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In this issue:1. Highlighted

Department- Full Time SWAT

2. Special Investigation- Marijuana THC Extraction

3. Awards Ceremony

4. K9 Tryouts

5. Project Lifesaver

6. Letters to the Sheriff

7. Crime Trends - Target Credit Card Breach

8. Contact Information

Franklin County Sheriff

Zach scott

COUNTY STARFranklin COunty Sheriff’s Newsletter

January 2014

Franklin County Sheriff ’s Office http://sheriff.franklincountyohio.gov Community Relations (614) 525-4507 Find us on [email protected] and follow us on Twitter @OHFCSO

Dear Reader,

It is a new year, the time when most people decide to make resolutions. There is a simple resolution everyone should put on their list for 2014 and that is to put your seat belt on every time you get into a motor vehicle!

Seat belts do in fact save lives! It is Ohio Law. In 2013, the Traffic Crash Unit of the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office investigated 24 fatal crashes in Franklin County. Of the 24 crashes, 10 involved pedestrians and motorcycles and the other 14 involved one or two or more motor vehicles. Eight victims were not wearing seat belts. Had seat belts been used, lives could have been saved.

Resolutions are made to better our lives, so remember to put your seat belt on and remind others as well. It will be one the easiest resolutions to follow and it will save your life.

-Sheriff Zach Scott

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Highlighted Departments

Full Time SWATBeginning January 13, 2014, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office will transition to having a full time SWAT team. The full-time SWAT team will possess 17 deputies. For years, members of the Franklin County SWAT team have worked their regular shifts, and then moved onto a SWAT call if needed. With deputies focused solely on their duties on the SWAT team, response times will significantly decrease. It makes much more sense to have a highly trained and capable unit, available on-duty, to respond quickly to any situation that would pose a significant risk to the citizen’s of Franklin County.

Although our SWAT team is already one of Ohio’s best trained in tactical operations, there will be some new training that comes with an expansion of their duties. A large portion of the responsibilities that come with our full time SWAT team is to work those thousands of outstanding arrest warrants more safely and effectively than we have in the past. They will also work closely in a supporting role to our narcotics and vice squads during covert operations that require a heightened response. As we have always done, we anticipate our full time SWAT to continue the great working relationships with our law enforcement partners throughout Central Ohio.

As part of the transition that begins in January, our cur-rent Warrants & Extraditions Squad will focus more of their efforts on the extraditions and transport of fugitives inside and outside the state who have been captured. Ensuring that fugitives from justice are returned to Franklin County will remain a priority for our Extraditions Squad.

The SWAT team has been called out about 120 times in 2013, 130 times in 2012, and 123 times in 2011.

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Special Investigations

Marijuana THC Extraction Narcotic investigators are continuously being challenged in an effort to stay ahead of the ever evolving “dope game.” And with the combination of social media, an intrigue for science, and the desire for a better “high,” investigators from the Sheriff’s Office and the Franklin County Drug Task Force must work harder to keep our streets safe.An example of this can be found in a new trend among an old drug such as marijuana.Over the last few years there have been significant changes occurring relative to its use. Historically, most of us are at least familiar with the fact that buds from the female marijuana plant are ground down and smoked using rolling papers, blunt wrappers, pipes, or bongs. For those wondering why, it is attributed to the female bud, which contains the most concentration of Tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, the primary element found in marijuana that provides the “high.” Lately, marijuana users have taken things to a whole new level.One of the newest methods gaining popularity is THC extraction and oils. By extracting the THC from the marijuana, the THC percentages increase dramatically for a much more intense “high.” The fact that the tools for the homemade methods to do so, can be purchased at local “head” shops like Waterbeds N Stuff or Cloud Nine, make things even more problematic for our investigators.The extremely dangerous and explosive process results in a gold or black colored sticky substance sometimes referred to as a “Dab,” which is then heated using a butane torch and smoked using devices such as an “Oil Rig” or a “Skillet.” Investigators are now finding that these “Dabs” are also being smoked using electronic or “E” cigarettes or by using vaporizers.Recently, explosions have occurred in Franklin County particularly in Grove City and the OSU campus area involving this process. Just last week the Sheriff’s Office investigators and the Franklin County Drug Task Force executed a search warrant at a residence located in the Groveport area after a marijuana growing operation was discovered in the basement. Investigators found a large amount of extracted marijuana, extraction devices, a large amount of butane, and other items used to make “Dabs.” Several criminal charges are being sought against those individuals responsible for possessing and manufacturing these dangerous drugs. It is believed this trend will continue to gain popularity and continue to evolve.For questions or more information contact: Chief Deputy Rick Minerd, Criminal Investigations Division 614-525-3308 or [email protected]

Patrol Deputy David Dauer

Investigations Deputy Joe Schluer

Franklin County Sheriff ’s Office Local Awards Ceremony

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Every year, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is proud to host a local awards ceremony to honor our deputies and civilians for their dedication and service to the citizens of Franklin County. We were proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of this year’s award recipients. They represent the core values and mission of the Sheriff’s Office. In order for the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office to accomplish its mission, its foundation must be set on the principals of solid leadership, integrity, and forward thinking. This year’s award recipients represent these qualities. A total of 158 awards were presented at a ceremony in the Franklin County Courthouse on December 16, 2013.

“In order for the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office to accomplish its mission, its foundation must be set on these principles of solid leadership, integrity, and forward thinking. I believe this year’s award recipients represent these qualities.” - Sheriff Zach Scott

Corrections Deputy Sherri Ward

Deputies of the Year

Office Citation Lieutenant Brian CrostonLieutenant Carl TrowbridgeSergeant Tim ChristianCorporal Tom LungCorporal Amber Benson (Renaker)Corporal Nate SmithDeputy David ArriagaDeputy Sean BradyDeputy Joel ChairezDeputy Scott DuffDeputy Anne DurbinDeputy Michael DurbinDeputy Jeff EdwardsDeputy Jeremy GabrielDeputy Tyler HartleyDeputy Billy IhrigDeputy Steven MartinkovichDeputy David MaynardDeputy Michael MeadeDeputy Matthew MillerDeputy Samuel MontroseDeputy Seth ReayDeputy Joseph SatterfieldDeputy Robert SchirtzingerDeputy John ThompsonDeputy Marsha TrowbridgeDeputy Anthony WinklerAgent Amy Allen, BCIOfficer Tye Downard, Reynoldsburg PDOfficer James Hummel, Madison PDOfficer Andy Wuertz, UAPD

Certificate of MeritSergeant Chris BeachSergeant Phil KarlovetzSergeant Anthony KolesarCorporal David AurigemmaCorporal Nate SmithCorporal Jeffrey ZechDeputy Kevin ChristieDeputy Jeremey CopasDeputy Sanford CraytonDeputy Kevin DarstDeputy Rodney DickersonDeputy Michael DurbinDeputy Mark EdwardsDeputy Shaun FloydDeputy Stephanie HabeckerDeputy Jessie HatfieldDeputy James JodreyDeputy Mark KirkpatrickDeputy Mario MarcusDeputy Douglas RobinsonDeputy John RobisonDeputy Ron PierceDeputy Joseph SatterfieldDeputy Rodney SheetsDeputy Brian TothSpecial Deputy Richard VerhoevenDeputy Joseph WagnerDeputy Brandon WallsAgent SuAnn Cook, Ohio Investigative UnitSpecial Agent Matt Heufelder, DEACharles Olson, Electronics Technician

CommendationLieutenant Keith CooperLieutenant Chris LeonardSergeant Bill DufferSergeant Kenneth FeilSergeant Carl HickeySergeant Gary StrayerCorporal Daniel KnoppDeputy Jeffrey BarrettDeputy Michael BatesonDeputy Andrew BeauseauDeputy Scott BlackerDeputy Sean BradyDeputy James BurnettDeputy Nathan ChalfantDeputy Michael ChristieDeputy Michael ChristieDeputy David DauerDeputy Scott DowningDeputy Jay EdenDeputy Ellsworth FlasscoDeputy Robert FosterDeputy Mark GreenDeputy Jeffery GunnDeputy Michael HerronDeputy Michael HerronDeputy David HickmanDeputy Brian JacksonDeputy Yolanda LindseyDeputy Stephen McGuireDeputy Robert McKeeDeputy Bryan MeisterDeputy Michael NorrisDeputy Richard PetrarcaDeputy James PlumbDeputy Jason RonkDeputy Joseph SchluerDeputy Benjamin SheppardDeputy Todd TallmanDeputy Paul TullochDeputy Peter WickhamAgent Stephanie Herron, BCIAgent Gary Wilgus, BCIAmie Lord (Brafford) - Communication CenterDan HardimanLaura Madison, SIU

Life SavingLieutenant Carl TrowbridgeCorporal David AurigemmaCorporal Amber RenakerCorporal Nicholas WilliamsDeputy Joshua BeattyDeputy David CoburnDeputy Therese DevineDeputy Scott DuffDeputy Alena GriffinDeputy Brandon HallDeputy Thomas LovingsDeputy Roy LyonsDeputy Stephen McGuireDeputy Ben PetrovichDeputy Jeffrey PriestDeputy Jason Ratcliff

Deputy Colin ShineDeputy Brett UlryDeputy Joseph WileyOfficer Brian Dorsey, CPDOfficer Ty Stoneking, CPDOfficer Dan Wolf, CPDRicky Renick, MedicalKarmin Sullivan, Medical

Certificate of Appreciation Mary DembiecDouglas Maupin

Safe DrivingMajor Michael FlynnLieutenant Shawn Bain Corporal Nate SmithCorporal Jeffrey ZechDeputy Andrew BeauseauDeputy Gary BourquinDeputy Mickey CasperDeputy Sanford CraytonDeputy Jonathan DillonDeputy Dean GloydDeputy Gerald GoetzDeputy Michael HerronDeputy Andrew LucasDeputy David MasonDeputy Brent McKitrickDeputy Marcus PenwellDeputy Craig RauDeputy Aaron RussellDeputy Bryan Sibbalds

Life Saving AwardOfficer Ty Stoneking, CPD

Officer Dan Wolf, CPDOfficer Brian Dorsey, CPD (not pictured)


Awards Recipients

On Tuesday, January 9th the K9 Unit held tryouts for deputies interested in joining their unit. The K9 physical test consists of a 1.5 mile run that has to be completeted within 15 minutes. They must carry and throw an 80 pound bag over a 20 foot wall and then jump over the wall themselves and then carry the 80 pound bag back another 20 feet. This mimics what a K9 deputy would do if their dog was injured in the field or if they would have to carry their dog over a fence. Then must then put on a protective coat before being attacked by a certified K9. If they pass the physical test the deputy receives an packet of information to study from for the oral test which they will take in front of Chief Jones, Major Gilbert, Sergeant Heflin and Corporal Byrd. The oral test consists of questions about K9 case law, K9 rules and regulations and Ohio laws on working with animals.


Project Lifesaver The Franklin County Sheriff ’s Office is planning on implementing a new program by the beginning of Spring this year called Project Lifesaver. This program is designed to help locate individuals that are more inclined to wander away from home. Citizens enrolled in Project Lifesaver will wear a small personal transmitter much like a wrist watch around the wrist or ankle that emits an individualized tracking signal using a radio frequency. If an enrolled client goes missing, the caregiver notifies their local Project Lifesaver agency, and a trained emergency team responds to the wanderer’s area. Most who wander are found within a few miles from home, and search times have been reduced from hours and days to minutes. Recovery times for PLI clients average 30 minutes — 95% less time than standard operations. This system is used for individuals with conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Autism, Down Syndrome, or someone who has had a traumatic brain injury. These individuals are susceptible to wandering which creates a serious risk to their safety.

Community Relations recently sent two supervisors and three deputies through the Project Life Saver Training and has purchased two receivers. They are currently working on securing funding to purchase additional equipment needed to launch this program. Once the equipment is purchased the program will be opened to the citizens of Franklin County who qualify for it. One great thing about this program is several agencies in Franklin County and adjoining counties have this program and the tracking equipment is all compatible. So if an individual goes missing adjoining areas, they can work together to locate this person.

Call our Community Relations Department for more information at (614) 525-4507

K9 Tryouts


Dear Sheriff Scott,

This letter is to thank you for the assistance of your K-9 resources for a recent sweep of our facility. Chief Deputy Gil Jones has always been supportive in assisting us in obtaining the services of your dogs and handlers allowing us to perform a drug sweep in a timely manner after the rumors of some drugs in the facility.

Corporal Jeff Valentine and Deputy Mike Durbin and their dogs Will and Fero were beneficial in their sweep of two halls and the “pat down” area where residents return from itinerary. Their presence was certainly a factor in showing our residents we have a “zero tolerance” policy regarding drugs in the facility.

Both Valentine and Durbin were responsive and professional in their duties. We look forward to working with personnel from the K-9 unit in the future.

Thanks again- Chief Deputy Gil Jones, Corporal Jeff Valentine and Deputy Mike Durbin should be commended.

Sincerely,Molly RobbinsDirectorFranklin County Community Based Correctional Facility

Dear Sheriff Zach Scott,

On behalf of WBNS-1 OTV, Walmart and the Salvation Army, I want to thank you for participating in the police escort of the “Toy Convoy” on Monday, December 16, 2013. There were 17 central Ohio law rienforcement agencies represented to support this special charity event. The visual effect of the cruisers escorting the four semi-trucks assisted in bringing attention to this worthwhile, timely and very special holiday affair.

I truly appreciate and sincerely thank you and your agency, especially Major Jim Gilbert (#M-6), Corporal Robert Burns (#C-28) and Corporal Dean Graham (#C-3) for participating in the convoy. I wish the best ofthis holiday season for you, your officers and staff.

Sincerely,Chief Dwight A. Holcomb (Ret), CPP Vice President of Corporate SecurityDispatch Printing Company & WBNS-1 OTV

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Letters to the Sheriff

Target Credit Card Breach This past holiday season Target had a security breach where up to 70 to 110 million accounts were affected, making it one of the biggest data heists ever. Shoppers who visited any of Target’s U.S. stores between Nov. 27th and Dec. 15th were at risk of having the information that is stored on the magnetic stripe on the back of the credit or debit card stolen. Information that may have been stolen includes customers’ names, card numbers and three-digit security codes. Not all situations are able to be prevened but here are some tips to keep in mind when using credit cards:• Check your bank statement frequently. Contact your bank immediately if you see any suspicious charges.• Save your receipts so you can dispute an overcharge.• Shred any documents with account numbers on them.• Don’t save credit card information online when making purchases.• Be very careful when purchasing items online. Make sure the website is secure. It will have “https” at the beginning of the URL. The “S” stands for secure.• Don’t give your account number to anyone on the phone unless you’ve made the call to a company you know to be reputable.• Carry your cards separately from your wallet. It can minimize your losses if someone steals your wallet or purse. And carry only the card you need for that outing.• During a transaction, keep your eye on your card. Make sure you get it back before you walk away.• Never sign a blank receipt. Draw a line through any blank spaces above the total.• Notify your card issuer if your address changes or if you will be traveling.


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