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February 2008 Update
WELCOME
The Smithfield Police Department welcomes Mary Beth Adams, who
has been appointed to serve as a part-time dispatcher on the third shift.
The Smithfield Police Department is currently conducting a
recruit selection process to establish an eligibility list that will be
effective July 1st, 2008. Applications must be received by 4:00
p.m., Friday, February 29th, 2008.
IN-SERVICE TRAINING
On October 22nd and 23rd, all sworn
department employees received training in Civil Liability and Biased Based
Profiling.
On November 8th, 12th, and 13th,
all sworn department employees participated in Low-Light Firearms
Qualification.
On December 11th, all sworn department employees
received Breathalyzer Re-certification.
On January 9th & 11th, all sworn
department employees received training in Holding Facility Procedures and
Bias Based Profiling.
On February 25th & 28th, all sworn and
civilian department employees received training in RIEAS & Conflict
Management. All sworn members also received training in Hand Gun Retention.
COMMUNITY POLICING UNIT
A new Community Policing Office was opened
at the Smithfield Crossings, behind Dick’s Sporting Goods. Through the
generosity of W.S. Development, owner of the mall, this office space was
donated to be used by our Community Police Officers. A ribbon cutting
ceremony was held on December 11th, 2007.
A five-week Female Self-Defense course
for residents and business owners in the Town of Smithfield was held
beginning January 31st, 2008.
A High School Citizens Police Academy,
an 8-week course for high school juniors and seniors interested in learning
about law enforcement, is scheduled to begin on March 10th, 2008.
SPECIAL EVENTS
During the Holiday season, the Supreme Court sponsored their
annual gift giving program. Employees of the Police Department purchased
gifts for fifty needy children. This annual event helps to make Christmas a
little brighter for some less fortunate children.
In February, employees of the Police Department participated in
the annual American Cancer Society Daffodil Days fund raising event.
November
2007 Update
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On Monday,
December 3rd, and Wednesday, December 5th,
2007, the Smithfield Police Department will host “Alcohol Server
Training” at police headquarters, located at 215 Pleasant View
Avenue, Smithfield. Local liquor license holders are invited to
send employees in need of such training, as required by Section
3-7-6.1 of the Rhode Island General Laws.
Training will
be provided by Smithfield Police Department Community Police
Officers who are certified by the Rhode Island Department of
Mental Health, Retardation and Hospitals. Training begins at
6:00 p.m. and lasts approximately four hours.
If you are
interested in this training opportunity, please contact Officer
Orlando D. Braxton at (401) 231-2500, extension 30, no later
than November 19th, 2007. Participants need only
attend one of the two available training sessions. The cost for
this training is $15, per attendee, to cover the cost of testing
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July
2007 Update
WELCOME
The Smithfield Police Department welcomes
Patrol Officer Jason
A. Corser. Officer Corser graduated from the Rhode Island Municipal Police
Academy on December 1st, 2006 and is currently assigned to the
Patrol Division.
IN-SERVICE TRAINING
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In February, all sworn officers received Firearms Simulator Training.
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In March, all sworn officers received training in Responding to the
Mentally Ill.
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In April, all sworn officers received semi-annual Firearms Training.
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In May, all sworn officers received training in Motor Vehicle Stops and
Felony Stops by the Rhode Island Tactical Officers Association.
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In June, all sworn officers received training in Responding to Active
Shooters.
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In
May, all sworn officers received training in Motor Vehicle Stops and
Felony Stops by the Rhode Island Tactical Officers Association.
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In
June, all sworn officers received training in Responding to Active
Shooters.
MARINE PATROL
Memorial Day marked the beginning of the Marine Patrol season. The
Smithfield Police Department has created and established a Marine Patrol to
enforce boating safety laws and maintain a safe environment on Town waters.
The officer-in-charge is Detective Lieutenant Michael C. Rheaume.
OFF-ROAD PATROL
The Smithfield Police Department resumed their Off-Road
Patrol Program to enforce laws and ordinances related to the operation of
dirt bikes, all-terrain and other off-road vehicles. The officer-in-charge
is Lieutenant Alberto M. Fetta.
See the Off-Road Patrol web page here for more
information.
January 2007 Update
The Smithfield Police Department recently
presented Charles O. Morris with a certificate for completing a 120-hour
internship at police headquarters. Mr. Morris is currently studying Law
Enforcement at the Community College of Rhode Island where his internship
will earn him credits through the Office of Career Placement & Cooperative
Education. Mr. Morris is a Providence resident and graduate of Classical
High School. He plans on receiving his Associate’s Degree this spring.
Deputy
Chief Richard P. St.Sauveur, Jr. (seen in photo with Charles) oversees the
Department’s Student Internship Program.
November 2006 Update
On
October 7, 2006, Smithfield D.A.R.E. Officers supervised a “D.A.R.E. To Be
Fit” bike ride through Deerfield Park and the campuses of the Smithfield
High School, Anna McCabe School and Gallagher Middle School. Approximately
60 youngsters and parents participated in the event.
June 2006 Update
The Smithfield Police Department recently
received awards for their efforts during the Operation Blue RIPTIDE and
CLICK IT OR TICKET campaigns. Displaying the awards are (l-r) Lt. Michael
Mousseau, Officer Robert Squillante and Dep.Chief Richard St.Sauveur.
CLICK IT OR TICKET: The Department
received a 3rd Place Chief’s Challenge Award for its
enforcement efforts in the category of towns with populations of 12,000 –
23,000. The Department has also been invited to apply for a grant of up to
$2,000 for the purchase of breath testing or speed measuring devices.
Operation Blue RIPTIDE – DWI Enforcement:
The Department received a 2005 Impaired Driving Program Award for
maintaining compliance throughout this campaign. In addition, the Department
was awarded a Portable Breath Tester (PBT) for its commitment and dedication
during the DWI Enforcement campaign.
Operation Blue RIPTIDE – Speed Deterrence:
The Department received a 2005 Speed Enforcement Program Award for
maintaining compliance throughout this campaign. In addition, the Department
was awarded a Genesis Handheld Radar Gun (retail value $500) for its efforts
during the Speed Deterrence campaign.
WELCOME
The Smithfield Police
Department welcomes a new officer, Patrol Officer
Melissa S. Nye. Officer Nye graduated from the Rhode
Island Municipal Police Academy on June 23rd, 2006,
and is currently in the FTO Program (Field Training
Officer).
IN-SERVICE TRAINING
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All sworn department members participated in
semi-annual firearms training on April 5th, 6th,
& 7th.
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All sworn department members received training
in Motor Vehicle Stops and Felony Stops on May
18th & 25th.
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All sworn departments members received training
in Law Enforcement Prevention of Terrorism on
June 22nd & 28th.
SCHOOLS
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April
11, 2006 – Detective Douglas Cerce attended the Reid Technique of
Interviewing and Interrogation.
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May 1,
2006 – Detective Douglas Cerce attended a Practical Homicide
Investigators school.
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May
25, 2006 – Officer Gregg Catlow attended a Train the Trainer class in
Off Duty and Plain Clothes Encounters.
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May
30, 2006 – Sergeant Lisa St. Angelo attended a seventy-two hour class on
Basic Drug investigation by DEA.
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June
5, 2006 – Lieutenant Michael Rheaume attended a forty hour class on
Bloodstain Cause and Effect.
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June
5, 2006 – Dispatchers Carol Monfils, Judy Estrela and Kristen Monk
attended a Law Enforcement Dispatch Training through PowerPhone.
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June
6, 2006 – Sergeant Gerald Pezzullo, Officer Orlando Braxton and
Joseph Marcello attended a forty hour Child Passenger Safety Technicians
certification class.
MARINE PATROL
Memorial Day marked the beginning of the Marine Patrol season. The
Smithfield Police Department has created and established a marine patrol to
enforce boating safety laws and maintain a safe environment on Town waters.
The officer-in-charge is Detective Lieutenant Michael C. Rheaume.
OFF-ROAD PATROL PROGRAM
The Smithfield Police Department
has created an Off-Road Program to enforce laws and ordinances related to
the operation of dirt bikes, all-terrain and other off-road vehicles. The
officer-in-charge is Lieutenant Alberto M. Fetta (above, right).
See the Off-Road Patrol web
page here.
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