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Central Station Newsletter

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Captain’s Message 1-3

Crimes of Note 4-8

Featured Officer of the

Month

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Share Your Voice 11-

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Career Opportunities 15

Community Calendar 16

Central District Map 17

Resource Information 18

Volume , IssueNovember 12, 2015

Captain Lazar’s Message

Captain David Lazar

Commanding Officer Central Station

Safeguard your Cell Phone

I am starting to see a slight uptick in the amountof phones taken by individuals. I have writtenabout this before where I ask everyone to bemindful to not display a cell phone in public. Ourrecent cases involve a person usually walkingalone either looking at or talking on their phone.They are either struck from behind or the suspectwill grab the phone out of the hand of the victimand run off.

When I speak with the community about this crime, Ioffer ways to avoid from becoming a victim. Hereare some things to consider:

1. When in public, act as if you do not have a phone. In other words, never bring itout of your pocket. (This includes not having on headphones).

2. While keeping your phone in your pocket, keep an eye on your surroundings,who is around you and what activity is happening on the street.

3. If you have to make a call, check your email or send a text, briefly step out ofthe public view and use your phone.

4. When using the 311 app, take a photo quickly and send the 311 informationwhen out of the public view.

5. The exception to all of these considerations is in an emergency when you haveto call 911 and there is no time to wait!

Featured Officer and Citizen of the Month.

Over a year ago, when my friend and peer, Captain Jason Cherniss, was theCommanding Officer of Tenderloin Station, he had this idea to feature an Officerand Citizen each month in his newsletter. I thought this to be a brilliant way to notonly feature the officers who patrol your neighborhood, but to also compliment thegreat partnerships we have with our community.

So, beginning this month (November 2015), we will be featuring our Officer andCitizen of the month. In today’s newsletter, we are starting with North Beach FootBeat Officer Kevin Worrell. We will add our Citizen of the Month next week!

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Central Police Station

Women on Patrol for 40 Years

On Tuesday, November 10, 2015, the Department celebrated 40 years of women police officers in theSan Francisco Police Department. Although dating back to the early 1900’s, women were employed bythe Department in various capacities, they didn’t become police officers until the first Academy Class(126th) began in 1975. We celebrated this significant milestone by taking a historic photograph in theRotunda at City Hall which was followed by a reception. It was a beautiful event in which I was honoredto attend. Enclosed are the Central Station Officers who attended the event. One of the women featuredis Lieutenant Molly Pengel. Lt. Pengel is our daywatch Lieutenant and comes from a long line of policeofficers as her sister, Retired Deputy Chief Mindy Pengel was in the first class in 1975. Lt. Pengel hastwo sisters in the Department, Lt. Miriam Pengel and Sergeant Maura Pengel. Their father was a PoliceInspector as well. Their family dates back nearly 70 years in the SFPD.

See the article by SF Gate: http://www.sfgate.com/crime/article/S-F-s-first-women-police-officers-mark-40-year-6625578.php

Auto Burglary News Story.

See the attached news story by FOX 2 news last night. Part 2 is featured today at 5:30 p.m.

http://www.ktvu.com/news/48098822-video?anvt=1

Opening of the Joe DiMaggio Playground

As a reminder, the opening of the newly remodeled Joe DiMaggio Playground is this Saturday at 11:00a.m. I hope to see you there!

Have a great weekend!

Captain David LazarCentral Station

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Captain Lazar with the Women in Patrol of Central District: (from left to right: (back) Captain

Lazar, Lieutenant Pengel, Officers Godfrey, McBride, Koltzoff, Harper and Foxworth; (front)

PSA Chew and Officer To.

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Robberies


Crimes of Note

Definitions

Robbery – Robbery is the taking of property from another by using force or by using fear.

Assault – An assault is an unlawful attempt, coupled with the present ability, to commit a violent injuryon another person.

Battery - (Misdemeanor battery) is any willful and unlawful touching of another.(Felony battery) is the use of force or violence upon the person of another that causes

serious bodily injury.

*Assault is when a person swings their arm and battery is when that arm makes contact withanother person.

Aggravated Assault – Assault upon another person with a deadly weapon or instrument other than afirearm or by any means of force likely to produce great bodily injury.

Burglary – The intent upon entry into a property to commit grand theft, petty theft, or any felony.

Grant Theft – Grand theft is theft committed when the value of the money, labor, or property takenexceeds $950.

Petty Theft – Theft where the value of the property taken is less than $950.

11/5 1:40am Robbery, With ForceGeary/Kearny

An unknown suspect grabbed the victim from behind and tried tograb her purse. The victim held on to the purse and the suspectpunched the victim in the stomach. The suspect overpowered thevictim and fled away with her purse.

11/5 8:47pm Robbery, With ForceColumbus/North Point

An unknown suspect pushed the victim from behind and caused thevictim to fall. The suspect grabbed the victim’s camera around hisneck and fled away.

11/8 12:49am Robbery, With ForceNorth Point/Larkin

An unknown suspect approached the victim and grabbed thevictim’s purse. The victim held on to the purse, but the suspect wasable to pull the purse from the victim’s grip and fled away.

11/8 2:45pm Robbery, With ForceFront/Pine

An unknown suspect approached the victim and grabbed thevictim’s tablet. The victim held on to the tablet, but the suspect wasable to forcefully pull the tablet from the victim’s hand and fledaway.

11/10 2:00am Robbery, With GunUnit block of Drumm

An unknown suspect pointed a gun at the victim and demanded thevictim’s tablet which the victim was holding. The victim refused togive the suspect the tablet. The suspect pushed the victim’s face andgrabbed the tablet and fled away.

11/11 5:25pm Robbery, Attempt,With ForceJones/Beach

An unknown suspect approached the victim and asked for the time.When the victim took out his cell phone to check the time, thesuspect grabbed the victim’s cell phone. The victim held on to thecell phone and struggled with the suspect. The victim was able tohold on to the cell phone and the suspect fled away.

11/11 10:10pm Robbery, With ForceCalifornia/Battery

Two unknown suspects approached the victim from behind andgrabbed her purse. The victim held on to the purse and struggledwith the suspects. The suspects was able to pull the purse awayfrom the victim and fled away.

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Narcotics Related

Assault/Battery/Violent Crimes

Theft/Shoplifting


11/5 12:35pm Possession ofNarcoticsClay/Davis

Possession of suspected narcotics. Arrest made.

11/11 8:03am Possession ofMarijuana500 block of Taylor

Possession of suspected marijuana. Arrest made.

11/8 10:49am BatteryDrumm/Sacramento

The suspect yelled and spat at the victim as he walked by. Thesuspect also had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

11/9 2:15am Battery500 block of Market

The suspect approached the victim as he was making a deliveryand punched the victim on the side of the face. Citation issued.

11/5 5:00pm Theft, Pickpocket200 block of Geary

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet from the victim’s pursewhile on the bus.

11/5 6:15pm Theft, From BuildingUnit block of NewMontgomery

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s unattended cell phone fromthe victim’s desk.

11/6 3:56pm Theft, PickpocketKearny/Geary

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet from the victim’s jacketpocket while on the bus.

11/6 7:20pm Theft, From Building200 block of Grant

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole a pair of jeans anda shirt. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store.Citation issued.


An unknown suspect stole a can of cleaning and disinfectant sprayfrom the building’s hallway.

11/7 12:30pm Theft, From Building500 block ofBroadway

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet which was placed onthe counter.

11/7 4:45pm Theft, ShopliftingUnit block ofO’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing. The suspect wasstopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

11/7 6:00pm Theft, VehicleMontgomery/Greenwich

Stolen vehicle.

11/7 7:00pm Theft, VehicleTaylor/North Point

Stolen vehicle.

11/7 8:00pm Theft, From Building500 block of Taylor

An unknown suspect entered the unlocked office and stole thevictim’s purse, containing a laptop, money and credit cards.

11/7 10:00pm Theft, Vehicle400 block ofLombard

Stolen vehicle.

11/7 10:00pm Theft, Vehicle1000 block ofMontgomery

Stolen vehicle.

11/7 11:20pm Theft, From LockedVehicleUnit block of Beach

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front window andstole passports, tablet and wallet.

11/8 1:10am Theft, From Building1300 block of Jones

An unknown suspect followed residence into the apartment lobbyand stole packages.

11/8 2:00pm Theft, From Building100 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet from the victim’sunsecured purse which was hanging on a chair behind the victim.

11/8 2:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicleSutter/Larkin

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window andstole a luggage and computer bag, containing a laptop, money,passport, clothing and toiletries.

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The two suspects entered the store and stole fragrances. Thesuspects were stopped by security outside of the store. One of thesuspects also had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made and citationissued.

11/8 4:06pm Theft, Shoplifting300 block of Post

The suspect entered the store and stole a necklace. The suspect wasstopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

11/8 6:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicle100 block ofFrancisco

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stoleearthquake supplies.

11/8 6:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicle800 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window andstole a suitcase, containing a firearm and clothing.


An unknown suspect stole the victim’s jacket, containing a passportin the pocket, which was hung unattended at the bar.

11/9 8:00am Theft, From LockedVehicleBush/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side windows andstole a violin, bows and hats.

11/9 10:15am Theft, From Building400 block of Pine

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s vest and shoulder bag whichwere hung on a wall near the back of the store.

11/9 11:00am Theft, Attempt, FromBuilding200 block of Grant

An unknown suspect entered the store and took the laptop from thecounter. The employee told the suspect to put the laptop back andthe suspect put it back. As the suspect walked towards the exit, thesuspect picked up items off the shelves. The employee told thesuspect to put the items back and the suspect put the items backand left.

11/9 11:00am Theft, Shoplifting100 block of Battery

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole eyeglasses.

11/9 5:50pm Theft, PickpocketPowell/O’Farrell

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s smaller purse which was insidethe victim’s larger purse while on the bus.


The suspect entered the store and stole a backpack and clothing.The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citationissued.

11/9 11:01pm Theft, Attempt,BicycleMarket/Montgomery

The suspect used a grinder and tried to cut a bicycle lock used tolock a bicycle to a bike rack. Arrest made.

11/10 10:00am Theft, VehicleWashington/Battery

Stolen vehicle.

11/10 11:45am Theft, From LockedVehicleUnit block of Bay

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side windows and stole aluggage and handbag, containing a laptop, tablet, camera andmoney.

11/10 12:00pm Theft, Shoplifting100 block ofO’Farrell

The two suspects entered the store and stole clothing. The suspectswere stopped by security outside of the store. Citations issued.

11/10 12:30pm Theft, From LockedVehiclePier 39

An unknown suspect stole a laptop, tablet and passport from thevehicle. It is unknown how the suspect gain entry to the vehicle.

11/10 4:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicle300 block of Beach

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window andstole suitcases and backpacks, containing a tablet, clothing andtoiletries.

11/10 5:30pm Theft, Shoplifting100 block ofO’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing and cosmetics. Thesuspect was stopped by security outside of the store. The suspectalso had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

11/10 6:30pm Theft, From BuildingUnit block of 3rd

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s purse which was placed underthe table where the victim was sitting.

11/11 5:30am Theft, From LockedVehicle100 block ofCalifornia

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole abackpack, containing a laptop, tablet and wallet.

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Miscellaneous


11/11 9:00am Theft, Attempt, FromLocked VehicleSansome/Lombard

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window, but was stoppedby people passing by from taking items from the vehicle.

11/11 11:00am Theft, ShopliftingUnit block ofO’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing. The suspect wasstopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

11/11 11:48am Theft, Attempt, FromLocked VehicleChestnut/Leavenworth

Two unknown suspects were manipulating a key into the vehicledoor lock as the victim was approaching the vehicle. The suspectssaw the victim and fled away.


The suspect entered the store and stole sunglasses and a hat. Thesuspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citationissued.

11/11 4:30pm Theft, From BuildingFerry Building

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet which was placed ontop of the victim’s suitcase next to the victim.

11/11 5:58pm Theft, Shoplifting2700 block of Taylor

A group of unknown suspects entered the store and stole jeans.

11/11 6:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicleNorth Point/Grant

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole a laptop.

11/11 9:00pm Theft, Attempt, FromLocked Vehicle1000 block of Hyde

Two unknown suspects were prying the passenger side frontwindow as the victim was approaching the vehicle. The suspects sawthe victim and fled away. The passenger side front window wascracked by the suspects.

11/11 10:00pm Theft, From Building100 block ofCalifornia

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s paper bag, containing asweater, which was placed on the ground next to the victim.

11/5 9:38am Warrant ArrestFern/Larkin

The two suspects were obstructing the sidewalk. A computer checkshows the suspects had an outstanding warrant. Arrests made.

11/5 1:38pm Recovered Vehicle1400 block of Larkin

Recovered vehicle.

11/5 8:28pm Recovered Vehicle1000 block ofJackson

Recovered vehicle.

11/6 12:20am ArsonUnit block ofO’Farrell

An unknown suspect set a recycle bin on the sidewalk on fire.

11/6 12:37am Arson200 block of Geary

An unknown suspect set a garbage bin on the sidewalk on fire.

11/6 8:30am Burglary, Residence1200 block ofCalifornia

An unknown suspect pried open the front door and stole tablets,laptop and camera.

11/6 1:30pm Vandalism, Graffiti300 block of Pine

The suspect used a Sharpie and tagged the wall of the building.Arrest made.

11/7 1:34am Vandalism,Commercial500 block ofCalifornia

The suspect threw a wine bottle through the front window of thehotel. Arrest made.

11/7 2:06am Burglary, Residence700 block of Pacific

An unknown suspect entered through an unlocked window and stoleTVs, game system, shoes and money.

11/7 9:11am Warrant Arrest1200 block ofStockton

The suspect was throwing restaurant paper menus on the sidewalk.A computer check shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant.Arrest made.

11/8 4:56am Recovered VehicleVallejo/Sansome

Recovered vehicle.

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11/8 11:58am Resisting ArrestMason/Jefferson

The suspect was intoxicated and sleeping on the sidewalk. Thesuspect was also in possession of a vest belonging to SFMTA. Thesuspect refused to return the vest and resisted arrest. Citationissued.

11/9 7:10am Vandalism, Property1000 block of Taylor

An unknown suspect shot paint balls at the stop sign and firehydrant.

11/9 2:40pm Vandalism,CommercialUnit block ofCalifornia

The suspect was acting erratic and aggressive. The suspect was toldto leave, but before leaving, the suspect punched two computermonitors and knocked over a computer tower. Arrest made.

11/9 3:08pm Warrant ArrestColumbus/Stockton

The suspect was yelling at people passing by. A computer checkshows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

11/9 8:00pm Arson1400 block of Clay

A fire was started by cigarettes left in the hallway by an unknownsuspect.

11/10 10:03am Recovered VehicleUnit block of Green

Recovered vehicle.

11/10 12:35pm Warrant Arrest1400 block of Clay

The suspect was sleeping on the sidewalk. A computer check showsthe suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

11/11 2:25am Vandalism, GraffitiGeary/Larkin

Four unknown suspects spray painted on the metal roll up door andwall of the building.

11/11 6:00am Trespassing400 block ofStockton

The suspect was encamped in the stairwell of the building. Citationissued.

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Each month Central Police Station features one of its officers in an

effort to learn more about the men and women who police our

neighborhood. This month, we interviewed Officer Kevin Worrell, a

13-year member of Central Police Station.

Officer Kevin Worrell was born in Redwood City, CA and grew up in South San Francisco, CA.Officer Worrell attended Mills High School where he was an avid softball player and waterpolo player. He later attended the College of San Mateo.

On 09/18/2000, Officer Worrell entered the San Francisco Police Academy as a member ofthe 198th recruit class, to follow in his Grandfather’s footsteps. After graduating from the SanFrancisco Police Academy, Officer Worrell went to Mission Station for his field training. Aftercompleting his field training, Officer Worrell went to Ingleside Station for his probation station.When Officer Worrell’s probation period was over, he received the wonderful news that hewas going to Central Station for his permanent station. Some Officers wait 6-8 years to get toCentral Station, Officer Worrell felt like he had hit the jackpot!

Officer Worrell has really enjoyed his time here at Central Station. Not only is he a greatasset to our station but to our entire department. Officer Worrell is the North Beach foot beatofficer and you can often see him walking around the neighborhood with his big friendly smile.Officer Worrell is also the Commissioner of the San Francisco Police Department SoftballLeague.

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Continued from page 10

1. How long have been a Police Officer?

15 years

2. Why did you become a Police Officer?

Two of my childhood friends became addicted to methamphetamine and I despised it. So Iwanted to be a Police Officer so I could make a difference and make people aware of the lifechanging affects of drugs.

3. What is your favorite part about being a Police Officer in the Central?

Living the dream of walking the North Beach Foot Beat, it was my dream job from the moment Icame to Central 13 years ago.

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CENTRAL COMMUNITY CALENDER

Community Meeting Location:

North Beach Library

850 Columbus Avenue

6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

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Central Police District MapThe CENTRAL DISTRICT commences at a point on the water north of where Mission St. intersects with TheEmbarcadero and proceeding west on Mission St. (excluding both sides) to 3rd St.; north on 3rd St. (includingboth sides) to Market St.; west on Market St. (excluding both sides) to Powell St.; north on Powell St.(including both sides) to Geary St.; west on Geary St. (including both sides) to Larkin St.; north on Larkin St.(including both sides) to Bay St.; west on Bay St. (including both sides) to Van Ness Ave.; north on Van NessAve. (including both sides), and continuing north on the Municipal Pier Access Road (including both sides) toa point on the water just west of the Municipal Pier; east and south from a point on the water just west of theMunicipal Pier, following the shoreline, to the origin at a point on the water north of where Mission St.intersects with The Embarcadero.

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EMERGENCY: 911

Non-Emergency: 553-0123

Cell Phone 911: 911

Customer Service Center: 311

Central Station: 315-2400

Captain David Lazar 315-2480 [email protected]

Lt. Michael Serujo –Investigations

315-2400 [email protected]

Lt. Molly Pengel (Days)

Lt. Jody Kato



Lt. Brien Hoo (Nights) 315-2400 [email protected]

Lt. Samuel Christ (Nights) 315-2400 [email protected]

Anonymous Tip-Line 392-2623

S.A.F.E. 553-1984

Website: www.centralpolicestation.org

SFPD Tip Line:

Chinese Tip Line:

575-4444

315-2435

Text a Tip: 847411 (Tip 411)

Blessing Scam Hotline: 553-9219

Graffiti Abatement: 850-6951

Central Events: 315-2440 – Sergeant Patrick Tobin

Central Permits: 315-2423 – Officer Steve Matthias

Code Abatement: 315-2417 – Sergeant Alex Takaoka

Deputy City Attorney: 554-3820 – Jill Cannon

Dept. of Parking & Traffic: 553-1943

DPW Dispatch 695-2020

Homeless Issues: 315-2400 – Officer Eric Caracciolo &Damien Fahey

Chinatown Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Howard Chu, SamYuen, David On & Danny Guo

Union Square Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Tom Cunnane,Johnathon Ng, Tiffany Gunter, JamesHoran, Timothy Whatley & AndrewRechsteiner

Fisherman’s Wharf Beat: 315-2400/273-9515 – Officers JohnVan Koll, Nicholas Stewart, RobertClendenen & Kresley Wallace

North Beach Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Kevin Worrell, RayPascua, Mark Alvarez & John Torrise

Ping Yuen: 315-2400 – Officers Mark Milligan,Reginald Pena, Minh Du & FerdinandDimapasoc

We, the members of the SanFrancisco Police Department, arecommitted to excellence in lawenforcement and are dedicated to thepeople, traditions and diversity of ourCity. In order to protect life andproperty, prevent crime and reduce thefear of crime, we will provide servicewith understanding, response withcompassion, performance withintegrity and law enforcement withvision.

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