November 2025

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.

I spoke with Jenn one night while doing my normal patrols in the area of Burnet St. JENN was happy to see patrol cars more with the black livery’s as it looks great, she advised. I advised JENN that our city is making a transition for bigger and better things every day so be prepared for a lot more changes to better the city as a whole!

While conducting school zone traffic along Austin St, I spoke to Charlie who was dropping off his child to school. While on his way home he stopped by and asked me what speeds I would look for when doing this operation. I informed him that the goal is to deter any speeders or reckless drivers all together but let him know that even 1 MPH over is a violation if he thinks about it! CHARLIE was shocked once he realized how many people could actually be stopped as we both observed cars travelling too fast for a 20MPH zone. I advised him that they were only doing 25 – 30 MPH but from outside the car it appears way faster. I told him now just imagine from a child’s point of view. CHARLIE appreciated the information and thanked me for what we do for the city and community.

While patrolling the streets, I made contact with Jackson in his front yard moving furniture inside. I asked Jackson how he likes the area after dark as I never met him before, and he stated that it’s a very quiet side of town so far. I asked him how long he has been in the area, and he stated that he just moved here last week. I advised Jackson to give us a call if he ever needs assistance with anything he has concerns about or just wants to share with us. Jackson appreciated the conversation and loved the relationship between citizens and officers.

 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.