Virginia Beach Police Department

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2014 Annual Report
James A. Cervera
Chief of Police
www.vbgov.com/Police
an accredited Law Enforcement Agency
Mayor
William D. Sessoms, Jr
.
City Manager
James K. Spore
Chief of Police
James A. Cervera
Prepared by:
Support Division Manager
C. Thomas Mitchell
Office of Planning & Analysis
Planning & Analysis
Coordinator
Afton M. Oglesby
Project Staff
Kelly E. Hungerford
Jennifer M. Johnston
Brad A. Rollins
s
Table of Contents
Letter from the Chief
4
Mission Statement, Vision, & Core Values
5
Organizational Chart
6-7
Personnel & Budget Information
8-9
Internal Awards
10
External Awards
11
Retirements, Promotions, & Degrees
12
City Map
13
Department Highlights
14-26
Reported Crimes
27-32
Arrests33
National Crime Rate Comparison
34
Regional Crime Rate Comparison
35
Calls for Service
36-40
Traffic41-45
A Year in Pictures
46
Special Thanks to....
City Photographer Craig McClure and all the other department members who supplied images for this
report.
Police Payroll, Lieutenant R. B. Hatfield, Emergency Communications & Citizen Services, Weldon Cooper
Center for Public Service, the police departments of South Hampton Roads, and the FBI for providing data
and/or support in the production of this report.
DEPARTMENT OF POLICE
OFFICE OF THE CHIEF OF POLICE
(757) 385-4141
FAX (757) 427-9163
MUNICIPAL CENTER
BUILDING 11
2509 PRINCESS ANNE ROAD
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456-9064
Dear Mr. Spore:
I am pleased to present you with the 2014 Annual Report. This report provides selected highlights of the
many accomplishments, initiatives, and programs involving the dedicated men and women of the Virginia
Beach Police Department. The report also includes a statistical review of reported crime, calls for service,
traffic data, and crashes.
The Department achieved many accomplishments this past year. The Traffic Safety Unit placed 2nd in the
Commonwealth in the Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge for traffic safety and was also recognized for our
bicycle/pedestrian safety. In addition, the Traffic Safety Unit was awarded the 2014 John T. Hanna
Award/Martin H. Schlosser Award for Traffic Safety Activism. The Virginia Beach Police Department won
the Hampton Roads Employer Inclusion and Diversity (HEIDI) Award. The award is presented to local,
state, federal, business or non-profit organizations that exemplify diversity and inclusion practices and
demonstrate results in the community.
I am pleased to report that the 2014 Part I Crime rate for Virginia Beach continued to decline. Additionally,
violent crimes in Virginia Beach comprised only 6.7 percent of our reported Part I Crimes. The Part I Crime
rate for violent crimes is 1.5 per 1,000 residents. We also continue to maintain a crime clearance rate well
above the national average for cities of similar size. Our continued low crime rate and above average
clearance rate are the result of our exceptionally talented sworn and civilian members and the high level of
involvement by members of our community.
I am honored to lead such a talented, diverse, and committed team of officers and civilians as we continually
seek to fulfill our mission: providing a safe community and improving the quality of life of our citizens. As
always, I appreciate your continued support and that of City Council.
Sincerely,
James A. Cervera
Chief of Police
4 Virginia Beach Police Department 2014 Annual Report
Mission Statement, Vision, & Core Values
Mission S tatement
The Virginia Beach Police Department is committed to providing a safe
community and improving the quality of life for all people. We accomplish
this by delivering quality police services and enforcing laws with equity and
impartiality. In partnership with the community, we reduce crime through
public awareness. In meeting this objective, we demand of ourselves the
highest professional standards and dedication to our core values.
Vision
The Virginia Beach Police Department will be the premier law
enforcement agency setting the standard for excellence. Committed
to those we serve, we adapt to change, while focusing on value-based
principles, lifelong learning, and professional growth.
C ore V alues
Professionalism…in our actions, conduct, and job performance.
Constantly striving towards ever-rising standards.
Respect…for all citizens, each other, and for differing points of view,
regardless of age, race, gender, appearance, individual beliefs, or
lifestyles.
Integrity…truthful and honest, deserving of trust. Ethical. Being guided
by the concept of fundamental fairness in everything we do. Doing what
is right.
Dedication…to the organization, each other, our families, and the
citizens we serve. Unquestionable work ethic.
Excellence…in everything we do. Seeking to improve and excel, always.
P R I D E
Virginia Beach Police Department 2014 Annual Report 5
O rganizational C hart
Chief of Police
James A. Cervera
Operations Division
Deputy Chief
Anthony F. Zucaro, Jr.
Aide Sergeant
Community Service
Volunteers
Animal Control
Lieutenant
Animal Shelter
Manager
First Precinct
Captain David G. Squires
Third Precinct
Captain Dennis A. Hebert
Special Operations
Captain Michael P. Ronan
Night CDO
Captain Todd A. Jones
Crime Prevention
Sergeant
Telephone
Reporting Unit
Second Precinct
Captain Sean Adams
Fourth Precinct
Captain Patrick L. Gallagher
Day CDO
Captain John T. Orr
Ready Response
Team Sergeant
Auxiliary Police
Night CDO
Captain Tony T. Yarbrough
O rganizational C hart
Executive Aide
Lieutenant
Public Affairs Office
Executive Assistant
Liaison to Police
Chaplains
Police Chaplains
Public Safety Attorney
Associate City Attorney
Investigative Division
Deputy Chief
William T. Dean, Jr.
Professional
Standards
Division
Deputy Chief
John L. Bell, Jr.
Support Division
C. Thomas Mitchell
Financial
Civilian
Payroll
Civilian
Planning
& Analysis
Civilian
Support Division
Lieutenant
Property and
Evidence Sergeant
NCIC/VCIN Sergeant
System
Support
Civilian
Detective Bureau
Captain Laura L. Kaiser
Special Investigations
Captain Frank Genova, Jr.
Professional Development
Captain Theresa A. Orr
Auto
Theft
Pawn
Unit
Intelligence
Office of
Internal Affairs
Crime
Analysis
Property
Crime
Interdiction
HR/Police Services
HR Coordinator
Forensics
Robbery
Narcotics
Homicide
Special
Victims
Vice
Records Civilian
PhotoSafe
False Alarm
Uniform and Supply
Sergeant
Warrants
Domestic Violence
Mission Persons
Economic Crime
Crime Solvers
As of December 31, 2014
P ersonnel
Authorized Full-Time Positions
Fiscal Year 2014/2015
Position
Sworn Police:
Chief
Deputy Chief
Captain
Lieutenant
Sergeant
Master Police Officer
Police Officer
Subtotal
Animal Control:
Animal Shelter Care Manager
Animal Shelter Operations Supervisor
Animal Control Supervisor
Animal Control Officer
Animal Control Exhibits Technician
Animal Control Veterinarian
Animal Caretaker
Clerk
Administrative Assistant
Subtotal
Source: 14/15 Fiscal Year Budget.
Number of
Positions Position
Non-Sworn Personnel:
1 Accountant III
3 Account Clerk
11 Account Clerk Supervisor
26 Administrative Assistant
90 Administrative Specialist I
415 Administrative Technician
260 Animal Caretaker
806 Automotive Service Aide
Clerk
1 Executive Assistant II
2 Forensic Photo Lab Specialist
2 Forensic Services Technicians/Specialist
21 Forensic Specialist Supervisor
2 Forensic Unit Supervisor
1 Investigative Division Office Supervisor
10 Office Assistant
4 Planning & Analysis Coordinator
1 Police Offense Technician
44 Public Safety Support Services Supervisor
Police Systems Analyst
Police Training Assistant
Precinct Desk Officer
Public Safety Analyst
Public Safety Data Services Assistant
Storekeeper
Support Division Manager
Victim Witness Coordinator
Victim Witness Caseworker
Subtotal
Grand Total
Budget Comparison
Fiscal Year 2014/2015
Total City Budget:
$1,830,467,105
City Budget
Non-Police
$1,734,727,747
94.8%
Number of
Positions
1
6
1
12
1
3
2
4
10
1
1
14
3
1
1
14
1
5
1
1
1
24
3
16
4
1
1
1
134
984
Police
Department
$95,739,358
5.2%
P ersonnel
Distribution of Sworn
Personnel By Division
Other
6.0%
Investigative
Division
19.5%
Operations
Division
74.6%
Average Years of Police Service by Rank
Chief
37
Deputy Chief
35
Captain
27
Lieutenant
24
Sergeant
19
15
Police Officer
3
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
35
40
Average Age by Rank
Chief
60
Deputy Chief
59
Captain
52
Lieutenant
48
46
Sergeant
43
Police Officer
30
All Sworn
40
0
10
20
30
40
50
60
I nternal A wards
Medal
of
Valor
Medal
of
Merit
Master Police Officer C. E. Bagwell
Master Police Officer R. D. Coon
Master Police Officer D. A. Keisel
Master Police Officer P. J. Mantoni
Lieutenant W. S. Humphrey
Sergeant J. R. Johnson, II
Master Police Officer S. A. Abbott
Master Police Officer V. W. Jones
Silver Cross Medal
Life Saving Medal
Sergeant B. E. Walters
Master Police Officer S. M. Bell Jr.
Master Police Officer C. D. Burton
Master Police Officer G. L. Washtington
Master Police Officer C. R. Wolfe, II
Officer D. S. Call
Officer J. J. Watson
Officer W. M. Wiley
Special Commendation
Deputy Chief J. L. Bell Jr.
Lieutenant M. R. Ball
Lieutenant J. L. Gandy
Lieutenant J. A. Kaiser, Jr.
Lieutenant S. L. Wichtendahl
Sergeant N. L. Brewer
Sergeant M. R. Clark
Sergeant A. J. Jones
Sergeant S. G. Shunk
Master Police Officer S. G. Aitken
Master Police Officer K. R. Buechner
Master Police Officer F. Crumpton, Jr.
Master Police Officer A. F. Espinosa
Master Police Officer J. F. Midgett
Master Police Officer D. M. O’Loughlin
Master Police Officer D. J. Smith
Officer E. C. Kendrick
Officer T. R. VanOostendorp
Officer C. D. Skinner
Training Assistant D. M. Haughney
Steven Prescott, Volunteer
Civilian Employee
of the
Year Award
Administrative Assistant H. A. Murphy
Sergeant M. R. Fox
Master Police Officer D. J. Balduf
Master Police Officer N. A. Ball
Master Police Officer S. W. Bishop
Master Police Officer S. T. Downing
Master Police Officer J. D. Keatley, Jr.
Master Police Officer T. D. Freeman
Master Police Officer E. Martinez
Master Police Officer M. J. Reichert
Master Police Officer R. Vargas
Officer D. W. Bowers
Officer C. D. Curry
Officer R. L. Davis
Officer K. B. Fallon
Officer S. T. Garvin
Officer Z. T. Gorman*
Officer N. S. Keenan
Officer E. Kera
Officer J. D. Leathers
Officer Z. H. Potwine
Officer A. M. Rodriguez
Officer J. M. Schmeer
Officer M. M. Smith
Officer J. R. Snyder
Officer A. Torres
Officer K. R. Vogel
Officer C. M. Wilson
Volunteer
of the
Year
Edd Nixon
D epartment A wards to C itizens
Life Saving Award
Leigh Curran
Thomas Fields
Sisha Perea
*Two Medals Awarded
E xternal A wards
E xternal A wards
American Legion Post 113 Officer of the Year
Master Police Officer H. C. Schojan
Cape Henry Rotary Club Public Safety Employee of the Year
Master Police Officer F. Fillipone, Jr.
Daniel M. Stone Humanitarian Award
Deputy Chief J. L. Bell, Jr.
Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce Life Saving Award
Master Police Officer C. E. Bagwell
Master Police Officer R. D. Coon
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 392 Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
Master Police Officer H. J. Gillespie
2014 Virginia Police Work Dog Association Iron Dog Competition
3rd Place Men’s Open Division
Master Police Officer W. P. Ahern and K9 Bear
3rd Place Men’s Over 40 Division
Master Police Officer C. M. Watkins and K9 Nico
2nd Place Team Division
Master Police Officer W.P. Ahern
Master Police Officer B. D. Staub
Virginia Police Work Dog Association Award of Merit
Master Police Officer E. A. Carila and K9 Rudy
Master Police Officer W. P. Ahern and K9 Bear
Master Police Officer R. A. Bitner and K9 Sam
Master Police Officer W. E. Lincoln and K9 Barry
Retirements , P romotions & Degrees
2014 Promotions
Rank
Captain
Captain
Lieutenant
Lieutenant
Lieutenant
Sergeant
Sergeant
Sergeant
Sergeant
Name
T. A. Jones
T. T. Yarbrough
M. R. Ball
W. A. Maxcy
S. L. Wichtendahl
J. M. Baker
A. G. Bryk
B. S. Marshall
G. D. May
Rank
Sergeant
Sergeant
Sergeant
Sergeant
Planning and Analysis Coordinator
Shelter Operations Supervisor
Name
B. J. Mileski
J. N. Phillips
C. J. Sanyer
R. A. Tuttle
A. M. Oglesby
C. Epps
J. K. Osborn
J. R. Pritchard
J. L. Wilde
2014 Retirements
Rank/Name
Captain M. J. Glendon
Captain D. M. Santos
Sergeant S. S. Fisher
Sergeant R. E. Ricketts
Sergeant W. M. Summerell
Sergeant S. A. Thomson
Master Police Officer J. R. Bailey
Master Police Officer J. T. Blatt
Master Police Officer D. L. Deans
Master Police Officer M. G. Derwent
Master Police Officer B. F. Eason
Master Police Officer D. L. Felstow
Years of
Service
40
36
32
25
29
26
26
28
25
40
30
25
Master Police Officer R. L. Frederick
Master Police Officer J. B. Jensen
Master Police Officer A. W. Johnson
Master Police Officer L. M. Krisik
26
25
39
25
Rank/Name
Master Police Officer R. D. Lamb
Master Police Officer J. S. Lisowski
Master Police Officer V. D. McCraw
Master Police Officer D. C. Meeks
Master Police Officer M. G. Moseley
Master Police Officer G. R. Sostak
Master Police Officer L. K. Stockton
Master Police Officer A. A. Turner
Police Officer E. A. Arias
Account Clerk III S. L. Harvey
Clerk III C. M. Bartolomeo
Data Services Assistant E. M. Smith
Office Assistant II S. L. Sexton
Precinct Desk Officer II C. E. Brown, Jr.
Precinct Desk Officer II L. C. Goldsworthy
Storekeeper III C. M. Lawson
Years of
Service
20
17
20
16
33
26
30
30
7
25
33
1
44
12
25
25
VBPD Employees Who Earned Degrees in 2014
Name
Degree/Major
Institution
Police Officer S. R. Brown
A.A Criminal Justice
Saint Leo University
Sergeant D. J. Cook
A.A.S Aeronautical Science
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University
Master Police Officer A. A. Cruz
M.A. Theological Studies
Liberty University Baptist Theological Seminary
Police Officer J.N. Dailey
B.A. Criminology
Kent State University
Master Police Officer E. O. Diaz
A.A. Criminal Justice
Master Police Officer W. A. Frederick
B.A. Criminal Justice
Police Officer K. Q. Garcia
Masters of Public Administration - Government Sector
Keller Grauduate School of Management
Master Police Officer S. R. Goodman
B.A. Business Administration - Technology Management
Master Police Officer T. D. Recupero
B.S. Criminal Justice Administration
University of Phoenix
Police Officer F. A. Silye
Masters of Criminal Justice
Boston University
Master Police Officer C. N. Szymanski A.A. Criminal Justice
Regent University
Lieutenant S. L. Wichtendahl
B.A. Criminal Justice - Homeland Security
P recinct Map
Fort Story
Little Creek Amphibious Base
220
Police Precincts
2014
330
331
4
329
221
Third
326
327
325
423
320
Second
328
321
323
228
NAS Oceana
426
428
Camp Pendleton
126
Dam Neck
425
128
421
225
129
127
Fourth
227
224
324
422
226
222
322
427
420
223
123
424
124
125
122
121
First
120
Director’s O ffice
Director’s Office
Chief James A. Cervera
Community support and trust are integral aspects of the relationship
between citizens and police. The Virginia Beach Police Department
continues to foster positive relationships within the community. Chief
Cervera believes this is critical to our efforts to reduce crime and the fear
of crime, as well as work to achieve a primary goal of the City of Virginia
Beach: “Creating a Community for a Lifetime.”
In 2014, the department started Juvenile Perspective training. The
training combines scientifically derived information on brain
development; adolescent behavior under normal, compromised, and/or
traumatized conditions; cultural influences; the history of the juvenile justice system; and revised
processes in accommodating the needs and developmental challenges of children involved with
the police and the juvenile justice system. The goal of the program is to minimize the detention of
youth and place more of an emphasis on effective strategies for intervention and rehabilitation. In
February of 2014 approximately 20 members of the Virginia Beach Police Department were selected
to attend a train the trainer class. Also in attendance were several members of the Virginia Beach
Juvenile Court Services Unit, the Virginia Beach Department of Human Services, Tidewater Youth
Services, Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice, and Police Officers from Norfolk, Virginia and
Charlottesville, Virginia. The first coached training was admistered during the spring of 2014 to the
Virginia Beach Police Academy recruits. A second delivery occurred in the fall of 2014 to a second
class of recruits. The training was well received and participants provided positive and enthusiastic
feedback. We have achieved a foundation upon which we have delivered training to new recruit
officers and we look forward to re-training our incumbent officers in this area.
Virginia Beach Police
Department was challenged by
the Norfolk Police Department
to participate in the ICE Bucket
Challenge. On Thursday, August
28, 2014 Chief Cervera, along
with his Command Staff and
other department members
accepted the challenge. The
Ice Bucket Challenge was a
social media campaign to
raise awareness about ALS,
also known as Lou Gehrig’s
disease. The Virginia Beach
Police Department supports
community awareness and
education in all worthwhile
endeavors, and the Ice Bucket
Challenge was a fun way of
showing our support.
In
the
S potlight: T.U.F.F.
One Saturday afternoon in 2007, Master Police Officer David Nieves and
his wife, Nayla, took their excited 12-year-old son to his first practice for
the Green Run Recreation League football team in Virginia Beach, VA. They
arrived to find 12 other waiting children in total disarray, with no coach
and no plan. In that moment, Officer Nieves also became Coach David,
and Nayla Nieves became chief organizer, volunteer recruiter, cook, and
cheerleader. The nervous 12-year olds became The Spartans, who soon
won the Recreation League Football Championship of Virginia Beach.
Master Police Officer Nieves has gone above and beyond the title of
coach. Having come from a similar background as many of his athletes
he knew that these at-risk children needed to know more than the basics
of football. Many of these kids were runaways, abused, forgotten and
troubled. He and Nayla developed a full program of goal setting, community service and building
self-esteem for the team. Some children needed food, shelter and tutoring at points during their
four-month season. Providing for these basic needs was also incorporated into the program.
Season begins with a camping trip, 4 days of waking before 5 AM to run on the beach at sunrise,
team exercises and nutritional instruction. In order to earn their football jerseys, team members
also plan community service activities to perform once the camping trip has ended. During the
season there is a lesson every week from the Spartan Character Foundations Program. The lessons
cover topics like perseverance, humility and honesty. When a player demonstrates one of these
traits they are rewarded with a helmet decal.
Now an organization of 200 kids and more than 35 adult volunteers, TUFF helps children deal
with issues such as single parent homes, anger, hunger, loneliness, gang recruitment, and
homelessness. It also takes children on field trips to their state capital, Richmond, to meet their
delegates and to learn that they too can look to a future of a being a member of the House of
Delegates. All they have to do to succeed is live the fundamentals taught by their coach. This
extraordinary program, begun by a police officer and his family, has garnered The Freedom
Foundation at Valley Forge National Award. TUFF has applied for 501(c) 3 status.
All of their efforts paid off with the Spartans winning 13 combined football championships from all
age groups since 2007.
O perations D ivision
Enhanced Oceanfront Outreach
As a result of an influx of homeless individuals residing at
the Oceanfront, the Department of Human Services (DHS),
Department of Housing and Neighborhoods Preservation (DHNP),
and the Virginia Beach Police Department 2nd Precinct (VBPD)
launched the Enhanced Oceanfront Outreach Initiative in 2014
through the City of Virginia Beach. Current membership includes
the following City departments: Human Services Department,
Housing and Neighborhoods Preservation, and the Police
Department as well as members from the business community,
non-profit organizations, faith-based organizations and
tourism industry. In July 2014, the City of Virginia Beach
began funding an outreach and engagement initiative to
support the Virginia Beach Enhanced Oceanfront Outreach
Initiative. The stakeholders projected that approximately 50
adults could be served in 2014 through the Initiative using a
triage team approach.
The Human Services Department was the service provider
tasked with initial outreach and service coordination. The
Peer Outreach
Specialist
Case Manager ensured that all parties coordinate
efforts and holistically address service gaps and
service planning for the target population through
intensive coordination and communication. The
Outreach Triage Team identified and facilitated
necessary service linkages and explored
opportunities, while working to maintain
engagement with the individuals. Six (6) part-time
Outreach Peer Specialists were hired to holistically
address service gaps for the target population.
All of the Outreach Peer Specialsists are former
homeless individuals who, having overcome their
conditions were able to effectively engage and
encourage the use of community support services.
MLK Lake Edward Community Effort
On Monday, January 20, in honor of Martin Luther King Day,
Officers from the Police Department’s 3rd Precinct partnered
with the Lake Edward Civic League, Virginia Wesleyan College,
and Western Bayside Churches United to pick up trash in the Lake
Edward Community. Approximately 75 people participated in an
effort to promote a clean, crime-free neighborhood and to make
the community a better place to live. The event concluded with
a service at Virginia Wesleyan College honoring the legacy of Dr.
Martin Luther King, Jr.
O peration D ivision
Police Build-A-Bear
When Nikki Montegomery’s daughter Anna screamed “Don’t shoot my mommy” and cried when
she saw a police officer inside Lynnhaven mall, she had no idea that her 4-year-old daughter was
actually grasping some of the news on television about the police violence in Ferguson.“We had
to figure something out. I don’t want her to get into a situation where she got separated from
me, and she needed to talk to an officer and she was afraid,” she said. She came up with the idea
to call a friend in the police force, and ask to set up a meeting to teach her daughter not to fear
police.
Capt. Patrick Gallagher received the message and asked Sgt. Scott Merce to help come up with a
plan to show a little girl that police are here to protect. Typically we hand out stickers to kids but
Capt. Gallagher told Sgt. Merce he wanted to do something special. Members of the 4th Precinct
took matters into their own hands and presented Anna with a Build-A-Bear police officer as a sign
of good will and a desire to convert her opinion of police
officers into something positive. We may not be able to
change the minds of everyone, but it was worth the effort
to make a 4-year-old feel better about the police and to
bring a smile to this wonderful little girl. After hearing
about the actions of the officers at the 4th Precinct, the
Build A Bear corporate office sent the command five
additional Police Bears.
These bears are willing and able to go into action. They
are available at the precinct and, when needed, an officer
can have one delivered to their location to provide to a
child in need.
Dancing with the Seniors
The Sandler Center for the Performing Arts hosted members of the
Virginia Beach Police Department during their “Atlantic Shores’ Dancing
with the Seniors” program on March 25, 2014. Capt. Dennis Hebert
of the Virginia Beach Police Department’s 3rd Precinct, along with 10
police officers, made a special appearance at the program where lucky
dance participants were partnered up with the officers. The program,
which is free and open to Seniors aged 60+, is sponsored by Atlantic
Shores Retirement Community. The program is in
partnership with Senior Services of Southeastern
Virginia and is led by Marquita Bianca, one of
Hampton Roads’ most renowned dance instructors
and owner of BailaFuzion Dance Company in
Virginia Beach. Participants in the program learn
ballroom, Latin, cultural, line dances, and more
throughout the eight instructional sessions. The
series will conclude with a “Senior Prom” on
May 22, to allow participants the opportunity
to demonstrate their newly developed dancing
dexterity.
Neighborhood Surveys
In August and September, officers began canvassing
many local neighborhoods to collect information
relating to the residents’ perception of safety.
Officers solicited feedback regarding the residents’
opinions of how the department performed over
the past year. These conversations included seeking
advice on how to build and enhance stronger
relationships between the citizens we serve and the
department.
Over 70 sworn officers participated, including
most of the department’s top leadership. Chief Jim
Cervera, his three Deputy Chiefs and the entire
command-staff were among those going door-to-door
to engage the community. These surveys were developed, in part, to support the Mayor’s Action
Challenge. In addition to speaking with citizens, officers distributed information pamphlets
pertaining to crime prevention tips and other data to help citizens become more involved in their
community. The majority of the community comments were extremely positive and encouraging.
Stop the Violence
In early 2014 several homicides occurred in the Western Bayside area of Virginia Beach. In addition
to the normal increased patrols and investigative work, the Police Department’s 3rd Precinct
partnered with the community and on April 24, 2014 police officers, citizens and faith based
organizations walked through Lake Edward to promote peace in the neighborhood and to deter
violence. During the summer months various community events took place with an emphasis
on creating “safe neighborhoods.” On September 5, 2014 the 3rd Precinct Command met with
concerned citizens who were interested in working with the police and the faith based community to
develop an action plan to improve the safety of the community. During the initial meeting attendees
realized that this needed to be an ongoing process and it was decided that monthly meetings
would be held and other city agencies would be invited to attend. The meetings have proven to be
beneficial as citizens learned how to communicate with one another and the Police Department
through NextDoor.com. The initiative has led to an increase in communication between the police
and citizens. The most positive aspect resulting from this initiative is citizens’ desire to be involved
and are taking ownership of their community.
Second Precinct
Each of the meetings has been well attended with approximately 70 citizens in attendance. A special
presentation was given by Crime Prevention regarding NextDoor.com and the importance of knowing
and communicating with your neighbors. The majority of attendees signed up on-line during the
presentation. One of the key results of this initiative has been the strengthening of the relationship
between the police, the community, and faith based organizations.
Crime Prevntion in the community
In 2014, the Crime Prevention Unit continued to work towards
its goal of raising awareness and enhancing safety through
the use of various community engagement and educational
strategies. Their outreach initiatives included, but were not
limited to, participation in community forums and events,
the continuation of our Citizens’ Police Academies, and an
enhanced use of social media to engage both our citizen and
business communities.
In April 2014, Crime Prevenition hosted an Airsoft Safety and
Awarness Seminar. With the increased popularity
and availability of airsoft types of guns there
was a need to provide awareness and have an
open discussion about the safety of these items.
The seminar was intended for those who had no
previous knowledge of these guns and for people
who regularly use them. Awareness, knowledge
and safety of airsoft types of guns were the focus
of the event and included some hands on activities
for attendees.
Other Highlights of the Crime Prevention Unit’s
2014 engagement efforts included hosting the 2nd
Annual Human Trafficking Forum, the coordination of the 31st National
Night Out, enhancement of the Neighborhood Watch Program through
the increased use of the social networking site NextDoor.com, and the
continuation of our efforts to educate teenagers about the dangers of
drunk and distracted driving via the “Every 15 Minutes” program.
In addition to these public forums and displays, they also provided
a number of educational opportunities which focused specifically on
enhancing the safety and security of City personnel, to include a “Lunch
and Learn” series of training classes on various crime prevention topics,
Active Shooter instruction, and an 8-hour course to enhance awareness of
crime prevention through environmental design principles.
In the last few years, active shooter events
occurring nationwide have generated an
atmosphere of fear and anxiety in our
communities; this is especially true regarding our
schools and children. The safety, security and
well-being of our children and the individuals
devoted to their caretaking is a concern and
priority for both citizens and law enforcement
alike. In light of recent events, the Virginia Beach
Police Department has partnered with the VB Public
Schools to provide Active Shooter training.
Joint Training
The Virginia Beach Police Department participated in Active
Shooter and Aircraft Accident training exercises at both
Navy Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek and Naval Air
Station Oceana. Each event involved a practical scenario
that occurred on base and required an integrated response
by Base Police, Military Emergency Response Personnel
and members of the Virginia Beach Police Department.
Planning and communication between department members
and military representatives is extensive for each of these
training and assessment evolutions. These cooperative
efforts increase the operational awareness and effectiveness of all entities involved and facilitates
enhanced communication capabilities. It is understood that in the event of a real life critical incident,
an integrated response is essential for the successful conclusion of a large scale criminal act or
disaster on a military installation within our City.
2014 Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge Awards
The Police Department was recognized in 2014 for our traffic safety efforts during 2013 by the
Virginia Law Enforcement Challenge. The department took 2nd Place in Virginia in the 701 + sworn
officer category, and also won the Special Category Award in Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety. We are
particularly proud of the collaboration and efforts that went into earning the Bicycle and Pedestrian
Safety Award. In 2011, the Police Department’s Planning and Analysis Unit noticed a relatively high
number of bicycle crashes, 117 in total. Using this information in 2012 the Virginia Beach Police
Department in conjunction with Traffic Engineering, Parks and Recreation, along with a number of
other city departments, devised several solutions to identify problem areas. In order to guide the City’s
efforts toward improving bicycle safety, Mayor William D. Sessoms, Jr. created the Bicycle Safety Task
Force, which brought the City staff and cycling community together for a common goal of roadway
safety.This task force works in conjunction with the City’s Bikeways and Trails Advisory Committee.
The objective of these two entities is to implement the city’s Bikeways and Trails Plan in an efficient
manner. This plan continues to be the driving force behind the efforts to keep our motorists, bicyclists,
and pedestrians safe.
Animal Care and Adoption Center
For six consecutive years, the Animal Care and Adoption
Center has shown statistical improvement in adoptions
and live release overall with a trending decrease in
euthanasia rates. In 2014, the live release rate for dogs
was 91% and for cats was 57% with a total of all species
release rate of 77%. This was a 5% percent increase from
2013. In addition, the volunteer program is thriving with
consistent increases in donated service hours totaling
35,000 service hours provided. There was a 15% increase
in foster parents in 2014 compared to 2013. Outreach
initiatives and training opportunities provided by the
center continue to rise. The consistent improvement
can be attributed to the mission oriented approach
by the Center’s leadership team, staff and volunteers.
The shelter posts clever photos of adoptable animals
to facebook, twitter, and petfinder.com to increase
adoptions.
Shelter Float Wins Neptune Festival Parade Award
The Animal Care and Adoption Center recruited several
volunteers with the talent to piece together a float worthy
of the grand prize for the Neptune Festival Parade held
September 27. And wouldn’t you know, the float captured
the King’s Award. After months of work by many volunteers,
the float was ready for judging that morning. The “Snoopy”
themed float was constructed with 40 pallets, lumber,
plywood, chicken wire, hundreds of hand-made tissue paper
flowers, and a larger than life Snoopy sculpted by the way of
papier-mache. The float was an eye catcher, to say the least.
At parade’s end, dogs were thirsty and the walkers, tired.
Animal Control
Animal Control Statistics
Total
Dispatched Calls
26,008
Stray
Dogs
Impounded
2,554
The Animal Enforcement Unit (AEU) had the opportunity to
Stray Cats Impounded
2,443
again partner with the Virginia Department of Game and
Dogs Turned In By Owner
742
Inland Fisheries due to an increase of Black Bear sightings
Cats
Turned
In
By
Owner
385
throughout our city. These cases resulted in two of the bears
Animals
Returned
To
Owner
2,107
being captured and relocated, and 1 being euthanized due
Animals Adopted
2,662
to being hit by a car. The unit issued 1,338 summonses, and
Animals Transferred To VBSPCA
177
initiated 77 charges of animal cruelty including serious felony
Animals Transferred To Rescues
340
cases drawing local media attention during 2014. During the Dogs and Cats Euthanized
1,549
summer season the AEU conducted planned patrols on the
Animal Bite Reports
1,530
public beaches to enforce city regulations and ensure the
Animal Cruelty Investigations
198
safety of beach goers.
Cruelty Complaints
1,945
I nvestigative D ivision
Cold Case Unit Solves 24 Year Old Homicide
Seventeen-year-old Joan Schoppaul was last seen on the morning of Tuesday, December 4, 1990. She
was to return home after visiting a friend. She never arrived. Her worried parents filed a missing
persons report and within 24 hours of leaving home, Joan’s body was found on Wednesday, December
5, 1990. She had been wrapped in a blue sleeping bag which had been disposed of in a dumpster
behind the former Food Lion Supermarket located at 4740 Baxter Road. She was transported to the
State Medical Examiner’s Office for autopsy. The manner of death was ruled a homicide.
After exhausting all leads over the years, Joan’s homicide was reassigned to the Cold Case Unit.
Virginia Beach Cold Case detectives tirelessly and methodically reworked the case bit by bit, looking
for the missing puzzle piece. Using advanced technology and current forensic techniques to further
their investigation, they were able to identify a suspect. On December 15, 2014, with the assistance
of the Pennsylvania State Police, Troop “E” Criminal Investigative Unit, detectives located and arrested
Robert William Malick. He was charged with Second Degree Murder.
Youth and Community App
The Virginia Beach Police Department is dedicated to assisting
juveniles and their families. Traditionally we have engaged juveniles
in times of crisis, which usually resulted in a referral or arrest. There
has been a recent trend to address juvenile and family problems before they rise to the level of
criminality. The Police Department is taking the initiative to assist those who find themselves in need
of services that are outside of the traditional police response. As a result, the Detective Bureau in
conjunction with the Pendleton Child Service Center, has developed a mobile App (Youth and Family
Services) that offers services to those in need. Officers now have another intervention tool available
to them when encountering a juvenile or family struggling with ways to deal with behavior that is not
criminal in nature but could be down the road if not addressed.
The new Mobile App is located in the App Store under VB Connect. Once downloaded, click on the
menu at the bottom left and scroll to the bottom (Youth and Community Groups). Currently the App
can only be downloaded on Android and iPhones. The organizations are listed in alphabetical order
with a short description underneath the title.
Runaway Debrief
Detective Bureau
In 2014, the Missing Person’s Unit developed a plan to identify and screen at-risk runaways along with
the parents/guardians when a runaway is reported. The goal was to work with first time runaways
to deter them from becoming habitual runaways. In addition, we also looked at runaways who had
criminal histories. Once we had identified an at-risk runaway the detective made contact with the
family to set up a home assessment with the parents and the runaway. The Missing Person’s Unit
developed a debrief guideline which is used by the responding detective to help elicit information
from the runaway and parents to try and gain a true assessment of the home environment and
the possible reasons the child ran away. During the assessment the family is provided resource
information to assist them with any concerns they might have.
This program was implemented in August of 2014 and for the last five months of the year, 68
runaways were identified as at-risk. Of those, 26 of the families chose to allow the detectives to
interview them at their home. Many of the families that declined an assessment had already engaged
other resources to assist their children. As a result of the interviews conducted, the Missing Person’s
Unit were able to make eight referrals for follow up to either Juvenile Intake or Child Protective
Services.
I nvestigative D ivision
Forensics
The Forensic Services Unit mission is to serve the victims
of crime by objectively investigating crimes through the
use of science and technology. The Forensic Services Unit
is supervised by Dan Clanton and operated by twenty-three
ancillary and civilian staff members that are dedicated to
specific fields of forensic science.
Crime Scene
Assignments FSU/CSO
Fingerprints Recovered at Scene
Other Evidence Recovered at Scence
Cases Responded to Less Than 1 hour
Serial Number Restoration Cases
Total
4,335
52%
49%
94%
15
Latent Fingerprints
Cases w/Identified Latents
Total
399
Total
In 2014, advanced Civil Identification
Civil/Criminal Processes FSU
10,794
techniques were
Civil/Criminal Processes Jail
13,532
implemented to
Civil/Criminal Processes 2nd Precinct
380
document crime
Digital Imaging
Total
scenes and motor
Photo Requests
2,992
vehicle accidents
Video Analyst Cases
185
using Focus 3D
Cell Phone/Mobile Device Case
154
laser scanning
and SceneVision3D software. The software allows forensic specialists to
produce three dimensional models and animation for
investigative guidance and court presentations.
Computer Crimes Unit
The Computer Crimes Unit (CCU) received a “cold” online solicitation case involving a juvenile female
victim from Virginia Beach communicating with a suspect on Facebook. The case was originally being
worked by the Special Victims Unit and they asked CCU for assistance. CCU identified the suspect
in less than a week through photos and investigative leads developed through phone calls. CCU
detectives received a confession over the phone from the suspect and swore out warrants for use of a
computer device to facilitate crimes against a juvenile female in Virginia Beach. The suspect, a North
Dakota resident, was arrested and a search warrant was conducted at his residence by North Dakota
law enforcement. CCU subsequently received over 100,000 pages of online chat logs between the
suspect and numerous individuals, many of them underage females. Over 28,000 images and videos
containing child pornography were recovered. CCU has identified 29 victims. The victims are located
all across the country and a few are located outside the U.S. CCU has provided the information on the
out-of-town victims to the Department of Homeland Security, who is following up on the investigation.
The 50-year-old suspect is believed to be a hands-on offender; he solicited juvenile females to perform
sex acts, take nude photos of themselves, and sent them nude photos of himself. He is currently in
custody on the Virginia Beach charges and awaiting trial.
Human Trafficking
The Special Investigations Vice Unit has focused on addressing human trafficking by directing their
efforts on rescuing victims and prosecuting those that cross state lines for the purposes of prostitution.
During 2014 the Vice Unit investigated nine cases of human trafficking, which resulted in 19 persons
being charged with state and federal offenses related to sex trafficking. More importantly, six adults
and five juveniles were rescued from a life of prostitution. The Vice Unit remains committed to this
cause and has recently initiated an expanded response involving community partners to provide
much needed services to victims of human sex trafficking. It is anticipated that their collaboration
with community partners will improve the lives of sex trafficking victims and reduce the likelihood of
victims returning to a life of prostitution.
P rofessional S tandards D ivision
Internal
Affairs
Professional
Development
&
The Office of Internal Affairs is responsible for
conducting and/or coordinating investigations of all
complaints and/or allegations of misconduct involving
any member of the Virginia Beach Police Department.
In 2014, Internal Affairs facilitated 263 administrative
investigations. Of these, 89 were sustained indicating
there was sufficient evidence to prove the accused
employee violated a department rule or order. Thirtythree allegations remain under investigation. Internal
Affairs also act as the Department’s custodian of
records and in 2014 responded to 1,601 formal requests
for information under the Freedom of Information
Act, Subpoena Duces Tecums, and court orders for
documents.
Administrative Investigations*
Citizen Complaint
Internal Investigation
Inquiries
Handled as Information Cases
Firearm Discharges
Totals
112
85
66
244
2
Citizen & Internal Allegations by
Finding
Sustained*
Not Sustained
Exonerated
Unfounded
Active Cases
Total Allegations
Totals
89
31
42
9
33
204
*Seventy (78.6%) of the 89 sustained allegations are
the result of an internal investigation.
Office of Accreditation
The Office of Accreditation is tasked with ensuring that Department
policies and procedures are based on current national standards and best
practices. Accreditation is also responsible for conducting inspections
and audits of all commands and members for compliance with policy and
procedure. The Virginia Beach Police Department continues to maintain
its national accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for
Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) as an internal process of inspection,
evaluation and development. In 2012, the Virginia Beach Police
Department was re-accredited with CALEA, and was recognized as having
achieved the Gold Standard with Excellence Award. In April, 2015 the
Virginia Beach Police Department will seek its second Gold Standard with
Excellence Award when the agency undergoes its next CALEA on-site
assessment.
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P rofessional S tandards D ivision
Professional Developement & Training
The Professional Development and Training (PDT) Unit consists of
a lieutenant, four sergeants, and 19 officers. The unit manages the
recruiting, selection, hiring, basic, and post academy training for the
members of the Virginia Beach Police Department, and supplemental
training for the associated components of our non-sworn staff. Capt.
Theresa Orr and Lt. Jarvis Lynch oversee three separate training
facilities spread across two states. The main campus of the Law
Enforcement Training Academy houses Sgt. David Sorenson with his
scope of responsibility being recruiting, testing, selection, and basic
academy training. Sgt. Michele Wyatt manages recruit Field Training,
police officer, and first line supervisor training, as well as required
ongoing training. Sgt. Nick Brewer is the site supervisor for the Law
Enforcement Training Center-Creeds, where a driving track and reality
based training facility occupies a 271 acre plot of land and provides
specialized training opportunities in force on force, traffic stops,
mobile tactics, motorcycle and emergency vehicle operations. This
facility is highly sought after by our partner law enforcement and
military agencies, with the Creeds staff often acting as the control for
outside agencies.
The Firearms
Training Unit is
supervised by Sgt.
David Hilton and provides first line firearms
handling, marksmanship, and shooting on the
move training to recruits, as well as mandatory
annual training to the department cadre. A
staff of six successfully began the transition of
the entire department to the Gen 4 Glock 9mm
handguns while simultaneously meeting all
Department of Criminal Justice and department
mandated training for handgun and carbine
qualifications.
S upport D ivision
Support Division
The Support Division consists of several units that provide administrative and support services to
other Virginia Beach Police Department operations, City of Virginia Beach agencies and the public.
Support Division staff members continue to serve as primary liaisons and coordinators with
the Department of Communications and Information Technology (ComIT) on police related
technology projects. The Integrated Public Safety Records Management project will replace the
current automated records management system and computer aided dispatching system, as well
as implement mobile field reporting and electronic ticketing during the next three years. Support
Division staff members accompanied other department members to cities throughout the country to
observe different systems in operation, and attended vendor demonstrations in 2014.
Lt. Bob Christman of the Support Division continued to work, as the department’s lead, with Public
Works Traffic Operations staff and ComIT staff to substantially expand the Oceanfront security
camera system.
In 2014, the department’s
Property and Evidence Unit
again passed the annual audit
conducted by the City Auditor’s
Office of the cash and jewelry
handling processes.
Reported C rimes
Fort Story
220
330
331
Part I Crimes by
Patrol Zone
2014
4
329
221
Third
326
327
320
Second
328
325
321
323
Fourth
225
129
228
NAS Oceana
127
422
227
224
427
420
226
222
322
324
423
223
426
428
Camp Pendleton
126
Dam Neck
425
128
421
123
424
124
125
122
121
First
Part I Crimes Density
Incidents per Square Mile
1 - 39
120
40 - 105
106 - 184
185 - 314
315 - 873
Reported C rimes
Reported Part I Crimes 2013 - 2014
2013
2014
% Change
17
17
17
17
0.0%
0.0%
RAPE*
Rape
Attempts to Commit Rape
Total Rapes
149
10
159
141
8
149
-5.4%
-20.0%
-6.3%
ROBBERY
Firearm
Knife or Cutting Instrument
Other Dangerous Weapon
Strong Arm (Hand, Fists, etc.)
Total Robberies
157
13
17
119
306
161
25
14
56
256
2.5%
92.3%
-17.6%
-52.9%
-16.3%
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Firearm
Aggravated (Hands, Fists, etc.)
Total Aggravated Assaults
47
69
47
103
266
62
67
44
105
278
31.9%
-2.9%
-6.4%
1.9%
4.5%
BURGLARY
Residential
Non-Residential
Total Burglaries
1,152
236
1,388
856
167
1,023
-25.7%
-29.2%
-26.3%
LARCENY
Pocket Picking
Purse Snatching
Shoplifting
From Autos/Parts & Accessories
From Buildings
From Coin-Operated Machines
All Others
Total Larcenies
27
22
1,807
3,440
1,230
5
2,795
9,326
21
9
1,728
3,011
1,291
6
2,302
8,368
-22.2%
-59.1%
-4.4%
-12.5%
5.0%
20.0%
-17.6%
-10.3%
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Autos
Trucks and Buses
Other Vehicles
Total Motor Vehicle Thefts
171
29
228
428
151
26
168
345
-11.7%
-10.3%
-26.3%
-19.4%
ARSON**
Total Arsons
103
62
-39.8%
11,993
10,498
-12.5%
HOMICIDE
Murder and Non-Negligent Manslaughter
Total Criminal Homicides
GRAND TOTALS
*In 2013 the FBI expanded the definition of rape to include 11A, 11B, and 11C.
**Arson Cases are handled by the Virginia Beach Fire Department.
Source: Virginia Beach Uniform Crime Report.
Reported C rimes
2014 Part I Crimes Clearance Rates
# of
Offenses
# of Cases
Cleared
Percent
Cleared
*Nationwide
Clearance Rate
17
17
17
17
100.0%
100.0%
63.0%
RAPE**
Rape
Attempted Rape
Total Rapes
141
8
149
99
5
104
70.2%
62.5%
69.8%
43.7%
ROBBERY
Firearm
Strong Arm (Hands, Fists, etc.)
Total Robberies
161
25
14
56
256
79
10
9
36
134
49.1%
40.0%
64.3%
64.3%
52.3%
26.8%
AGGRAVATED ASSAULT
Firearm
Aggravated (Hands, Fists, etc.)
Total Aggravated Assaults
62
67
44
105
278
62
67
44
105
278
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
52.5%
TOTAL VIOLENT CRIMES
700
533
76.1%
42.2%
BURGLARY
Forcible Entry
Unlawful Entry
Attempted Forcible Entry
Total Burglaries
476
461
86
1,023
136
107
16
259
28.6%
23.2%
18.6%
25.3%
10.0%
Total Larcenies-Thefts (except motor vehicles)
8,368
2,494
29.8%
17.3%
151
26
168
345
48
4
24
76
31.8%
15.4%
14.3%
22.0%
8.2%
62
21
33.9%
15.1%
9,798
2,850
29.1%
13.8%
10,498
3,383
32.2%
HOMICIDE
Total Criminal Homicides
MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT
Autos
Trucks and Buses
Other Vehicles
Total Vehicle Thefts
Total Arsons***
TOTAL PROPERTY CRIMES
TOTAL CRIMES
*Nationwide Clearance Rates are based upon cities with population 250,000 and over for 2013.
**In 2013 the FBI expanded their definition of rape to include 11A, 11B, and 11C.
***Arson cases are handled by the Virginia Beach Fire Department.
Sources: Virginia Beach Uniform Crime Report; Crime in the United States, 2013.
Reported C rimes
Part I Crimes Summary
In 2014, the Part I Crime rate for Virginia Beach was 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents, the lowest since 1963. Violent
crime accounted for 6.7 percent of all crime and decreased by 6.4 percent between 2013 and 2014. The violent crime
rate in 2014 was 1.5 crimes per 1,000 residents. Property crime accounted for 93.3 percent of all crime and decreased
by 12.9 percent between 2013 and 2014. The property crime rate in 2014 was 21.7 crimes per 1,000 residents.
The Virginia Beach Police Department consistently has a clearance rate above the national average. In 2014, the VBPD
cleared 71.6 percent of violent crime cases and 29.1 percent of property crime cases. According to the FBI’s 2013 Crime
in the United States, cities with a population of 250,000 or more had a violent crime clearance rate of 42.2% percent
and a property crime clearance rate of 13.8 percent.
10-Year Comparison of Reported Part I Crimes
Criminal Homicide
Rape*
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Subtotal Violent Crimes
Burglary
Larceny
Motor Vehicle Theft
Arson
Subtotal Property Crimes
Total
Annual % Change
Crime Rate per 1,000
Population
Population
2005
22
164
670
430
1,286
2,151
10,492
695
117
13,455
2006
19
252
688
425
1,384
2,006
10,115
569
157
12,847
2007
16
195
555
430
1,196
2,036
10,102
563
164
12,865
2008
15
137
538
424
1,114
1,910
10,042
612
130
12,694
2009
18
154
442
371
985
1,986
10,669
564
109
13,328
2010
14
104
424
326
868
2,068
10,462
613
132
13,275
2011
15
138
412
292
857
2,001
9,614
463
133
12,211
2012
21
152
320
349
842
1,538
9,681
461
119
11,799
2013
17
159
306
266
748
1,388
9,326
428
103
11,245
2014
17
149
256
278
700
1,023
8,368
345
62
9,798
14,741
14,231
-3.5%
14,061
-1.2%
13,808
-1.8%
14,313
3.7%
14,143
-1.2%
13,068
-7.6%
12,641
-3.3%
11,993
-5.1%
10,498
-12.5%
33.8
436,156
32.7
435,001
32.4
434,058
31.6
436,944
32.7
437,275
32.3
437,994
29.6
441,246
28.2
447,489
26.7
449,628
23.2
451,672
Crime Rate per 1,000 Population - 1960 to 2014
70.0
60.0
50.0
40.0
30.0
20.0
10.0
2012
2008
2004
2000
1996
1992
1988
1984
1980
1976
1972
1968
1964
1960
0.0
10-Year Comparison of Part I Crime Clearance Rates
Homicide
Rape
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Subtotal Violent
Burglary
Larceny
Motor Vehicle Theft
Arson
Subtotal Property
Total
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
95.5%
93.8%
31.5%
70.2%
53.3%
25.0%
23.1%
30.9%
21.4%
23.8%
26.4%
84.2%
82.6%
31.4%
81.4%
57.0%
29.2%
24.1%
32.2%
19.7%
25.2%
28.3%
100.0%
75.0%
38.9%
78.1%
59.7%
30.4%
25.5%
22.2%
9.1%
25.9%
28.8%
93.3%
95.0%
40.7%
75.7%
63.1%
30.0%
25.7%
26.1%
21.5%
26.3%
29.3%
88.9%
77.8%
49.5%
71.2%
63.0%
25.5%
22.9%
22.7%
25.7%
23.3%
26.1%
128.6%
108.6%
39.6%
78.2%
63.8%
25.3%
25.2%
24.3%
26.5%
25.2%
27.6%
100.0%
90.0%
41.7%
80.1%
63.7%
24.5%
28.7%
29.4%
42.9%
28.2%
30.5%
95.2%
72.9%
51.3%
75.4%
66.4%
33.0%
29.6%
17.6%
33.6%
29.6%
32.1%
76.5%
75.5%
62.1%
88.0%
74.5%
27.4%
28.4%
18.7%
34.0%
28.0%
30.9%
100.0%
69.8%
52.3%
88.5%
71.6%
25.3%
29.8%
22.0%
33.9%
29.1%
31.9%
*In 2013 the FBI expanded the definition of rape to include 11A, 11B, and 11C. 2005-2014 rape calculations use the new methodology.
Source: 1960-1980 Virginia Beach Police Department historic UCR reports. 1981-1999 Virginia State Police UCR reports. 2000-2014 Virginia Beach Uniform Crime Reports.
2005-2014 (excluding census years) population figures provided by Weldon Cooper Center at the University of Virginia. 2010 populations reported by the Census Bureau.
Population figures are compared to Weldon Cooper annually and updated as needed.
Reported C rimes
2014 Summary of Other Reported Offenses
Classification of Reports
Accidental Death
Annoying Phone Calls
Arson and Attempts
Bombings
Bomb Threats
Death Investigation
Destroy Property, City
Destroy Property, Private
Discharge Firearm in Dwelling
Drowning
Forgery
Fraud
Fugitive (Out of State)
Gambling
Liquor Violations
Missing Persons
Drug Laws
Obscene/Threatening Phone Calls
Offenses Against Family/Child
Overdose
Runaways
Sex Offenses
Simple Assaults
Stalking
Suicide and Attempts
Tampering With Auto
Threatening Bodily Harm
Throwing Object at Moving Vehicle
Trespassing
Unauthorized Use of Vehicle
Weapons Violations, excluding Bombings & Discharge Weapon in Dwelling
All Other Reportable Offenses
Totals
Actual
Offenses
19
349
92
4
26
461
229
2,690
26
6
346
1,008
65
12
2
339
2,384
46
171
88
992
269
4,269
43
318
96
571
27
311
157
366
2,927
18,709
Cleared
Cases
16
172
43
2
10
434
24
540
7
5
81
545
65
2
2
328
2,107
20
137
86
985
160
3,484
32
303
22
390
19
205
134
237
894
11,491
Percent
Cleared
84.2%
49.3%
46.7%
50.0%
38.5%
94.1%
10.5%
20.1%
26.9%
83.3%
23.4%
54.1%
100.0%
16.7%
100.0%
96.8%
88.4%
43.5%
80.1%
97.7%
99.3%
59.5%
81.6%
74.4%
95.3%
22.9%
68.3%
70.4%
65.9%
85.4%
64.8%
30.5%
61.4%
Note: Includes attempts and excludes unfounded and non-reportable offenses.
Source: Pistol.
Reported C rimes
10-Year Comparison of Law Enforcement Officers Killed or Assaulted
Type of Activity
Disturbance Calls
Burglaries in Progress
Robberies in Progress
Attempting Other Arrests
Civil Disorder
Handling Prisoners
Investigating Suspicious
Circumstances/Persons
Ambush-No Warning
Mentally Deranged
Traffic Pursuits/Stops
Unknown
All Other
Total Assaults
2005
11
1
0
43
2
29
9
2006
14
1
1
30
0
21
6
2007
25
0
0
30
1
22
8
2008
14
3
0
35
2
33
4
2009
13
2
0
26
0
24
2
2010
13
1
0
21
0
21
5
2011
13
0
1
34
0
20
5
2012
18
2
1
29
4
41
8
2013
24
3
0
31
2
19
5
2014
25
3
1
39
0
30
11
Total
170
16
4
318
11
260
63
% of Total
15.3%
1.4%
0.4%
28.6%
1.0%
23.4%
5.7%
0
4
10
0
16
125
1
2
6
0
16
98
0
6
7
0
13
112
0
4
15
1
29
140
0
4
8
0
13
92
1
2
4
0
24
92
1
2
3
0
8
87
0
3
0
0
11
117
2
2
2
0
15
105
4
3
14
0
12
142
9
32
69
1
157
1,110
0.8%
2.9%
6.2%
0.1%
14.1%
100.0%
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
817
15
817
12
817
14
816
17
816
11
806
11
806
11
806
15
806
13
806
18
# of Officers Killed:
by Felonious Act
by Accident or
Negligent Act
Authorized Officers
# of Assaults Per 100
Officers
Source: Pistol.
Law Enforcement Officers Killed or Assaulted 10-Year Comparison
160
140
142
141
125
117
112
120
98
100
92
92
87
2009
2010
2011
105
80
60
40
20
0
2005
2006
2007
2008
2012
2013
2014
A rrests
2014 Total Arrests for Adults and Juveniles
Classification
Criminal Homicide:
Manslaughter by Negligence
Forcible Rape
Robbery
Aggravated Assault
Burglary
Larceny-Theft
Auto Theft
Simple Assault
Arson
Forgery and Counterfeiting
Fraud
Embezzlement
Stolen Property: Buying, Receiving, & Possessing
Vandalism
Weapons-Carry, Possess
Prostitution and Commercial Vice
Sex Offenses
Drug Abuse Violations:
Sale/Manufacture
Possession
Gambling
Offenses Against the Family and Children
Driving Under the Influence
Liquor Laws
Public Drunkenness
Disorderly Conduct
All Other Offenses (except traffic)
Curfew/Loitering
Adults
Arrested
% Of
Total
Juveniles
Arrested
% Of
Total
Total
15
0
46
105
183
124
1,409
29
2,554
11
67
195
66
39
179
230
43
65
88.2%
0.0%
90.2%
80.2%
96.3%
79.5%
83.0%
87.9%
90.0%
52.4%
100.0%
98.0%
100.0%
84.8%
79.2%
89.8%
100.0%
80.2%
2
0
5
26
7
32
288
4
284
10
0
4
0
7
47
26
0
16
11.8%
0.0%
9.8%
19.8%
3.7%
20.5%
17.0%
12.1%
10.0%
47.6%
0.0%
2.0%
0.0%
15.2%
20.8%
10.2%
0.0%
19.8%
17
0
51
131
190
156
1,697
33
2,838
21
67
199
66
46
226
256
43
81
305
1,622
0
91
2,133
1,873
1,986
677
7,651
95.6%
92.0%
0.0%
93.8%
99.7%
96.2%
99.6%
93.1%
98.0%
21,698
93.5%
14
141
0
6
6
74
8
50
159
296
1,512
4.4%
8.0%
0.0%
6.2%
0.3%
3.8%
0.4%
6.9%
2.0%
100.0%
6.5%
319
1,763
0
97
2,139
1,947
1,994
727
7,810
296
23,210
Total
Source: Pistol Uniform Crime Report Arrest Reports.
DUI arrests do not match DUI totals on page 42 due to differences in calculations.
Virginia B each
vs .
O ther U.S. C ities
Comparison of Crimes in U.S. Cities
Virginia Beach vs. Other Cities with Populations of 350,000 to 900,000
Offenses Known to Police in 2013
Ranked by Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents, Lowest to Highest
Rank
1
City
El Paso
State
TX
Modified
Property
Violent
Crimes per
Crimes per
Crimes per
1,000
1,000
1,000
Residents
Residents
Population Residents
679,700
26.7
3.7
23.0
Violent
crime
2,522
Total
Modified
Crimes
Property
Reported
crime
15,631
18,153
2
Virginia Beach
VA
449,628
26.8
1.6
25.2
730
11,325
3
Tampa
FL
351,314
31.3
6.0
25.3
2,097
8,904
12,055
11,001
4
Mesa
AZ
456,155
14,847
CA
469,665
28.6
27.9
13,040
Long Beach
4.0
5.0
1,807
5
32.5
32.9
2,346
13,096
15,442
6
Raleigh
NC
428,993
34.7
3.9
30.8
1,683
13,194
14,877
7
Charlotte-Mecklenburg
NC
837,638
42.8
6.1
36.7
5,093
30,782
35,875
8
Denver
CO
648,981
43.0
6.3
36.7
4,087
23,807
27,894
Sacramento
CA
478,182
44.5
6.6
37.9
3,137
18,144
21,281
10
9
Arlington
TX
378,765
44.6
4.8
39.7
1,837
15,038
16,875
11
Jacksonville
FL
845,745
45.3
6.2
39.1
5,246
33,104
38,350
12
Colorado Springs
CO
436,108
46.2
4.3
41.8
1,893
18,237
20,130
13
Louisville Metro
KY
671,120
48.7
5.4
43.2
3,644
29,017
32,661
31,163
14
Nashville
TN
635,673
49.0
10.4
38.6
6,612
24,551
15
Fort Worth
TX
789,035
49.2
5.6
43.6
4,420
34,427
38,847
16
Fresno
CA
508,876
49.8
5.0
44.7
2,552
22,768
25,320
17
Omaha
NE
425,076
50.9
5.8
45.1
2,449
19,191
21,640
18
Bakersfield
CA
361,859
52.1
5.1
47.0
1,857
17,007
18,864
19
Austin
TX
859,180
52.3
3.6
48.6
3,123
41,772
44,895
20
Portland
OR
609,136
53.8
4.8
48.9
2,941
29,801
32,742
21
Milwaukee
WI
600,805
59.1
13.6
45.4
8,194
27,306
35,500
22
Minneapolis
MN
396,206
59.4
10.2
49.2
4,038
19,482
23,520
23
Seattle
WA
642,814
61.8
5.8
56.0
3,758
35,973
39,731
24
Wichita
KS
386,486
62.0
7.9
54.1
3,065
20,915
23,980
25
Miami
FL
418,394
62.1
11.8
50.2
4,945
21,017
25,962
26
Oklahoma City
OK
605,034
62.2
8.3
53.9
4,998
32,609
37,607
27
Albuquerque
NM
558,165
62.6
7.7
54.8
4,325
30,614
34,939
28
Tulsa
OK
394,498
63.3
9.7
53.6
3,827
21,132
24,959
29
Baltimore
MD
622,671
63.9
14.0
49.9
8,725
31,066
39,791
30
Indianapolis
IN
850,220
65.2
12.3
52.8
10,479
44,923
55,402
31
Kansas City
MO
465,514
66.0
12.6
53.4
5,864
24,855
30,719
32
San Francisco
CA
833,863
66.7
8.5
58.2
7,064
48,551
55,615
33
Tucson
AZ
525,486
72.5
6.4
66.1
3,368
34,738
38,106
34
Atlanta
GA
451,020
73.4
12.2
61.2
5,517
27,599
33,116
35
Cleveland
OH
389,181
75.1
14.8
60.3
5,751
23,485
29,236
36
Memphis
TN
657,691
77.6
16.6
61.1
10,894
40,170
51,064
37
Detroit
MI
699,889
79.9
20.7
59.2
14,504
41,446
55,950
38
Oakland
CA
403,887
82.4
19.8
62.7
7,984
25,316
33,300
Source: FBI Crime in the United States, 2013 . The FBI's Crime in the United States, 2013 is the source for all population figures and
all reported crime contained in the report, with the exception of Virginia Beach. Population figures for Virginia Beach were adjusted to
match Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service at the University of Virginia. Virginia Beach crime figures differ somewhat from
official figures released by the Virginia Beach Police Department. The above chart provides a quick comparison of cities with similar
populations only. The FBI cautions against ranking cities dues to the unique attributes that may impact crime in any specific city.
Refer to: http://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/ucr-statistics-their-proper-use
Virginia B each
vs .
H ampton R oads
2014 Part I Crime Rate Per 1,000 Residents
South Hampton Roads* vs. Virginia Beach
South Hampton
Roads*
Virginia Beach % Difference
Crime Type
Violent Crimes
Property Crimes
Total Crimes
4.2
38.4
42.6
1.5
21.7
23.2
-64.2%
-43.4%
-45.5%
5-Year Trend for Total Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents
2014 Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents
South Hampton Roads* vs. Virginia Beach
50.0
50.0
45.0
40.0
40.0
30.0
35.0
20.0
30.0
10.0
25.0
0.0
Violent Crimes
Property Crimes
South Hampton Roads*
Total Crimes
20.0
2010
Virginia Beach
2011
Virginia Beach
2012
2013
2014
National
5-Year Trend for Property Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents
5-Year Trend for Violent Crime Rate per 1,000 Residents
45.0
9.0
8.0
40.0
7.0
6.0
35.0
5.0
4.0
30.0
3.0
2.0
25.0
1.0
0.0
2010
2011
Virginia Beach
2012
2013
2014
National
20.0
2010
2011
Virginia Beach
2012
2013
2014
National
Source: National data from Offense Data Table 16 in FBI Crime in the United States for 2010 to 2013. Includes only cities with populations
over 250,000. National crime rates for 2014 are not yet available. South Hampton Roads’* rates represent average crime rate per 1,000
residents for Chesapeake, Hampton, Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Suffolk. All crime rates exclude arson.
*South Hampton Roads was redefined to exclude Newport News. Newport News crime data was unavailable. Prior year numbers will not
match previous reports due to the removal of Newport News.
C alls
for
S ervice
Calls for Service Summary
In 2014, VBPD uniform patrol answered 176,474 calls for service. Total calls were down by almost 2 percent (or 3,500
calls) when compared to 2013. The most frequent call types were Burglar Alarm calls, Assist Citizen calls, Cellular
911 Hang-Up calls and Suspicious Person or Auto calls. Call types that increased in volume between 2013 and 2014
include Warrant Transfer (up by 10.9 percent or 740 calls), Pick Up Prisoner (up by 29.4 percent or 605 calls), and
Burglar Alarm (up by 3.5 percent or 512 calls).
Calls by Day of Week
30,000
29,000
28,000
27,000
26,000
25,000
24,000
23,000
22,000
21,000
20,000
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thr
Fri
Sat
Calls by Time of Day
12,000
10,000
8,000
6,000
4,000
2,000
0
00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23
Source: CADSCurr.
C alls
for
S ervice
10-Year Comparison of Calls for Service Activity
Total #
# Of Police
# Of
# Of Crimes
# Of
# Of Officers
Year
Population
Of Calls
Dispatched
Calls For
Service
Part I
Crimes
per 1,000
Residents
Police
Officers
per 1,000
Population
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
436,156
435,001
434,058
436,944
437,275
437,994
441,246
447,489
449,628
451,672
357,369
359,633
374,881
433,485
367,375
361,934
354,385
347,478
342,307
329,601
311,909
314,335
323,161
335,765
318,482
313,107
302,102
294,831
289,260
275,739
14,743
14,232
14,062
13,812
14,317
14,144
13,070
12,644
11,993
10,498
33.6
33.6
32.4
32.2
31.4
32.6
32.2
29.4
26.7
23.2
817
817
817
816
816
806
806
806
806
806
1.9
1.9
1.9
1.9
1.9
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
1.8
Source: Total # of Calls Dispatched include Fire and Rescue dispatches from Emergency Communications.
Police calls for service from CADSData.dbo.CADSHist. Total Police calls for service include only Uniform Patrol
calls (including traffic stops) and Animal Control calls. Number of crimes per 1,000 residents include UCR Part I
Crimes only. 2005-2009, 2011-2014 population figures provided by the Weldon Cooper Center at
University of Virginia. 2010 population reported by the Census Bureau.
10-Year Comparison of Dispatched Calls for Service
500,000
450,000
400,000
350,000
Fire
300,000
Rescue
250,000
Police
200,000
Total
150,000
100,000
50,000
0
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
C alls
for
S ervice
2014 Uniform Patrol Calls for Service by Precinct by Frequency
Call Description
Burglar Alarm
Assist Citizen
Cellular 911 Hang-Up Call
Suspicious Person Or Auto
Dispute - Boyfriend/Girl Friend
Accident Property Damage
Domestic - Neighbor Or Family Related
Warrant Transfer
Traffic/Parking Problem
Disabled Vehicle, Wrecker Required
Larceny
Public Nuisance/Loud Party
Assist Rescue
Intoxicated Subject
Narcotics
Accident Hit And Run
Destruction Of Private Property
Pick Up Prisoner
Assault
Assist Officer
Trespassing
Lost/Found Property
Firearm Violation
911 Hang Up Call
Driving Under Influence
Juvenile Problem
Abandoned Vehicle
Missing Person/Runaway
Burglary-Residence
Accident With Personal Injury
Residential Parking Problem
Traffic Light Malfunction
Stolen/Unauthorized Use Of Vehicle
Fight/Riot In Progress
Disorderly Subject(S)
Suicide Attempt
Mental
Temporary Detention Order
Shoplifting
All Points Bulletin
Medical Alarm, Assist Rescue
Fraud
Firework
Assist Fire Department
Report All Intoxicated Driver
Assist Animal Control
Task Force Inspection
Telephone Calls
First Second
Third Fourth
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Other
3,872
2,709
2,858
2,589
1,542
2,286
2,078
5,255
1,386
1,630
1,045
1,046
677
467
616
627
697
1,750
537
527
389
322
501
539
382
534
495
415
393
422
0
365
214
182
93
263
177
208
268
190
129
141
189
154
192
169
155
158
2,781
3,697
3,082
2,936
2,792
1,753
1,550
1,100
1,759
1,196
1,640
1,431
1,239
2,077
853
655
623
326
831
615
797
937
376
376
884
324
277
377
362
310
1,297
208
270
460
582
249
274
676
217
193
114
232
163
184
150
118
119
118
4,079
3,392
3,221
3,269
2,530
2,268
2,121
545
1,645
1,345
1,630
1,406
991
628
678
719
612
302
588
649
562
426
593
673
427
477
487
388
451
410
0
263
372
261
266
217
258
13
229
182
218
189
163
188
118
152
137
127
Source: CADSData.dbo.CADSCurr. Precinct based on geographic location.
4,595
3,178
3,357
3,190
2,289
2,809
2,526
656
1,449
1,933
1,424
1,503
924
442
702
726
741
283
586
702
564
458
668
536
328
650
588
631
522
539
1
340
304
242
174
249
249
10
154
231
285
149
185
128
178
174
142
148
0
2
0
1
0
1
1
0
1
0
0
3
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
7
0
0
Total
15,327
12,978
12,518
11,985
9,153
9,117
8,276
7,556
6,240
6,104
5,739
5,389
3,831
3,614
2,849
2,727
2,673
2,661
2,542
2,493
2,312
2,143
2,138
2,124
2,021
1,985
1,847
1,811
1,728
1,681
1,298
1,176
1,160
1,145
1,115
978
958
907
868
796
746
711
700
654
638
620
553
551
C alls
for
S ervice
2014 Uniform Patrol Calls for Service by Precinct by Frequency
Call Description
Code Red
Information
Crisis Intervention Event
Child Abuse/Neglect
Exposure
Emergency Custody Order
Suicide Attempt, Priority 1
Burglary-Business
Death Investigation/Code Grey
Sex Offense
Towing Dispute
Accident Involving Motorcycle
Robbery
Lost/Found Child
Suicide Attempt, Priority 2
Child Found
Accident Involving Bicycle
Funeral Escort
Accident Victim Pinned
Accident Pedestrian With Injury
Escort Motor Carrier Load
Throwing Objects At Vehicle
Overdose, Priority 1
Navigational Hazard
Boat In Distress
Contributing To Delinquincy
Deliver Message
Boating Violation
Stalking
Overdose, Priority 2
Surfing Violation
Insecure Building
Arson
Rape
Assault On Officer
Drowning Report
Game Warden Advance Case
Accident Minor Injury
Gunshot Wound
Lost Person
Personal Emergency Alarm
Assist Rescue-Stabbing
Disabled Vehicle On 264
Bomb Threat/Bomb Explosion
Accident,On Interstate
Stray Dog
Less than 25 Calls
First Second
Third Fourth
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct
108
116
146
134
99
141
121
130
92
102
144
137
125
96
115
101
46
153
50
51
95
121
23
27
57
64
61
74
51
72
89
43
49
67
43
91
50
59
57
68
21
124
40
36
50
51
46
72
31
52
71
60
37
74
34
49
42
41
49
42
33
70
37
30
32
64
39
29
19
28
57
38
44
27
29
41
25
43
40
32
50
15
31
40
23
16
27
50
29
34
23
28
1
86
23
0
13
65
24
0
32
26
19
20
20
21
20
33
2
57
31
0
31
26
13
18
19
16
23
19
4
70
0
0
16
17
21
15
17
9
23
18
20
15
19
12
11
35
10
6
18
38
3
2
52
6
2
18
20
11
10
3
13
19
23
0
50
0
0
12
13
17
3
10
12
11
9
4
14
17
7
7
3
5
11
3
4
7
11
0
0
1
1
61
51
42
51
Totals 43,363 45,923 42,602 44,516
Other
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
23
31
70
Total
504
491
475
437
300
266
256
255
250
234
221
219
214
194
174
170
164
142
141
140
136
116
114
110
102
97
94
90
88
77
74
69
67
66
62
61
60
59
58
50
45
42
42
26
25
25
236
176,474
Source: CADSData.dbo.CADSCurr. Precinct based on geographic location.
C alls
S ervice
for
Fort Story
220
330
331
Part I Crimes by
Patrol Zone
2014
4
329
221
Third
326
327
325
423
320
Second
328
321
323
228
NAS Oceana
426
428
Camp Pendleton
126
Dam Neck
425
128
421
225
129
127
Fourth
227
224
324
422
226
222
322
427
420
223
123
424
124
125
122
121
First
Calls for Service Density
Calls per Square Mile
644 - 2,322
2,323 - 3,714
3,715 - 4,737
4,738 - 7,129
7,130 - 12,070
120
Traffic
2014 Crash Data
General





There were 7,913 reported crashes in Virginia Beach in 2014, which
was a 2.8 percent decrease from 2013.
There were 2,362 reported Hit and Run crashes in Virginia Beach in
2014, which accounted for 29.8 percent of the total crashes reported.
In 2014, approximately 6.2 percent of crashes were alcohol and/or
drug related.
82 pedestrians were hit by motor vehicles in Virginia Beach in 2014,
resulting in 8 fatalities. Pedestrians/motor vehicle crashes were down
by 31.1 percent between 2013 and 2014.
There were 109 bicycle/motor vehicle crashes in Virginia Beach in
2014, which is a 0.9 percent decrease from 2013.
Fatal Crashes









There were 24 fatal crashes in 2014 in Virginia Beach, which resulted
in 27 fatalities.
8 of the 27 victims was a pedestrian.
7 of the 27 victims were riding a motorcycle or moped.
Seatbelts were not used in 5 (50 percent) of the 10 fatalities where
seatbelts were available (not included are any fatalities involving
motorcycles, pedestrians, or bicycles).
11(45.8 percent) of the 24 fatal crashes were alcohol/drug related.
In 8 of the 24 fatal crashes, the victim was under the influence of
alcohol/drugs and at fault.
4 of the 24 fatal crashes occurred between 11:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m.
13 of the 27 victims were 50 years of age or older.
3 of the 24 crashes (12.5 percent) were speed related.
Traffic
2014 Traffic Summonses and DUI Arrests
Description
All Other Moving Violations
Disregard Police Siren/Sign
Disregard Stop Sign
Disregarding Traffic Signal
Driving Under Influence
Failure To Keep Right
Failure To Yield
Following Too Close
Hit And Run/Leave Scene Of Accident
Improper Turning
Reckless Driving
Revoked Operator License
Speeding
Totals
First Second
Third
Fourth
Special
Precinct Precinct Precinct Precinct Operations
487
601
569
529
619
7
7
6
3
10
269
402
274
253
66
421
580
809
416
433
297
665
319
280
678
130
134
163
65
87
224
225
254
300
91
493
333
513
727
113
43
28
41
26
16
5
16
25
72
3
189
319
384
207
661
548
915
774
745
573
2,300
1,656
1,962
1,284
5,022
5,413
5,881
6,093
4,907
8,372
Other
22
0
11
20
12
3
7
5
12
2
18
66
140
318
Source: Pistol Arstats.
Note: Includes summonses issued to both adults and juveniles for moving violations only.
The numbers reflect the assignment of the officer at the time the summons was written.
DUI arrests do not match UCR arrest totals on page 33 due to differences in calculations.
5,413
First Precinct
5,881
Second Precinct
6,093
Third Precinct
4,907
Fourth Precinct
8,372
Special Operations
318
Other
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
Totals
2,827
33
1,275
2,679
2,251
582
1,101
2,184
166
123
1,778
3,621
12,364
30,984
Traffic
10-Year Crash Comparison by Category 2005 to 2014
Year
Number of
Crashes
Percent
Change
Population
Crashes
per 1,000
Residents
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
9,457
9,303
9,365
9,021
8,759
8,391
8,102
8,169
8,138
7,913
-1.6%
0.7%
-3.7%
-2.9%
-4.2%
-3.4%
0.8%
-0.4%
-2.8%
436,156
435,001
434,058
436,944
437,275
437,994
441,246
447,489
449,628
451,672
21.7
21.4
21.6
20.6
20.0
19.2
18.4
18.3
18.1
17.5
Percent of
Personal
Injury Crashes
Percent of
Alcohol/Drug
Related Crashes
11.5%
11.3%
10.8%
10.6%
10.6%
11.4%
9.8%
21.0%
22.5%
22.1%
8.7%
8.4%
7.3%
7.1%
6.4%
6.6%
6.2%
6.3%
6.0%
6.2%
Source: Foxpro Crash Databases/Pistol.
In 2007, changes in procedures resulted in hit and run crashes without injury to no longer require a crash report.
In 2009, changes in Virginia State Code increased the total property damage amount requirement from $1,000 to
$1,500. As a result, crashes with property damage less than $1,500 no longer required a crash report.
2005-2009 and 2011-2014 population figures provided by the Weldon Cooper Center. 2010 population reported by
the Census Bureau.
Crashes per 1,000 Residents
25.0
20.0
15.0
10.0
5.0
0.0
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Traffic
10-Year Crash Comparison by Category 2005 to 2014
Hit & Run Crashes
Year
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
Total
Crashes Hit & Run
9,457
9,303
9,365
9,021
8,759
8,391
8,102
8,169
8,138
7,913
Bicycle/Motor Vehicle Crashes
Percent
Of Total
2,263
2,249
2,623
2,502
2,525
2,419
2,423
2,460
2,554
2,362
23.9%
24.2%
28.0%
27.7%
28.8%
28.8%
29.9%
30.1%
31.4%
29.8%
Percent
Change
Year
Total
Crashes
-0.6%
16.6%
-4.6%
0.9%
-4.2%
0.2%
1.5%
3.8%
-7.5%
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
9,457
9,303
9,365
9,021
8,759
8,391
8,102
8,169
8,138
7,913
Pedestrians Killed
Year
Pedestrians
Killed
Total
Fatalities
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
7
2
6
4
6
4
4
4
1
8
28
20
24
30
23
18
26
15
23
27
Bicycle/Motor
Vehicle Crashes
125
112
143
132
93
106
116
113
110
109
Percent
Of Total
Percent
Change
1.3%
1.2%
1.5%
1.5%
1.1%
1.3%
1.4%
1.4%
1.4%
1.4%
-10.4%
27.7%
-7.7%
-29.5%
14.0%
9.4%
-2.6%
-2.7%
-0.9%
Pedestrian/Motor Vehicle Crashes
Percent
Pedestrians
Year
Total
Crashes
25.0%
10.0%
25.0%
13.3%
26.1%
22.2%
15.4%
26.7%
4.3%
29.6%
2005
2006
2007
2008
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
9,457
9,303
9,365
9,021
8,759
8,391
8,102
8,169
8,138
7,913
Source: Pistol.
Pedestrian/Motor
Vehicle Crashes
113
106
118
111
110
91
84
113
119
82
Percent
Of Total
Percent
Change
1.2%
1.1%
1.3%
1.2%
1.3%
1.1%
1.0%
1.4%
1.5%
1.0%
-6.2%
11.3%
-5.9%
-0.9%
-17.3%
-7.7%
34.5%
5.3%
-31.1%
Traffic
HighCrash
Crash Locations
20142014
High
Locations
Intersection
Number of Crashes
Within 150ft
47
45
39
38
37
33
32
31
30
28
28
Independence Bl/Virginia Beach Bl
Holland Rd/Rosemont Rd
Lynnhaven Pkwy/North Mall Dr & Avenger*
Indina River Rd/Kempsville Rd
Dam Neck Rd/General Booth Bl
Great Neck Rd/Virginia Beach Bl
First Colonial Rd/Virginia Beach Bl
Holland Rd/Lynnhaven Pw
Dam Neck Rd/Princess Anne Rd
Indian River Rd/Providence Rd
Lynnhaven Pkwy/Rosemont Rd
Personal Injury
Pedestrian
Involved
Fatalities
18
16
0
7
13
5
10
7
11
14
12
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
Source: PISTOL.
Note: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the data. Data includes crashes occurring within 150 feet of the intersection.
Due to spelling variations in the address, the number of crashes for the above intersections may be higher. Reports without cross streets
have been excluded.
*Location includes Hit and Run Incidents at Lynnhaven Mall
Fatal Fatal
Crash
Locations
Crash Locations
Alcohol/
Drug
Related
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
Yes
No
No
No
Yes
Unk
Yes
Unk
Yes
No
No
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
Yes
Fault
Victim
Location
Victim Position
Lynnhaven Pkwy/Pleasant Valley Rd
No
Driver
Connie Ln/5500 Blk
Yes
Driver*
Princess Anne Rd/1400 Blk
Yes
Driver
Indian River Rd/Sandra Ln
No
Driver*
Sandbridge Rd/1600 Blk
Yes
Driver
Yes
Driver
No
Passenger
No
Passenger
No
Passenger
Princess Anne Rd/Salem Rd
No
Passenger
Pacific Av/1700 Blk
No
Pedestrian
Shore Dr/800 Blk
Yes
Bicyclist
Virginia Beach Bl/4600 Blk
No
Driver*
Virginia Beach Bl/4000 Blk
Yes
Pedestrian
Indian River Rd/3600 Blk
Yes
Driver*
Pacific Av/2200 Blk
Yes
Bicyclist
General Booth Bl/1200 Blk
Yes
Driver*
Winter Park Ct/1800 Blk
Yes
Pedestrian
Rosemont Rd S/Silina Dr
No
Driver*
Shore Dr/2500 Blk
Yes
Pedestrian
Independence Bl/Silverleaf Dr
No
Passenger
Pleasant Valley Rd/4700 Blk
Yes
Driver*
Plaza Tl/4500 Blk
Yes
Pedestrian
New Bridge Rd/3000 Blk
Yes
Driver
Providence Rd/5200 Blk
No
Pedestrian
Rosedale Ct/2000 Blk
No
Pedestrian
Shore Dr/3200 Blk
Yes
Pedestrian
Summary
24 fatal crashes resulting in 27 fatalities
Seat belts were not used in 5 (50%) of the 10 fatalities where seatbelts were available
(Fatalities involving motorcycles, pedestrians, or bicycles were not included in seat belt figures)
Date
01/05/14
02/25/14
03/29/14
04/02/14
04/07/14
04/16/14
04/16/14
04/16/14
04/16/14
04/30/14
05/04/14
05/12/14
06/03/14
06/07/14
07/06/14
07/26/14
08/08/14
09/06/14
09/14/14
09/18/14
10/03/14
10/17/14
11/13/14
11/19/14
11/21/14
12/01/14
12/24/14
Source: Pistol/traffic.mdb fatal14.
*Denotes a motorcycle or moped driver.
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