Police Dept Accreditation Report - Satellite Beach

Satellite Beach Police Department
Final Assessment Report
July 25, 2012
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of two Satellite Beach Police Officers tragically killed in the line of duty by a drunk
driver. The building is a secure facility with swipe card and key access to all nonpublic
areas. The building is clean and neat and the work areas are adequate
and reflect a well-organized work force.
The rest of the day and the following day (July 19, 2012) were spent reviewing
the agency’s accreditation files, interviewing employees and conducting patrol
ride-alongs with members of the agency and tours of the organizational
components.
Ride-alongs:
On July 19, 2012, during a ride along with Officer Don Triebell, Assessor Roush had
the opportunity to experience the communication between Officer Triebell and
Communications Officer Grace. Communications Officer Grace assisted Officer
Triebell by providing information regarding previous calls for service and individuals
who lived at a specific location. The information assisted Officer Triebell in conducting
follow up with the concerned citizen. The communication between Officer Triebell and
Communications Officer Grace was professional and pleasant and illustrated mutual
respect.
On July 19, 2012, Assessor Pate participated in a ride-along with Sergeant Paul
Creatura. Sergeant Creatura is currently assigned as a School Resource Officer,
but is temporarily assisting the uniform patrol function during the summer. Sergeant
Creatura is a 20 plus year employee who can be described as a true ambassador of
the agency. He displayed excellent knowledge of policy and police procedure and
presented the image of a well-qualified employee. His historical knowledge of the
area and citizens was consistently displayed during the ride-along. Sergeant
Creatura is heavily involved with the Police Athletic League and was instrumental in
locating a gymnasium where this program and other city services are delivered.
On July 18, 2012, Assessor King participated in a ride-along with Sergeant Eric Bell.
Sergeant Bell is a newly appointed Road Patrol Sergeant with approximately 15
years of service at the Satellite Beach Police Department. During the ride-along,
Assessor King questioned him in regards to numerous patrol procedures, to include;
arrest procedures, pursuit policies, and field training. Sergeant Eric Bell was very
knowledgeable about department policies and procedures. In addition; it was
apparent that Sergeant Bell cared about the agency and city in which he served. He
further expressed his and his department’s belief in the accreditation process. During
the ride-along, Sergeant Bell stopped to assist a mother and her child who had
locked themselves out of their vehicle. He went above and beyond by offering them
a ride to their residence to retrieve a spare key.
Significant interviews:
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