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Chief’s Message
December 2012
As I write the last message for the year, I proudly reflect on the accomplishments we have had over the last 12 months and I look forward to what 2013 holds for us on a professional and personal level. In addition to a continued drop in crime, we had notable successes with the second hard closure of the 405 freeway, or Carmageddon II, and the transportation of the Space Shuttle Endeavour from LAX to the California Science Center. These are just two examples of our ability to collaborate with other agencies and the community, in order to produce positive results.
Likewise, it would be impossible to have these and other types of successes without the support and cooperation we get from our City partners. Whether it be vigorously prosecuting the cases we investigate, defending our officers against lawsuits, or coordinating gang intervention efforts, we thank these individuals for their hard work and dedication throughout the year:
• Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa
• District Attorney Steve Cooley – Los Angeles County District Attorney
• Deputy Mayor Ilene Decker – Officer of the Mayor
• Supervising Attorney Cory Brente – City Attorney
• Deputy Mayor Guillermo Cespedes – Gang Reduction & Youth Development
• Transportation Engineer Aram Sahakian – Department of Transportation
• General Manager James G. Featherstone – Emergency Management Department
Lastly, I would like to thank each of you for everything that you’ve done to help preserve the quality of life for the people of Los Angeles. The Los Angeles Police Department would not be where it is today, if not for the dedication of each member of this organization. You have much to be proud of and, as your Chief, I couldn’t be more honored to represent you.
Employee Wellness
While the holiday season is largely viewed as a joyous time that is celebrated by many, there are those who may have difficulty during this time of year. The holidays can bring about personal pain to those who struggle to deal with emotional issues, trauma, the loss of loved ones or just everyday life experiences. For those individuals, the holiday season can lead them to cause harm to themselves.
Having worked the field for so many years, I know we are expected to take charge of difficult, traumatic situations while constantly caring for the welfare of others. Oftentimes we are so consumed with providing for the safety and security of others, we tend to push our own feelings aside. We may not even realize it when we ourselves or a coworker is in need of help.
No one is immune to the difficulties or struggles of those we encounter. I know all of us could use some form of help at one time or another. This could simply involve talking openly to a friend, a family member, or a coworker. Yet, sometimes just talking to these well-meaning individuals is not enough and we need to look to others for help. I am here to remind you there are many other department resources available to you in times of need. Our Department has over 200 peer support members, Department Chaplains, and the psychologists at Behavioral Sciences Services, who truly understand the challenges faced by police officers and civilian employees.
I understand personnel often don’t want to go to BSS for a couple of reasons - officers may feel he or she doesn’t need help or they think it reflects some weakness on their part. I want to reiterate to you it is not a sign of “weakness” to seek help; rather it shows great strength and courage. It is much better to lean on someone during difficult times rather than go through it alone. Please remember you are not alone.
BSS: 213-252-3090
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 800-273-8255
Department Chaplain: 213-486-7020
Peer Support Cadre – see listing on top of Chief’s Page
History of Northeast Area
Established in 1925, Northeast Division was once part of the old East Side Station on Avenue 19 south of Figueroa Street. The original Police Station was built on York Boulevard at Mesa and was the classic brick building associated with police stations of that era. The building still stands today and is the home of the Los Angeles Police Museum. Northeast is also home to the Los Angeles Police Academy which hosted the pistol competition of the 1932 Summer Olympics. Across the street from the Los Angeles Police Academy is the home of the Los Angeles Dodgers who have played baseball at Dodger Stadium since 1962.
In 1983, Northeast Division moved from the York Station to its current home on San Fernando Road. The design for the new Northeast Station was approved and it is anticipated that construction will begin in mid 2013 and be completed by the end of 2015.
Northeast Fallen Heroes
Sergeant John F. Toolen, EOW: October 19, 1915
Policeman George E. Papst, EOW: July 27, 1924
Policeman Arthur L. Davenport, EOW: May 16, 1926
Policeman William H. Marple, EOW: February 27, 1929
Policeman John M. Schomaker, EOW: February 27, 1929
Policeman Paul Donath, EOW: April 28, 1932
Policeman Malcom L. Beaty, EOW: August 29, 1966
Policeman Donald L. Highley, EOW: February 10, 1968
Detective Abiel “Abe” Barron, EOW: June 25, 2003
Police Officer Landon Dorris, EOW: October 22, 2006
Always In Our Thoughts and Prayers
Godspeed to our sworn who actively serve our Country and are away from home during this holiday season;
Police Officer II Ulysses Aceves Serial No. 38171 U.S. Coast Guard
Police Officer III Christopher Campagna Serial No. 36710 U.S. Marines
Police Officer II Timothy Colson Serial No. 32160 U.S. Army
Detective I Edward Dorroh Serial No. 33227 U.S. Navy
Police Officer III Jeremy Duncan Serial No. 34632 U.S. Army
Police Officer II Nicole Evans Serial No. 37628 U.S. Coast Guard
Police Officer III Russell Freeman Serial No. 24588 U.S. Army
Sergeant I Billy Gilbert Serial No. 31491 U.S. Army
Police Officer II Brandon Griffith Serial No. 38689 U.S. Army
Police Officer II Adam Gutierrez Serial No. 40157 U.S. Army
Sergeant I Loma Holland Serial No. 30394 U.S. Navy
Police Officer III Manuel Huezo Serial No. 33990 U.S. Coast Guard
Sergeant I Jeffrey Spangler Serial No. 35036 U.S. Army
Police Officer II Steven Underwood Serial No. 39672 U.S. Army
Sergeant I Hector Villanueva Serial No. 35500 U.S. Navy
Remembering the Departed…..
Retired Detective III Melvin Wayne Abernathy Serial No. 12005 EOW 1/4/2012
Retired Police Officer II Kenneth Majors Serial No. 11877 EOW 1/12/2012
Retired Detective II Carlton H. Lawrence Serial No. 22471 EOW 1/15/2012
Retired Executive Administrative Assistant III Martha Garcia Serial No. B8298 EOW 1/15/2012
Retired Detective III Hector Guevara Serial No. 6960 EOW 1/17/2012
Retired Detective III Ronald G. Farwell Serial No. 11119 EOW 1/17/2012
Retired Police Officer II Kevin Kirsch Serial No. 17960 EOW 1/18/2012
Retired Detective III Phillip Lewis Vannatter Serial No. 14877 EOW 1/20/2012
Criminal Intelligence Analyst Gloria Woodard Serial No. V9588 EOW 1/25/2012
Retired Lieutenant II Ronald M. Lopez Serial No. 7544 EOW 1/27/2012
Retired Commander Harold E. Yarnell Serial No. 3662 EOW 1/29/2012
Police Service Representative Latrice McCarther Serial No. G8046 EOW 2/1/2012
Retired Police Investigator II Wendell J. Ritzius Serial No. 4073 EOW 2/3/2012
Retired Detective I John Vanderwall Serial No. 17357 EOW 2/4/2012
Retired Captain II Samuel Wilson Serial No. 5812 EOW 2/7/2012
Retired Detective II James M. Witowski Serial No. 20751 EOW 2/12/2012
Police Service Representative Yolanda Bunn Serial No. G9755 EOW 2/26/2012
Retired Policeman III Donald Lee Horne Serial No. 13238 EOW 3/2/2012
Retired Sergeant I Beverly Jean Brink Serial No. 21848 EOW 3/6/2012
Retired Police Officer II Ernest Gallego Jr. Serial No. 21807 EOW 3/7/2012
Retired Policeman Troy Bryant Ford Serial No. 10938 EOW 3/4/2012
Retired Detective II Donald Kalash Serial No. 16201 EOW 3/16/2012
Retired Detective III Joe Villalba Serial No. 10119 EOW 3/17/2012
Retired Police Investigator III David Slaff Serial No. 7076 EOW 3/21/2012
Retired Police Investigator II Frank Adam Marz Serial No. 4224 EOW 3/19/2012
Retired Criminalist II Ronald J. Raquel Serial No. E9120 EOW 3/22/2012
Sergeant I Elizabeth Vandenberg Serial No. 23894 EOW 3/28/2012
Retired Sergeant Wayne Richard Bell Serial No. 4277 EOW 4/10/2012
Retired Lieutenant I Neal Lee Fine Serial No. 16986 EOW 4/21/2012
Lieutenant I Joseph Satow Serial No. 24020 EOW 4/23/2012
Retired Detective I Steve Cordova Serial No. 22257 EOW 5/11/2012
Retired Police Officer III Americo Francescon Serial No. 13653 EOW 5/14/2012
Retired Lieutenant II John Patric Brennan Serial No. 3866 EOW 5/17/2012
Retired Police Officer II Dean Cain Serial No. 15821 EOW 5/21/2012
Retired Lieutenant I Ben Gering Serial No. 20779 EOW 5/23/2012
Retired Policeman III Ernest Celaya Serial No. 7053 EOW 5/24/2012
Retired Captain III Donald Floyd Serial No. 12421 EOW 5/25/2012
Retired Detective III Donald R. Ham Serial No. 5621 EOW 5/25/2012
Retired Policeman III + I Robert T. Watrous Serial No. 4266 EOW 6/1/2012
Retired Policeman III Thomas Hartkopf Serial No. 5624 EOW 6/10/2012
Reserve Officer Charles Valenti Serial No. R0149 EOW 6/15/2012
Retired Police Officer III Danny Louis Staggs Serial No. 16006 EOW 6/18/2012
Retired Policeman II James William Hamner Serial No. 6232 EOW 6/28/2012
Retired Detective III Burton Lee Hokanson Serial No. 10253 EOW 7/9/2012
Retired Detective II John Bodie Serial No. 12405 EOW 7/10/2012
Retired Policeman Clinton Erickson Serial No. 5608 EOW 7/11/2012
Retired Police Officer II Norvin Sulflow Serial No. 6902 EOW 7/13/2012
Equipment Mechanic William Dean Serial No. N4319 EOW 7/18/2012
Retired Detective III James Gallagher Serial No. 6855 EOW 7/28/2012
Retired Sergeant I John M. Rygh Serial No. 12691 EOW 8/27/2012
Retired Specialist Volunteer Robert J. Westmore Serial No. R3021 EOW 8/9/2012
Retired Sergeant II Jeanne Marie Harris Serial No. 31479 EOW 9/13/2012
Retired Detective II George Lee Hampton Serial No. 10734 EOW 9/1/2012
Retired Police Officer II + 2 Jerry Swain Serial No. 7424 EOW 9/23/2012
Police Officer III Conce Donegan Serial No. 35370 EOW 9/28/2012
Retired Police Investigator III Donald Shepard Serial No. 5427 EOW 9/29/2012
Retired Police Officer III Samuel Wilson Serial No. 13970 EOW 9/26/2012
Have a wonderful holiday season and a prosperous and safe New Year. I look forward to working alongside all of you in 2013.
Happy Holidays!
Charlie
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