Flatonia Police Reports on February Calls for Service
On Feb. 1, Officer T. Amos was dispatched to a motor vehicle accident involving a pedestrian. Officer Amos arrived before medical personnel and was able to effectively communicate information to responding medics. When medics arrived, they assisted the injured pedestrian and confirmed that occupants of the vehicle did not need medical attention. Officer Amos was able to ensure scene safety, provide traffic control, and conduct a thorough traffic accident investigation.
On Feb. 1, medics were transporting an individual from the City of Flatonia to a local hospital for multiple claims of injury related to an accident that had occurred in another jurisdiction several days before. While in transport, a short distance west of city limits, the medics requested police assistance because the transportee became combative and was attempting to exit the moving ambulance. Chief L. Dick responded because of the close proximity. Chief Dick was the only officer to reach the scene, because as he arrived, the subject decided he wanted to continue transport to the hospital. Chief Dick followed FCEMS to their destination to ensure there were no additional incidents before immediately returning to city limits.
On Feb. 7, Sergeant T. Tunis responded to a medical call at a local business. An elderly individual had suffered a laceration that was uncontrollably bleeding. Sgt. Tunis was the first responder on scene. He observed an the individual had lost a large amount of blood. Sgt. Tunis was able to keep the individual responsive while he effectively stopped the bleeding. Sgt. Tunis collected a brief medical history from the individual and provided it to responding medics to assist with knowledge of how to best assist the individual upon their arrival.
On Feb. 21, Officer T. Roggenkamp conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for expired registration. Upon making contact with the driver of the vehicle he recognized the odor of marijuana coming from inside the vehicle. Officer Roggenkamp conducted a search of the vehicle and located THC, marijuana, drug paraphernalia, and a firearm within the vehicle. Officer Roggenkamp placed the driver under arrest and transported them to Fayette County Jail for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, and Unlawful Carry of a Weapon (firearm).
On Feb. 25, Sergeant T. Tunis responded to a disturbance. Upon arrival he recognized that while there was not an active disturbance occurring between the two individuals at that time, there were clear signs of distress. While speaking with the two individuals separately, he was able to corroborate the events that had occurred. He also identified markings on the victim. The other individual was placed in custody and transported to Fayette County Jail for Assault Family Violence.
No further detailed information is published due to on going investigation of cases.
Arrests and Pending Charges
There were two (2) direct custody arrests for the month of February.
Traffic Contacts: 99
All Flatonia Police Officers, including command staff, have conducted traffic control throughout the City, and specifically in the areas of town where complaints have been received related to speeding and stop sign violations. Flatonia officers will continue to conduct stationary and mobile radar and observe traffic at intersections to address the traffic concerns.
In-Service Training
On Feb. 1 and 7, Sgt. T. Tunis completed training on Cyber Crimes and Security and The Internet of Things. Both courses focused on how to recognize Cyber Crimes and the investigation of related crimes. The training further discussed how technological devices can further investigation and how to successfully use them to gather additional evidence and other types of crime.
On Feb. 21 through the 23, Sgt. T. Tunis attended and completed a New Investigators Course. This 24-hour course is designed to facilitate and train officers on how to conduct a successful investigation. Upon completing this course, the officer is to demonstrate how to command a crime scene, gather various types of evidence, evaluate autopsy information, conduct interviews and interrogations, and much more.
On Feb. 28, Officer T. Amos completed a Case Law course. This four-hour course provided knowledge and further understanding about vital case law that affects law enforcement. During this course, training and instruction also exhibits how officers utilize case law to ensure they are constitutionally compliant and not unjust during their active and day-to-day duties.
Flatonia Police Department officers continuously strive to participate in different training provided every month. Continuous training is vital because of the influence it has on the officer’s everyday performance and for professional development.
February
Agency Assist - 18 Accidents - 1 Alarm Calls - 1 Animal Complaints - 6 Citizen Assist - 9 Civil Matter - 2 Close Patrol - 94 Funeral Escort - 2 Ministerial Voucher - 0 Motorist Assist - 2 Noise Complaint - 0 Open Door - 1 School Patrol/Security - 53 Suspicious Vehicle - 2 Suspicious Person - 4 Traffic Hazard - 2 Transient Call Walk In - 4 Disturbance - 6 Welfare Check - 4 Traffic Stops - 99 Incident Reports - 11 Offense Reports - 7 Supplemental Reports - 8 Follow Ups - 8 Scam - 1 Traffic Control - 32 Other - 25 Flatonia Police Department responded to a total of 405 calls during the month of February.