ODS in the Community
 ODS Officers, along with TPD Explorers, participated in the El Pueblo Back to School event on July 20, 2024.
 On August 15, 2024, ODS Officers participated in Toys for Tots at Pio Decimo and Pusch Ridge Christian Academy, South.
Crime Prevention Tip
Back to school means students with bikes and that, unfortunately, brings out bike thieves.
So, how can you make your bike less of a target?
- Always lock your bike, no matter how long you'll be away from it or how much (or little) it cost.
- Lock the most expensive parts and take anything that's easily removed with you.
- Use a lock that can't easily be cut with bolt cutters or a hacksaw. Better yet, use two.
In case your bike is stolen, report it. Chances of recovery are not great, but they're nonexistent if you don't report. These steps may help.
- Photograph your bike and write down its serial number.
- Consider getting a bike GPS tracker and bike insurance.
Don't confront a thief, either in the act or later, if you see your bike being offered for sale online. Call the police. You may love your bike, but it's not worth your life.
For more information, check out: https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/how-to-prevent-bike-theft/
and https://www.cyclingnews.com/features/how-to-lock-a-bike-tips-on-proper-practice-to-prevent-bike-theft/
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Member Highlight
Sergeants Jon Zaugra, Baron Carson, and Brandon Bermudez
Lead Police Officers J.J. Flores and Roman Acosta
Officers Ray Vega, John Knowlton, Lydia Haley, Dan Garrison, Eduardo Dauz, Victor Castillo, Robert Borquez, Weston Birch, and Lizbeth Aguirre
K9 Officer Anthony Gutierrez
The above-listed officers from Operations Division South, as well as K9 Officer Gutierrez from TPD's Specialized Response Division, are to be commended for their work in apprehending a dangerous suspect.
On August 8, 2024, officers from Operations Division South responded to the area of Irvington and Park for a report of a male suspect with a firearm. The caller provided a description of the suspect as he saw him place a firearm into a bag. ODS personnel quickly ascertained that the male was possibly associated with an armed robbery that occurred the day before, where an AR-15 style rifle was used to rob a female. That incident occurred on a busy street in broad daylight, which highlighted the brazen behavior of the suspect.
Officers responded without the use of Code 3 equipment (lights and siren) to avoid escalation. The first responding officer located a male matching the suspect's description at the bus stop and advised responding units. Officers waited until they had sufficient resources and then quickly detained the male without incident or use of force. The suspect was in possession of a firearm that matched the one used in the previous armed robbery. He was also wearing shoes identical to the ones in that incident. He was taken to the downtown station, interviewed by detectives, and booked into jail for one count each of armed robbery, aggravated robbery, and aggravated assault.
This incident demonstrates the professionalism of our officers, successfully bringing in a violent offender without the use of force.
September Events
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September 3, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Social Media Awareness Presentation
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Challenger Middle School, 100 E Elvira St
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September 5, 8:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Social Media Awareness Presentation
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Wakefield Middle School, 101 W 44th St
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September 17, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Health & Wellness Fair
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Cherry Avenue Recreation Center, 5085 S Cherry Ave
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September 21, 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Rose Neighborhood Fiesta
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Rose Neighborhood Association, Rodeo Wash Greenway Park
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