Reported that action was
taken on traffic and parking issues from last meeting in the way of
tickets and towing
Lt. Gross informed us of
a new in car computerized ticket writing capability in some 19th District
police cars that allows police to enter driver info once and write
multiple tickets and print them out in the car. Ticket writing has gone up
as much as 80% in some problem areas due to this efficiency which should
help change driver behavior in problem areas particularly with running red
lights and stop signs in the PSA.
18 foot beat Officers
added along Market street, called the “Initiative Officers”.
This is part of new officer training. Most of these new officers are
staying in the 19th District after their initial training.
Also reported that some
issues have not been addressed after being reported month after month.
Issues with drugs being sold/used particularly around 900 block Flanders.
Details were given about a particular drug location and car being used.
Lt. is going to talk with Narcotics detail and set up a sting.
Reports of a great
police presence and response at the Overbrook neighborhood walk.
Homeless folks entering/
exiting Morris Park at 68th and Oxford continues to be an issue.
Reported as the school
year gets closer to ending and weather gets warmer OHS kids are cutting
school and hanging out around Tustin playground from hours of about 10 to
3. Requested more police patrols during those hours during the week.
Double parking
problematic on 66th from City to Malvern and Haverford at all hours.
Police have a city wide
program to address the quads and dirt bikes. Deploying Highway Patrol, tow
trucks and confiscating these illegal bikes. As we know (and of course
they know) the police are not permitted to chase them as it creates a public
safety issue. This initiative catches them at gas stations and garages,
etc. Report any of these illegal dirt bikers to 911 if you know where they
are being stored and driven.
Police caught the
“working van burglars” reported on last couple of meetings. They
were caught stealing a refrigerator wheeling it into the van!
Theft from autos
continue in the PSA. ALL cars were unlocked. One had a gun stolen.3 cars
were stolen (one had keys left in the car).criminals know the penalties
are not severe for TFA so best defense is locking your car and not leaving
visible valuables. See attachment.
Robbery with a gun
@ 6500 Jefferson St., 4/14 Black male with a mask forced his
way into older mans home
Rite Aid near Lancaster
Ave was robbed with a simulated gun by black male w/ mask, hoodie, gloves.
6400 Callowhill St., 2
black males w/ guns, home invasion on 4/04.
6700 Leeds St., shooting
on 4/04, 2 black males with masks. Sprayed in face w/ mace and taser
involved along with gun shots. One person shot in leg.
6900 City Ave burglary,
kicked in the door stole copper pipes on 3/29.
There are 15 open spots
for kids age 8 to 12 to participate in the Summer Youth Program. It is
free and takes kids on field trips 2 days/ week all summer. Call Vanessa
Community Relations Officer at the 19th.
Next meeting is May 23rd
at St. Thomas Church 7:00 PM.