April 2026

Beat 5 is in the southwest part of the city, the area east of Long Dr. to Thompson Hwy. This area is commonly referred to as Winston Terrace II.

During the month of April, I talked to three beat contacts. The first person I talked to was Andrew who was inside Whataburger. He asked me what’s it like being an officer for the city. I told him that I love working for the City of Richmond and told him that meeting new people and making an impact on them is the biggest that you do in Richmond. I advised him that when I am on patrol at night, the roads are empty normally, so I migrate to HWY 59 and conduct traffic stops. During that time, I stop people from all over the world and leave a positive remark for the City of Richmond even with them receiving citations normally when stopped. I told Andrew that the career is all about talking to people and treating them fairly and like human beings.

 The second contact I made was with Tracy. I made contact with him near the friendly store on the north side of Richmond. Tracy was sitting in front of the store after hours and was wondering if I had any recommendations for him to find housing or supplies to aid him in his new homeless journey he was forced into. I told him about helping hands, the women shelter in the area, and Nery’s Promise. I also told him if he ever needs things, he can ask us at 600 Preston as we will try our best to help with what we have! He smiled and said thank you for being such a cool officer.

The third contact I had was with Mrs. Waller. I met her along Inwood as she was exercising which she said was her first time doing so. I asked her how she liked the area and advised her if she ever notices anything strange in the area. She stated that she loves how peaceful the area is even with FM762 being direction next to the area, the area is quiet and exactly what she wished for in her living space. I advised her if she ever needs RPD help, to just call us via 911 or the non-emergency number which I provided to her.

Goals Accomplished:

My accomplished goals for the month to pass by at night more often! I have notice that interacting with residence makes them comfortable living in the city of Richmond.

Goals Next Month:

My goal for the month is to patrol more often in the night in beat 5. I have noticed that a common concern is speeding throughout the neighborhood. My other goal is to make the residents who live in my beat feel comfortable calling the department when needed or even to stop us when in the area just have a friendly talk.