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Emergency Number - 911
Non-Emergency - 602-262-6151 (Crime Stop number)
Information Desk (602) 262-7626 (no reports or dispatch)
Information E-mail Contact (no reports or dispatch)
Police Directory (Various Phone Contacts)

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The Census is upon us!

Census Seal “Decennial” is a census of population and housing taken by the Census Bureau in years ending in 0 (zero). The 2010 Decennial Census will gather data that is used to reapportion the seats of the U.S. House of Representatives and realigns the boundaries of the legislative districts of each state. The data also provides a guideline for allocating more than $400 billion each year in federal financial assistance and also gives a social, demographic, and economic profile of the country’s people. The census data assists in guiding policy decision at each level of government.

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"Tip a Phoenix Motor Cop" event for Special Olympics raises $2,000

Diners at Applebees Tip a Cop event Kids and cops—a great combination, especially when they come together for a good cause. The “Tip a Phoenix Motor Cop” event held recently at Applebee’s Restaurant in Ahwatukee provided an evening of great fun for everyone involved and raised more than $2,000 for Special Olympics of Arizona.

Phoenix Police CPR training pays off for citizen

It can happen to anyone—and it can quickly become a matter of life or death. Good fortune was with one valley visitor who was dining at a local steakhouse Tuesday evening. His good fortune came in the form of officers from the Phoenix Police Department.

ID theft operation uncovered in Phoenix and surrounding communities

Photo of ID theft cards and printers Most victims of ID theft find out when it’s too late. Those words by a Phoenix police spokesperson set the tone for a press briefing involving a recent police investigation that brought down a counterfeit ring that had been operating since 2007.

Suspect sought in connection with shooting

Suspect in shooting case Shortly before noon on January 27, 2010, Phoenix Police Officers responded to a shooting at 1601 E. Highland. When they arrived, they found a 22-year-old woman who had been shot multiple times. She was lying outside her car, which was stopped in the courtyard area in front of the office to the complex. She was transported to a local hospital, where she is in critical condition.

Phoenix Mayor and Police Chief visit 3rd graders to say "thanks!"

“Thank you for picking are class for a pizza party. Thank you for the gunfire contest that was about guns, so it doesn’t kill people when they are in the backyard. Marry Christmas to you. Sincerely, Christopher.” For three years, Phoenix elementary school kids have participated in a poster contest to bring community awareness about the dangers of random gunfire.

Burglar killed by homeowner

Shortly after 1:00 p.m. on January 27, 2010, a witness saw an unknown man breaking into a coin operated car wash machine in the area of Tatum and Charleston. The suspect left in a black Jeep Cherokee and the victim followed while in contact with the police. At some point, the suspect struck a stop sign, damaging his vehicle. He drove to the Foothills Elementary School at 44th Street and Grovers, where he parked his damaged car. He then fled into the neighborhood.

Arrest made in Alexander Trujillo case

Alexander Trujiilo Alexander Trujillo, 40, was the suspect in a sexual conduct with a minor case back in 2005. However, before he could be arrested, he disappeared. The victim in the case was a 14-year-old boy. Trujillo surfaced again on January 18, 2010, when he was identified as a suspect in another sexual conduct with a minor case.

2-year Phoenix police investigation uncovers criminal enterprise

Vehicle “Operation Scorch,” a two-year police investigation, culminated in seized property valued at $20 million and fraud operations valued at $57 million.

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Benefit Car Wash

Lt Eric Shuhandler When: Tuesday, February 9, 2010 from 7:00 AM- 2:00 PM

Where: Danny's San Tan Marketplace (car wash) located at 2870 South Market Street, in Gilbert

Why: To help the family of the fallen Gilbert Police Lt. Eric Shuhandler. All proceeds go to his family

YMCA hosting fundraiser, K9's to be there

Come enjoy the YMCA/Phoenix Police K9 Unit Community Day at the Park. The K9 Unit will be doing public demonstrations; BEAR and/or SAU 1 will also be there, including a flyover by our aircraft. The YMCA will be hosting games and obstacle courses for attendees. They will also be educating people on their Strong Kids and Families Campaign. Read more.

Police Summary

Each year the Phoenix Police Department prepares an annual summary reflecting statistics and programs that were significant over the previous year. In an effort to provide more current and useful information, a quarterly document named Phoenix Police Digest will also be published.

Become a Reserve Officer

Service as a reserve officer will offer you training, challenge, excitement, teamwork, opportunities for special assignments and promotion, excellent benefits and significant personal rewards.

LINK: Reserve Home Page
VIDEO: Become a Reserve
VIDEO: Reserve Foundation

Last Modified on 02/08/2010 11:31:33
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