Community Incident Notification Follow Up

On May 13th, 2020, Chief Roth sent a message to the Suisun City Community regarding an interaction between a resident and a former Suisun City Police Officer. This interaction occurred on May 10th, 2020. A Public Records Act Request has since been submitted to the city for video footage of this incident. The following links will take you to three separate videos related to this interaction. The videos were filmed by the body worn cameras of officers at the scene.

These videos are subject to redaction pursuant to California Penal Code § 832.7(b)(5) and (b)(6). Specifically, the videos were redacted by either removing audio, or blurring images, for the following reasons:

· To preserve the anonymity of complainants and witnesses.
· To protect confidential medical information.
· To protect the privacy of individuals and their family members in order to protect their safety in relation to the incident and to avoid potential identity theft.

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Previous Message from Suisun City Police Chief Aaron Roth to the Suisun City Community:

May 13, 2020

I was very disappointed to learn about the actions of one of our officers during an interaction with a resident over the weekend. The incident and the officer’s behavior are not indicative of the values of this organization, nor are they a reflection of the hard work of the women and men of this department. We have worked hard over the years to show our community we value them and want to partner with them. Our partnership with the community is vital to the work we do.

This is an unfortunate incident that we will use as a learning opportunity to do better as we continue to work with our community to make Suisun City a better place for everyone. On behalf of the Suisun City Police Department, I would like to publicly apologize to the residents involved in this incident and to the entire community.

Sincerely,
Chief Aaron Roth

Community Incident Notification

Over the weekend one of our Suisun City Police Officers was involved in an unfortunate interaction with a resident while responding to a call for service.

During that incident, the officer involved used language that was not appropriate and not within the standards of the Suisun City Police Department.

The City of Suisun City and the Suisun City Police Department want to assure our residents that this type of behavior is not tolerated by any measure.


“I was very disappointed to learn about the actions of one of our officers during an interaction with a resident over the weekend,” said Police Chief Aaron Roth. “The incident and the officer’s behavior are not indicative of the values of this organization, nor are they a reflection of the hard work of the women and men of this department.

“We have worked hard over the years to show our community we value them and want to partner with them,” Chief Roth said. “Our partnership with the community is vital to the work we do. On behalf of the Suisun City Police Department, I would like to publicly apologize to the residents involved and to the community.”

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Now Recruiting Police Officers – Entry-level, Academy Graduate, Lateral

The Police Department is now accepting applications for entry-level Police Officers and regular Police Officers (recent Academy graduates and laterals).

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Suisun City Police Dept Annual Report

The Suisun City Police Department is grateful to serve such a supportive community. The women and men of the Suisun City Police Department strive to exemplify a high level of professionalism and compassion to everyone. Please take a few moments to review the Suisun City Police Department’s current and previous Annual Reports for a small snapshot of our crime statistics, achievements and department goals.

This report is issued at this time as a result of the need to compile annual crime statistics prior to release.

The report is available here: 2020 SCPD Annual Report

The 2019 report is available here: 2019 SCPD Annual Report

The 2018 report is available here: 2018 Annual Report

Combat Residential Crime with Doorbell Video System

The Police Department is always looking for new ideas to combat residential burglaries and property crimes, which too often victimize our residents. Most residential burglaries start at the front door and occur during the daytime hours when homes are unoccupied.

Law Enforcement officers are witnessing an ongoing pattern used by burglars as they look for a potential residence to victimize. The criminal will ring the doorbell or knock on the front door in an attempt to determine whether anyone is home. If nobody answers the door, the subject will enter the back or side yard and break into your home. If someone answers the door the criminal is prepared. He or she may tell you they are looking for someone and believed this was the correct residence. Some will possess a “prop” of some kind to indicate they are selling a product such as magazines or cleaning products.

Doorbell-CameraIn addition to burglary, police departments nationwide are witnessing an increase in the number of package thefts being reported. As online shopping increases, the number of packages being delivered to front doors and porches is also increasing, thus creating new opportunities for criminals.

A new tool being used to combat these issues is a video camera doorbell. These cameras replace your doorbell button and can provide you with instant alerts when someone is at your front door whether you are home or away. Skybell-Door-Home-Security-CamerasIn addition, the recording capability allows additional opportunities for Police to quickly identify suspects as they are captured on video by using your home Wi-Fi connection.

Video footage is becoming a valuable tool in the apprehension and prosecution of criminals. There is tremendous value in seeing who is at your door when you are away, but seeing who is at your door when you are home is even more important.

There are many different designs and manufacturers of these cameras including but not limited to the following:

If this type of added security interests you, I encourage you to do your research, read reviews, and consider all of the different options in order to select the product best suited for your home.

If you have any questions please contact me at (707) 421-7353.

Stay safe,

Aaron Roth
Chief of Police

FBI Launches Child ID Mobile App

Free mobile app to store photos and vital info about one’s childrenWashington, D.C. – The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has launched its first mobile application—the Child ID App. This free mobile app provides a convenient place to electronically store photos and vital information about one’s children that can be easily provided to authorities if a child goes missing.

The app allows users to send information—including pictures or other physical identifiers such as height and weight—to authorities with a few clicks. It also provides tips on keeping children safe and guidance on what to do in the first few crucial hours after a child goes missing.

The Child ID App is currently available for use on iPhones and can be downloaded for free from the App Store on iTunes. The FBI is planning to expand the tool to other types of mobile devices in the near future.

Resources:

Learn more about the FBI’s Child ID App at www.fbi.gov/news/stories/2011/august/child_080511.

The FBI’s Child ID App can be downloaded for free from the App Store on iTunes at itunes.apple.com/us/app/fbi-child-id/id446158585?ls=1&mt=8.

Online Crime Reporting Now Available

Save Time and Quickly File a Crime Report Online

Suisun City, CA – The Suisun City Police Department E-Services continue to be enhanced with the latest launch of the online reporting system. Individuals may file reports for harassing telephone calls and identity theft. Additional reports types will be available in the near future.

The system allows members of the public to file a report at a convenient time without having to wait for an officer to respond or call them back. Individuals can print a temporary copy of the report upon completion. Once the final report is approved, a copy will be e-mailed to the individual at no cost.

The system will allow officers more available time for proactive enforcement and patrol, while providing a convenient solution for members of the public. This system is part of a suite of E-Services available at the Suisun City Police Department’s website, including the ability to apply for an alarm permit, request extra patrol, pay a citation, and obtain a copy of a traffic collision report.

As with all the E-Services, the new online crime reporting system is optional. Individuals who desire personal contact by an officer may still contact the Suisun City Police Department at (707) 421-7373.

E-Services Enhanced: Apply for an Alarm User Permit Online

As we continue to expand our online e-services, we are pleased to announce that your can now apply for an Alarm User Permit from our website. Once you complete the application and make payment using a credit card or PayPal account it will be submitted for approval. Once the application is approved, an Alarm User Permit will be e-mailed to you. The entire process is paperless and saves a trip to the Police Department.

The Alarm User Permit notifies the Police Department of active alarm systems within City limits and is necessary to use an alarm system whether residential or commercial per City Ordinance 9.24.120.