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Central Station Newsletter

S a n F ra n c i s co Po l i ce

De p a rtme nt

Inside this issue:

Captain’s Message 1-2

Crimes of Note 4-7

Featured Citizen of the

Month

8-9

Featured Officer of the

Month

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Press Releases 12-

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Events 14-

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Career Opportunity 16-

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Community Calendar 18

Central District Map 19

Resource Information 20

Volume , IssueMarch 31, 2016

Captain Lazar’s Message

Captain David Lazar

Commanding Officer Central Station

Congratulations to Inspector Stephen Paulsen

Yesterday we celebrated the retirement of InspectorPaulsen for his service to the Department for over 32years. Inspector Paulsen, for the last 7 years of hiscareer, has been assigned to Central Station’sInvestigations Team. He has been personallyresponsible for the capture of hundreds of autoburglars and has solved cases in our district fromrobberies to burglaries and assaults. He has served asa role model to our younger officers for an officer tohave that much time in the Department and still be oneof the most productive crime fighting officers at CentralStation. Inspector Paulsen was selected Investigator ofthe year at Central Station in 2014. We wish him wellin his retirement.

Partnership with the Community

A true partnership is when officers and members of the community are workingtogether to come up with strategies to address crime and disorder and then putthat plan in place in order to accomplish our common goal.

I make it a point to be accessible to everyone and I enjoy meeting with thecommunity and listening to the concerns of the residents and merchants. Please feelfree to reach out to me via email or invite me to a meeting in the community. Youare also welcome to attend my monthly community meeting which is held on the 3rd

Thursday of the month from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The location varies as I believeit is important to host the monthly meeting in the various neighborhoods. I had agood turnout for the last two meetings. The next meeting will be held on Thursday,April 21, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. at Hotel Rex, 562 Sutter Street. In addition to a guestspeaker, I will bring out the local beat officers or sector car officers for you tomeet.

Cameron House Community Event

On Saturday May 7, 2016 at around 2:00 p.m., I look forward to participate intheir dunk tank as part of their event. I will have more details in the coming weeksand I look forward everyone coming out and to try their best in getting me to fall inthe water!

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Central Police Station

Police Commission

The San Francisco Police Commission will have their meeting in the Central Police District on Wednesday,May 18, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Gordon J. Lau elementary school located at940 Clay Street. I will provide an overview of the Central District. I invite everyone to this importantmeeting.

Distracted Driving Month

April is distracted driving month. We will continue our work to enforce laws around distracted driving.Please be careful to not be distracted while driving. See the enclosed press release in this week’snewsletter. Speaking of traffic safety, Central Station Officers last Saturday issued 7 citations at Broadwayand Powell Streets for vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

Great Police Work

I would like to conclude this week’s newsletter by highlighting some recent outstanding police work:

On March 8, 2016 at approximately 2:28 a.m., Officers Srinivas, Battle, Johnson, Zamora and Williamscaptured two burglars on the unit block of Green Street. The suspects were captured and were inpossession of wire cutters, a crow bar, a grinder and other tools. A great arrest!

On March 19, 2016 at approximately 7:25 p.m., a juvenile was robbed on the 800 block of Jackson. Afteran extensive investigation lead by Sergeant Do, the Juvenile suspects were taken into custody a few dayslater.

On March 22, 2016 at approximately 1:30 p.m., Officer Kimberly Ng arrested a robbery suspect on the1200 block of Stockton Street. The suspect had taken the victim’s wallet and money.

Last, Officer Tiumalu, was made aware that an I phone was stolen. The victim was able to indicate via hisphone that it was stolen and how it could be returned. The suspect communicated with the victim and saidthat for $200, the victim could get his phone back. The suspect attempted to be creative by telling thevictim to go to a particular ice cream store, buy an ice cream sandwich and place the $200 underneath thesandwich. What the suspect did not realize is that the victim would be accompanied by Officers Tiumalu,Clendenen and Kresley. The officers and the victim appeared at the store and placed the suspect underarrest. Great police work!

Vacation

I will be on vacation beginning this evening, returning next Thursday April 7, 2016. In my absence, Lieuten-ant Molly Pengel will serve as the Acting Captain. She may be reached on my phone line at 415-315-2480 or at [email protected].

Have a great weekend!

Captain David LazarCentral Station

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Congratulations to

Inspector Paulsen for his

retirement on March 30, 2016

after 32 years of service!

Deputy Chief Redmond, Inspector

Paulsen and Captain Lazar

Commander Moser, Inspector

Paulsen and Captain Lazar

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Robberies

Assault/Battery/Violent Crimes

Theft/Shoplifting


Crimes of Note

Definitions

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

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

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

serious bodily injury.

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

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

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

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

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

3/25 12:00pm Robbery, With OtherWeaponUnit block of Columbus

An unknown suspect approached the victim and reached in hispocket, as if to simulate a weapon. The suspect demanded moneyand fearing for her safety, the victim gave the suspect money. Thesuspect fled away.

3/26 10:41pm Robbery, With GunGreen/Taylor

An unknown suspect pointed a gun at the victim and demanded thevictim’s cell phone and wallet. Fearing for his safety, the victimgave the suspect his cell phone and wallet. The suspect fled away.

3/26 11:00pm Robbery, With ForceStockton/Geary

Four unknown suspects surrounded the victim and demanded thevictim’s properties. Fearing for his safety, the victim dropped hisbackpack. The suspects took the backpack and fled away.

3/27 9:00pm Robbery, With OtherWeapon2700 block of Taylor

An unknown suspect struck the victim in the head with a stick and asecond suspect kicked the victim in the chest. The suspects took thevictim’s duffel bag and fled away.

3/29 2:47pm Robbery, Commercial,With Force600 block of Market

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole eyeglasses. Anemployee confronted the suspect, but the threatened to kill theemployee. The employee feared for her safety and told thesuspect to leave. The suspect threw bread at the employee as hewalked out.

3/24 10:10am BatteryUnit block of Grant

An unknown suspect got upset when he was greeted at the door.The suspect screamed at the victim and pushed the victim.

3/29 1:31pm BatteryBush/Sansome

An unknown suspect punched the victim in the face and fled away.

3/22 2:10am Theft, From Building2500 block of Larkin

An unknown suspect used a tree branch and reached into the gateand stole mail and a package.

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3/22 11:39am Theft, Shoplifting500 block of Beach

An unknown suspect entered the store with a suitcase and filledthe suitcase with clothing from the store and fled away.

3/22 4:30pm Theft, From Building300 block of Market

An unknown suspect entered the office and stole cell phones.

3/23 1:55am Theft, Other Property300 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect stole the store sidewalk sign that was leftoutside of the store.

3/23 1:10pm Theft, From LockedVehicleLombard/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window andstole bags, containing a video camera, chargers, headphones andglasses.

3/23 3:10pm Theft, From LockedVehicle800 block of Chestnut

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stolebackpacks, containing a laptop, chargers, sunglasses and clothing.

3/23 3:50pm Theft, ShopliftingUnit block ofMontgomery

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole shirts.

3/23 4:45pm Theft, From LockedVehicleFilbert/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect passports, wallets and a cell phone from thevehicle. It is unknown how the suspect gain entry to the vehicle.

3/23 7:45pm Theft, From LockedVehicle2300 block of Stockton

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole a briefcase, containing a laptop and passport.

3/23 8:23pm Theft, Shoplifting400 block of Post

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole shoes.

3/23 10:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicleBeach/Jones

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window andstole a purse.

3/24 10:50am Theft, From UnlockedVehicle1200 block ofSacramento

An unknown suspect stole a cell phone from the unlocked vehicle.

3/24 12:00pm Theft, Pickpocket700 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s cell phone from the victim’sjacket pocket.

3/24 12:30pm Theft, Other PropertyMarket/Fremont

An unknown suspect stood behind the victim as the victim withdrewmoney from the ATM. After the victim left, the suspect withdrewmoney from the victim’s account.

3/24 3:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicleUnit block of Bay

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole a laptop and passports.

3/24 7:03pm Theft, Vehicle500 block of Taylor

Stolen vehicle.

3/25 3:00am Theft, From Building300 block of Powell

Two unknown suspects met the victim at a bar and invited thevictim to their hotel room. When the victim was in the bathroom,the suspects stole the victim’s wallet and cell phone and fledaway.

3/25 8:30am Theft, From Building400 block of Geary

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s backpack which was placedunattended outside of the bathroom stall.

3/25 11:00am Theft, Shoplifting200 block of Stockton

Three unknown suspects entered the store and stole purses.

3/25 2:20pm Theft, Shoplifting100 block of O’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole watches. The suspect wasstopped by security outside of the store. The suspect also had anoutstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/25 4:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicle1100 block of Columbus

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole a backpack, containing chargers.

3/25 5:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicleLarkin/Union

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole abackpack, containing art materials.

3/25 5:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicleLombard/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front windowand stole laptop bags, containing a laptop, passports,identification cards and money.

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3/25 6:15pm Theft, From LockedVehicleSutter/Taylor

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole a camera bag, containing a camera and lenses.

3/25 6:30pm Theft, From LockedVehiclePowell/North Point

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front windowand a backpack.

3/25 7:00pm Theft, From LockedVehiclePacific/Battery

An unknown suspect stole a messenger bag, containing a laptop,passport, eyeglasses and medication. It is unknown how thesuspect gain entry to the vehicle.

3/25 7:31pm Theft, From PersonJefferson/Taylor

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s cell phone from the victim’shands.

3/25 9:05pm Theft, BicycleWashington/Kearny

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s bicycle from the dockingstation before the lock activated.

3/25 10:00pm Theft, From Building400 block of Geary

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s purse which was hanging onthe chair behind the victim.

3/26 1:25pm Theft, Shoplifting800 block of Geary

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole clothing.

3/26 2:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicle800 block of Pine

An unknown suspect stole a garage door opener, chargers andheadphones from the vehicle. It is unknown how the suspect gainentry to the vehicle.

3/26 5:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicle1400 block of Sansome

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole backpacks, containing a laptop and teddy bears.

3/26 6:30pm Theft, Vehicle500 block of Grant

Stolen vehicle.

3/26 8:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicleUnit block of Bay

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stolesuitcases, containing a laptop, camera, music player, jewelry,money and clothing.

3/27 2:43pm Theft, Shoplifting2700 block of Taylor

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole jeans.

3/27 3:00pm Theft, VehicleFilbert/Hyde

Stolen vehicle.

3/27 3:30pm Theft, From BuildingStockton/Jackson

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet from the victim’s pursewhich was placed on the counter with the victim’s back to thepurse.

3/27 3:50pm Theft, From LockedVehicle500 block of Beach

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front windowand stole a backpack, containing a passport, shoes andmedication.

3/27 4:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicleChestnut/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole apassport, jewelry, money and credit cards.

3/27 4:30pm Theft, PickpocketPier 41

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

3/28 6:30am Theft, From UnlockedVehicle1100 block of Bush

An unknown suspect entered the unlocked vehicle and stole asuitcase and backpacks, containing passports, laptops, cameraand clothing.

3/28 2:21pm Theft, From LockedVehicle2200 block of Stockton

An unknown suspect shattered a window and stole a bag,containing a laptop, tablet, sunglasses and chargers.


An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole bag,containing glasses and money.

3/28 4:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicle100 block of Broadway

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window andstole a backpack, containing a laptop, money and sunglasses.

3/28 5:45pm Theft, PickpocketMarket/3rd

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

3/28 6:45pm Theft, From LockedVehicleNorth Point/Taylor

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole abackpack and suitcase, containing a cell phone, wallet, passportand clothing.

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Miscellaneous


3/28 7:30pm Theft, From LockedVehicleLombard/Hyde

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear windowand stole a backpack and purse, containing passports, creditcards, money and vitamins.

3/29 12:22pm Theft, From Building300 block of Powell

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s backpack which was placedon top of a table next to the victim.

3/29 12:25pm Theft, From Person200 block of Powell

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s bag, containing a passportand wallet, which was left unattended at a table.

3/29 12:30pm Theft, Shoplifting100 block of O’Farrell

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


An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole bags,containing passports, tablets, laptop, cell phone, money andclothing.

3/29 3:00pm Theft, From LockedVehicleGreenwich/Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front windowand stole bags, containing a tablet, cell phone, wallet, watch andsunglasses.

3/22 5:00pm Burglary, Commercial1100 block ofEmbarcadero

An unknown suspect forced open the front door. It is unknown atthis time what was taken.

3/23 11:22am Recovered VehicleUnit block of Post

Recovered vehicle.

3/23 3:00pm Burglary, Attempt,Residence800 block of Pacific

An unknown suspect tried to force open the front door anddamaged the door, but was not able to gain entry to theresidence.

3/24 3:21pm Arson1200 block of Pine

An unknown suspect started a fire in the carport.

3/25 12:08am TrespassingGeary/Mason

The two suspects climbed up and was standing on the scaffolding.Citations issued.

3/25 12:30am Vandalism, Graffiti700 block of California

An unknown suspect spray painted on the roadway to the parkinglot.

3/25 7:18am Burglary, CommercialUnit block of Maiden

An unknown suspect forced open the front door and stole tablets,money, wallets, clothing and jewelry.

3/25 11:18am Warrant ArrestLarkin/Union

The suspect was looking into parked vehicles. A computer checkshows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/25 6:00pm Recovered Vehicle1400 block of Sansome

Recovered vehicle. Arrest made.

3/26 12:06pm Warrant ArrestPowell/Jefferson

The suspect was trying to start a fight. A computer check shows thesuspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/26 9:08pm Warrant Arrest600 block of Market

The suspect was harassing the victim. A computer check shows thesuspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/26 10:19pm Warrant ArrestCalifornia/Powell

The suspect was driving with a broken headlamp. A computercheck shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/26 11:15pm Recovered Vehicle600 block of Post

Recovered vehicle. Arrest made.

3/27 1:06am Warrant Arrest400 block of Broadway

The suspect was crossing the street against a red light. A computercheck shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/27 3:25pm Warrant Arrest2800 block of Taylor

The suspect was drinking a can of beer in public. A computercheck shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/27 6:30pm Vandalism, VehicleBay/Kearny

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window ofthe vehicle.

3/29 5:00am Burglary, Hot Prowl800 block of Geary

An unknown suspect entered the hotel room through the openwindow and stole a cell phone and charger. The victims wereawaken by a dog barking at the suspect.

3/29 9:42am Warrant Arrest100 block of Shannon

The suspect jaywalked and a computer check shows the suspecthad an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

3/29 12:00pm Recovered Vehicle1000 block ofColumbus

Recovered vehicle.

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1) How long have you lived in San Francisco?

6 years

2) What is your favorite thing about the Central District?

Central District is quintessential San Francisco; it contains many of the iconic things that welove about San Francisco.

3) What is your connection or involvement with the Central District?

I am part of the Fisherman’s Wharf Community Benefit District. I am also involved in a lotof committee work, and co-chair of Captain Lazar’s CPAB.

4) What are some of the significant changes that you have noticed in the Central District inthe last 5 years?

I have noticed the steady increase of improvements and beautification projects around thedistrict.

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Each month Central Police Station features a citizen

who represents the unique flavor of the Central

Police District. This month we interviewed Troy

Campbell. Troy is part of the Fisherman’s Wharf

Community Benefit District and co-chair of the

Central Community Police Advisory Board.

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Troy Campbell grew up in Eastern Washington and spent most of his adulthood inbeautiful Seattle, WA. While in WA, Troy worked as a National Park Ranger at MountRainier and Badlands National Parks. Eventually work brought Troy down to SanFrancisco, where he has been since July of 2010. Troy jumped right into his newcommunity and became very involved in community events. Troy works closely withCaptain Lazar as a co-chair on his Community Police Advisory Board.

Troy always has great ideas and shows his commitment to our community.

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Each month Central Police Station features one

of its officers in an effort to learn more about the

men and women who police our neighborhood.

This month, we interviewed Officer Darla McBride,

an 2-year member of Central Police Station.

Officer Darla McBride was born in Butte County in Northern California, where she was

raised on a farm. She graduated high school from Tokay High School in Lodi, CA; after

graduating she traveled around the states. After traveling the US, she decided to build a

house in Murphy’s, CA before attending San Francisco State University where she received

a Bachelor’s Degree in Speech and Communication.

Officer McBride decided to become a police officer after being involved in a fatal head

on accident, where her boyfriend was killed. Due to the well trained and knowledgeable

medics who arrived on scene, they saved Officer McBride’s life, which inspired her to

become a first responder.

Officer McBride entered the San Francisco Police Academy in 2001. After graduating fromthe San Francisco Police Academy, Officer McBride was assigned to Tenderloin Station forfield training. After she completed field training, she was assigned to Richmond Station forher probation. When she finished her probation, she was assigned to Southern Station,where she joined the Homeless Outreach team with Captain Lazar. While at SouthernStation, Officer McBride worked several different positions, she was a School ResourceOfficer, the station keeper, and on patrol.

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In 2014, she decided to take her transfer to come to Central Station. She was assigned

to patrol and is currently our wagon Officer. As the wagon Officer, she assists the patrol

Officers on a daily basis, utilizes her homeless outreach training, and transports

prisoners to and from the station and County Jail. Officer McBride is very happy with

her position as the wagon Officer at Central Station.

Her ultimate goal is to remain happy and healthy for the duration of her career. Herfavorite saying is, “When you smile, the world smiles with you. When you’re sad, you’resad alone. Kindness and laughter is contagious.”

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CENTRAL COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Community Meeting Location:

Hotel Rex

562 Sutter Street

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

April 2016Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Meeting

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

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EMERGENCY: 911

Non-Emergency: 553-0123

Cell Phone 911: 911

Customer Service Center: 311

Central Station: 315-2400

Captain David Lazar 315-2480 [email protected]

Lt. Valerie Matthews –Investigations

315-2400 [email protected]

Lt. Molly Pengel (Days)

Lt. Jody Kato (Days)



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

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

Anonymous Tip-Line 392-2623

S.A.F.E. 553-1984

Website: www.centralpolicestation.org

SFPD Tip Line:

Chinese Tip Line:

575-4444

315-2435

Text a Tip: 847411 (Tip 411)

Blessing Scam Hotline: 553-9219

Graffiti Abatement: 850-6951

Central Events: 315-2440 – Sergeant Patrick Tobin

Central Permits: 315-2423 – Officer Steve Matthias

Code Abatement: 315-2417 – Sergeant Alex Takaoka

Deputy City Attorney: 554-3820 – Jill Cannon

Dept. of Parking & Traffic: 553-1943

DPW Dispatch 695-2020

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

Chinatown Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Howard Chu, SamYuen, Navin Chan & Danny Guo

Union Square Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Tom Cunnane, JimHoran, Tiffany Gunter, TimothyWhatley & Andrew Rechsteiner

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

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

Ping Yuen: 315-2400 – Officers Mark Milligan,Tina To, Kimberly Ng & VanessaJohnson

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

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