Robocop Alford Looks Back as Baytown Police Evolve
Capt. David Alford tells how Baytown Police Department is changing with recruits facing stricter tests and tech. New officers blend military or college backgrounds with advanced gear, GPS driven cars, license plate readers, and Versadex databases while honoring old values and community service.
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Police seize drugs firearm during Massey Tompkins search
Detectives from the BPD Special Operations Unit executed a search warrant in the 600 block of Massey Tompkins on Friday. Two Baytown men were arrested, one charged with possession of a controlled substance and the other with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Crack cocaine, marijuana, a handgun, and a stolen 42 inch television were seized.
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Baytown police log records 46 offenses in 24 hours
Between 6 a.m. Friday and 6 a.m. Saturday Baytown police logged 46 offenses and reports including four assaults one auto theft five burglaries three burglaries of motor vehicles one criminal mischief one disorderly conduct one homicide five thefts 14 other arrests and 10 miscellaneous offenses. Three major and 12 minor vehicle crashes were reported.
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Tools of the Trade: Police Gear Overview
The Baytown Police Department and others equip officers with a 50,000-volt taser and a 10 mm Glock pistol. Glock’s polymer frame makes the handgun lighter, while Streamlight TLR-1 offers night illumination. Body armor, or bulletproof vests, provide varying levels of bullet resistance with six protection levels.
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Bay Area Relay for Life marks 12th annual event kickoff
Pamela Boyle announces Sept 16 kickoff at Baytown Community Center to refocus on last relay and grow to a bigger 2009 event. The free program begins 5 p.m. with sponsorship celebration, 5 30 p.m. team registration, and 6 p.m. Outback catered dinner. RSVP requested by Monday.
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