[Reprinted from The Richmond Police Station Newsletter of August 16, 2013. To be added to the station’s mailing list, email sfpd.richmond.station@sfgov.org.]
CAPTAIN’S MESSAGE
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all our community partners who are unsung heroes and were involved with the resounding success that was the Outside Lands Music Festival. As referenced in the previous captain’s message it’s teamwork that generates positive results. I received an email from Ms. Mary Conde of Another Planet Entertainment in which she thanks SFPD officers at the event and Rock Med who provided immediate medical assistance whether basic or critical. SFPD Officers and Rock Med responded to a report of a person down in the Polo Fields and in need of immediate critical assistance. It should be noted that one of the Rock Med volunteers was actually on off duty E.R. doctor brought in for the event.
This is an excerpt from the email received from the patient:
“I was the one who had the Massive Heart attack on Friday 8-11 just after The Smith Westerns. If not for your HERO’S (fine Medical Staff) I WOULD BE DEAD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anyway I would like to thank You and everyone who made sure I had the best medical care that your fine city had to offer.”
“After spending Friday and Saturday in the ICU I was released on Sunday and returned to the Festival (with a wheelchair of course) to see my Favorite Band “The Red Hot Chili Peppers.”
Again, THANK YOU VERY MUCH”
Acting Captain Frank Lee
The regular news letter editor will return next week. I apologize for any interruptions or errors over the past couple of weeks with the newsletter. – Officer Brady # 84, SFPD Richmond Station.
NOTEWORTHY ARRESTS
On 08/10/2013 at 2:18 PM Motor Cycle Officer Zukor observed a vehicle fail to stop at a posted stop sign in the area of 22nd Ave. Officer Zukor conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle and contacted the driver. During his investigation the officer discovered the driver was suspended from driving and also had an outstanding warrant for a similar violation in another county. The vehicle was towed and the driver was cited for the violations.
On 08/09/2013 at 7:20 PM in the area of 36th and Fulton, Officer Dong contacted a suspect regarding a violation. While in the process of issuing a citation Officer Dong conducted a wants and warrants check. It was discovered that the suspect had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. The suspect was arrested and transported to Richmond Station.
On 08/11/2013 at 7:20 Bicycle officers contacted a suspect who appeared to be intoxicated. The officers detained the subject and discovered that he was in possession of suspected narcotics. The suspect had multiple capsules in his possession which contained the substance. A computer check revealed that the suspect had a prior history of narcotic violations from out of state. The suspect was arrested for possession for sales and the suspected narcotics were booked into evidence.
On 08/11/2013 at 5:27 PM Officers responded to 24th Ave and Fulton St. regarding an aggravated assault. Responding officers contacted the victim who initially refused medical assistance after being struck in the face. Witnesses at the scene were able to provide a description which was broadcast via police radio. Sgt. Keeve who was on patrol in the area of 18th and Fulton was able to detain a suspect who matched the description provided, this resulted in the suspect being identified by the victim and being arrested for the assault.
On 08/12/2013 at 7:50 PM, officers responded to a report of a drunk driver in the area of John F Kennedy Drive in Golden Gate Park. Officers Dun and Wu contacted a witness who was able to provide a suspect and vehicle description. The officers conducted a search of the area and located the vehicle near John F Kennedy and 8th Ave. The witness was able to provide a detailed statement and it resulted in the arrest of the driver of the vehicle.
On 08/13/2013 at 10:24 PM, Officer Flannery responded to the area of 7th Ave and Fulton regarding a citizen report of suspicious persons in the area. Officer Flannery contacted the individual’s and discovered that one of them had outstanding arrest warrants and was on probation for previous narcotic violations. The suspect was arrested for possession for sales and the outstanding warrants. The suspected narcotics were booked into evidence.
NOTEWORTHY INCIDENTS
On 8/11/2013 at 4:00 pm at the 3100 Block of Geary, Officers responded to a report of a robbery in progress at the Total Mac Store. Multiple Richmond units responded to the area and contacted one of the victims who stated the cash was taken by two black males one armed with a handgun. Officers canvassed the area for witnesses and video. There were no injuries in this incident. The investigation continues.
On 08/09/2013 3:30 AM and 10:30 AM there was a burglary on the 500 block of 29th Ave. The resident discovered that while she slept an unknown suspect entered her home and stole multiple items. The victim did hear a noise at about 4:00 am but thought it was her friend. The victim only became fully aware of the incident the following morning while looking for a suitcase which had various items inside. The investigation continues.
Good job SFPD!
We need more arrests and deterrence against the meth heads running around Fulton/GGP. I’ve noticed less activity (read: guys with mullets screaming at nobody whilst stumbling or weaving on their bikes) in our neighborhood.
Keep up with keeping our community safe, and good hunting with all those robbers!
Did you get the date wrong on the Mac store robbery? My computer was stolen there during an armed robbery on Aug 15 by two young black men w a gun. I understood no cash was taken and my computer was the only thing they got after a scuffle. (A very very big loss for me bc of everything on it.) The owner said nothing like this had happened before so unless that’s not quite true, the date should be Aug 15.