Superstition Patrol Division
The
Superstition Division is one of the fastest growing areas within
the City of Mesa, with a population of approximately 184,000
people. The district is located in the eastern portion of the
city and covers approximately 69 square miles
The Superstition Station has a staff of 138 sworn Patrol
Officers, including supervisors, School Resource Officers and 12
civilian support staff members. The station is shared with Mesa
Fire Department Station 12.
The Superstition Division has a Criminal Investigation Unit.
These detectives investigate most of the criminal cases that
occur within the division. There is also a Special
Investigations Unit that consists of a Gang squad and two Street
Crimes squads. The Gang squad investigates all gang-related
crimes, are proactive in identifying gang members, and take
intervention measure to help youths at risk stay out of the gang
environment. The Street Crimes squads are proactive in
identifying and arresting criminals who commit crimes within the
division.
The crime prevention officer assigned
to Superstition works closely with local businesses, rental
properties and the community to help solve crime and nuisance
problems in neighborhoods and business areas.
Commander Cantrell
Mesa Police Department
Superstition Patrol Division
480-644-4371