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A Message from the Chair 2
A Message from the Chief 3
Our Value Statement 4
Our Mission Statement 4
Declaration of Principles 5
Woodstock Policing Priorities 6
Woodstock Police Services Board 7
Senior Command Level 7
Woodstock Police Organizational Chart 8
Statistics Canada Profile of the City of Woodstock 9
City Patrol Zones / Police Response to Calls for Service 10
Uniform Crime Reporting Statistics 11
Enforcement Statistics / Reported Crime Chart 13
Drug Enforcement Activity 14
Drug Offence Category Chart 15
Community Services / Media Communications Officer 16
High School Resource Officer 17
Police Chaplaincy Program 18
Woodstock Police Auxiliary Unit 19
Domestic Violence Annual Report 20
Traffic Collisions and Enforcement Activity 22
Final Budget Overview 24
Citizen Complaint Overview 25
Use of Force Review 26
Awards, Recognition and Community Events 27
Charitable and Volunteer Community Events 31
Safe Communities - Woodstock Project 35
Report Cover: Designed by graphic artist Marc Scrivener of marcscreations.com.
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WOODSTOCK POLICE SERVICES BOARD 615 Dundas Street Woodstock, Ontario Phone: 519-421-2800
N4S 1E1 Fax: 519-421-2287
A Message from the Board Chair Nancy O’Grady….
Year-end is always a time for looking back to evaluate the year gone by as well as a time for looking ahead to build upon our successes for the year to come. In writing this message, my last duty as the Chair of the Woodstock Police Services Board, I would like to express my sincere thanks to all members of the Service for a stellar year. Since being appointed to the Board, it has been my great honour simply to play a role in the governance aspect of our Service, and as Chair, I have enjoyed getting to know many of our members through the numerous official recognitions with which I have been involved. Throughout 2012, members of the Woodstock Police Service have been recognized in several ways. Six members received Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals, two officers received their 30 Year Exemplary Service Medal, two officers received their 20 Year Exemplary Service Medal, Inspector Renton was named a Member of the Order of Merit, and several officers and civilians were recognized for their roles in the successful conclusion of the Victoria Stafford investigation. Our Community Survey, administered to residents and business owners in November, 2012, together with the very impressive statistics contained in this Annual Report, reinforce our belief that each and every member of the Woodstock Police Service is greatly committed to protecting our community. As well, throughout 2012 our members continued their outstanding tradition of contributing to our community beyond their policing roles through a multitude of volunteer activities. In October, 2012, Woodstock attained its Safe Community designation. This is proof positive that our policing initiatives are successful. The coming year will see continued emphasis on the sustainability of municipal policing. It is incumbent now, perhaps more than ever before, on the Board to present a budget that will maintain adequate and effective policing while acknowledging the fiscal realities of the day. Thank you to all for your support during my year as Chair of the Woodstock Police Services Board.
Board Chair Nancy O’Grady
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Woodstock Police Service
Chief of Police – Rodney B. Freeman, M.O.M., P.E.S.M., B.A.A., C.M.M.III
615 Dundas Street
Woodstock, Ontario N4S 1E1
TELEPHONE: 519-421-2800 (Administration)
TELEPHONE: 519-537-2323 (Communications Centre)
FAX: 519-421-2287 (Admin Fax)
____________________________________________ A Message from Chief Rodney B. Freeman….
On behalf of the dedicated men and women of the Woodstock Police Service, it is my distinct
privilege to present the Woodstock Police Service’s 2012 Annual Report. While thorough and
comprehensive, this report is only a snapshot of the many successes and achievements enjoyed
by the professional members of this organization throughout this past year.
A community survey was conducted in November of 2012 and the outcome of that survey reflects
very positively on the Woodstock Police Service’s proud history of effectively serving the policing
needs of our citizens. As was evident in the survey results, the dedication, professionalism and
compassion of all members of the Service was clearly acknowledged by our citizens. As well,
citizens and business owners expressed the fact they are very satisfied with the services provided
by the Woodstock Police Service and they feel they are receiving good value for their tax dollars
spent on policing.
While our citizens recognized and appreciated the high quality policing we deliver to our
community, police services across this province are currently facing immense fiscal challenges.
Considering we enjoy the strong support of our citizens and also considering the police budget is
a large part of the overall municipal budget, it is incumbent on all members of our organization to
continuously assess what we do and how we do it to identify new efficiencies in the delivery of
policing. Our goal is to ensure our citizens continue to get good value
for their policing tax dollars. Additionally, we are duty bound to ensure
our community receives the highest quality of policing possible. The
safety of our community and the continued safety of our citizens are
paramount considerations in the delivery of policing. Our citizens
deserve no less.
To the members of the Woodstock Police Service, I am immensely
proud of every one of you and it is truly my privilege to serve as your
Chief of Police. I look forward to working with you in ensuring
Woodstock remains a great place to live, learn, work and play Chief Rodney B. Freeman
for the benefit of every citizen. M.O.M., P.E.S.M., B.A.A., C.M.M. III
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PRIDE - INTEGRITY - TEAMWORK
The members of the Woodstock Police Service are committed to
preventing crime and maintaining the public’s peace while fulfilling
our sworn duty to “Protect Our Community” in true partnership with
the citizens of the community of Woodstock.
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In pursuit of our Mission, we believe in:
Ensuring the safety and security of all citizens through preserving the
community’s peace and preventing crime
Discharging our duties faithfully, impartially and according to law
Respecting the fundamental rights of our citizens as guaranteed by the
Charter of Rights & Freedoms and the Human Rights Code
Treating victims of crime with respect and understanding their needs
Developing creative solutions to policing concerns through established
partnerships within the community
Sharing the responsibility for preventing crime and improving the quality of life
with members of the community
Striving to excel in every aspect of policing
Providing a professional and fulfilling work environment that encourages the
personal and professional development of our members
Being fiscally responsible with the financial resources we are provided with
through the budgetary process
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1. Illegal & Prescription Drug Enforcement / Engaging Abuse and Addiction
Education Strategies
2. Reducing Property Crimes
3. Addressing Crimes of Violence
4. Improving Roadway Safety
5. Engaging & Improving Crime Prevention Initiatives
6. Developing Training & Career Enrichment Opportunities
7. Encourage Participation in Health & Wellness Initiatives
8. Improving Internal & External Communications
9. Continue Developing Information Technology Systems
10. Improving Woodstock Police Service Facilities & Equipment
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Mayor Pat Sobeski – (Municipal Council Representative)
Mary Anne Silverthorn – Member (Provincial Appointee)
Nancy O’Grady – Member (Provincial Appointee / Chair)
Councillor Sandra J. Talbot – Member (Municipal Council Representative / Vice Chair)
Daryl Stevenson – Member (Community Representative Appointed by Council)
P. Sobeski M. Silverthorn N. O’Grady S. Talbot D. Stevenson
Marilyn Pearson
Chief of Police Deputy Chief of Police Inspector of Operations
Rodney B. Freeman Daryl Longworth Bill Renton
Executive Assistant to the Police Services Board and the Executive
Assistant to the Chief of Police / Senior Command Officers
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Police Services Board
(5 Members)
Chief of Police
Rodney B. Freeman
Deputy Chief
Daryl Longworth
Inspector of Operations
Bill Renton
PSB Executive Assistant
& Executive Assistant to
the Administration Marilyn Pearson
IT Manager
Paul White
Operations
&
Support
Administrational Sergeant M. Massecar
Platoon A – Staff Sergeant Hess & Sgt. Thomas
8 Constables
Platoon B – Staff Sergeant Sweazey & Sgt. Peterman
8 Constables
Platoon C – Staff Sergeant Lenehan & Sgt. Fletcher
8 Constables
Platoon D – Staff Sergeant Shelton & Sgt. Butler
8 Constables
Criminal Investigation Branch – D/Sgt. Talsma
7 Detective Constables / Crime Analyst
Domestic Violence Coordinator – D/Sgt. Taylor
Drug / Intelligence Unit – D/Sgt. Becks
3 Detective Constables
Communications Centre
10 Full-time & 6 Part-time
Property & Evidence Management
1 Constable
Court Security Unit
5 Full-time & 5 Part-time Sp. Cst.
Records / All Clerical / Reception
Community Services /Media Officer, High
School Resource Officer, Traffic Unit, Ident
Officer & Training Officer
Auxiliary Policing Unit
12 Members
Fleet Management
Building Maintenance
Organizational Chart
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Statistics Canada (2011 Census Information)
Woodstock, City
Ontario
Oxford, County
Ontario
Population and Dwelling Counts Woodstock, City
Oxford, County
Population in 2011 37,754 residents 105,719 residents
Population in 2006 35,822 102,756
2006 to 2011 Population Change 5.4% growth 2.9%
Total Private Dwellings - 2011 16,448 43,367
Private Dwellings Occupied by Usual
Residents - 2011
15,694 41,554
Population Density / Square Kilometre 770.5 51.8
Land Area (Square Km) 49 2,039.56
Sourced: February 9th, 2012 from the Statistics Canada Webpage at http://www12.statcan.gc.ca/census-recensement/2011/dp-
pd/prof/details/page.cfm?Lang=E&Geo1=CSD&Code1=3532042&Geo2=CD&Code2=3532&Data=Count&SearchText=Woodstock&SearchType
=Begins&SearchPR=01&B1=All&Custom=&TABID=1
Traffic Safety Awareness Program for Drivers Grade 6 students from St. Michael’s School conducting “student radar enforcement” under the watchful supervision of Sgt. Neil Butler. Students issued “traffic tickets,” made by the school’s kindergarten students, to drivers caught speeding through the school zone.
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2012 Incidents 2011 Incidents 2010 Incidents
Citizens’ Calls for Police Service 14,520 14,423 13,699
Internally Generated Incidents 1,327 1,585 1,276
Total 15,847 incidents 16,008 14,975
Woodstock Police officers responded to approximately 1% (161) fewer calls for police service from citizens throughout 2012 versus 2011 levels. These calls for service range from very serious criminal investigations to bylaw complaints to many matters that are non-criminal in nature. Our organization prides itself on our prompt response to all calls for service from our citizens.
Source: OPTIC Records Management System (RMS) – January 2013
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*All clearance rates calculated clearing reported crime as unfounded, cleared by charge or cleared otherwise.
Crimes of Violence (Including: assaults, sexual assaults, robbery, threatening, etc.)
Year Violent Crimes
Reported
Unfounded Reports
Actual Crimes Cleared
by Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate*
2010 441 47 394 194 149 88%
2011 436 59 377 4%
reduction 184 116 82%
2012 405 78 327 13%
reduction 167 112 88%
Property-Related Criminal Investigations (Including: break & enter, thefts, possession of stolen
goods, frauds, etc.)
Year Property Crimes
Reported
Unfounded Reports
Actual Crimes Cleared
by Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate
2010 1,838 115 1,723 198 208 28%
2011 1,744 108 1,636 5%
reduction 161 164 25%
2012 1,760 141 1,619 1%
reduction 151 148 25%
“Other” Criminal Code Investigations (Including: bail violations, counterfeit money, escape
custody, indecent acts, failing to attend court, breach of probation, etc.)
Year
“Other” Criminal Incidents Reported
Unfounded Reports
Actual Crimes Cleared by
Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate
2010 380 47 333 216 81 91%
2011 365 104 261 22%
reduction 169 46 87%
2012 375 105 270 3%
increase 190 60 95%
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Drug Investigations Conducted by All Officers (Including: possession and trafficking)
Year Drug-Related Investigations
Investigations Deemed
Unfounded
Actual Investigations
Cleared by Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate
2010 108 0 108 64 43 99%
2011 77 0 77 64 13 100%
2012 71 0 71 60 11 100%
Criminal Traffic-Related Investigations (Including: dangerous driving impaired driving, fail to stop
for police, drive prohibited, etc.)
Year Incidents Reported
Unfounded Reports
Actual Crimes Cleared by
Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate
2010 153 10 143 144 4 100%
2011 173 29 144 1%
increase 144 2 100%
2012 207 19 188 31%
increase 178 1 96%
Total Criminal Incidents Reported & General Clearance Rate
Year Criminal Incidents Reported
Unfounded Reports
Actual Crimes Cleared
by Charge
Cleared Otherwise
(i.e.: warnings, alternate
measures)
Clearance Rate*
2010 2,920 219 2,701 815 485 52%
2011 2,795
4% decrease
in “reported”
crime
300 2,495
8% reduction in “actual”
crime
723 342 49%
2012 2,818
0.8% increase
in “reported”
crime
343 2,475
0.8% reduction
in “actual”
crime
746 332 50.4%
*All clearance rates calculated clearing reported crime as unfounded, cleared by charge or cleared otherwise.
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Enforcement Statistics – Overview of All Charges Laid by Officers
Year
Criminal Code
Charges Adult & Young
Offender
Illegal Drug Charges
Highway Traffic Act Speeding Charges
Only
“Other” Traffic-Related Charges
“Other” Provincial Offences (Liquor,
trespassing, etc.)
TOTAL
2011 1,232
Charges 206
Charges 1,021
Charges 266 Charges
1,380 Charges
4,105 Charges
2012 1,538
Charges 242
Charges 1,989
Charges 835 Charges
1,687 Charges
6,291 Charges
Difference 25%
Increase 17%
Increase 95%
Increase 214%
Increase 22%
Increase 53% Increase
Reported Crime Categories and Composition Chart
Rafferty Conviction Chief Freeman in a media scrum following the conviction of Michael Rafferty on First Degree Murder, Aggravated Sexual Assault and Abduction charges relating to the kidnapping and murder of 8 year old Victoria Stafford in April 2009. Rafferty’s co-accused, Terri Lynn McClintic, had pled guilty in 2010.
Property Crimes 67%
Violent Crimes 16%
“Other” Crimes 14%
Drug Investigations 3%
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Includes: cocaine, marijuana, oxycodone, morphine, percocet, ecstasy, meth & other drugs
The Criminal Intelligence/Drug Enforcement Unit has mounted an aggressive enforcement campaign over the last few years in an effort to disrupt and displace the illegal drug culture operating within our city. This important issue is currently one of our Service’s operational priorities, as identified by the recent community/business survey. Balanced with this enforcement effort are anti-drug abuse educational programs and promoting the availability of local treatment programs and other support agencies.
All Drug Possession, Trafficking, Production Charges – Full Overview
Persons Arrested
Year Adult Males
Adult Females
Youth Males
Youth Females
Total Persons Charged
2010 43 20 12 4 79
2011 39 25 12 1 77
2012 70 30 11 1 112 45% increase
Cocaine
Year Possession Possession for the
Purpose of Trafficking
Trafficking Total Charges Laid
2010 23 14 12 49
2011 34 27 27 86
2012 53 35 3 91 6% increase
Year Possession
Possession for the
Purpose of Trafficking
Trafficking Production Proceeds of Crime
Total Drug Charges Laid
2010 107 47 21 0 9 184
2011 92 56 49 8 1 206
2012 151 68 21 2 0 242 17.5%
increase
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Marijuana
Year Possession Possession for the Purpose of
Trafficking Trafficking Production
Total Charges Laid
2010 59 17 5 0 81
2011 37 12 0 8 57
2012 34 8 2 2 46 19%
decrease
Other Drugs
Year Possession Possession for the
Purpose of Trafficking
Trafficking Total “Other Drug”
Charges Laid
2010 25 16 4 43
2011 21 17 22 60
2012 64 25 7 96 60% increase
Includes: oxycodone, morphine, percocet, ecstasy, meth Source: Crime Analyst K. Manicom January 23, 2013
Drug Offence Category Chart
The street value of the illicit drugs seized by the Woodstock Police Drug Unit during 2012
equaled approximately $103,762. An additional $35,887 in cash was seized as being
proceeds of crime and/or evidence of drug trafficking.
Possession – 62%
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – 28%
Trafficking – 9% Production – 1%
Drug Charges Total = 242
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One of the primary objectives of the Community Services Officer (CSO) is to engage youth in meaningful dialogue and mentorship. Constable Steven McEwen is assigned to the Community Service /Media Relations role and he regularly engages local youth in rapport building by attending schools to deliver information on various topics to classes ranging from JK to grade eight. These presentation topics include: bullying, drug awareness, proper use of 911, internet safety, bicycle and pedestrian safety and explaining the duties of a police officer.
The CSO also delivers a portion of the Values, Influences and Peers (VIP) Program to all grade 6 classes as part of the London District Catholic School Board and Thames Valley District School Board curriculum. There are currently fourteen elementary schools in Woodstock that are visited by the CSO. Constable McEwen is also a resource available to school principals for incidents that occur at the schools involving students. The Woodstock Police Service is committed to working together with the schools to resolve issues in the early stages, where Cst. Steve McEwen possible. The CSO partners with neighborhoods and groups to offer public education on risk reduction and crime prevention strategies. He also works with various other groups within the city including: Big Brothers and Big Sisters, Special Olympics, Tim Horton’s Earn-a-Bike Program, Risk Watch, Senior’s Groups, the Oxford County Injury Prevention Team as well as many other groups and committees. During the week of May 12
th, Constable McEwen, along with High School Resource Officer
Constable Hiiuvain, staged a successful Police Week Program bringing together a number of agencies at Museum Square in Woodstock. The event was well attended bringing many people to the downtown. Attendance included members of OPP, RCMP, military police and the Woodstock Police Service. For one full week in July, ten young people collaborated with Woodstock Police to take part in the annual Tim Horton’s Earn-a-Bike Program. The youth were involved in working in our local parks cleaning up trash, painting and doing some gardening. At the end of the program each youth earned a brand new bike supplied by our local Tim Horton’s outlets. In 2012, Constable McEwen, along with the assistance of the Woodstock Police Auxiliary Unit, attended a variety of community events including: Woodstock Santa Claus Parade, Victoria Day celebrations, the Christmas Fill-a-Cruiser Charity Food Drive in partnership with Sobeys and the Salvation Army. As Media Relations Officer, Constable McEwen is also responsible for handling inquiries from media and issuing daily press releases describing police activity within our community. Constable McEwen responds to requests for radio, television and newspaper interviews, including requests from our local Rogers TV, Heart FM and Sentinel Review newspaper.
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Constable Eric Hiiuvain was assigned to the full-time position of
High School Resource Officer in October of 2011. The goal of this
position is to work with students, teachers, school administrators,
School Board officials, parents, other police officers and the
community to establish and maintain healthy, safe schools. The
second, and equally important role, is to bridge the gap between
students and the police. This role includes connecting with the
students as a mentor and role model, providing an approachable
means to communicate with the police in a less formal, non -
threatening environment. Cst. Eric Hiiuvain
The position is shared equally among the five (5) secondary schools and two (2) transitional
schools within the City of Woodstock, having a total population of over 3,000 students.
Since its start up, the role of High School Resource Officer has included both enforcement
duties, as well as engaging relationship building opportunities. In this capacity it was possible
to facilitate the creation of Justice Circles, which required the accused student to sit down
with the victim, parents and members of the school staff to facilitate students in problem
solving and in facing consequences for their actions or decisions.
This role also provides a direct link between our Police Service and the secondary schools in
developing their emergency lock down procedures. To further provide a safe school
environment, Constable Hiiuvain has had the opportunity to participate in risk and threat
assessment activities with school officials. These exercises have proven invaluable to
maintaining a safe school environment.
To further facilitate the connection with the school community, Constable Hiiuvain participated
in the Remembrance Day Ceremony at Woodstock Collegiate Institute, a soccer game
involving the students of College Avenue Secondary School, joined the Special Olympians in
their basketball game at St. Mary’s High School, participated in class information sessions in
relation to drugs and the law, bullying, cyber safety, as well as promoting policing as a career.
Constable Hiiuvain has partnered with other local organizations such as the Oxford County
Drug Task Force, the Youth Advisory Committee and the Youth Justice Committee. This
High School Resource Officer’s position and associated programs are vital to ensuring the
continued well-being of our youth, who are clearly the future of our community.
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Woodstock Police Chaplain Colin F. Nanton 2012 marks the first full year that our Woodstock Police Service has
had the benefit of Colin Nanton volunteering as our Service’s Chaplain
in support of our full membership. During this past year, he has spent
a great deal of time building relationships and networking by
participating in many of the events in which our members are involved.
Additionally, when and wherever requested, he has met with members
to provide support in a wide variety of circumstances within our work
environment, as well as off-duty occasions.
In this role, Chaplain Nanton has regularly joined our officers on general patrol, averaging
one ride-along every two weeks. In his official capacity, he also offered prayer and blessings
at the annual Lights and Sirens Gala fund-raising event.
Colin, along with his wife, co-facilitated a Police and Family Conference for the Grand Rapids
Police Force (Michigan) in association with the Institute for Law Enforcement Administration
(ILEA), Plano, TX. Grand Rapids Police sponsored the event, which was attended by more
than forty police officers and their partners. The conference focused on building resilience in
police families. With the support of the Woodstock Police Service, plans are underway to
bring this conference to members of Ontario police services in late spring of 2013.
The Chaplain continued to pursue both personal and professional development by completing
three courses toward achieving a master’s degree in Divinity with a concentration on
Chaplaincy at McMaster Divinity College, on the campus of McMaster University in Hamilton.
Chaplain Nanton’s presence within the Woodstock Police Service continues to be of valuable
support for our members. We look forward to our continued association for the benefit of our
members and the community.
Woodstock Police Motor Officer Cst. Rod
Wilkinson escorting the Victoria Day Parade down
Dundas Street in May.
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The Woodstock Police Service Auxiliary Unit has completed another successful year
assisting with community events and supporting officers on general patrols.
The Auxiliary Unit commenced the year with 12 members, and with the retirement of 2
members, the Unit completed the year with 10 active members.
Under the professional guidance, leadership and training of our Liaison Sergeant Marvin
Massecar, Cst. Don McKenzie and Detective Cst. Ryan Wright the Woodstock Police Service
Auxiliary Unit completed 985 hours attending and actively participating in community events,
1210 hours of general patrols, 290 hours of training, and 154 hours of administrative duties
for a total commitment of 2,639 hours in 2012.
The Auxiliary members participated in 44 separate community events. Many of these events
such as the Earn-a-Bike Program, the BIA’s Sidewalk Days, and the Farm Show spanned
over multiple days. In total, members participated in a total of 58 actual days attending
community events representing the Woodstock Police Service.
Total volunteer hours have progressively increased over the last three years from 1,530
(2010), to 2,277 (2011), to 2,639 (2012).
Woodstock Police Auxiliary Unit members supporting DASO’s “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” domestic violence public awareness campaign held in Southside Park. Left to right – Tyler Klemp, Scott Morrison, Jordon Vandermeer and Paul White.
The members of the Auxiliary Unit have demonstrated their collective commitment to our police service and our community time-and-time again. They provide valuable volunteer support when representing the Woodstock Police Service at various community events and are equally active in supporting our officers on regular patrol in any way they can. Report Source: Auxiliary Unit Sergeant Steve Gornyiczki
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1. Domestic Occurrences: Male Number of Accused
Number of Occurrences
Male Female
a) Total number of occurrences where charges were laid or where a warrant is being sought
88
21% decrease
in occurrences
b) Number of occurrences where one party was charged 76 12
c) Number of occurrences where both parties were charged (Dual charges - both parties are charged with assault)
0 0
d) Number of occurrences where accused held for bail / show cause 51 5
e) Number of occurrences where offences alleged, but charges were not laid
79
f) Number of occurrences where no offence alleged 677
2. Reasons Charges not Laid: Number of
Occurrences
a) No reasonable grounds 79
b) Offender deceased 0
c) Diplomatic Immunity 0
d) Offender in foreign country 0
3. Type of Relationship Between Victim and Accused: (Occurrences where charges are laid)
Total
a) Female victim – male accused 76
b) Male victim – female accused 11
c) Same sex male 0
d) Same sex female 1
4. Type of Charges Laid:
Assault
a) Common Assault 80 5
b) Assault with a Weapon or Cause Bodily Harm 9 2
c) Aggravated Assault 0 0
Sexual Assault
a) Sexual Assault 2 0
b) Sexual Assault with a Weapon or Cause Bodily Harm 0 0
c) Aggravated Sexual Assault 0 0
Breaches
a) Breach of Recognizance 23 2
b) Breach of Undertaking 5 1
c) Breach of Remand (CC - s.516; CC - s.517) 0 0
d) Breach of Peace Bond (CC - s.810) 6 1
e) Breach of Probation / Parole 46 0
f) Breach of Restraining Order 1 0
Other Charges
a) Uttering Threats 13 2
b) Criminal Harassment 12 2
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c) Mischief 19 3
d) Homicide (Manslaughter & Murder) 0 0
e) Attempted Murder 0 0
f) Choking 2 0
g) Forcible Confinement 2 0
h) Firearms 0 0
i) Other criminal charges not listed above:
1) Break & Enter 0 0
2) Harassing Telephone Calls 0 1
3) Intimidation 4 0
4) Theft (including Theft of a Motor Vehicle) 3 0
5) Take Vehicle Without Owner’s Consent 0 0
6) Unlawfully in a Dwelling 1 1
7) Trespass at Night 1 0
8) Robbery 1 0
9) Possession Weapon 0 1
10) Forcible Entry 0 1
11) Unlawfully in Dwelling 0 0
12) Dangerous Operation Motor Vehicle 0 0
13) Breach Court Order 1 0
14) Extortion 0 0
15) Possession/Use Credit Card 0 0
16) Driving Under Suspension 0 0
253 Charges
19% reduction in criminal charges
5. Weapons Used to Commit an Offence or Intimidate: Male Female Number of
Occurrences
a) Firearms 0
b) Other weapon 4
6. Previous Charges: (Excluding Breaches) Male Female Number of accused with previous charges relating to domestic
violence
42 4
7. Domestic Violence Adult Homicides: Male Female Number of
Occurrences
a) Total number of domestic violence adult homicide occurrences 0
b) Number of domestic violence homicide adult victims 0 0 c) Number of accused that had prior domestic violence charges
involved in domestic violence homicides.
0 0
d) Number of homicides involving the use of a weapon 0
8. Domestic Violence Related Child Homicides / Attempted Homicides:
Male Female Number of
Occurrences
a) Total number of domestic violence related child homicide occurrences
0
b) Number of domestic violence related child homicide victims 0
c) Total number of domestic violence related attempted child homicide occurrences
0
Source: Detective Sgt. Elaina Taylor, Domestic Violence Coordinator
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While the number of reported collisions within the City during 2012 remained consistent at 763 incidents, versus 764 reported collisions in 2011, the collision rate in the 20 highest collision intersections had been reduced by 12 collisions (9%) and 4 reported injuries (15%).
Speeding, driver error and distracted driving are still among the main causes of preventable collisions.
Above – Motor Vehicle Collision at Norwich Ave. & Pavey St.
Above - Sgt. Don Thomas conducting speed enforcement during one of many traffic safety campaigns conducted by officers in 2012.
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JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
8
12
9
13
17
22
1113
14
9
4
11
14 15
12 12 1213
76
119 9 9
Injuries Reported in All Reported Collisions2012 Total = 143 injuries reported by the 1,412 parties involved
2011 Total = 129 injuries reported by the 1,436 parties involved
2012 2011
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
77
62
5854
57
83
5356
75
59
67
62
77
85
73
50
66
57
43
5963 64
52
75
Total Collisions 2012 vs. 20112012 = 763 Collisions
2011 = 764 Collisions
2012 2011
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2012 Police Operational Budget:
Actual Budget Figures:
Expenditures: $12,725,739 - includes all categories of operational expenditures Costs Recovered: $ 1,521,381 - includes revenues, grants & costs recovered Net Budget: $11,204,358 = $296.77 per capita based on a population of 37,754
residents (as per the 2011 census).
Budget Composition: The 2012 budget consisted of approximately 90% salary and benefit costs, 6% operational expenditures and 4% court security expenditures. The Woodstock Police Services’ responsibility for providing court security is mandated by the province under the authority of the Police Services Act.
90%
6% 4%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
Budget Composition
Salaries & Benefit Expenditures90%
Day-to-Day OperationalExpenditures 6%
Provincially Mandated CourtSecurity Expenditures 4%
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2010 2011 2012
Total Officers (actual authorized strength) 65 65 65
Total Internal Investigations Ordered by the Chief of Police 2 1 1
Total Public (Citizen) Complaints 7 7 10
- Conduct 7 7 10
- Service
1
- Policy
TOTAL COMPLAINTS (Chief-Ordered Internal Investigations and Citizen Complaints)
9 8 11
Allegations
Incivility/Insubordination
1
Neglect of Duty 4 2 6
Discreditable Conduct 3 1 2
Excessive/Unnecessary Use of Force 2 2 1
Unlawful/Unnecessary Exercise of Authority
2 2
Unsatisfactory Work Performance
Other Service Complaints
Resolutions
Not Dealt with- Section 59 (frivolous, vexatious, bad faith, outdated, not affected)
1 6
Informal Resolution without a Hearing
2 2
- Conduct
- Service
- Policy
Withdrawn by Complainant 1 2 1
Unsubstantiated through investigation 4 4
Police Service Act Hearing – One 2010 PSA Hearing was completed in Aug. 2011
1
Complaint Investigations Carried into 2013
2
Report Source: Deputy Chief – Updated January 3
rd, 2013
The Woodstock Police Service remains fully committed to ensuring our citizens receive the highest standard of professional policing possible. Every citizen complaint and internal investigation ordered by the Chief of Police is thoroughly conducted and reviewed. When considering the incredible number of police – citizen contacts made annually in a wide variety of sometimes hostile and difficult circumstances, these few conduct investigations are well within acceptable limits. The fact there were so few formal complaints reflects positively on the professionalism of our officers.
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The Police Services Act requires members of a police service to submit a use of force report
to the Chief of Police whenever the member:
1) Draws a handgun in the presence of a member of the public, excluding a member
of the police force while on duty, or discharges a firearm
2) Uses a weapon other than a firearm on another person; or
3) Uses physical force on another person that results in an injury requiring medical
attention
The 2012 Use of Force Reports describing the different use of force options engaged by our
officers on frontline duty have been reviewed. There were a total of twenty-eight (28) reports
submitted during 2012. This is a slight increase over 2011, when twenty-two (22) were
submitted. The break-down of the types of reports submitted is as follows:
Use-of-Force Option 2010 2011 2012
Firearm Displayed 6 3 times 11 times
Firearm Discharged 6 13 times
(Destroying injured animals)
8 times (Destroying injured
animals)
Taser 5 2 times 6 times
(Displayed 2 times Deployed 4 times)
OC Spray 5 3 times 3 times
Baton 0 0 0
Police Service Dog (PSD) 1 0 0
Open Hand Techniques
Where Medical Treatment 2 1 time 0 Required
In each of the 28 incidents requiring a Use of Force Report, with the exception of destroying
injured animals, the officers were dealing with actively resistant offenders or in circumstances
that justified measures to protect their safety or the safety of members of the public.
Considering the fact that our officers responded to almost 16,000 calls for service and dealt
with a wide variety of actively resistant / occasionally dangerous offenders in 2012, these
statistics are well within acceptable margins. Report Source: Deputy Chief D. Longworth, January 21, 2013
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Left – Police Services Board Member Mary Anne Silverthorn is sworn-in by Justice of the Peace M. McMahon on June 11
th, 2012, after being re-
appointed to the Board.
Above – Chief Freeman presents past Board member Nelson Simard with a plaque recognizing his contributions and leadership while serving as a member.
Awards
Order of Merit for the Police Forces
In September, Inspector Bill Renton was
invested as a Member of the Order of Merit
for the Police Forces (M.O.M.) by the
Governor General of Canada His Excellency
the Right Honourable David Johnston during
a formal ceremony held in Quebec City.
Inspector Renton was one of only 50 police
officers from across Canada to receive this
prestigious recognition in 2012.
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Police Exemplary Service Medals
Sgt. Marvin Massecar (far left) and
Deputy Chief Daryl Longworth were
presented with their Police Exemplary
Service Medals by Board Chair Nancy
O’Grady in recognition of their 20 years
of loyal and exemplary service to law
enforcement in Canada.
30-Year “First Bar” Medal Presentation→ In April, Cst. Wayne Sczepanski (left) & Sgt. Greg Fletcher (far right) were awarded the Police Exemplary Service First Bar in recognition of 30 years of loyal and exemplary service to law enforcement in Canada. These officers are pictured with Deputy Chief Daryl Longworth.
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
Medal Award →
Auxiliary Sergeant Deb Klemp,
Sgt. Elaina Taylor, Sergeant
Marvin Massecar and Deputy
Chief Daryl Longworth each
received the Queen’s Diamond
Jubilee Medal in November in
recognition of their significant
contributions to the community.
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Presentation of the Chief’s Commendation for Bravery
Left to right – Cst. J. Sylvester, Cst. R. Rudy, Cst. M. Lynch, Cst. M. Blair, Cst. T. Allard
On April 29th, at approximately 1:35 a.m., Woodstock Police officers received a report of a fire
at the apartment building located at 918 Harford St., Woodstock. All police units attended the scene. Cst. Lynch arrived within 30 seconds and advised other responding officers of flames on the third floor. He, along with Cst. Allard, Cst. Murray (absent from photo), Cst. Blair, Cst. Sylvester and A/Sgt. Rudy entered the building to evacuate residents safely from the smoke filled third floor. Several residents had been calling for help as they had not been able to evacuate the apartments on their own.
Parliament Hill - Ottawa
← Oxford MP Dave MacKenzie & Minister of
Justice / Attorney General of Canada Rob
Nicholson with Chief Freeman at Parliament Hill.
Federal Minister of Public Safety Vic Toews with
Chief Freeman outside the House of Commons
on Parliament Hill, Ottawa. →
In May, Chief Freeman was invited to testify before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights at Parliament Hill, Ottawa. He testified before the multi-party Committee in support of a Private Member’s Bill calling for a mandatory minimum 5-year prison term for anyone convicted of a stranger-kidnapping of a child under 16 years of age. This was a very rare opportunity for a chief of police to testify before a Parliamentary Committee.
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Woodstock Officers Awarded the Ontario Medal for Police Bravery
Left to right – Ontario Minister of Community Safety Madeleine Meilleur, Chief Freeman,
Cst. Rick Sziklai, Sgt. Neil Butler and Lieutenant Governor David Onley at Queen’s Park
In March 2011, Cst. Rick Sziklai & Sgt. Neil Butler risked their own personal safety while rescuing an elderly lady & firefighter during their emergency response to a building explosion and fire on Victoria Avenue. During a public ceremony at Queen’s Park held in November of 2012, both heroic officers were awarded the Ontario Medal for Police Bravery. All members of Staff Sergeant Shelton’s D Platoon had received the Chief’s Commendation for Bravery in 2011 as a result of their collective heroic effort to save the building residents. Tragically, two lives were lost that day to the explosion and fire.
Cst. Richard Sziklai Sgt. Neil Butler
Ontario Medal for Police Bravery
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← In June, Constable Matt Lynch was featured in the Sentinel
Review’s special feature “Forty Under
Forty” article that identified 40 people
under 40 years of age that stand out in Oxford County.
→
Also in June, Cst. Adam Dicola was awarded the Constable Russell O’Connor Memorial Motor Officer Award after completing the Ontario Police College/Deeley Harley Davidson Police Motor Officers Course. This honour is only awarded to new Motor Officers who exemplify the qualities and skills of a Police Motor Officer. Pictured left to right - Instructor Dave Black, Cst Adam Dicola, and Instructor Stan Hazen.
The dedicated members of the Woodstock Police Service generously contribute to
our community in a variety of ways over and above their law enforcement role….
Fill a Cruiser Christmas Food Drive
Each year the members of our Auxiliary Policing Unit enthusiastically kick off the Christmas season with a charity food drive in partnership with Sobeys. A great deal of food and money was collected and distributed to the Salvation Army and Operation Sharing to benefit those in need.
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The Lights & Sirens Charity Gala
This extremely successful gala event is a partnership between the Woodstock Police Service, the Woodstock Fire Service and the Emergency Medical Service (EMS). Over the last three years this event has generously contributed approximately $100,000 to benefit four local charities. WPS members: D/Cst. Steve Berkeley (2nd from left), Auxiliary Sgt. Deb Klemp (2nd from right) and CRO Jayne Baker (right).
Below – WPS participating in the “Walk a Mile in Her Shoes” violence awareness & fundraising march held in May in Southside Park supporting Domestic Assault Services of Oxford (DASO).
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In Support of the Special Olympics
Members of the Woodstock Police Service demonstrate their support for the Special Olympics and local Special Olympians by participating in “Be a Fan Day.” Members wore red laces with their uniforms as a symbolic gesture to recognize the Olympians’ successes and achievements at all levels of competition.
← Inspector Renton joins Ontario Students Against Impaired Driving (O.S.A.I.D.) for the Woodstock Police Service’s 2012 Christmas R.I.D.E. Campaign Kick-Off.
→ 2012 Police Week display in Museum Square. Left to right – Cst. Paul Hill, Cst. Steve McEwen, Auxiliary Cst. Graham Reeves, Auxiliary Cst. Paul White and (foreground) Cst. Eric Hiiuvain
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Community Media Partners…
Heart FM 104.7
Rogers TV
Woodstock Sentinel Review
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Safe Communities – Woodstock Project. This is an exciting program that was first introduced in early 2011. The project is co-chaired by Chief Rod Freeman and Fire Chief Scott Tegler, supported by Project Coordinator Carla Garrett. A Leader’s Table of 15 community champions was created and approximately 70 service providers, representing approximately 50 organizations within our community, were consulted in identifying the three top priorities to be addressed. Those priorities were identified as being the reduction of injuries & death stemming from falls, motor vehicles and sports/recreation activities. Safe Communities Canada defines a safe community as “A community that has put the people and processes in place to address the pain and cost of its injuries wherever and however they occur.” Additionally and equally important, “A safe community is a community which demonstrates its determination to make a difference and to become a safer and healthier community in which to live, learn, work and play.” Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) generously stepped forward in 2011 with a $25,000 donation to successfully launch this project for the benefit of our citizens. We remain immensely grateful for that incredible corporate support from an important community partner.
This collaborative, long-term project is intended to have a positive impact on the good quality of life for residents of the City of Woodstock. This will be accomplished through reducing injuries and death related to the three established priorities, previously identified as: falls, motor vehicle collisions and sports/recreational activities.
Woodstock Fire Chief Scott Tegler (left) and Woodstock Police Chief Rod Freeman accepting a generous donation of $25,000 to launch the Safe Communities – Woodstock Project from Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada (TMMC) General Manager of Manufacturing, Fred Volf (centre), in June of 2011.
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In a ceremony at the Community Sports Complex on October 2nd, 2012, our community received Parachute/Safe Community Canada’s official declaration as a “Canadian Designated Safe Community”…
Dedicated to “Protecting Our Community”
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