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September 11 – Ten Years Later
By Lt. Chris Piombo – Lodi Police Department I was sleeping when my wife walked into the room and touched me on the shoulder. I’d worked swing shift the night before so I was out like a light. She whispered, “Two planes crashed into the World Trade Center.” I was in that half-awake, half-asleep fog. … Continue reading
O’Keefe Canine Competition
The 8th Annual Art O’Keefe Memorial Police Canine Competition … hosted by the Lodi Police Department at Tony Zupo Field on Saturday, September 10, 2011. … …
DUI Enforcement – How Expensive is It?
“No matter how hard I worked, I didn’t get the one that mattered most to me personally.” It was a dark Spring night about 8 years ago and I was driving my patrol car down Sacramento St. towards Turner. I had a young citizen rider with me that night and I was in the middle … Continue reading
Random Acts of Kindness
Over the years members of the Lodi Police Department often write articles to enlighten and educate the public about new and/or upcoming laws, police procedures, and personal experiences from a police officer’s perspective. However, I think one important topic has been unintentionally overlooked. That topic is the acts of kindness displayed by the citizens of … Continue reading
Annual Safety Checks
With recent news regarding the release of thousands of criminals back onto our streets we really need to take more responsibility for our own safety and the protection of our property. In this column I will focus on improving the safety of our property since most of the criminals who will be released are classified … Continue reading
Back to School Safety
School is back in session. The streets are a little busier as parents try and get Junior off to school on time. I realize that those who read this article are probably safety conscious and strive to obey the law. I applaud your efforts, and hope to provide a refresher to keep you and our … Continue reading
Avoid Being Victim to a Phone Scam
by the Lodi Police Department Telephone scams have become increasingly poplar by scam artists that like to prey on people and their good nature. There are many types of phone scams, but most all will have one thing in common, which is money. One such common example of a phone scam is to receive a … Continue reading
The Real Dangers of Police Work
Many people count the possibility of getting shot as the most significant danger a police officer faces. Officer involved shootings appear to be on the rise and there is no shortage of video footage on television or online showing shootouts between officers and criminals. But is that the most dangerous aspect of police work? Today’s … Continue reading
Working with Mental Health Professionals
by Officer Jim Pendergast – Lodi Police Department Oct. 10, 2010, was World Mental Health Day. This day is recognized to raise public awareness about mental health issues. It’s a time for open discussion regarding investments in prevention and treatment methods along with the various mental health disorders. I read in an article that there … Continue reading
A Day in the Life: Officer Kermgard
by Mike Kermgard – Lodi Police Department My alarm goes off at 5 a.m. After hitting snooze a few times, I make it to work by 6 a.m., and hit the locker room to change. I check a few voicemails and emails, then get to briefing at 6:30 a.m. Our sergeant briefs us on what … Continue reading
Detective Bradley Receives Medal of Valor
Lodi Police Department Detective Eric Bradley receives the Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor from Gov. Schwarzenegger on Sept. 28, 2010 at the State Capitol.
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