BEAT 1431 CAPS
Meeting Minutes
December 3rd, 2009
The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 7th, 2010 at 7:00 pm at Goethe School, 2236 N. Rockwell.
Officers Present: SGT Moriarty, SGT Giambrone, PO Ken Trempe, PO Jaske, PO Komo
Number of Beat 1431 residents present: 10
Go directly to the following sections:
General Announcements
CLEARMap
Court Advocacy
Reported Shots Fired Beat Map
Beat 1431 Section Reports
General Announcements
Be aware of increased crime from now through mid-January
Crime Prevention tips:
1) Make your home look occupied by leaving lights on.
2) Let a trusted neighbor know if you will be away for a longer period of time and return the favor.
3) Travel only in well-lit and well-traveled areas, avoiding alleys and other shortcuts.
4) Always keep a hand free for emergencies.
5) Shop with friends or relatives.
6) If you must carry a purse, keep it close to your body with the clasp next to you.
7) Carry cash in a front pants pocket.
8) Don't display large amounts of cash.
9) Never leave your purse in a cart, or unattended anywhere.
10) Transfer valuables to the trunk of your car before you reach your destination.
11) Never leave valuables in sight in your auto.
12) Keep your keys in your pocket, never in your purse.
13) Remain alert at all times.
14) When returning to your car or home, have your keys ready in your hand.
15) Use the panic or alert button on your key chain if you feel fearful or suspicious.
16) Be alert for suspicious persons loitering in parking lots.
17) Always lock your car even if your are leaving it for only a few minutes.
18) Lock your doors immediately upon entering your car and always drive with the doors locked.
14th District Toy Drive
A toy drive is being sponsored by the 14th District. Take donations of toys for ages infant to 18 years to the station. Toys should be new, unopened, and unwrapped. Call 312-744-1261 to volunteer to wrap gifts on Saturday December 12 beginning at 9:00.
Honda Auto Theft Prevention
Honda model years from 1991 to 2004 are vulnerable to theft by means of an easily created master key that will open any model within that time period. It is strongly suggested to purchase a Club and secure it to your steering wheel. If your vehicle is stolen and towed to a city lot, you will have to wait there to make a police report in order to claim it, pay the towing and storage fees, and collect from your insurance company.
CLEARMap (formerly Citizen ICAM)
From November 1st - 30th, according to CLEARMap, Beat 1431 suffered 76 crimes, a decrease of 1 from last month (77):
- 2 AGGRAVATED ASSAULT *
- 1 AGGRAVATED BATTERY *
- 3 BURGLARY *
- 4 DRUG ABUSE VIOLATIONS
- 1 FRAUD
- 24 LARCENY THEFT *
- 7 MISCELLANEOUS NON-INDEX OFFENSES
- 11 MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT *
- 2 OFFENSES AGAINST FAMILY AND CHILDREN / INVOLVING CHILDREN
- 3 ROBBERY *
- 8 SIMPLE BATTERY
- 10 VANDALISM
* indicates index crimes (most serious offenses)
Click here to view table of all reported crimes (new window)
Beat 1431 Court Advocacy Report
1) Alex Medina, charged in the shooting death of Derek Tate Jr. on June 6th, 2003 as the individual who supplied the gun did not show up in court on Dec 3rd. Medina, who was free on bail, had a warrant issued for his arrest. The next Derek Tate Jr. murder case court hearing is scheduled for Jan 8.
Reported Shots Fired Beat Map
Beat 1431 Section Reports
SECTION 1 (Borders: California, Milwaukee, Armitage)
1) Drinking by gang members turned into an argument and shots fired into the air at 3:30am Saturday, Nov 28 on Bingham Street.
2) Cars were hit with gang graffiti "TW" for the Talman and Wabansia Disciples.
action: Residents are urged to continue calling 911 to report criminal activity.
SECTION 2 (Borders: Rockwell, Lyndale, Western, Milwaukee)
1) A representative from Club 2047 at 2047 N. Milwaukee said the club is using metal detectors for all nightclub events with the exception of private events such as fashion shows, for which the space is rented out. They have increased security; there are now 7 people outside during events which increases to 12 outside after closing. They have installed more cameras both inside and outside and have a better back-up system. Management can access the cameras by computer from home. They also deny access to people with certain tattoos that the police have identified as associated with threats or completed killings. They also have a strict dress code.
2) Police reported four more arrests the night of the fatal shooting. Additionally, there are at least two arrests every week-end in the parking lot for assault and battery. The representative from Club 2047 said he was not aware of those arrests and will make plans to increase security in the parking lots.
3) A representative from Congress Pizza attended the meeting and said that it has been quiet. Neighbors agreed.
4) A man in a wheel chair is hanging out with apparently under-age girls and also with Spanish Lords gang members near Campbell and McLean. The man in the wheelchair may live in the Campbell Terrace building. Police are aware and will talk with Campbell Terrace's management who have been very responsive to problems.
5) The representative from Congress Theater said it is their slow time of year. They are hosting the Indoor Winter Farmers Market on Sundays from 10am to 2pm.
action: Congress Pizza gang activity and Club 2047 fatal shooting and large number of arrests remain top issues in this section.
SECTION 3 (Borders: Rockwell, Fullerton, Western, Lyndale)
1) Gang member Anthony Jones was shot in the hand, arm and leg at the corner of Campbell and Palmer on Nov 28. The shooter was reported to be a Spanish Lord however the victim refused to ID the shooter and no arrest was made.
2) A person who lives on Palmer was arrested for burglary the 4th or 5th of November.
action: Residents are strongly urged to call 911 to report gang activity and 311 for graffiti.
SECTION 4 (Borders: California, Fullerton, Rockwell, Milwaukee)
1) A Honda car owned by the principal of Goethe School was stolen. The car was filled with food for the school's Thanksgiving party. See the general announcement section above for more information on Hondas being stolen.
action: Residents are strongly urged to call 911 to report gang activity and 311 for graffiti.
SECTION 5 (Borders: California, Logan Boulevard, Rockwell, Fullerton)
1) A known burglar who lives on Fullerton is out of jail. Police will be watching him.
action: Residents are strongly urged to call 911 if they hear or see any suspicious activity.
SECTION 6 (Borders: Rockwell, Logan Boulevard, Western, Fullerton)
1) The skate park is doing well overall despite attempts to discredit it on the part of a small group. Anonymous callers have made complaints that turn out to have no foundation.
action: Residents are strongly urged to call 911 to report gang activity and 311 for graffiti
Recurring Problem Areas for BEAT 1431
1) Gang graffiti
2) Gang drug activity
3) Gang weapons violence
DISCLAIMER
Beat 1431 CAPS volunteers prepared these meeting minutes to the best of their ability.
