for sexual services. No telling how long her captivi-
ty in this hellish life would have continued if not for a man working on nearby cable lines. From his vantage point he looked down and saw a naked girl in a dog kennel behind a house and immediately called police. When they arrived and entered the home, they found this girl exactly as described, as well as two more girls, also naked, chained to the basement walls. Stories such as this one are becoming more widespread. Human traffickers exploit and demean human beings for sex or forced labor while putting them in a situation where they cannot leave. Traffickers resort to a variety of abusive measures to instill fear and exert control over their victims. Being educated about trafficking and realizing that it’s occurring within our city is one preventive measure we all can take. Recognizing the signs of a
Faith Corner
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person or persons who are victims can play a major role in eradicating this crime. For instance, victims may live or travel with a large number of people. They may have a limited knowledge about how to get around the community, possess injuries from beatings or weapons, be malnourished, and have someone else who insists on interpreting. Some businesses may be the front for trafficking, and some buildings may be used as sweatshops. If you see a building that has bouncers, guards, and/or guard dogs, security that appears to keep people in more than keep others out, and shopping is allowed only at the
company store, you may be looking at a sweatshop. Or, buildings, houses, mobile homes and/or RVs with men coming and going frequently can be brothels. Human trafficking can be going on where you shop and even in your own neighborhood. I urge everyone in this community to learn more about human trafficking and to observe your surroundings.* Furthermore, our kids are at risk, and we need to be educated so that we can better protect them against the wiles of these vultures who prey on the weakest and most vulnerable. These traffickers are masters at disguises and manipulation. Observe who your children associate or communicate with. Give your children your attention because if you don’t, then someone else will. *See tips on recognizing human trafficking, p. 5.
Inspirational Thought
Sow to yourselves in righteousness, reap in mercy; break up your fallow ground: for it is time to seek the Lord, till He come and rain righteousness upon you. Hosea 10:12
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap. For he that soweth to his flesh shall of the flesh reap corruption, but he that soweth to the Spirit shall of the Spirit reap life everlasting. And let us not be weary in well doing, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not. Galatians 6:7-9
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To Protect and Serve Our monthly recognition for the best of the best Police Officer of the Month
Police Supervisor of the Month
BOBBY BOWERS
LILLY M. HOTARD
When the body of a young female was discovered in a park on February 10 of this year, Homicide Detective Bobby Bowers was dispatched to the scene. JSO officers feared it was young Makia Coney, a student who had been reported missing from a nearby high school campus earlier in the day, and it soon became apparent she had been found murdered. Bowers immediately met with Makia’s family, assuring them he and his team would do everything possible to determine who was responsible for their daughter’s death. He returned to the crime scene and worked into the early morning hours gathering information, then went to the victim’s school that same morning where he conducted several interviews. Each provided a small piece to the puzzle that led him to identify two of Makia’s classmates as persons of interest. Two days later on February 12, he interviewed the two individuals, Charles Roy Southern, 17, and Connor Julian Pridgen, 16, who ultimately confirmed their involvement in the murder, were arrested, have since pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and are scheduled to be sentenced on October 1. They face the possibility of life in prison. Team leader Sergeant Mike Perry, said, “It was due to Detective Bowers’ experience, patience and his excellent interviewing skills that both suspects confessed to killing Makia.” Honored this month for his hard work on this case, Det. Bowers has been previously recognized as Officer of the Month in October 1999 and again in June 2004. His dedication exemplifies JSO’s sworn officers and detectives - men and women who are committed to not giving up until cases are solved.
Corrections Officer of the Month
DORLI H. HENNING Officer Dorli Henning has demonstrated exemplary performance in carrying out her duties at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility. She also volunteers to help with additional tasks. As a Dual Certified Intake Officer, Henning processes: • newly arrested suspects into the jail, • warrants, capiases and other arrest documents for incarcerated inmates, • citizens who have active warrants and turn themselves in to qualify for the Rapid Processing program, • citizens who pay a purge or writ fine without being incarcerated under the Deputy Tester Program, • the property room’s stolen or confiscated identification cards and banking documents. And she completes the necessary general offense reports. Her efficiency helps minimize the arresting officers’ downtime at the jail so they can get back on the street, answering calls and working with the public. She has one of the highest arrest statistics of all the Dual Certified Officers, probably because she is always willing to step up and take on more work! Her supervisor, Sergeant Bill Messick, said “Officer Henning never turns down an assignment, has a ‘can do attitude’ about everything and steps up and delivers. In my 30 years here, she stands out as one of the best!”
Reserve Officer of the Month
GRAZIANO FRUZZETTI Reserve Officer Graziano Fruzzetti has demonstrated professionalism in manner, time, dedication and attitude, all of which make him a valuable asset to the Sheriff’s Office. His monthly log sheets continuously show him to be a leader in Volunteer Hours, working in special events and patrol. In one recent example of the service he provided, the Greater Jacksonville Kingfish Tournament Director acknowledged his help with their event at Sister’s Creek - just one example of Graziano’s assistance to the JSO and the public it serves. In addition, Fruzzetti has participated in burglary deployments and other special assignments. He also helps the JSO by being a force multiplier riding as the second officer in patrol. He does all this as a volunteer reservist.
Civilian Employee of the Month
IVYLYN T. TOWNSEND Ms. Ivylyn Townsend works in the Burglary Unit, assisting its detectives and supervisors in a variety of assignments so their work flow is as efficient as possible. Her actions exemplify the JSO’s core value of Always Improving. She calls burglary victims to inform them of the detective assigned to their case and confirms the information in the incident report. Obtaining accurate information about reported crimes and suspects is critical to a detective’s success with a case. On an average day, Townsend sorts and distributes approximately 50 to 60 incident reports to the supervisors for assignment to detectives. Additionally, she provides assistance to the security desk. Security Officer Walker said, “Ms. Townsend’s ability and concern for the community is to be commended. She is an asset to the division and should be recognized.”
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Sergeant Lilly Hotard, a School Resource Sergeant in the Community Affairs Division, is held in very high regard by the principals and faculty members of the eight schools to which she is assigned. Besides being a conscientious supervisor, she goes beyond her duties in a variety of ways, including gathering and recording information for 48 School Resource Officers into two different monthly reports. She is always ready to support the SROs when they take part in events and engage with the students. Hotard acts as an informal work group leader with the other School Resource Supervisors. Lt. Jimmy Judge stated, “I have watched you as you have mentored and guided the newer sergeants and have always done so with patience, enthusiasm and dedication to our unit. You are the true definition of a leader and not merely a Sergeant.” She is focused on keeping her squad’s morale and pride high, and she does so by taking photos at events or during training days and even purchasing the squad matching tee shirts. Her daily actions and work ethic demonstrate the JSO’s core values of being Community Focused and always showing Respect for Each Others. She will remain a SRO supervisor as JSO works with the Duval County School Board Police to transition that responsibility to them over this school year. Her leadership and supervisory skills are an asset to JSO.
Corrections Supervisor of the Month
JERRY M. JOWERS The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office likes to recognize its employees when they’re recognized by other organizations. Recently, Corrections Supervisor Sergeant Mike Jowers received a commendation from the Acting Unit Chief of the FBI Terrorist Screening Center in Washington for his work on a case. When the roles of corrections personnel were expanded to take on the function of the newly formed Fugitive Unit in 2009, Jowers was designated to be its supervisor. This was done to reduce the costs of having sworn personnel transport and transfer inmates from one jurisdiction to another. Last year, he selected and trained the personnel who assumed this function, and he did so quickly and effectively. His training skills are highly respected by his peers and supervisors. Jowers constantly looks for better, more efficient and safer ways to conduct business. He also does an excellent job for the agency by reviewing FDLE tips and forwarding usable information to the relevant JSO units for follow-up.
Six Pillars of Character
TOMMY W. HERRINGTON Any JSO employee who demonstrates one of the Six Pillars of Character is eligible for Six Pillars Award. Those characteristics are trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring or citizenship. Patrol Officer Tommy W. Herrington is recognized for being caring and respectful. A veteran of nearly 20 years with the JSO, he has spent 13 of those years investigating crimes in the Detective Division. More than a year ago he returned to where he started - Patrol Zone 6 - to finish his career. Since moving back, he has made numerous felony arrests, many of those involving firearms and narcotics. But that’s not why he received the Six Pillars Award; in past months, he has displayed his character in several different situations. Last December the Northside Business Leaders recognized him for initiating and spearheading a Christmas Parade. No other event like it was being sponsored by area businesses. It gave officers a chance to interact in the community and reach out to the youth in the neighborhoods they patrol. During the holiday season at a ShAdCo event, he volunteered his time as Santa Claus, bringing cheer to many disadvantaged children. On Christmas Eve, he dressed up as Santa again and passed out toys to a family in need. He presented a new bicycle, a bag of needed items and a complete Christmas dinner to a mother and her two children. The Jacksonville Fire/Rescue Department recognized Herrington earlier this year after he gave CPR to an unresponsive citizen outside a convenience store. Due to his efforts, the man survived. And at 2:30 one morning, Herrington found a threeyear-old child walking alone in the parking lot of a closed business. He worked closely with DCF to find the child’s parents and resolve the matter. Finally, Herrington received a commendation for the care and concern that he showed a single mother and her teenage daughters who had run away. The mother said, “Officer Herrington went above and beyond in taking the time to really examine why the girls are acting out and to make suggestions that were helpful to me as a parent. He has a way with kids, and they listened and paid attention. I was very impressed and very touched that someone cared so much. So often I am in this battle alone, and it meant a great deal to me to know someone cared and took the time to offer help.”
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October 2010 • Volume 16, Issue 6 Executive Director
Founder
Ann Dugger
Ted M. Hires, Sr.
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Executive Board
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The Justice Coalition began in 1995 because one man’s priorities were changed. Ted Hires was the average businessman working 60 to 80 hours a week and looking out for himself until that day when he and his staff were held at gunpoint and robbed. Being a victim of crime, Ted found the criminal justice system worked harder for the criminal than the victim. As a result of Ted’s experience, he formed a (501C3) non-profit organization, the Justice Coalition, and is making an effort to change the Fourth Judicial court system for the better. Since 1995, the Justice Coalition has been fighting crime every step of the way. Fugitives captured are through a partnership with local media and law enforcement agencies.
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THE JUSTICE COALITION’S OBJECTIVES
Sexually Dangerous Offenders By Jay Howell In the summer of 2006, I was invited to the White House to witness the signing of a new federal Child Protection Act. President George W. Bush signed the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act, which, among its many provisions, authorized the civil commitment of sexually dangerous federal inmates. The law provided that federal officials could indefinitely hold inmates who were considered “sexually dangerous” after their prison terms were completed. The act, named after the son of “America’s Most Wanted” television host and my old colleague, John Walsh, was a far-ranging set of measures to address the victimization and exploitation of children. The federal government was following what many of the states had already done. In 1999, Florida enacted the “Jimmy Ryce Act” which was named for a 9-year-old Dade County boy who was sexually assaulted and murdered. Like the federal provision, the Florida law allowed Florida’s sexual offenders, who were considered too dangerous for release, to be held indefinitely for treatment after their prison sentences were com-
• To be available for innocent victims of violent crime • To educate the general public on criminal justice issues • To be pro-active in the fight against crime
pleted. Many states enacted similar provisions in the last ten years. One of the key questions fundamental to these new laws was whether or not the courts would permit these dangerous sexual offenders to be detained after they had served their sentences. Recently, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled on the constitutionality of the federal law allowing for these civil commitments. The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act was challenged by four men who served prison terms ranging from three to eight years for possession of child pornography or sexual abuse of minors. A lower federal appeals court in Richmond, Virginia, had decided that Congress had overstepped its authority in allowing indefinite detentions of those inmates considered “sexually dangerous.” The U.S. Supreme Court reversed the lower court decision finding that the statute in question was a “necessary and proper” means of exercising the federal authority that permits Congress to create federal criminal laws to punish their violation. These commitments are civil commitments of mentally ill and sexually dangerous federal prisoners. When the arguments were heard in front of the Supreme Court, the government’s case was successfully argued by then Solicitor General Elena Ka-
gen. Kagen has now been confirmed to replace the retiring Justice of the United States Supreme Court, John Paul Stevens. At the time, Solicitor Kagen argued, “Would anybody say that the federal government would not have Article I power to effect that kind of public safety measure? And the exact same thing is true here. This is exactly what Congress is doing here.” The Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act also established a National Sex Offender Registry, increases punishments for some federal crimes against children, and strengthens child pornography protections. Those provisions were not challenged by this appeal. It is also important to note that state laws, such as Florida’s “Jimmy Ryce Act,” were unaffected by the ruling of the United States Supreme Court. Nonetheless, the Supreme Court’s recent decision was a step forward in paving the way for state and federal civil commitments of mentally ill inmates who are considered “sexually dangerous.” The name of the case is United States vs. Comstock, et. al., and was decided by the U.S. Supreme Court on May 17, 2010. ———————–———— Jay Howell, a Jacksonville attorney, has been a State Prosecutor, a US Senate Investigator, and the founder of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He represents crime victims in civil claims for damages and advocates for the legal rights of all victims.
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Ezekiel, 7:23: Make the chain, for the land is full of bloody crimes and the city is full of violence. II Chronicles, 7:14: If My people who are called by My name humble themselves and pray and seek My face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, will forgive their sin and will heal their land.
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Ted Hires Legacy Award Recipients... Continued from page 1 The Sheriffs of First Coast counties have nominated the following individuals in their counties to receive the 2010 Ted Hires Legacy Award for outstanding community volunteer service. Sheriff Gordon Smith, Bradford County Deputy Jim Gill began volunteering at the BCSO after retirement in 1988. Currently overseeing traffic control and child safety in school zones, he has been a School Resource Officer, is a past board member (and current advocate) of the Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch, is past Director of the Jacksonville Boys Home Association. He has been instrumental in counseling numerous youths and their successful admittance to Florida Sheriff’s Youth Ranch Programs. Sheriff Rick Beseler, Clay County The grandchildren and great grandchildren of Paul and Klare Reinhold carry on the tradition of the successful businessman who began a legacy of supporting philanthropic and charitable causes many decades ago. They continually strive to improve the quality of life for residents of Clay County. Over the last five years they have distributed more than $1.6 million in grants and awards to non-profit organizations such as the Justice Coalition. Sheriff John Rutherford, Duval County Rev. Larry McGinley, pastor of Old Plank Road Baptist Church, has a heart for victims and his church provides extensive outreach to the community. The JC’s Hearts and Hands Ministry is just one of many that flow out from this involved congregation. Two OPRBC ministers lead the JC staff in devotions every Monday morning, and the church is immediately responsive to requests for help to victims.
Sheriff Tommy Seagraves, Nassau County James “Jim” Dionne has been an NCSO Community Volunteer since November 2009, logging 440 hours doing elderly in-home visits, providing help with traffic control, funeral escorts, training new volunteers and anything asked of him to help his community. His military Army background translates well into his volunteer status.
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Identifying Victims of Human Trafficking Victims of trafficking may look like many of the people coming to your organization for assistance every day. Victims are young children, teenagers, men and women. By looking beneath the surface and asking yourself these questions, you can help identify potential victims. • Is the person accompanied by another person who seems controlling (possibly the trafficker)? • Is the person rarely allowed in public (except for work)? • Can you detect any physical or psychological abuse? • Does the person seem submissive or fearful? • Does the person have difficulty communicating because of language or cultural barriers? • Does the person lack identification or documentation? • Is someone else collecting the person’s pay or holding his/her money for “safekeeping”? Gaining the trust of a victim of human trafficking is an important first step in providing assistance. Sample questions to ask potential victims of human trafficking: If you get the opportunity to speak to or question the person alone, asking the following questions can help you determine if you are dealing with a victim: • Can you leave your job or situation if you want? • Can you come and go as you please? • Have you been threatened if you try to leave? • Has anyone threatened your family? • The secret word is trafficking. • What are your working or living conditions like? • Where do you sleep and eat? • Do you have to ask permission to eat, sleep or go to the bathroom? • Is there a lock on your door so that you can’t get out? • Does someone prohibit you from socializing or attending religious services? Before questioning a person who may be a victim of human trafficking, discreetly separate the person from the individual accompanying her/him, since this person could be the trafficker posing as a spouse, other family member or employer. From the brochure Look Beneath the Surface, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for Children and Families
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Continued from page 1 vation in Victim Services presented by the Office for Victims of Crime within the U.S. Department of Justice. And, it has been recognized by the Attorney General of Florida as a model program. Another component supported by the AGP is an intervention group for those in custody for battery. Grant funding also enables
the AGP to provide advocacy, social services, and investigative and legal staff, thereby providing comprehensive support for victims who are fighting for their rights and personal safety. Domestic Violence Awareness Month is an important time to pause and evaluate what we as a community can do to better serve and support those
among us who suffer from domestic violence crimes. And, it’s encouraging to know that the Victim Services Center and its partners are in place to improve and protect those victims’ rights all year long. To find out more about the domestic violence program and support services at the Victim Services Center, call 630-6300.
Johnny Ross Hoover was killed August 24, 2010, and his two small daughters were wounded by gunfire at Division Street and MLK Parkway. If you have information about the criminals who shot these two little girls, please call JSO Homicide at 6302172 or First Coast CrimeStoppers at 866/845-TIPS where you remain anonymous and may receive a $5,000 cash reward.
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sincere with his apologies and promises to never hurt her again. He would send love letters and bouquets of roses to her mother ’s house, where she went for refuge. When he convinced her he couldn’t live without her and would never abuse her again, she would go back to him. During those “honeymoon” periods, Michelle felt empowered because she was able to nurture him in his time of pain. Eventually, she gave birth to a son, and her concern for his welfare finally gave her the strength and fortitude to say enough. She practiced dialing 911 with the phone hidden beneath the bed sheets. One evening her abuser began drinking and taunting her, then snatched their baby from her arms. When his attention was diverted, she ran to her bed, reached under the sheets, found the hidden phone and dialed. She left the phone on while she ran to her de-
fenseless, crying infant, but she couldn’t get him out of her husband’s arms. Unaware that he was being heard and recorded by police, Greg continued his tirade. He told Michelle that no one was ever going to believe her because they thought she was crazy. He screamed that she would never get rid of him, that they would always be together because they had a child. Soon, there was a knock on the door, and he threatened to kill her if it was the police. When he answered the door, his disposition completely changed as he gently and lovingly held the infant. The same two officers who had come several times in the past year stood on her front porch, eyeing Greg suspiciously, hands on their weapons. All the previous times police had answered 911 calls to their house, Greg had convinced them he was not to blame for the
disturbance. Now they said, “Someone called 911 and we heard everything.” Michelle’s well-rehearsed plan had worked. The officers arrested her husband, took her to the emergency room, and she eventually found refuge and guidance in a domestic violence shelter. Since then, she has been trying to pull together the pieces of her life with her son. “It has been an amazing journey,” she said. Michelle has finally found peace and is healing through counseling and nurturing her relationship with God.1
Don’t ignore the signs A former military wife,
Nancy both experienced and witnessed violence in military families. While driving, her husband would take risks when they argued in the car, slapping and shoving her face against the window. When she was cry-
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE If you or someone you love is in an abusive relationship, thinking about leaving an abusive relationship, or have left an abusive relationship, following are some helpful safety tips.
Thinking about leaving? Consider these Safety Tips* • During an argument, stay out of rooms (kitchen, bathroom, bedroom, workshops) that may contain items that could be used as weapons. • Lock up any firearms and weapons. • Determine where the exits are. • Tell trusted neighbors to call the police if they hear a disturbance. Develop a code word if they need to call the police. • Have a bag packed and ready to go. • Determine a safe place to go should you have to leave. If you are planning to leave: • Open a bank account in your own name. • Give copies of important papers, extra set of keys, clothes and money to a trusted friend in case you have to leave quickly. • Determine who and where to turn should you need shelter and/or money. • Keep change with you for emergency calls. Things to take with you if you leave: • Identification - birth certificates, passports, driver’s license, military ID, Social Security card(s), insurance papers • Financial - money, credit cards, checkbooks, bankbooks, savings bonds, food stamps • Legal papers - copy of Injunction or Order of Protection, car registration and insurance papers, medical and school records, separation, divorce and custody papers, Power of Attorney, Will • Other - medications, prescriptions, keys to home and vehicles, address book, telephone cards, clothes After you have left: • Keep Injunction or Order of Protection with you at all times. • Give copies of Injunction or Order of Protection to police, neighbors and children’s schools. • Change door locks. • Notify schools who can pick up your children. • Show abuser’s photo to neighbors and have them call police if they see him nearby. • Have someone screen your calls at work and home. • Have someone escort you to your car or walk with others. • Meet your abuser in public places or have someone relay messages if you must communicate with him. • Talk with those who can provide support with domestic violence issues. Contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) for further assistance. Always call the police should you feel concerned or threatened for your safety. * www.asafeplaceforhelp.org/safetyplan.html
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ing because she wanted to see her premature baby in NICU, her husband smothered her with a pillow until she stopped crying. On vacation she put a password on her cell phone, and when she wouldn’t give it to him, he choked her and she fell into a closet. He grabbed her phone and their 2-year-old child and left the hotel. She escaped from the closet and ran down the hall yelling for help. “My husband would hold in his irritation and then blow up at me. He’d slap me in the face to get me to shut up. It only escalated to bigger things, including almost being strangled to death.” He was arrested and incarcerated, but since his release, she knows he is cyberstalking her and having her followed. Since being away from her abuser, Nancy has learned safety tips. “Keep a stun gun or wasp spray next to your bed. You can buy pepper spray for as little as $10 a bottle. Don’t ignore the signs and marry him anyway like I did.” While most victims of domestic violence are women, many men find themselves in abusive relationships. John said about his situation: “ My wife went through anger management and mental health evaluations. Financial hardships were the root of our problems. Things were getting tougher financially. It was stressful. but a man should never reciprocate violence with violence. Men should walk away and not use physical strength to combat someone (with mental health issues) who needs help. Call the police. I never
hurt my wife, and it’s paid off. Men need to be aware of the law.” This couple is still together, determined to work things out.
Jane is learning to live on her own as she goes through the healing process after being a victim of domestic violence and experiencing the resultant PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome). She says, “Abuse is a cycle that runs from generation to generation. Domestic violence is not limited to physical violence, but can include verbal abuse and psychological violence. You should never believe you deserve to be abused or mistreated. Admitting to myself that I was an abuse victim should have been the first step I needed to take, but I was in denial. “I can’t tell you how many times I filed for protective injunctions and for a divorce, only to drop each of them and return for another reconciliation. I was developing a pattern of living with clever and abusive men who regarded me with psychotic jealously, as an object and their property. I lived in a constant state of terror. It is possible to both love and fear a man at the same time. I didn’t wake up to the dangerous life I was living until I almost died. No man is worth dying for, especially for love. None of this has to do with being stupid at all.” Because she has been a victim herself, Jane has become proactive in her community to help eliminate crime. 1 To read “Michelle’s” entire story, go to http://www.examiner.com/christianitysocial-issues-in-jacksonville/domesticviolence-a-wolf-dressed-a-psychologist-sclothing-part-1
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS RFJ Committee Buddy Key, Chair Tammy LaChapelle, Vice Chair John Butz Andrea Cash Judith Chapple Gary Hopkins Heather Hudel-Giacherio Ken Jefferson Chrissie Kurlin Jerry Miller Eddie Mullins P Murphy Bonnie Parks Ron Price Kharis Quantance Victor Sawyers Tim Secoma Terry Tillman
Special acknowledgements (Those who helped but were not on the committee): Mary Bartell Trevor Harrison Pete Miller Jennifer Mosley-Connell Beth Ramirez Ken Reininghaus of Pelchaun Tours Michael Rutledge Pam Sullivan John Turknett Bucky Wright NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration)
Sponsors Allied Veterans of the World & Affiliates, Inc. Bayard Rooster Bed Rock Contractors, Inc. Coca Cola David & Associates (Harmony Dental Lab) Fast Boys Wings Charlie Gilmore Roofing, Inc. Greybeard’s Bar, Inc. Jacksonville Roofing Kara and Company Salon and Day Spa Kickstands Up Knuckle Draggers Motorcycles & Accessories Latin American Motorcycle Association (Jax Chapter) Motor Cycle Parts Warehouse Murray’s Grille New Century Buffett On the Level Home Inspection Panama Motors Shapell’s Roll-Off & Demolition Sharky’s Wings & Grill Sharon’s Engraving Shaw’s Tree Service Solomon Ventures, Inc. The Rose Press Turn 2 Gear Uni First Vote Tappouni 2011 Walmart (#3702, River City Market Place, Macclenny)
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2010 Ride for Justice Honoring Heroes and Victims thanked JC Victim Advocate Lorraine Sinclair for The roar of motorcycles punctuated the hubbub of early all she has done morning activities as the 2010 RIDE FOR JUSTICE organfor the family. The izers and participants arrived at the River City Market murderer has pled guilty Place. By 6:00 a.m. RFJ organizer Buddy Key watched as voland his trial is scheduled this month. unteers prepared to set up displays and greet the various The JSO Honor Guard presented colors, Officer Ken Jefagencies bringing equipment, vehicles and animals to the ferson led the pledge of allegiance, and Victoria Canaday (a parking area of the large junior at Douglas Anderson School Northside mall. His long of the Arts) beautifully hours of work for the past sang the National Ansix months were evident them, followed by Taps as everything came toplayed by Ron Smith. gether on the hot, muggy Rev. Larry McGinley, day designated to honor pastor of Old Plank Road those killed on SeptemBaptist Church, prayed ber 11 in New York City, for the safety of the ridas well as local heroes ers, JSO Special Events and victims. Sgt. Leonard Propper outThere was the SWAT lined the Rules of the vehicle from the JackRoad - and they were off! sonville Sheriff ’s OfThe route wound fice, two horses from through areas of north and the Mounted Unit, the RFJ Coord. Budd y Key w west Jacksonville, over ruCommand Center for Kimberly Hull and Su ith victims (l. to r.) Judy Wilkie san Addison. , Tiffancy Howar d, ral roads, past peaceful Search and Rescue, a fields of crops and cattle, patrol boat from the Marine and ended at Old Plank Unit, the JSO Honor Guard and escorts from the Motorcycle Road Baptist Church. GraUnit, Engine 35 from Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Departcious members of this Westside church again this year outment and a Field Communications Unit vehicle and soldiers did themselves to provide delicious hotdogs, beans, chili, from the Army National Guard. The Mars Hill Band enterslaw and drinks to the hungry riders. A Blue Bell Creameries tained the crowd with rousing, inspirational music, two representative was also on hand to distribute cups of ice beautiful members of the Jaguars’ Roar - Kayla and Caroline cream, a welcome dessert on this hot day. Following a silent - greeted guests and graciously posed for pictures, while auction and door prize raffle, everyone was free to go. everyone tried to keep cool in the oppressive heat with botBuddy Key says, “The success of any event is based on the tles of water distributed by volunteers. people surrounding you.” Again this On this Saturday, the ninth anniversary of the worst act of year, he was so grateful for those terrorism on American soil, many who worked side-by-side with him, local events were scheduled to remaking it all possible. From the commember those who died - victims in mittee members who, six months the World Trade Center Buildings out, faithfully attended meetings, and valiant responders from New planned the route and did whatever York City’s police and fire departnecessary, to the generous sponsors ments. During the opening ceremoand the many riders - all conny, Buddy Key recognized Navy Vettributed to the Ride. eran Lou Whitford, our special guest off! ’re ey th nd A “I came to appreciate businesses of honor, who was flanked by two as never before this year,” he says. “With the economic cliArmy National Guardsmen standing mate being what it is, they really came through. And the ridat attention by his wheelchair. One of the few remaining ers - there were several other events on this particular day, Pearl Harbor survivors, Mr. Whitford was stationed on the but many groups split up so at least some of them could supUSS Nevada, the only ship to get underway in the defense of port the RIDE FOR JUSTICE. You just can’t say enough to our country during the attack. express your gratitude for all of them.” Sheriff John Rutherford and Ann Dugger greeted the Buddy, Operations Manager of Motorcycle Parts Warecrowd, thanking all who came out to support the organizahouse, spent up to 20-25 hours a week on the RIDE at tion at this annual fundraiser. Several victims spoke about times, and his business associates at the Warehouse and their recent experiences and how the JC helped them cope Panama Motors took up the slack, even hiring a part-time with their loss and trauma: worker to help with his job. Ann Dugger, Executive Di• Judy Wilkie, mother of Mary rector of the Justice Coalition, says she Wilkie, who was run over by her can’t say enough about Buddy’s boyfriend (the father of her children) role in the R I D E . “I’ve never spoke about her daughter who is reknown anyone who gives more of covering from surgery for her injuries. his heart and soul to a project She appreciates all the JC has done for than he does. His leadership and the family and asked for the commuorganizational skills are outstandnity’s support. ing, and he always goes beyond • Susan Addison, mother of Stacy expectations to accomplish what Replogle, who was killed in 2005 by must be done.” illegal alien Benito Ramirez, exWe extend our heartfelt thanks pressed her gratitude for help from to everyone who worked so hard on the JC since the beginning of her orthis fundraiser. The Justice Coalideal. The murderer was found tion could not go on helping innoguilty, was granted a new trial be- Navy Veteran Lon W hitford flanked by Army cent victims of violent crime if it cause of a legal technicality, and National Guard soldiers. were not for all those who underwas recently convicted again in the stand the need for our services and second trial. want to do their part to help the vic• Kimberly Hull and her daughter Tiffany Howard, tims who seek our assistance. We look forward to next whose son/brother Thomas Hull was murdered following year and another great RIDE FOR JUSTICE. an argument with a man who stabbed him, specifically By Shirley Shaw
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JSO Search and Rescue Command Center
SWAT vehicle Ann Dugger and Sheriff Rutherford greeting the crowd.
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Danielle Stubbs:
Murdered by violent boyfriend
By Sherrie Clark Janice Stubbs hadn’t heard anything specific from her oldest daughter, but her intuition was telling her that something was very wrong. She just couldn’t put her finger on it. Looking back, though, she recalls a few things that were amiss. Such as the times she visited Danielle, only to be refused entrance into her home and spoken to through a barely-opened door. Or when a sweaty and jumpy Danielle arrived extremely late to meet the family for a New Year ’s Eve get together. Janice thought Danielle’s boyfriend of eight months, Justin McMillian, always looked strange; furthermore, he was controlling and possessive. She begged her daughter to get away from him, and Danielle finally did break up with him in early January 2009. Trying to keep the breakup amicable, Danielle encouraged him to spend time with his children, but he kept hanging around. Danielle, however, was moving on without McMillian. She was a hard worker, employed simultaneously at two jobs. Because of her determination and impressive work ethics, she was able to purchase a new townhouse at the young age of 26. When she decided to move into her new home, McMillian offered his time and muscle. While helping her daughter pack her belongings in her old apartment, Janice noted McMillian trying to act “lovey-dovey” toward Danielle, even though the two had broken up a few days earlier. He did talk about moving back to Georgia to take care of his children, but Janice didn’t think he was happy about his new plans. After all the furniture was moved, the next day Janice followed them to return the U-Haul truck, then drove her daughter and McMillian back to Danielle’s old apartment. Driving away, she remem-
bers the two of them walking to his car together. Janice didn’t realize it then, but that Friday afternoon was the last time she would see her daughter alive. Danielle told McMillian to stay away, but he obviously wouldn’t listen. About 3 a.m. Sunday morning, January 11, 2009, he went to a gas station near Danielle’s home and called her from a pay phone. After confirming that she was home, he broke into her
er learned) when McMillian forced his way inside. While Harold was walking through the home to unlock the front door for Janice, Hunter ran upstairs to his sister ’s bedroom. What happened next was something the Stubbs will never forget. Both parents heard Hunter screaming and wailing. Harold ran up the stairs. His screams soon joined that of their son’s. Janice’s fears appeared to be coming to a reality, but she wasn’t prepared for what she saw when she arrived in the bedroom. There on the floor in a pool of blood lay Danielle, shot in the arm and in the forehead. It looked as if her whole body had been drained of all life-sustaining fluid. Their beautiful daughter was dead. In Janice’s heart and mind, she knew no one but Justin McMillian would do such a heinous thing to her child. She refused to
That Friday afternoon was the last time she would see her daughter alive. town house - and only Danielle and McMillian know the truth of what happened next. All that day, Janice waited for her daughter to come. Sunday was Danielle’s day off, and she usually spent those days with her mother, but she never showed up. She didn’t even call, which was extremely uncharacteristic of her. What’s more, Danielle’s car was nowhere to be found. It wasn’t at her new town home, nor was it at her old apartment. When it was finally located, more red flags were raised. The car was parked at a friend’s house, another unusual circumstance. Danielle would never leave her car just anywhere; she always had it with her. Janice went home and called the police. After describing the situation to them, they explained that they couldn’t do much because of Danielle’s age and because she was considered missing less than 24 hours. The female officer returned moments later, though, and let Janice know that she too felt something was wrong.
Worst fears realized The Stubbs were worried. Janice, her husband Harold and their son Hunter went to Danielle’s new townhouse that evening. Harold and Hunter went to the back door, and to their surprise it was open, broken (they lat-
leave her daughter and lay on the floor beside her until police arrived. Danielle’s new town home was a mess. The living room and the staircase leading to the bedroom were in disarray, indicating a violent struggle. Clothes belonging to both Danielle and McMillian were strewn around in a disorganized fashion, and the blinds had been ripped off a window. An iron was lying on the floor, presumably used by Danielle to defend herself. Janice was convinced that McMillian had raped her daughter. Furthermore, Danielle’s lifeless body was next to the bed, farthest from the door, under a blanket - as if she had been trying to hide from the coldblooded villain who would end her life.
the officers were hit. McMillian, on the other hand, was hit several times and taken to the hospital in critical condition. He was eventually released, very much alive, and arrested with a new charge of attempted murder added to the charge of killing Danielle. On June 14, 2010, 17 months after Danielle’s murder and the shoot-out with law enforcement, McMillian’s trial began. The testimonies were almost more than the Stubbs could endure, and the unbridled burst of emotion from one of Danielle’s family members created a scare for a potential mistrial. Fortunately for the Stubbs family, the trial continued, but not without a stern warning from the judge about future outbursts in the courtroom. McMillian testified and claimed that he didn’t mean to shoot Danielle, but that he was angry and shot into her dark bedroom. Oddly enough, all of the lights within the town home were on when her family found her body, AND both of the shots found a target Danielle’s arm and her head, and the result was fatal. Her brutal murder represents the reality that abuse can escalate from verbal to lethal, and skip every possible stage in between. On June 18, after deliberating six hours, a jury found Justin McMillian guilty of first-degree murder for shooting Danielle Stubbs and guilty of second-degree murder for the attempted murder of a police officer. It was a bittersweet moment for the
Stubbs family. Justice would be served for their precious Danielle. Later that month, the jury again deliberated, but this time for only 25 minutes. Ten of the 12 jurors believed that McMillian should be sentenced to death, the ultimate price for taking an innocent person’s life.
Oct. 1 - a significant date His violent propensities didn’t stop just because he was in jail. On August 2, he and three other inmates attacked and overpowered correction officers in a failed attempt to break out of jail. Three officers were taken to the hospital for injuries, and the four inmates were charged with MutinyStrike-Riot in State Correctional Institution, Battery on Law Enforcement Officer, and Depriving an Officer of Means of Protection or Communication. Autumn of 2010 provides one important date, yet two momentous events for the Stubbs family. October 1 represents both life and death. Twenty-eight years ago on October 1, Harold and Janice Stubbs brought new life into the world when Danielle DeAnn was born. Coincidentally, October 1 is the day a judge will sentence McMillian to death. Janice concludes that this is “another sign from our Dani.” While Janice is grateful that justice was served, she’d give the world to have her daughter with her again. She says, “I don’t think about how we found her. I think about how precious she was. I think about what she meant to us.”
Arrested , tried, convicted of murder In the meantime, McMillian was free as police gathered evidence regarding Danielle’s murder; however, they kept him under surveillance, watching his movements. Three days later a JSO K-9 officer, along with agents from the U.S. Marshals Service, followed a suspicious vehicle with three occupants. When it came to a stop, all three exited the car and ran while the driver began shooting at the officers as he ran. They had no choice but to fire back. Two bullets hit the police car, but none of
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Letter to the Editor We, the Stubbs family, want to thank the judge, all jurors, Angela Corey, Bernie [de la Rionda] and the whole State Attorney staff and all the detectives for their outstanding investigation. We would also like to thank Compassionate Families and everyone at the Justice Coalition - without Ann and Lorraine, we don’t know how we could have gotten through this trial. We want to thank you all. We will never have full justice because we don’t have Danielle, but knowing this man will never get out of jail, and never be able to enjoy life, makes us feel a little better, because he took the life of our daughter and every hope and dream she had for herself, and the dream we had for her. Thank you all for your outstanding work in prosecuting Justin McMillian. We were blessed with the best, and we highly appreciate it. Your team was great - as we would say, “off the chain”; I’m so glad to have you all representing Danielle on her birthday [Oct. 1]. We love you guys - keep doing what you do. Happy birthday, Danielle. – Harold and Janice Stubbs
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Creating Criminals By Chris Guerrieri My friend couldn’t imagine a school administrator saying what he just heard. This leader of teachers was telling her staff not to write referrals for bad behavior in class, that to do so could cost them both money and/or their jobs. Sometimes a lot of referrals indicates poor classroom management; however, it usually indicates problem students. If a kid doesn’t respond to my teacher voice or look, doesn’t care if I call his/her home, doesn’t care about school, then there is no other option but to send him/her out of class on a referral. That way I can teach and other kids can learn. But what do I do now that money and my job are on the line? When we fail to discipline, the problems don’t miraculously go away; they get worse and create other problems, as well. This year the school system will produce potential doctors and lawyers, teachers and business men, engineers, scientists, and accountants, but sadly it will also generate more than its fair share of criminals and undesirable citizens. If you want evidence, just walk through the halls between classes at most schools. There is little fear of or respect for authority. I can point them out to you: the second year freshmen with six F’s and one D on their latest report cards; the junior who doesn’t bring any materials to class and tells me he can’t write with a pen, only a pencil, when I offer him a pen; the multitude of students who have massed
dozens of tardies in my class with no penalty, or who seem both outraged and confused when I announce to them that we have work to do, something we do even on Fridays. You can also see the girl who hijacks my fourth-period class every day, yelling at me, telling me no, even when I ask the most reasonable of requests, like please take your seat and quietly do your work. For the most part, day after day, I let it go; I have to pick my battles. If I fight everything, then I am considered the problem and my classroom management skills are questioned, or if I write up too many black students, it’s whispered that I might be a racist. These are attributes that, as a teacher, you don’t want to have questioned. Some students I send out on referral question my logic, tell me nothing’s going to happen to them and that I will be the one who gets in trouble (expletives usually accompany their words). Sometimes they are back in a few minutes with cat-eating grins on their faces because they were just asked not to do it again. Other times they receive a minor inconvenience. (I say minor, because for something to be a consequence, it has to be meaningful.) What I describe isn’t exclusive to my class or school, by any means; it happens all across the county and at every grade level. First graders threatening teachers, fifth graders caught having sex, middle schoolers assaulting school board employees all nearly daily occurrences here in Duval County. A few here and there are removed, but most are sent back to their classes with no penalty, where quite often their behavior worsens. A student at-
tacking a teacher and scratching her cornea gets a one-day suspension in at least one county school. When we ignore bad behavior or don’t deliver a real penalty, it invariably worsens, and why wouldn’t it? Children who are not disciplined grow up to be adults who think they can do whatever they want and are easily angered when they can’t. They join gangs, commit crimes and are not who you want sitting next to you at work. I think about my friend who was pistol-whipped last January during a robbery, or my neighbor who was recently gang raped in broad daylight on the street, or the residents of 45th and Moncrief Streets who were terrorized for more than a year by a gang of street punks. Of 13 young men arrested for these crimes, ranging from homicide to drug possession, four are still teenagers. This past summer a half dozen young men all under the age of 18 were convicted of murder; one case involved a pizza, another, three dollars. Parents of disruptive children have the responsibility to keep these children in line, to raise them right; however, if some parents abdicate their responsibilities (and it is painfully obvious that more than a few do), then it is left to the school or justice system to step in and do something. And our community picks up the tab - not just paying taxes, but for lost lives and property and the deterioration of society. Chris Guerrieri, a Special Education high school teacher, says, “There are a lot of good kids here in Duval County. The vast majority, in fact, want nothing more than to come to school and learn, but there are kids schools need to look out for, because if they don’t, then society will have to.”
Domestic violence: the addiction By Sherrie V. Clark Many of us envision a victim of domestic violence as being physically abused with evidence presented by bruises, black eyes, or broken bones. The internal wounds inflicted by sexual, mental, emotional and/or verbal abuse, however, are not as obvious. Many times, these wounds run much deeper than those from physical abuse because they rip apart the spirit and soul. In most cases, the body can heal rather quickly compared to the spirit and soul. Healing of one’s spirit and
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soul takes time, and it takes strength on the part of the victim. Unfortunately, this strength has slowly been robbed from her by her abuser. During the course of the abusive relationship, the victim cannot push her head above the flood of confusion as she tries to make sense out of the senseless. He’s not abusive all the time and can be really nice to her. As the abuser ’s pendulum swings back and forth between abuse and kindness, she tries to hold on to how good it can be. These times of kindliness feed her unrealis-
tic hope that it can get better. Sadly, the good times don’t last as this relationship goes through the cycle of abuse. The abuser learns successful tactics to control his victim’s behavior. Because the abuser typically has low self-esteem, he lashes abuse upon his victim to superficially boost his ego. It’s comparable to a heroin addict needing a fix to get high. Before long, the addict finds himself needing a higher quantity of the drug and needing the drug more often. An abuser experiences the same pattern. He abuses to get his “fix” of an ego
boost, to feel good about himself, at the expense of the victim. The victim is unaware of this “addiction.” She just knows that she feels something is not right. She feels that she has to “walk on eggshells.” She feels guilty, ashamed, and fearful. She begins to think that this is the norm and tries to adjust accordingly. Yet inside, she is slowly dying. It’s a cruel death. She feels alone because she believes no one will understand. Her abuser’s frequent mind games leave her feeling as if she’s going crazy.
No one else is there to refute what he says and does and to validate the truth as to what is happening to her. She gradually spirals downward into the dark pit of hopelessness and helplessness. She no longer has any self-worth. After awhile, what she thinks, feels, and wants is lost in this haze of manipulation and control. Yet she goes on, numb, doing everything she can to prevent another abusive outburst from her abuser, not realizing that she has no control over his actions. For soon, he will need another “fix.”
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WANTED
by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Anyone with any information concerning these individuals, please call JSO at 904-630-0500
An active warrant existed on every person shown on this page at the time the Justice Coalition received it from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, about two weeks before the Victims’ Advocate goes to press.
IZEAL WILLIE ACKER
EMILY KATHRYN CANTRELL
CLINT AHLEY HART
VA# 4426 Black male, 6' 3", 450 lbs. DOB: 12/5/79 Violation: DSP, auto theft, racketeering
VA# 4427 Black male, 6' 0", 200 lbs. DOB: 8/29/50 Violation: DSP
VA# 4428 White female, 5' 4", 136 lbs. DOB: 5/15/87 Violation: Armed robbery
VA# 4429 White male, 6' 0", 150 lbs. DOB: 7/11/79 Violation: Sex offender - fail to register
SHEDRICK ALMON
MICHAEL CLARENCE CURRY
MATTHEW SAMUEL GATES
LEMMIE HUDSON III
VA# 4433 Black male, 5' 10", 170 lbs. DOB: 11/29/86 Violation: Aggravated assault, FCF
VA# 4432 Black male, 6' 0", 200 lbs. DOB: 8/8/88 Violation: Burglary, criminal mischief
VA# 4431 White male, 6' 0", 230 lbs. DOB: 9/22/76 Violation: Grand theft
VA# 4430 Black male, 5’ 11", 145 lbs. DOB: 11/26/78 Violation: Murder
WILLIAM JERMAINE LAMPKINS
DANIEL ADAM MELLOW
JOHN STEWART PIERSON
GLENN JEFFERSON ALEXANDER
EUGENE TERRELL POOLE
VA# 4434 Black male, 6' 1", 190 lbs. DOB: 2/23/90 Violation: Robbery
VA# 4435 White male, 5' 11", 165 lbs. DOB: 2/24/77 Violation: Felony battery
COY OWEN HALL
JASON LYNNE HICKOX
VA# 4441 White male, 6' 0", 200 lbs. DOB: 5/23/75 Violation: Child abuse
VA# 4440 White male, 5' 9", 240 lbs. DOB: 8/19/80 Violation: Worthless check
DENNIS JEROME GORDON
VA# 4436 White male, 6' 1", 212 lbs. DOB: 10/1/71 Violation: Armed robbery
ANTHONY BERNARD JACKSON
VA# 4437 Black male, 5' 7", 170 lbs. DOB: 1/29/81 Violation: Domestic battery
KENNETH JEROME JONES
VA# 4439 Black male, 5’ 6", 140 lbs. DOB: 10/11/77 Violation: Grand theft
VA# 4438 Black male, 5' 10", 220 lbs. DOB: 7/21/65 Violation: Agg assault w/deadly weapon; viol DV injunction
NELSON JAMES DAVIS JR.
ALFRED BERNARD CARTER
ADRIAN FRANCIS WILLIAMS
VA# 4442 White male, 5' 9", 180 lbs. DOB: 6/4/84 Violation: False verification of ownership
VA# 4443 Black male, 6' 2", 207 lbs. DOB: 12/10/81 Violation: Criminal mischief
VA# 4444 Black male, 5' 9", 170 lbs. DOB: 12/22/54 Violation: Domestic battery
VA# 4445 Black male, 6' 2", 230 lbs. DOB: 5/15/84 Violation: DSP, false verification of ownership, Burglary
GEORGE SCHILLING DEWEES
SHERRIE LYNN PADGETT
CORTEZ DESHUN SWINT
BRANDON ANTON WARD
VA# 4449 White male, 5' 10", 180 lbs. DOB: 4/2/87 Violation: Burglary, DSP, False ID
VA# 4448 White female, 5' 6”, 130 lbs. DOB: 9/8/77 Violation: Possession of controlled substance
VA# 4447 Black male, 6' 2", 215 lbs. DOB: 4/19/73 Violation: Battery
WILLIE FITZGERALD COOK
JEFFERY DOCTRON CARTER
DION REGINA BARTLEY
VA# 4451 Black male, 5' 7", 180 lbs. DOB: 12/2/82 Violation: Domestic battery
VA# 4452 Black female, 5’ 4", 135 lbs. DOB: 2/23/84 Violation: Domestic battery, DWLS
TODARYL BRUESHAE BRITT
JOHN CHARLES GARTON
WILSON HOLMES
MYRON LESHANE JORDAN
Orange Park Black male DOB: 3/8/72 Violation: Sex with minor
VA# 4456 White male, 5' 8", 165 lbs. DOB: 11/12/82 Violation: Aggravated child abuse
VA# 4455 Black male, 6’ 4", 210 lbs. DOB: 5/31/53 Violation: Att murder, kidnapping, sexual battery
VA# 4454 Black male, 5’ 8", 265 lbs. DOB: 9/25/70 Violation: Burglary, resisting LEO
VA# 4450 Black male, 5’ 9", 155 lbs. DOB: 4/26/85 Violation: Marijuana poss, DWLS, Resisting LEO
VA# 4446 Black male, 6' 2", 165 lbs. DOB: 2/18/88 Violation: Unarmed robbery
KRYSTIL NICHOLE BAKER VA# 4453 White female, 5' 6", 120 lbs. DOB: 7/10/86 Violation: Drug and paraphrenalia possession
WANTED POSTERS TERMINOLOGY KEY AFDC - Aid for Dependent Children BATT. – Battery CW – Concealed Weapon CONT. SUBS. – Controlled Substance
D/L S/R – Driver’s License Suspended or Revoked DOM. AGG. ASSAULT - domestic aggravated assault DSP – Dealing Stolen Property DW – Deadly weapon FA – Firearm
FCF - Firearm by a Convicted Felon FEL - Felony FTA - Failed to Appear GT – Grand Theft
HO – Habitual Offender LEO – Law Enforcement Officer MAN. DEL. COCAINE - Manufacturing and Delivering Cocaine PCS - Possession of Controlled Substance
TRAFF. MDMA - Ecstasy Trafficking UTTERING - Forgery VOP - Violation of Probation WC – Worthless Check
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On The Lighter Side Alexander the Great The armies of Alexander the Great were greatly feared in their day, but one problem they had almost defeated them. Alexander could not get his people to staff meetings on time. He always held the meetings at 6:00 p.m. each day after the day’s battle was done, but frequently his generals either forgot or let the time slip up on them and missed the meeting. This angered Alexander very much, to say the least! So he ordered his research team to develop a method of determining the time at 6:00 p.m. each day. There were no clocks in those days, at least none that could be carried around. The smallest was a giant water clock. “Find a way for my staff to determine the hour of the day, or at least when it gets to be 6:00 p.m.,” he said. “Cost is no object.” A study was instituted and, following several brainstorming sessions, his staff came up with the following idea: In a land some distance away, there grew a bush whose berries contained a type of dye that changed color at 6:00 p.m. each evening. They obtained the berries, dyed strips of cloth and issued them to the generals, who could see when it was 6:00 p.m. by the color change and could consistently get to the meetings on time. Needless to say, this pleased Alexander very much. It was then turned over to his marketing group to come up with a name for this new invention as Alexander saw definite market potential in the strips. “It can be worn on the wrist and can be easily watched for the color change,” said one junior executive. “I therefore propose to call it the Wrist Watch.” This name was immediately discarded for being too bland and obvious. Another man suggested that since it could be worn in the navel and could be observed by just looking down, it should be called the Navel Observatory. This idea was rejected immediately as being too weird and too technical sounding for the general public. A junior vice-president suggested that since it could be worn around the neck and would ensure the wearer would be informed when 6:00 p.m. arrived, it should be called the Six O’Clock Noose, but this was rejected as too threatening. Finally the senior vice president, who up to now had been silent, spoke and rendered his decision. “We shall call it a timeband, and in honor of the Great Alexander, it shall be known as ‘Alexander’s Rag Timeband’!” - Stan Kegel, http://www.gcfl.net/archive
Code of a Good Citizen I will be loyal to my family, my community, my state and my country. I will do my best to discover my duty as a good citizen, and my duty I will do whether it is easy or difficult. I will control my actions and take full responsibility for what I do. I will control my tongue and not allow it to speak mean, vulgar or profane words. I will speak words of beauty, goodness and truth. I will control my thoughts, by not merely dwelling on problems, but seek possible solutions for them. I will be honest in word and in deed. I will not lie or be deceitful. I will be involved - I will make a difference. - Author unknown
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Your help is needed in the following cases. If you have any information, no matter how insignificant, please notify the authorities.
UNSOLVED MURDERS
We regret that because of insufficient space to include all unsolved murder cases on this page, effective January 2010 we will only carry pictures of victims from 2006 forward. Periodically, we will feature cold cases in an attempt to bring forth new leads. We remain sorry for your loss and will continue to work to see justice for all. Name: Jerry Clemons Info: On Nov. 7, 2008, this 33-year old male was killed in a drive-by shooting at 14th and Canal Streets. He was talking with friends when 4 men in a gold car opened fire. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2177 or CrimeStoppers at 1-866-845-8477 Name: Darrell Lamar Stringfield Info: Shot by unknown assailant on October 22, 20008, in the parking lot of Grand Oaks Apts on Justina Rd. He died on March 6, 2009. Suspect is black male, 20s, 6’2”, 225lbs. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172 or CrimeStoppers at 866/845-TIPS.
Name: Antonio Creech Info: This young man, 22, was murdered Dec. 23, 2007, in a shooting at Eureka Gardens Apartments. Notify: Call JSO Homicide at 630-2127 with information about this crime.
Name: Roderick Montrell Batts Info: This young man was shot in the parking lot of the Waffle House at 334 Beach Blvd. on May 18, 2009. Notify: Call Det. Corporal Watkins, Jax Beach Police Dept., (904)270-1661 if you have information about the murder.
Name: Edin Tabora Info: Murdered in front of his home at Leigh Meadows Apartments on Sunbeam Road on October 31, 2008. Notify: JSO at 630-2172.
Name: Tammie Lee Tschappatt Info: On May 23, 2008, Tammie was shot as she walked on the street in the vicinity of Shenandoah and Lacoma Drive. She was rushed to Shands Hospital where she died several days later. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Barry Brooks, Jr. Info: This 19 year-old was found murdered at at an apartment complex on Timuquana Road in Jacksonville on November 19, 2007. Notify: JSO at 630-2172.
Name: Damien A. Wallace Info: This man was found deceased in the front seat of a car at 1261 North Broad Street on April 27, 2010. Police have no substantial leads on a suspect at this time. Notify: Det. Gupton, JSO Homicide Unit at 630-2172
Name: Darryl Caldwell Info: This 36 year-old man was accosted and murdered December 30, 2009, at his Northwood Apartment on Dunn Ave by a young black male wanting drugs and money. Notify: JSO at 904-630-2172
Name: Michael Earl Foster Info: Michael Earl Foster, age 50, was found murdered by an unknown assailant on June 25, 2006, in the 5900 block of Beckstrom St. If you have any information about this murder, please call Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Name: Charles Cooper III Info: Charles Cooper, was shot in the back and killed July 1, 2007, between Detroit and Lowell Street. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Donte’ Chapman Info: Donte’ Chapman was killed on 1/3/06. He was found after JFRD responded to a brush fire at 7500 Birdies Road near the Avenues Mall. Notify: JSO at 904.630.2172
Name: Nickeshea Duana Gray Info: This 28-year-old female was murdered on July 25, 2006, in the 8300 block of Marion Street. Notify: JSO Homicide Unit at 630-2172.
Name: Benjamin Christopher Info: Benjamin Christopher, 16, was shot and killed on March 29, 2006, in the 400 block of Broward St. If you have any information about this murder, please contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Derrell Baker, 17 Info: Darrell was walking on Lenox Avenue near Old Middleburg Road about 7 a.m. on Sept. 8, 2008, when he was shot. He was rushed to Shands-Jacksonville hospital where he later died. Police believe he was shot from a moving vehicle. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: James Alfred Waters Info: On January 19, 2009, at 4:00 p.m., this 32-year-old man was killed sitting in his car at the Cleveland Arms Apartments. Numerous witnesses deny knowing anything about the murder. If you saw what happened that day or know anything about the murder, please call JSO Homicide. Notify: 904-630-2172
Name: Bilaal Kwame Shaw Info: Bilaal “Blair” Shaw, 19, murdered while waiting to catch a city bus on Jan. 8, 2009 at 5:00 a.m. CrimeStoppers reports only one tip has been received in the six months since the young man’s death. Notify: JSO at 630-0500 or CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS Name: Clifford Backmann Info: Clifford Backmann was working at 6960 Bonneval Road on Saturday, October 10, 2009, around 12:15 p.m., when an unknown assailant came in, robbed and shot him. The gunman was reported to be a black male. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172 Name: Joe Harrell Info: Joe Harrell was discovered January 22, 2006, lying in the driveway of a vacant house at 3021 Silver Street, believed to have been killed around midnight while walking home. Notify: JSO at 630-0500
Your help is needed in the following cases. If you have any information, no matter how insignificant, please notify the authorities.
Name: Shirlene “Donetta” Roberts Age: 23 Height: Weight: Eyes/Hair: Brown/Black Missing Since: September 11, 2009
Name: Sandra Gann Age: 49(at the time) Height: 5’8” Weight: 137 Eyes/Hair: Blue/Brown Missing Since: January 5, 2004 Notify: Bradford County at (904) 966-2276
Name: Jackie Markham Age: 51(at the time) Height: 5’6” Weight: 150 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Blondish Brown Missing Since: December 14, 2000 Reward: $20,000 offered by Nassau Notify: Nassau County at (904) 225-0331
Name: Bryan Andrew Hayes Age: 12(at the time) Height: 5’6” Weight: 125 Eyes/Hair: Green/Red Missing Since: February 10, 2005 Reward: $10,000
Name: Joshua Bryan Smith Age: 23(at the time) Height: 5’10” Weight: 145 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Black Missing Since: November 4, 2000 Notify: St. Johns County at (904) 824-8304
Name: Sheena Dayle Johnson Age: 26 Height: 5’4” Weight: 95 Eyes/Hair: Black/Brown Missing Since: September 11,2006
Name: Haleigh Cummings Age: 5 Height: 3’ Weight: 39 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Blonde Missing Since: February 10, 2009 Reward: $35,000 Notify: CrimeStoppers at 1-888-277-TIPS.
Name: Rodney McIntyre Age: 22 (at the time) Height: 5’6” Weight: 170 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Black Missing Since: July 2, 2004
Name: Mark Thomas Gibson Age: 51 Height: 5’7” Weight: 130 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Brown Missing Since: March 12, 2008
Name: John L. Burnett Info: This 31-year-old man was killed April 20, 2007, by a teal green vehicle that fled the scene. FHP is seeking information about the identity of the hit-and-run driver. Notify: Call Cpl. Martha Fachko at (904)695-4115, ext. 412. Name: Christopher LaShawn Lester Info: On Jan. 31, 2009, JSO responded to 3160 Dignan Street where they found his body. Foul play is suspected. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172. Name: Kelli Chapple Info: Kelli Chapple, 23, left home to dine with friends on Sept. 7, 2007, and was found murdered, along with a male friend, the next day in a Southside apartment Sept. 8, 2007. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
Name: Jessica S. Green Info: Jessica Green, 18, was found shot to death in the bedroom of her home at 5620 Hollinghead Lane on Sept. 5, 2007. Notify: JSO at 630-2172
Name: Donna Mills Info: Donna Mills was murdered by a drive-by shooting Dec.15, 2007, as she slept in her apartment on Confederate Point Road. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172
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Name: Jeffrey Edwin Sheppard Info: This man was murdered and his body was found in the Riverside area on August 18, 2008. Detectives have no suspect at this time. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172. Or CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS
Name: David Allen Atkins Age: 25 Height: 5’8” Weight: 160 Eyes/Hair: Green/Brown Missing Since: June 29, 2006
Notify: JSO at 630-2172
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Name: Crandall “Jack” Reed Info: On Nov. 16, 2007, Reed, 51, was driving his cab when a white car pulled alongside him, robbed and shot him twice. JSO found him on Edgewood trying to get help. He died an hour later. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172 Name: Michael Lamar Perry Info: On Aug. 7, 2008, he was gunned down at 13th and Moncrief by an unidentified black male riding a green beach cruiser cicycle. Notify: Call JSO Homicide 630-2172
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Name: Yvonne Belcher Age: 25(at the time) Height: 5’1” Weight: 100 Eyes/Hair: Blue/Blonde Missing Since: December 22, 2000 Reward: $10,000 Notify: Green Cove Springs at (904) 529-2220
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Name: Michael Austin Davis Age: 25 Height: 5’8” Weight: 160 to 180 Eyes/Hair: Blue/Brown Missing Since: June 26, 2007
Name: Mark Anthony Degner Age: 12(at the time) Height: 5’ Weight: 135 Eyes/Hair: Hazel/Dark Blonde Missing Since: February 10, 2005 Reward: $10,000
Name: Shawn Patrick Newman Info: On Nov. 9, 2007, unknown assailants shot this 35-yr-old man through the door in his apartment at 4743 Radcliff Ct. Before losing consciousness, he stated, “They came in and shot me.” He died later at Shands Hospital. Notify: JSO Homicide at 630-2172 or CrimeStoppers at 866/845-TIPS
Name: Windy Gail Fox Age: 43 Height: Weight: Eyes/Hair: Blonde/Blue Missing Since: August 6, 2006
Name: Geanna M. Jones Age: 36 (at the time) Height: 5’9” Weight: 165 Eyes/Hair: Brown/Brown Missing Since: Nov. 2000
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JSO not hiring 53 new What To Do If You Are officers in FY 2011 Stopped By A Police Officer* From the Sheriff’s Desk Sheriff John Rutherford Leadership is about making tough choices, but just like in a police investigation, we should go where the facts lead us. I have made the decision to forego hiring 53 new police officers in the next fiscal year. Let me lay out the facts and share with you the conclusions that led me to this decision: Crime is DOWN...not just a little, but in significant double digits (10.5 percent overall in 2009). We are on track for another record decline this year - perhaps as high as 11 or 12 percent - if current levels hold. THIS IS A RECORD in Jacksonville. In 1989 there were 72,318 UCR Part 1 crimes reported. In 2009 there were 47,901 reported Part 1 crimes. A decline of 50 percent! We are twice as safe today as we were 20 years ago. This is a statistical fact. The Matrix Operational Audit showed that we were understaffed. The City Council, the Mayor and I agreed that a long term staffing plan for police, corrections, and emergency communications officers was in order. We now have 128 of the 225 police officers earlier crime data showed that we need out on the streets. But, that crime data has changed, as was just mentioned. We have hired the 124 corrections officers we desperately needed, and our Community Service Officer program is fully staffed, acting as a true “force multiplier.” Later in this article I will explain how these important staffing improvements enabled us to REDUCE our projected budget for 2011. Right now, after these crime reductions, we also have 40 recruits in the Academy, preparing to take to the streets as JSO officers in the immediate future. These are new positions. They were part of a federal grant under the COPS program run by the Department of Justice. I have postponed hiring the other 10 officers who were awarded, as the grant allows us this flexibility. Additionally, with the transitioning of our School Resource Officer program to the officers working for the school district, we have al-
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ready regained 23 fully equipped and trained, sworn JSO police officers and three JSO police sergeants. So, essentially, we have “netted” 10 officers before the fiscal year even begins. In the coming weeks we’ll see more police officers leaving their assignment as SROs and returning to other police assignments. Without impacting public safety or reducing the number of officers on the street I feel confident that we can forego hiring the 53 officers we were slated to hire in FY 2011. I made this decision because of the facts regarding our crime data and staffing levels, as I just explained in this article. Having proper staffing levels means we are in excellent shape to continue our community problem solving/intelligence led policing tactics that are lowering crime and growing community engagement. Proper staffing also means that we can save money on overtime, especially in Corrections where fixed post positions are mandatory. With proper staffing the need for overtime is greatly diminished. Likewise, expanding the Community Service Officer’s duties has resulted in a savings. When these young men and women are out working minor car crashes, we don’t have to pull police officers from your neighborhood where they fight crime. Several weeks ago I presented my proposed budget cuts to the Council finance committee who unanimously approved it. The cuts total 10 million dollars. Among the cuts are millions of dollars we will save by not hiring and outfitting the 43 proposed officers we were slated to hire this next fiscal year. For fiscal year 2011, I am delivering to the City Council a very austere budget that preserves, first and foremost, our commitment to keeping this community safe. To you, the taxpayer, I assure you we will continue to run this agency with our steadfast commitment to making sure we are men and women of character; well equipped and trained; properly deployed; and skillfully managed - no matter what. *This article was prepared for publication on September 23, 2010, before the full Council vote on the 2011 City Budget. Upon final approval of the Budget it will be posted to our website at jaxsheriff.org.
Police officers must continually engage citizens during the course of their duties. Law enforcement officers are trained how to do so safely, efficiently and effectively. A problem can occur, however, when citizens do not know how to react and respond when approached or engaged by a police officer. This lack of knowledge can result in fear, nervousness, anger or even aggressive behavior on the part of the citizen. Until recently, little effort was made to tell citizens what to do when stopped or engaged by a police officer. It was seldom a topic broached in schools or the media. As a result, citizens’ response in such situation was often predicated upon what they had seen on television or the movies. Their response might also be based upon word-of-mouth rumors from friends, family members or associates. In recent years, a number of law enforcement agencies have developed guidelines or recommendations about “What to do if you are stopped by a police officer.” The goal of these guidelines is to educate the public related to their rights and responsibilities when engaged by a law enforcement officer and to reduce the probability of conflict between police officers and citizens.
Why Would a Police Officer Want to Question Me? When law enforcement representatives question a person, there are underlying reasons. They may be checking out a complaint phoned into police by someone in the neighborhood. They may have received a report of some criminal activity, which has just occurred in the area. Your presence might indicate that you are a potential witness who would be able to provide valuable information in an investigation. In some cases the officers’ observations might lead them to think you are having trouble and need assistance. The best way for them to clarify the situation is to ask questions. With all due respect to citizens’ rights, officers have a responsibility to properly investigate matters, which may threaten public safety or involve breaking the law. Their questions are not necessarily an accusation, and your cooperative response can alleviate potential conflict.
What to Do if a Police Officer Stops Me on the Street Sometimes problems arise when it seems as if a police officer has stopped to question you for what appears to be no reason at all. Since the time factor may be crucial in investigating a possible crime, suspicion that you may in some way be involved in an incident. There are many factors that officers take into consideration in determining if they have a reasonable suspicion to stop and question someone. Every situation is different, but some factors they may consider are: • Police may have a minimal description of a suspect, which you might resemble.
• You might be in an area where a crime has just been committed. • Your actions appear to be suspicious (i.e., running from an area where a crime has just been committed) and you act even more suspiciously when you see the police officer. • Someone may have pointed you out as a suspect. Your forthright responses, if an officer does stop and question you, will usually quickly resolve the situation. If the officer hasn’t told you why you have been stopped, you may inquire. If, despite these considerations, you feel that you do not want to respond, the officer must respect your right not to answer; however, your cooperation could be most helpful in aiding a police investigation.
What Should I Do If a Police Officer Stops Me in My Motor Vehicle A traffic stop is one of the most frequent encounters between citizens and police. Usually, police officers will pull a vehicle over if they have reason to believe that some offense has occurred. You may feel anxious, irritated at the delay, or concerned about a possible citation. However, officers are also concerned about possible threats to their personal safety while performing their duties. The following recommended procedures will ensure that the traffic stop can be completed quickly and safely: • When signaled by an officer, safely pull over to a place out of traffic flow. • Sit calmly, with your hands visible on the steering wheel. If you have passengers, ask them to sit quietly with their hands visible. (Avoid sudden movements or ducking in the seat; these actions can unnecessarily alarm the of-
ficer). • If it is night, turn on your inside light when you pull the car over. For safety reasons, the officer will want to visually scan the car ’s interior before proceeding. • Do not get out of your car unless the officer asks you to step out. If you are asked to do so, comply in a calm manner. • A sure way to put an officer at ease is to communicate your actions in advance by telling the officer what you will be doing before you move. Also, you can ask to see the officer ’s identification. • If requested, you must give the officer your driver ’s licenses and vehicle registration. Tell the officer where it is before reaching for it - especially if it is tucked away in the glove box or some other unusual place. • If you are issued a citation, you will be asked to sign it. Signing is not an admission of guilt, but an acknowledgement that you have received the citation. While you may wish to clarify the circumstances of the citation, keep in mind that your guilt or innocence can only be determined in court. Arguments over or protests about the situation cannot be resolved in the street.
When You Are Stopped by Police Officers, Generally They Will ... • Provide their name upon request. • If in plain clothes, identify themselves when taking action. •Inform a person about the reason for being stopped or questioned. • Only use the amount of force necessary to affect the arrest of a suspect. The department does not tolerate excessive force. *From Canton (Michigan) Police Department, Crime Prevention Unit
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SHAME, SHAME, SHAME The persons shown below were arrested for the crimes listed. At the time of publication of this issue, they have NOT been convicted of the crime for which they were arrested. This information does not in any way imply or infer guilt or any actions or activities other than their arrest.
MELVIN KELLOGG Soliciting
RODNEY CLARK Soliciting
TAMMY MILLER Offering for Prostitution
ALTHEA DOUGLAS Offering for Prostitution
AMELIA KIRKLAND Offering for Prostitution
ANNA JAMION Offering for Prostitution
ARNETHA NEWSOME Offering for Prostitution
BEATRICE LOUIS Offering for Prostitution
LATASHA MONTGOMERY Offering for Prostitution
KATRINA DAVIS Offering for Prostitution
GLYNIS GRIFFIN Offering for Prostitution
EVETTE DAVENPORT Offering for Prostitution
ELLEN GHEEN Offering for Prostitution
DONCIA JAMES Offering for Prostitution
DENA DEWITT Offering for Prostitution
CRYSTAL HAGANS Offering for Prostitution in Club
Family Support Services of North Florida LOLA WILLIAMS Offering for Prostitution
MELISSA KENT Offering for Prostitution
MELISSA WILCHAR Offering for Prostitution in Club
MICHAEL COPPAGE Receiving Funds for Prostitution
MICHELE RAY Offering for Prostitution
NEEDS YOUR HELP to locate these children
TAMMY MIDYETTE Offering for Prostitution
STEPHANIE MOORE Offering for Prostitution
SHIRLEY TURNER Offering for Prostitution
SHEILA PRESTON Offering for Prostitution
SHAYLA JONES Offering for Prostitution
TANEKA BENJAMIN Offering for Prostitution
TASHA BALL Offering for Prostitution
TRAVIS PRESSLEY Offering for Prostitution
WARREN FLAGG Offering for Prostitution
CASEY GARNER Offering for Prostitution
MICHELLE BROWN Offering for Prostitution
MICHELLE WILCOX Offering for Prostitution
NICOLE BLEDSOE Offering for Prostitution
CATHERINE KRESMERY Offering for Prostitution
LACI QUARRELS Missing 2 days
TERRY NIXON Missing 2 days
NICOLE BUSBIA Offering for Prostitution
KATRINA FORD Missing 20 days
TERRENCE WILSON Missing 8 days
SAPRINIA MITCHELL Offering for Prostitution
SABRINA BLACKSHEAR Offering for Prostitution
RACHEL MEDELLIN Offering for Prostitution in Club
CYMPHONY HIGGINS Missing 3 days
PAULINA GREER Offering for Prostitution
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BRADFORD COUNTY’S
BAKER COUNTY’S
MOST WANTED MOST WANTED
Sheriff Gordon Smith and the Bradford County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
Sheriff Joey Dobson and the Baker County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
BETHANY G. BRUFLAT
Race: White Sex: Female DOB: 5/22/64 Ht.: 5’ 8” Weight: 185 Violation: FTA, worthless checks
BETSY JEAN DAVIS Race: White Sex: Female DOB: 4/13/66 Ht.: 5’ 5” Violation: Grand theft
JOSEPH W. BRUSON
Race: White Sex: Male DOB: 9/25/86 Ht.: 5’ 1” Weight: 172 Violation: FTA, No valid DL, possesssion of cannabis and drug paraphernalia
LATOYA T. BROWN
Race: Black Sex: Female DOB: 4/29/81 Ht.: 4’ 11” Weight: 145 Violation: FTA, possession of cannabis
ULYSSES BRINKLEY
Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 11/18/57 Ht.: 6’ 1” Weight: 350 Violation: FTA, worthless check
JAMES THOMPSON
Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 8/27/85 Ht.: 5’ 7” Violation: Poss and sale of crack cocaine X3
MARQUISE YATES
Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 1/7/93 Ht.: 5’ 7” Violation: Attempted murder and agg assault with deadly weapon
Call the BCSO at (904) 966-2276 today!
BUSTED This feature made possible
NASSAU COUNTY’S
Each of us has a responsibility to help make our community safe, and aiding in the apprehension of those among us who choose to scoff at the law goes a long way in fulfilling that obligation. The citizens of Jacksonville thank all who have participated.
KEVIN HOWARD VA#: 4382 Featured: August, 2010 Arrested: August, 2010 Violation: Aggravated assault w/deadly weapon
JACORY JONES VA#: 4388 Featured: August, 2010 Arrested: August, 2010 Violation: Sexual battery
RICHARD LUDLOW VA#: 4392 Featured: August, 2010 Arrested: September, 2010 Violation: Aggravated child abuse
Additional arrests in July, August, September 2010
Date Pub/VA#
JSO
VA 2157 7/06 - 2912 6/08 - 3593 9/08 - 3692 7/09 - 3986 11/09 - 4099 11/09 - 4109 8/10 - 4380 8/10 - 4383 8/10 - 4385 8/10 - 4386 8/10 - 4387 8/10 - 4389 8/10 - 4390 8/10 - 4391
Felicia Bowen - FTA, grand theft Mary Malwal - Public assistance fraud Charles Queen - Marijuana possession Bernard McQueen - Hit and run Joni Gunter - Prostitution Alan Chambers - Domestic battery Isaiah Rivers - DSP, Fale ID Tyrone Patterson - Domestic battery Ryan Burke - DUI, property damage Roosevelt Sompraict - DSP Lisa Powers - Aggravated domestic battery Jacob Mulder - False ID Earl Hall - Nude acts Christine Russo - Sale of controlled substance Robert Mildrum - Domestic battery
Please, get involved and make a difference in our community. Call the appropriate phone number, if you recognize someone declared wanted or missing. To get more involved, please call the Justice Coalition at 783-6312
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WHERE YOU CAN FIND THE
Sheriff Thomas Seagraves and the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
City Hall City Hall Annex
Race: White Sex: Male DOB: Ht.: Weight: Violation: ???
Duval County Courthouse Jacksonville Public Libraries
Arrests of previous Most Wanted Bobby Lee Bethune - Burglary/grand theft Gregory M. Hicks - Burglary/grand theft, DSP Andrew P. Robinson - Grand theft Michael D. Stokes - Grand theft
Police Memorial Building
IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE INDIVIDUALS, PLEASE CONTACT NASSAU COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Call the NCSO at (904) 353-7072 today!
CLAY COUNTY’S
MOST WANTED
Sheriff Rick Beseler and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
GEORGE THOMPSON JR.
Race: White Sex: Male DOB: 1/12/77 Ht.: 6’ 4” Weight: 330 Violation: Burglary to a structure
Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q Office Depot The Jacksonville Landing Most Major Downtown Buildings Jenkins Quality Barbeque (all locations)
Jacksonville Area: (select locations)
Burger King Restaurants
JAMES FELDER VA# 4393 Featured: August, 2010 Arrested: August, 2010 Violation: Domestic battery, violation of DV injunction
730 COLLEGE STREET JACKSONVILLE, FL 32204 TEL: (904) 358-6711 FAX: (904) 358-6499 CELL: (904) 626-0581
MOST WANTED LEO RAINS
(904) 783-6466 • 5560 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville FL 32205
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE INDIVIDUALS, PLEASE CONTACT BAKER COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Call the BCSO at (904) 259-2231 today! IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE INDIVIDUALS, PLEASE CONTACT BRADFORD COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
CONNIE BEND COLEBROOKE, LNHA, MBA
MICHELLE PARKHILL
Race: White Sex: Female DOB: 9/18/79 Ht.: 5’ 4” Weight: 140 Violation: Grand theft/dealing in stolen property
TIFFORDALLEN
Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 4/2/80 Ht.: 6’ 6” Weight: 260 Violation: Carnal intercourse w/unmarried person under 18
TIMOTHY WILLIAMS Race: Black Sex: Male DOB: 8/15/70 Ht.: 5’ 10” Violation: Grand theft
Weight: 240
Larry’s Giant Subs Gate Food Posts (select locations)
Famous Amos Restaurants McDonald’s Restaurants Wal-Mart And Green Cove Springs: (select locations)
Winn-Dixie Arrests of previous Most Wanted Ryan Scardasis - Burglary Akoniali’l Hyland Estrella - Aggravated child abuse IF YOU HAVE INFORMATION ABOUT THESE INDIVIDUALS, PLEASE CONTACT CLAY COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
Harvey’s Grocery Sheriff’s Office Clay County Admin Bldg.
Call the CCSO at (904) 213-6031 today!
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Special Thanks P.O.P.S. The Justice Coalition appreciates the support of its Positively Outrageous Partners ACS Security Systems AlphaStaff, Inc. Arrow Brick Avery Framing Specialist, LLC Chip Avery Builders FirstSource DL Walker Concrete David Walker Fastening Systems, Inc. Bob Frosio WW Gay Mechanical Contractors, Inc. Miller Electric Buck Autrey Poole Management Company Lockwood Holmes Lou Webber Tires Ron Wood Development Corp. Ronnie Fussell T & S Masonry Stanton Mills Walker Block Rob Viens J.B. Coxwell Contracting, Inc. Jensen Civil Construction Stephen Jensen Jiffy Lube Waste Management
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Bailey Publishing Bovine Graphics, Brian Martin Larry Cohen, Websessions Contemporary Business Services Dye Bail Bonds Fraternal Order of Police Matthew Leipau Longhorn Steakhouse Wayne Malone, Total Office Products Ralph Nicewonger The McCormick Agency Larry Ward Lou Webber
COMMITTEE CHAIRS Buddy Key (Ride for Justice) Frank Pearce (Ted Hires Legacy) Dan Powers (Together We Can) Capt. Rob Sorensen (Ted Hires Legacy)
CONTRIBUTORS
Kathy Cold Harvest Ministries of Jax Royal Johnson Mandarin United Methodist Church Old Plank Road Baptist Church Dennis Sullivan Fred Thompson The McCormick Agency, Inc. Larry Ward
VOLUNTEERS NEWSPAPER DELIVERY
Tom Butler Bobby Joe Conner Trish and Bob Edwards Jackie Gosch Paul Kirby Ron and Sandra Knause Bryan McCullough Clyde Mills Pete Miller and Family Derrick Rogers Phillip Seidenstricker Pastor Luis Velez
OFFICE VOLUNTEERS Fran Futrill Clyde Mills
HEARTS AND HANDS MINISTRY Rev. Deryle Adkison Rev. Larry McGinley Rev. Ronnie Williams
Dick Braendle, Courtwatcher
Thank you!
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