CVS Pharmacy Burglary

On January 30, 2010, a burglary occurred at the CVS pharmacy, located at Brown and Mesa Drive, while the business was closed. The suspect in the photo (right) entered the pharmacy and removed several prescription drugs from the shelves before exiting the store. The suspect is seen talking on a call phone while committing this offense. If you have any information, please contact Detective Engle at 480-644-2384 or use the Submit A Tip button (top right). Click on photo for larger version.

Shell Station Robbery
 

On January 23, 2010, subjects entered the Shell station at University and Alma School during normal business hours. Both subject went to the cooler and each selected a 12-pack of beer.  The male subject went to the counter and acted as if was going to pay for the beer. The female subject exited the store without paying for the beer she selected. The male subject then ran, exiting the store without paying for his beer. The store employee went outside to follow the subjects. The male subject turned and threw the 12-pack of beer bottles at the employee, striking him in the face and causing injury. The subjects were last seen on foot in the area of Dobson and University. If you have any information on this case, please contact Detective Rayburn at 480-644-2032, or click on the Submit A Tip button (top right). Click on photos for larger versions.

National Teen Dating Violence Month

One in Five teens, in a serious relationship, report having been hit, slapped or pushed by a partner. Youth dating violence is defined as one young person controlling the behaviors of their dating partner. The techniques to achieve this control  can include physical violence; verbal, mental and emotional abuse; stalking; and other forms of harassment. Most parents are unaware of teen dating violence and have not had discussions with their children about recognizing the signs of abuse and finding resources to end it. The best prevention is to educate youth about healthy relationships. For more information, read this brochure, visit www.weboffriends.org, or call the National Teen Dating Abuse Hotline at 1-866-331-9474. There are also many other resources found on the Web. Dating and violence should never be a couple!

Are you a teen, 14 - 19 years old, who is interested in a career in law enforcement?

The Mesa Police Explorer Post program may be just the thing! The programs are designed to provide exciting and challenging training, along with on-the-job experience for young people interested in a career in law enforcement. More>

Citizen Police Academy

The next Citizen Police Academy will begin on February 24, 2010 and run through May 5, 2010. Please click here for more information and application.

Cold Case

New case information has been added to the Cold Case page. You may have information about this suspect that could help solve a homicide from 1994.

Document Shredding

The City of Mesa will be hosting a document shredding event on February 20 from 8 am to Noon at 2412 N. Center Street. There is a five box limit per household. This event is only open to Mesa residents. Material will not be accepted from commercial businesses.  Shredded material will be recycled. For more information call 480-644-2221.

Arizona Counter Terrorism Information Center (ACTIC)

To report any suspicious activity that might be terrorist related, call
1-877-272-8329 (1-877-2SAVEAZ).

Mesa Police Alert Network

The Citizen Observer Alert Network allows the Mesa Police Department to instantly update you about crimes, emergencies, missing and wanted persons and other important information. All alerts are delivered via e-mail and/or text message to your cell phone.

The biggest benefit of this Alert Network is that it makes two-way communication between law enforcement and the public possible. In addition to sending updates to Mesa citizens, you will also be able to anonymously send us information about crimes, missing persons, fugitives and unsolved cases via text message or use of the online form.

To sign up for alerts, submit a tip, or get more information on our newest community safety project, please visit our Citizen Observer page.

On The Beat with the Mesa Police

"On the Beat with the Mesa Police" is a 30-minute television show designed to share and highlight information about a variety of units and programs within the Mesa Police Department. The show is taped once a month and airs several times on Mesa Channel 11. View schedule and/or submit your question.