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Crime Alert Community Services Section CHARLES T. CRAFT
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Crime Alert for period ending February 20th,
2009 Troy Chief of Police Charles T. Craft
Announces Retirement Charles T. Craft who has served as the
Chief of Police for the City of Troy Police Department since April of 1998
announced that he will be retiring effective February 27, 2009. Chief Craft began his career as a police
officer with the City of Clawson in 1977.
In 1980 he was hired as an officer with Troy. He was selected as Troy’s Police Officer of
the Year in 1986. Prior to his
appointment to the Chief’s position, he achieved the ranks of sergeant,
lieutenant, and captain. As sergeant
and lieutenant he had the opportunity to supervise and manage Patrol
Operations, Criminal Investigations, Criminal Intelligence, Special
Operations, and Internal Affairs.
During his tenure as captain, he initially commanded the Patrol
Division, and then was appointed as commander of the Criminal Investigations
Division. Chief Craft has a Bachelor of Science
Degree in Secondary Education from Wayne State University and a Master of
Liberal Studies from Eastern Michigan University. He attended Northwestern University’s
School of Police Staff and Command, Central Michigan University’s Law
Enforcement Executive Leadership Institute, and the International City Managers
Association Local Government Police Management program. Chief Craft has overseen Troy Police
operations as Chief for almost eleven years.
For the last ten years, the department and community have enjoyed a
consistent decrease in serious crime.
The City of Troy has been ranked as the safest city in Michigan with a
population of 75,000 or more since 2004.
In addition to the safest in Michigan, Troy was designated as the
fifth safest in the United States in 2006, and the sixth safest in the U.S.
in 2005. In 2008, CNN honored Troy as
the best community in Michigan and twenty-second nationwide in terms of
quality of life, which included public safety. In 2007 Research America
ranked Troy in the top one hundred communities nationwide for people
searching for a community in which to relocate. In 2005 the Voice of the People Awards
recognized Troy for excellence in several governmental service areas, one of
which was excellence in police services. During the Chief’s tenure, he established a
more personalized approach to management/employee relations. He is a
recognized expert in the interest based bargaining process, which has been
crucial in this accomplishment. From
an environment where grievances and arbitrations were often the course of
action when disagreements and conflicts arose, the department now functions
in an atmosphere where management and employees assess problems, pursue
solutions, and work through issues with minimal conflict. The Chief has consistently recognized the
importance of a broad based approach to public safety. He has supported and stressed the vital
partnerships between the police department and other organizations
responsible for insuring a strong and vibrant community including the Troy
School District, the 52-4 District Court, the Troy Community Coalition for
the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, the Troy Boy’s and Girl’s Club,
Troy Youth Assistance, Common Ground, and HAVEN to name just a few. One of the most significant capital
projects accomplished during Chief Craft’s tenure was the construction of the
new police headquarters building. The
community approved this project through a bond proposal. The significance of the project and support
of the community reinforce the excellent relationship the department has
developed with the citizens it serves; a relationship the Chief has
consistently stressed as vital to the success of any law enforcement
organization. The Chief demonstrated his appreciation for
municipal budget challenges and the expectations of citizens to provide
efficient service when he played an integral role in developing the current
consolidation of police dispatch and jail services between Clawson and Troy;
one of the first of its kind in this area.
Chief Craft has overseen a continued
dedication to professional and career development among the men and women of
the Troy Police Department. Command
personnel attend advanced training at Northwestern University’s School of
Police Staff and Command. Executive
officers have been afforded the opportunity to attend the FBI’s National
Academy under his leadership. He
directed the creation of unique in-house supervisory and management programs
aimed at not only training supervisors and managers, but also developing and
preparing leaders for the future. The
Master Management Development Series hosted by the department and taught by
an advanced facility including ex-FBI and other professionals in the field is
but one example. Recognizing the need to re-examine old
cases in light of new forensic, scientific, and other crime solving
technologies, the Chief established a Cold Case Unit to re-examine several
cold case homicides. That unit was
recently successful in resolving a homicide that occurred twenty years ago,
details of which will be available soon. The Chief has been instrumental in
organizing and supporting multijurisdictional task forces made up of law
enforcement from the local, state, and federal levels in areas such as credit
fraud, identity theft, organized criminal investigations, and narcotics
trafficking. Chief Craft is the current Chairperson of
the Metro Detroit Identity Theft Task Force and CLEMIS Advisory Board. He serves on the boards of the CLEMIS
Strategic Planning Committee, Troy Community Coalition, Oakland County Child
Abuse and Neglect Council, Oakland County Narcotics Enforcement Team, Oakland
Police Academy, and Macomb Community College Law Enforcement Training
Advisory Board. Chief Craft has consistently reinforced that
the success of the Troy Police Department lies with the professionalism,
dedication, compassion, and service of the men and women who work here. He has credited our citizens, Troy’s
exemplary school district, the commercial establishment, as well as City
Management and City Council for consistently working together to make this a
vibrant and successful community. He
has stressed how Troy’s success is a community accomplishment to which the
contributions of the police department are something he takes special pride
in. Chief Craft has demonstrated his ability to
lead, manage, and prepare the department for the future. The professional accomplishments outlined
above not only testify to an excellent career, but they reinforce the dedication
to the calling law enforcement must be if it is to be truly effective. The men and women of the Troy Police
Department wish retiring Chief Craft and his family all the best as they
journey into the future. His influence
and contributions will remain alive in our hearts and will impact each of us
as we also journey into the future. He
is an integral part of the Troy police family and as such, a part of him
remains even as he takes his leave. We are proud of him, proud of what he has
shaped here and sincerely proud to have served with him. Chief Craft can be contacted at
248-524-3474 for comments. Altercations/Disorderly Conduct: Breaking and Entries:
Paul Hobert Lowe Michael McDonald
Update:
On 2/12/09, Officers from the Troy Police Department arrested Lowe and
McDonald for their involvement in the B & E of storage units at a storage
facility in Sterling Heights.
Preliminary investigation has revealed that suspects are responsible
for numerous B & E’s of storage units in several cities over the past few
months. Auto/Vehicle Thefts: 412 W.
14 Mile Rd. – 2/15 – Between 12:45 – 14:50:
While parked on the north side of Macy’s unknown took complainant’s
1999 Dodge Grand Caravan valued at approximately $10,000. The vehicle was locked and no one had
permission to take complainant’s vehicle.
No suspects. Breaking and Entering: 1400 E.
Big Beaver – 1/14 to 2/18: Attempt made
to drill out lock cylinder on storage unit padlock. Crash
Investigations: Credit,
Check, Identity Theft, and other Fraud: Domestics/Family Troubles: Troy Officers responded to 11
incidents involving family troubles/domestic disputes where investigation
revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no formal
enforcement action was taken. Drugs/Narcotics: Drunk/Intoxicated
Driving Incidents of Interest: Embezzlements: Home Invasions: Quartz
Dr. – 2/13 – approximately 11:10 hours: Complainant heard loud banging and
when she went to look outside she saw a male subject running from the west
side of her house and jump into an older white SUV occupied by at least two
other subjects. Complainant did find
the gate to the backyard left open and a cut to a screen of one of her son’s
bedroom window. No entry was gained. Colleen
Dr. – 2/13 – 1200 to 1230Hours:
Attempt entry via patio screen door prying. Possible suspect vehicle: 2001-1002 Silver 4 door Impala occupied by
2 white males. Boulder
Dr. – 2/16 – 2213Hours: Entry via open
garage. Cans/bottles of beer
taken. Officers arrested 3 juveniles
and recovered the beer. Boyd St.
– 2/18 – 1010 to 1110Hours: Entry into
residence via front door being pried.
$15,000 in jewelry taken with no suspects. Hartland
-2/18 – 0900 to 1555Hours: Entry via
door wall being pried. Cash and
jewelry taken with no suspects. Woodside
– 2/18 to 2/19 – 1500 to 1300Hours:
Attempt entry via door wall pried. Larcenies: 3331 W. Big
Beaver – 2/12 – 1300Hours: $450 taken
from unattended purse left in desk. Coachman
Dr. – 2/13 – 0800 to 1730Hours:
Valentine’s wreath taken from exterior apartment door. 506 W.
14 Mile – 2/14 – 1430 to 1545Hours:
Wallet taken from unattended purse. 100 E.
Maple – 2/16 – 1300Hours: Unattended
purse taken from sales area. Wesley –
2/17 – 1130Hours: $350 cash taken from
unattended coat. Employee at the home
suspected in the theft. 1291
Rochester Rd. – 2/18 – 0001Hours: 30
wooden pallets taken from rear lot fenced in storage area. Lock was cut. Larcenies from Autos: Woodcrest
– 2/14 – 0115 hours: After hearing a loud bang, complainant believes she
scared off a suspect who attempt to break into her 1997 Chevy Silverado
pickup truck. No damage was found and
nothing was taken. Rhodes
St. – 2/13 – Between 1800-2130 hours:
Entry gained to complainant’s 2004 Dodge Intrepid was through unlocked
door. The inside of the vehicle was
ransacked, but nothing was damaged. Taken were 20 pop bottles, a lighter,
cigarettes, and non-winning lottery tickets. Leafgreen
– Between 2/9-2/10 – 1800-0800 hours:
While parked in complainant’s driveway, unknown suspect stole two
hubcaps valued at approximately $100 from the passenger side of his 1993
Buick Century. Beach
Rd. – Between 2/12-2/13 – 2030-0830 hours:
Entry gained to complainant’s 2008 Mercury through unlocked door. The vehicle and trunk were ransacked, but
there was no damage and nothing taken. East
Long Lake Rd. – Between 2/12-2/13 – 2100-0800 hours: Entry to complainant’s locked Ford F250
truck was gained with possibly the use of a coat hanger. Taken from this
vehicle that was parked on complainant’s driveway was a Motorola cell phone
valued at $100. 900
Wilshire – 2/13 – Between 0802-1725 hours: Parked in the east lot of this office
building was complainant’s 2005 Pontiac Montana. Unknown suspects stole the
catalytic converter valued at approximately $700. Milverton - 2/16 - 0042 Hours:
2002 Dodge Durango left
unlocked by owner. A suspect was arrested in the process of removing
items (Gameboy & tire gauge) from his vehicle. Condor – 2/15 to 2/16 – 2100 to
0830Hours: In-dash stereo and backpack
taken from vehicle. Marengo – 2/12 to 2/19 – 1530 to
0900Hours: 2008 GMC Acadia left unlocked
and I-pod docking station taken. 4700 Investment – 2/19 – 0900 to
1150Hours: 2007 Buick Rainer broken
into via rear window being pried.
Taken was a purse. Malicious
Destruction of Property: Minors
and Alcohol: Neighbor
Troubles: Peace
Officer/Civil: Phone
Calls/Harassment/Threats: Retail Fraud: 5 Robberies: Suspicious
Incidents: Traffic
Altercations: Vandalism: Weapons
Offenses: Welfare
Checks: Special
Events Information: Miscellaneous Information:
Troy Community
Coalition for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse
PRESS INFORMATION: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
February 11, 2009
Contact: Dr.
Weaver can be reached for comment at 248-349-5683 or 313-531-2179. Sign up now for this FREE Program in Troy
and Stop Smoking in 2009!
The Troy Community Coalition has
invited Dr. Arthur Weaver
back for a sixth time to present his highly successful “Breathe Free”
seminars to help individuals quit smoking. There is no charge for the series,
however donations are appreciated. Program begins March 19 / 7:30-9:00
p.m.
The program is scheduled for 7 days,
March 19, March 23-27 with graduation on Monday, March 30, 2009 at the Troy
Community Center, 3179 Livernois. Each
class runs from 7:30 – 9 p.m. Space is
limited. Call now for registration, 248-823-5088. Successful Treatment
The Breathe Free Smoking Cessation program
has been successful in helping more people discard their smoking habit than any
other program. It has been used
nationally to help millions quit smoking.
Dr. Weaver has used this program in the Detroit metropolitan area
since 1966 and has helped an estimated 100,000 people become smoke free. The Breathe Free program is a group
interaction, behavioral change seminar with an introductory session
explaining the program and preparing the individuals for t he withdrawal process. There are five successive sessions, and a
graduation program the following week. Participants are instructed how to
handle the smoking urges and what to expect in withdrawal symptoms. They also learn how to handle the much
longer lasting psychological association that can engender return to the
smoking habit. Professional
Experience
Dr. Arthur Weaver is
emeritus professor of surgery, Wayne State University. His professional career involved practicing
and teaching cancer surgery to students and residents at the university. In the Detroit area he is recognized as the
leading anti-smoking crusader, where for more than 30 years he has conducted
hundreds of smoking cessation programs.
Each year he conducts clinics for the cities of Livonia, Southfield,
Warren, and several school districts. The Troy
Community Coalition is a non-profit agency that has been active in Troy for
more than 16
years. A variety of staff and
volunteer based programs in the community promote a healthy lifestyle,
free from the abuse of alcohol or drugs.
Monthly meetings are open to the public and are held the first
Thursday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Troy Fire and Police Training Center
on John R south of Long Lake Blvd. For
more information call 248-823-5088 or visit the group’s website: www.troycoalition.com. City of Troy Police Department Awarded for
Traffic Safety Program “Traffic Crash Avoidance Program” The Troy Police Department has received an
award for excellence in traffic safety by developing a Traffic Crash
Avoidance Program for a Troy Community Coalition “Dare to Prepare” program
sponsored by AAA of Michigan. Lt. Dave Livingston and Officers of the
Traffic Safety Unit should be commended for their dedication to meeting the
traffic safety concerns of our community through creative enforcement and the
development of the Traffic Crash Avoidance Program. The leadership and commitment by our
Officers’ enforcement is critical to addressing traffic safety issues in the
City of Troy. The Traffic Crash
Avoidance Program was developed to educate young drivers on what they need to
know about certain driving situations that lead to five of the most common
traffic crashes in the City of Troy.
The 52-4 District Court’s monthly traffic school that was established
to educate young drivers found to be responsible for violating traffic laws
was credited for assisting to make this program an exemplary effort and
worthy of this award. The Traffic Crash Avoidance Program was
recently presented to the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police (MACP) for
award consideration and at the MACP’s Mid-Winter Conference February 4-6,
2009, the Traffic Crash Avoidance Program was awarded first place in the
category of departments with 81 or more Officers and presented to Chief
Charles T. Craft on behalf of our Police Department. In addition to the award plaque, the Police
Department will receive a $5,000.00 grant to be applied towards overtime for
traffic safety related programs and equipment. Case
Updates: Arrest Summary: In addition to those outlined above,
the following arrests were also made during the period: Drove While License Suspended: 4 Drunk Driving: 9 Warrant Arrest – 3 |
Events & Programs
Please click or go to the below link for community
events for the coming February
20th – 27th week!
http://www.ci.troy.mi.us/calendar/ ____________________________________ UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE CITY OF TROY IN
FEBRUARY
February 21:
Art Workshop, Library, 2 pm. “Crayon-resist Art” uses paint, chalk, and crayons in
an unusual way. Ages: 3+. Registration begins Feb. 6. FREE. February 21:
Ribbon Embroidery II, Museum, 11 am
- 12:30 pm. Complete a beautiful bread
basket cloth to take home with you. Learn basic stitches. All material
provided. Ages: 9 to adult. Register by Feb. 13. Fee: $10. February 21:
Saturday Family Story Time, Library, 11:15
am. Warm and delight your heart and
mind with stories on this cold February morning. All ages. No
registration. FREE. February 22:
Bulgarian Art Day, Library, 2 pm.
Angelina Pashmakova and an American Trio will
provide a recital of Bulgarian classical music and songs. No registration. FREE. February 22:
Adult Co-ed Dodge Ball Tournament, Community Center. Register your team by Feb. 11 for an invigorating game of dodgeball!
Register. Fee: $99 per team. February 24:
Playtime at the Library, 10:15 am - 12 pm. Chat with other parents while the children make a craft and play. No
registration required. All ages.
No registration. FREE. February 26:
Writing Reports, Library, 7 pm.
Learn the proper steps to writing a topic
research paper. Grades: 4+. Registration begins Feb. 13. FREE. February 26:
Thursdays Tea at Two, Museum, 2 pm.
Collector Glenna Jo Christen presents vintage
and reproduction clothing to show different women's fashions from the
mid-1800s. Register. Fee: $4 per person. February 27:
Science Fun, Library, 10:45 am. Explore the world of science. Ages: 3-5. Register
beginning Feb. 13. FREE. _______________
The Troy Police Department offers the
following free
talks/seminars:
* Work place safety * Alcohol abuse and
prevention * Safety with Strangers * Home Security Audit * Personal Security * Got Caught (Shoplifting talk
for teens) * Choose Wisely (Right choices for
teens) * Home alone (home
personal safety for teens and children) * Drug and drug
paraphernalia talk for adults and also teens * Identity Theft * Internet Safety for
adults and also teens * Harassing and
Bullying Prevention for children * Retail Fraud Prevention * In addition, if you or your organization has a program/
discussion idea or need that a police officer can deliver please call! For more
information or to schedule an officer to present a program please call: (248) 524-3464 or
e-mail the crime alert at:
_____________________________________________ Crime Prevention Tips
Ø If you would like to have the security of your residence
or business inspected please contact the Troy Police Crime Prevention Officer
at 248-524-3464! Larcenies
from Autos / Car Theft
Things that can be done to combat auto theft and larcenies from autos
include: Ø Installing a car alarm. Ø Using steering-wheel
locking applications like the club etc. Ø Applications of a hidden kill
switch to the ignition system. Ø Park in a well lit well
traveled area if possible. Ø Always maintain security
of vehicle keys. Ø Do not leave
anything of value in your vehicle in plain view. Ø Always lock your vehicle
doors. Ø Never leave a vehicle unattended
while running. Ø There is a trend of
things being stolen from vehicles in the parking lots of fitness centers and
fun centers. While going to these places, be extra careful to remove all
items of value and secure your vehicle. Home Invasion / B&E
Always secure your doors and windows. Ø Garages and door walls
are targets for thieves. Ø Always ensure your garage
door and pedestrian doors are secured. Ø Do not leave garage door
remote controls in cars not parked in the garage. Ø Use 1 ½’’ dowel rod in
the track of all sliding glass windows and doors to help prevent them from
opening. Ø It has been proven time
and time again that the proper use and application of physical security will
stop a would-be burglar. Ø Burglary alarms are only
as reliable as the person setting them.
If you have an alarm, make sure that every resident or employee knows
how to activate and deactivate it, as well as the security code. Larceny
Ø Always keep control of
all your property. Ø Your belongings are not
safe while you are playing sports or at work unless you have them properly
locked or are in possession of them. Ø Thieves wait for the
right time and will take property quickly. Ø Unfortunately you cannot
always trust co-workers or other business associates. Ø Do not rely on others to
watch your belongings. If they fail,
you will be the victim, not them. Ø Be cautious of who you
allow into your home. If you invite guests that you really do not know into
your home you are inviting trouble. ______________________________________
Upcoming programs at the: Stage
Nature Center 6685
Coolidge Highway Troy,
Mi 48098 248-524-3567 http://www.troymi.gov/ParksRec/ NatureCenter/SpecialPrograms/ __________________________________
The Troy Community Coalition is a
non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all
who live or work in Troy, by promoting a lifestyle free from the abuse of alcohol
and drugs. Please
feel free to contact any staff member for
additional information or contact our office at (248) 823-5088 Troy Community
Coalition 4420 Livernois Rd. Troy, MI
48098 We urge you to join us for one of our many exciting upcoming
Community Standards for Alcohol Use ____________________________________________
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