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Chief ’ s Message

On behalf of Team APD , our Annual Report highlights the
accomplishments that we as a community achieved in 2017 . The strength and unity of our department is reflected in the integrity and character of our sworn and professional staff employees .
2017 was an exciting year for the Arlington Police Department . We published our culmination report on the 21 st Century Policing project . As one of only 15 agencies selected by the Department of Justice , we are truly leading our profession in this initiative . We made advances in forging strong relationships with the community through several initiatives and programs . Mentoring initiatives rose to new heights with the addition of an all-female Mentoring Arlington Youth ( MAY ) class at Workman Junior High . Our student athlete mentoring program Coach 5-0 continued to expand across all sports in our high schools .
Our team is made up of the best individuals in the
Follow Chief Johnson on Twitter @ ArlingtonChief country . Despite the challenges that face the law enforcement profession , the department displayed the utmost compassion and commitment in serving our community to ensure the safety of our residents and visitors . It is with sincere appreciation for the exceptional work completed by our team that I am able to lead this great organization .
The traditional functions of a police agency include patrol , response to 911 calls , community relationships and investigation by detectives of past crimes . These functions are being supported by the men and women who work for the Arlington Police Department . However , we strive to do more than just respond in a traditional manner . We strive to make our community better through every interaction we have in the community . I could not be more proud of our men and women in blue .
As we look forward to 2018 , challenges will undoubtedly arise . Collectively as a team , we will continue to focus on illegal guns , drugs , and known offenders . Our organization is strong and the community supports our team like no other in the country . I am humbled to be your Police Chief and to serve the professionals that make up Team APD .
Will D . Johnson Police Chief

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Annual Report 2017