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Home My Public Portal AboutLTC 118-2022 PD Weekly Report - Week 31-July 29 2022 through August 04 2022BAL HARBOUR - VILLAGE - OFFICE OF THE VILLAGE MANAGER LETTER TO COUNCIL NO. 118-2022 To: Mayor Gabriel Groisman and Members of the Village Council From: Jorge M. Gonzalez, Village Manag Date: August 5, 2022 Subject: Bal Harbour Police Department Weekly Report for the period of July 29, 2022, through August 4, 2022 The purpose of this Letter to Council (LTC) is to transmit to you a Weekly Report from the Bal Harbour Police Department that I requested in order to enhance the flow of communication and transparency. Should you have any questions or require additional information, please feel free to call Chief Raleigh Flowers or me directly. JMG/RF/MH Primary 36 Incident 15 Felony 00 Violations 00 Citations 143 Assist Other Agency 04 Crash 01 Misdemeanor Includes Traffic 00 Warnings - Verbal and Written 04 Warnings 123 To t al 4 0 To t al 1 6 To t al 0 0 Investigations 61 Parking 21 To t al 2 8 7 Enforcement Activity Summary Friday, 7/29 Traffic Enforcement Details Location / Detail Type Citations Warnings Parking Enforcement Village Wide (includes North Lot) 02 00 Radar Enforcement on Collins Avenue 00 02 North Lot / Frontage Road Traffic Enforcement 02 03 Residential 20 MPH is Plenty AM & PM Details 00 00 Harding Avenue & 96 Street / Crosswalk 00 00 All other Collins Avenue Enforcement Results 21 18 Saturday, 7/30 Traffic Enforcement Details Location / Detail Type Citations Warnings Parking Enforcement Village Wide (includes North Lot) 04 00 Radar Enforcement on Collins Avenue 00 02 North Lot / Frontage Road Traffic Enforcement 04 01 Residential 20 MPH is Plenty AM & PM Details 00 00 Harding Avenue & 96 Street / Crosswalk 00 00 All other Collins Avenue Enforcement Results 07 06 Sunday, 7/31 Traffic Enforcement Details Location / Detail Type Citations Warnings Parking Enforcement Village Wide (includes North Lot) 02 00 Radar Enforcement on Collins Avenue 01 04 North Lot / Frontage Road Traffic Enforcement 06 01 Residential 20 MPH is Plenty AM & PM Details 00 00 Harding Avenue & 96 Street / Crosswalk 00 00 All other Collins Avenue Enforcement Results 11 16 Monday, 8/01 Traffic Enforcement Details Location / Detail Type Citations Warnings Parking Enforcement Village Wide (includes North Lot) 05 00 Radar Enforcement on Collins Avenue 02 03 North Lot / Frontage Road Traffic Enforcement 01 00 Residential 20 MPH is Plenty AM & PM Details 00 00 Harding Avenue & 96 Street / Crosswalk 00 00 All other Collins Avenue Enforcement Results 10 18 Co d e En f o r cem e n t Code Enforcement Officers (CEOs) patrolling the gated community found a residence on the 100 block of Camden Drive that did not meet code appearance requirements. CEOs issued the property owner a code violation warning, and directed the homeowner to properly maintain the property and return it into compliance. CEOs received notice from the Utilities Compliance Officer of a property not complying with the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) protocols. CEOs investigated and discovered a silt fence was not properly installed. CEOs issued the property owner a code violation warning and directed the landscaper to correct all NPDES deficiencies. Code Officers patrolling the area of Camden Drive discovered plant debris placed on the curb bef ore the permitted date. CEOs issued the homeowners a verbal warning reminding them when to properly place bulk items on the curb. The Criminal Investigations Division (CID) investigated an allegation of auto theft. The victim hired a mobile mechanic to repair his vehicle. The mechanic took the victim’s vehicle away for repairs then failed to communicate with the victim. Believing his car had been stolen, the victim filed an auto theft report. Detectives located the mechanic and recovered the victim’s car. Further investigation revealed a breakdown in communication between the victim and the mechanic let to a misunderstanding about the status of the vehicle. The case was unfounded as an auto theft, since there was nothing to suggest an intent to deprive. The vehicle was returned to the victim in the same condition. The CID is investigating a case involving the fraudulent use of identification for medical purposes. The victim discovered his identity was used by unknown persons to obtain dental work under the victim’s name. Detectives obtained credit information from the victim and are in the process of securing subpoenas to help track the bank transactions. The CID assisted the Village Human Resource Department by conducting pre-employment background investigations for applicants to the positions of Utilities Technician and Facilities Technician. The investigations included driving histories, criminal histories, credit histories, and searches of public records databases. Background investigations help ensure the Village hires quality employees who will meet all employment expectations. Detective Gonzalez conducted Autism Awareness training for law enforcement officers in Osceola County, Florida. The state mandated training provides officers with information necessary to better interact with persons affected by Autism. 12 02 11 00 01 00 80 July 30; Marine Patrol assisted the Miami Dade Police Department as they issued a Promise to Appear Arrest (PTA) to a vessel operator for conducting open air concerts and for using the vessel for commercial purposes without appropriate registration. In addition, Coast Guard uncovered some additional violations while conducting a safety inspection of the same vessel and terminated their voyage for the day. July 30; Marine Patrol later conducted nighttime marine enforcement and issued 4 citations and 5 warnings. July 31; Ofc Waisman rescued two people from a capsized inflatable raft near the sandbar. No injuries were reported. Beach Safety Detail Activity: July 29 – The BSO reported a low number of beach goers. In the afternoon, the BSO attended a Zoom meeting with representatives from multi-agencies in order to address recent environmental and safety concerns at the Haulover Sandbar. In addition, excessive noise violation complaints/issues were also addressed during this meeting. July 30 – The BSO assisted the Miami Dade Police Department as they issued a Promise to Appear (PTA) to a vessel operator for conducting open air concerts and for using the vessel for commercial purposes without appropriate registration. In addition, Coast Guard uncovered some additional violations while conducting a safety inspection of the same vessel and terminated their voyage for the day. Marine Patrol later conducted marine enforcement and issued 4 citations and 5 warnings. July 31 –The BSO responded to the entrance of the jetty in reference to information received about a fisherman fishing along the wall and making a mess with sea weed (possibly picked up while fishing). After being unable to locate the fisherman, the BSO contacted the reporting party and learned the incident had occurred much earlier in the morning. The area and jetty were checked for the individual in order to address the complaint, but the individual was no longer in the area. The BSO encountered two dogs behind the Ritz-Carlton, one dog was a service animal and the other was removed upon request. The BSO encountered one tent on the beach and it was taken down upon request due to strong winds. While on the beach conducting an area check, Miami-Dade Municipal dispatch advised of several individuals screaming for help after falling off a jet ski near the Haulover Inlet and requested Marine Patrol to respond. The BSO, from the jetty, was able to p rovide additional information in reference to the incident and was able to direct Marine Patrol officers responding to the location of the individuals. Upon the arrival of multiple Marine Patrol agencies, the individuals were removed from the water and relocated to the Haulover Marina in order to receive medical assistance, as needed. The BSO reported a low number of beach-goers this weekend. J u l y 2 9 , 2 0 2 2 D i st u r b an ce 9 7 0 0 Co l l i n s A v e n u e Officers were dispatched to a disturbance occurring in the “ISAIA” store located on the first floor of the Bal Harbour Shops. The reporter, a store employee, told officers that another employee began verbally threatening him with violence. The reporter immediately sum moned police assistance and the subject employee left the area. An area canvas was conducted; however, the subject was not located. J u l y 3 0 , 2 0 2 2 Th e f t 9 7 0 0 Co l l i n s A v e n u e Three unknown males entered the Goyard store and began looking at merchandise on display. One of the males retrieved a purse from the shelf, he then concealed the purse and exited the store without paying. The incident was captured on in-store surveillance cameras and has been forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Division for further follow-up. J u l y 3 1 , 2 0 2 2 Th e f t 9 7 0 0 Co l l i n s A v e n u e An unknown female entered the Christian Dior boutique located within the Saks Fifth Avenue department store. The female retrieved merchandise from the shelf, concealed it, then proceeded to exit without paying. This case has been forwarded to the Criminal Investigations Division for further follow-up. J u l y 3 1 ,2 0 2 2 I n j u r e d Pe r so n 1 0 2 0 0 Bl o ck o f Co l l i n s A v e n u e A female bicyclist lost control and fell off her bike. The rider was treated on the scene by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and transported to a local hospital for further treatment of her injuries. A u g u st 0 3 ,2 0 2 2 Th e f t s 9 7 0 0 Co l l i n s A v e n u e Bal Harbour police officers responded to two separate reports of thefts at the Bal Harbour Shops. The first theft was reported two hours after it occurred. The store representatives advised that a male stole a pair of sunglasses from the display. In the seco nd incident, a shopper placed their bags on the floor momentarily, then realized that the items were missing. Each case was assigned to the Bal Harbour Criminal Investigation Section. A u g u st 0 3 ,2 0 2 2 A ssi st O t h e r A g e n cy 1 0 2 0 5 Co l l i n s A v e n u e Bal Harbour police officers responded to the Kenilworth Condominium reference a resident stuck in a malfunctioning elevator. Miami-Dade Fire Department responded and freed the resident. No injuries or damage was reported. A u g u st 0 4 ,2 0 2 2 A ssi st Ci t i ze n N o r t h Lo t While on routine patrol, Bal Harbour police officers discovered a homeless male who had set up camp under the bridge. Officer checked on his welfare and ran a criminal history check . The male who had no warrants or safety alerts refused any assistance from the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust and subsequently left the area. A u g u st 0 4 ,2 0 2 2 Th e f t Past 9 7 0 0 Co l l i n s A v e n u e A male entered a store, removed a $1,200 sweater and left without paying. Bal Harbour police was notified two hours after the theft had occurred. The case has been assigned to the Criminal Investigation Division for follow up. A u g u st 0 4 ,2 0 2 2 Th e f t 1 0 2 9 5 Co l l i n s A v e n u e A male reported that on Monday, August 1, 2022 he left his bag containing personal items, in a locked locker at the Exhale Spa in the Ritz-Carlton. Upon returning three days later , he discovered the locker open and he was missing a $800 Louis Vuitton belt.