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Louisville Metro Police Department
8th Division
August 2023
Community E-Newsletter
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Message from Major Wampler
It is hard to believe August is almost over. For those of you with children I hope it has been a smooth transition back to school. August begins my favorite season of the year... football season. I hope you can get out and support some of the great fall youth, high school, and college sports in our area, as I know I will.
I would like to take a moment and thank everyone who came out to National Night Out on Tuesday, August 1st. The event was a huge success, and it was nice meeting several people from our community. Those who attended had the oppurtunity to enjoy the numerous activities available and beautiful weather we had for the evening. Below are some pictures from the event for anyone who was unable to attend.
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Who in the Lou am I?
LMPD has launched a new online portal called "Who in the Lou am I?". This online portal features photos of suspects from current LMPD cases. You can click on any of the photos and submit an anonymous tip to LMPD if you are able to identify the suspect. The link below will take you to the new online portal.
The Louisville Metro Police Department is now on Nextdoor to engage with residents of Metro Louisville. Detective Sergeant Roderick Beasley is active on the platform representing the 8th Division. He is sharing information with residents of the 8th Division about current crime trends, crime tips, and community events for your neighborhoods. To join us on Nextdoor use the link below.
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Officer Nick Wilt
Recovery Update
Update from the Wilt family:
Since Nick has been home for two weeks now he has been doing well and is enjoying being at home. We still have a lot of work to do but he is getting there. Nick continues working hard in outpatient therapy, he has goals, and he is working to achieve them.
In reference to the previous paragraph, I want to say I am so grateful to be typing “Nick” and “Home” I am saying that because back in April and May we didn’t know what the outcome was going to be but thankfully by the grace of God, Nick is a miracle and works to improve every day.
My family and I are so thankful for the support that was shown during Wilt Week! It was so amazing to see everyone out at each event showing their support for Nick. Thank you to all the organizers and to the community for making Wilt Week a successful week. We will forever be grateful for the generous community support.
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July 2023
Officer of the Month
Detective Kelsey Phillips
Detective Kelsey Phillips is the July 8th Division Officer of the Month. Detective Phillips received a phone call from a victim regarding their stolen trailer which was listed on an online reseller site. Detective Phillips quickly assembled a team to meet the alledged thieves to "buy" the trailer. Instead of cash the sellers received handcuffs and lodging at Metro Corrections. Through the quick response of Detective Phillips, a victim was reunited with their $18,000 trailer and two alledged thieves were taken off the streets. Please join me in congratulating Detective Phillips for her exceptional work and being selected as the July Officer of the Month.
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 8th Division Crime Trends
Crime in the 8th Division over the past 28 days has primarily been property related crimes. As you can see from the below charts criminal incidents in the division are trending downward overall. To continue this trend it is important we continue diligently practicing crime prevention techniques.
57% of theft from vehicles in the 8th Division were from unlocked vehicles.
56% of the auto thefts in the 8th Division involved the vehicle's keys being used.
Making a habit of always removing your keys and locking your vehicle when you get out of it will greatly reduce your chances of becoming a victim of theft.
- 21 incidents of Theft from Vehicle
- 12 vehicles reported to be unlocked
- 7 vehicles with unknown means of entry and no damage from entry
- 2 vehicles with signs forced entry
- 9 incidents of Auto Theft
- 5 vehicles taken with the keys
- 3 unlocked with the keys inside
- 2 taken by a known person with the keys
- 4 vehicles taken by unknown means
The below chart shows the number of incidents reported for the past 4 weeks in the 8th Division.
- Week 0 - 8/21/23 - 8/27/23
- Week 1 - 8/14/23 - 8/20/23
- Week 2 - 8/07/23 - 8/13/23
- Week 3 - 7/31/23 - 8/06/23
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The 28 Day chart compares the same weeks of 2022 and 2023.
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The YTD chart compares year to date for 2022 and 2023.
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The below map shows the location of the reported theft from vehicle, auto theft, and burglary incidents for the past 28 days.
- Red markers are Theft from Vehicle Incidents
- Green markers are Auto Theft incidents
- Blue markers are Burglary incidents
 
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LMPD Public Policy Review
We need your help and input. LMPD is seeking feedback from the public regarding our policies. A section of the LMPD website is dedicated for members of the public to have input on policy revisions. Click the link below to be a part of the policy review process.
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LMPD IS LOOKING FOR CANDIDATES
WHO WANTS TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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CRIME TIPS
574-LMPD
Anonymous Tip Line (5673)
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