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Waco PD on the BEAT81: A String of Car TheftsWaco PD Detectives saw an increase in car thefts and burglaries at the beginning of the year. Although they've made multiple arrests, these crimes continue and we want you to stay vigilant. Detective Jason Bihl breaks down what you can do to keep your valuables safe and help with future investigations like these! 2024-04-1935 minWaco PD on the BEAT80: How do We Reconstruct a Crash?Crash Reconstruction is one of the most important tools we use when investigating a crash. Officer and Crash Reconstructionist Luke Brisco sits down to talk not only about his job and how we contributes to the investigations but also crash safety and how we can all be safer on our roadways. 2024-03-2242 minWaco PD on the BEAT79: Welcome Back Website WalkthroughHello Waco! We are BACK and ready to share our stories with you!! We've taken a bit of a hiatus but we are ready to get back at it, informing you all there is to know about Waco PD, the good we're doing in our community, and the hot topic crimes we want you to look out for! Our first episode back in 2024 is all about our website, we give a detailed walkthrough on what you can do and learn at WacoPolice.com. Feel free to listen but know there is a video version on YouTube and Facebook so...2024-03-0852 minWaco PD on the BEAT78: Faith & Blue WEEKLast year we celebrated Faith & Blue Weekend and with so much success it grew to a whole WEEK this year! Sit down with us and Pastor Chuck from Glory Bell Church to talk about all the fun and exciting events happening in Waco from October 1 - 9.
Faith & Blue was launched to facilitate safer, stronger, more just, and unified communities by directly enabling local partnerships among law enforcement professionals, residents, businesses, and community groups through the connections of local faith-based organizations.
2023-09-2935 minWaco PD on the BEAT77: Focusing on Behavioral & Mental HealthThe Behavioral Health Network (BHN) and Waco PD have partnered to hire new Behavioral/Mental Health Clinicians in our Dispatch center to help with calls for service where an officer might not be necessary. This four-year grant is under BHN so both organizations can provide a better, quicker, and healthier response to those suffering from a behavioral or mental health crisis. 2023-09-2237 minWaco PD on the BEAT76: Housing and Community DevelopmentThe Housing and Community Development team is partnering with Unidos and the NET Unit at Waco PD! Find out what fun things are in store and how you as a current or new homeowner can receive funds for much-needed safety work around your home! 2023-08-1827 minWaco PD on the BEAT75: Never Quit, Never Forget - Justice for JamersonA new series within the Waco PD on the BEAT podcast is "Never Quit, Never Forget" which is the motto within our Special Crimes Unit. This unit handles some of our most high-priority cases, homicides. Moving forward, we will highlight unsolved homicide cases. Sit down with us and detectives of the Special Crimes Unit as they dive into the cold cases and recently unsolved homicides of Waco. To start, this homicide case has not gone cold but is our one homicide of 2023, so far, that is not solved. Jamerson Hawthorn was killed on April 19, 2023. His mother was left wounded...2023-08-111h 00Waco PD on the BEAT74: We're Excited for the Back to School BashThe 3rd annual Back to School Bash is right around the corner! Come celebrate with us on July 29th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Richland Mall! 2023-07-1430 minWaco PD on the BEAT73: The Police Athletics League (PAL)The Police Athletics League (PAL Club) is a new non-profit organization led by community leaders within the City of Waco in partnership with the Waco Police Department. This program aims to connect law enforcement with next-generation leaders to positively impact lives and our community through developing effective avenues of sportsmanship, teamwork, and personal growth. We believe Waco law enforcement exists to uphold peace and that true peace is found in healthy, trust-based relationships which offer hope and purpose.
The PAL Club is always accepting donations for upcoming programs, if you would like to donate please email the...2023-06-1630 minWaco PD on the BEAT72: The new K9s at Waco PDThe K9 Unit has welcomed two new K9s to our unit. K9 Echo and K9 Cayden are the two newest members making every officer in our K9 Unit a working handler. Learn what it has been like training these new K9s as Sergeant Adam Fuller talks about the ins and outs of the K9 Unit!2023-06-0235 minWaco PD on the BEAT71: Road Safety and Road DangersWaco PD's Traffic Unit has seen an increase in drivers speeding and running red lights. These two bad habits can turn deadly quickly, Sergeant Chad Ashworth with the Traffic Unit talks about the rules of the road, what he's seeing while out educating the public, and how you can keep everyone safe while on the road! 2023-05-1933 minWaco PD on the BEAT70: Animal Control Unit The Animal Control Unit has recently joined the Waco Police Department! Supervisor and Animal Control Officer Christina Thane talks about all the work they do and how they're helping the city and WPD each day to keep our community safe and our pets too! From snakes to raccoons, cats, and dogs the ACU takes care of them all! 2023-05-1232 minWaco PD on the BEAT69: The COE is BACK! The Community Opportunity Event (COE) is back for its second year! Our youth represent the future; therefore, as a community, we need to do everything we can to guide them on the right path to success. The COE promotes a holistic approach that addresses the root causes of teen gun violence through community resources and healthy lifestyle choices which can help create safer and more positive environments for young people. Hear about all the excitement for this year's event on May 20th at the Dewy Community Center from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 2023-05-0534 minWaco PD on the BEAT68: Child Abuse AwarenessApril is Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Awareness Month. The Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children join us to talk about how their services help those victimized by crime and what you can do to be an advocate for victims of crime. If you or anyone you know is a victim of crime please call the Advocacy Center at (254) 752-9330 or their Crisis Hotline: (254) 752-7233 Toll-Free: (888) 867-7233.2023-04-2745 min
Waco PD on the BEAT67: Crime Scene UnitThe Crime Scene Unit is not your average CSI episode, they are dedicated working individuals, and contrary to a sworn officer they are a unit of professional staff members that help our officers collect evidence of a crime. Learn more about our Crime Scene Unit in this episode with Supervisor, Matthew Davis. 2023-04-0731 min
Waco PD on the BEAT66: The New UNIDOS ProgramThe Waco Police Department is excited to announce the start of the new UNIDOS Program. UNIDOS is a Latino Community Outreach program designed to provide assistance to Spanish-speaking residents throughout the city of Waco and its surrounding areas. This is more than a law enforcement-based program. We will host quarterly meetings with the first one this month! Officer Anita Gomez and Nora Almanza talk to us about why they wanted to bring this program to Waco. For updates on UNIDOS follow them on their Facebook page, UNIDOS Waco. 2023-03-2532 min
Waco PD on the BEAT65: The CCAST TeamThe Career Criminal Apprehension and Supervision Team is just one more vital part of the Waco Police Department. Sergeant Jeremy Angel of CCAST talks about the job he and his officers do to get repeat or violent offenders off our streets and maybe even help change the path they continue to lead down. 2023-03-1029 min
Waco PD on the BEAT64: Suicide Awareness
Warning: This episode speaks to suicide prevention and awareness. You Matter. Suicide is the leading cause of death in the united states according to the CDC. Our officers are called to mental health crises, daily, as well as those at the Behavioral Health Network. We work together and other local organizations to help those having Suicidal thoughts and those who know or lost a loved one to Suicide.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts please reach out by calling the Suicide Crisis Lifeline at 988.
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Waco PD on the BEAT63: Assault & Financial Crimes UnitOn this episode of Waco PD on the BEAT we are talking to the Sergeant of the Assault and Financial Crimes unit. If you have ever been a victim of an assault or scammed out of any amount of money, this group of detectives is here to solve your case. Sergeant Matthew McCallister sits down to talk about why this team is an essential part of our Waco Police Department.2023-02-1027 min
Waco PD on the BEAT62: Meeting Sergeant Keith VaughnKeith Vaughn has worked for the Waco Police Department for 38 years. Starting at the age of 19 before the minimum age requirement moved to 21 he has worked in every division in the department and in just about every position. Learn about his career at Waco PD and also what he likes to do outside of work. 2023-02-0334 min
Waco PD on the BEAT61: Neighborhood Crimes - Brook Oaks, Baylor, and DowntownWe are starting a new series as we look at individual neighborhoods and their crime stats and what these neighborhoods can do to help combat the influx of crime or continue with the job well done if crime has decreased. Each Neighborhood Engagement Team (NET) Officer will provide details on their neighborhoods. First, NET Officer Bryton Johnson is breaking down the crime or lack thereof in Brook Oaks, Baylor, and Downtown area neighborhoods. 2023-01-2745 min
Waco PD on the BEAT60: Heart of Texas Behavioral Health NetworkThe Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) is a great partner with the Waco Police Department as we work together to ensure those in need receive the proper care to achieve a healthy and happy life. Vince Erickson the Division Director for Community and Governmental Relations sits down with us to share how they're serving you and how we at the police department are very thankful for their work. 2023-01-2046 min
Waco PD on the BEAT59: Computer Crimes UnitDid you know we have detectives within the Waco Police Department that crack the codes of computers, phones, and the internet of things when clearing investigations? Their work is greatly appreciated in the advanced technological world we live in today. Detective Micheal Fife talks to us about a day in the life of a computer crimes detective. 2023-01-1333 min
Waco PD on the BEAT58: Meeting Officer Damus ViceHappy New Year! Officer Dmaus Vice kicks off 2023 on Waco PD on the BEAT. We learn about him as an officer and outside of his career. We hope you all have a safe and happy 2023. 2023-01-0636 minWaco PD on the BEAT57: 2022 Review with Chief VictorianChief Sheryl Victorian wraps up the year and speaks about our successes, challenges, and what we're looking forward to in 2023. The Waco Police Department would like to thank everyone who has supported us and worked alongside us to help grow this community. 2022-12-3034 minWaco PD on the BEAT56: Family ViolenceOur Family Violence Unit has an intake of 1500-2500 cases annually. Detective Erin McCullough sits down with us to talk about the daily life of a Detective in the Family Violence Unit, how they help victims of these crimes, and what you can do to help if you know someone may be in an unhealthy relationship. 2022-12-0931 minWaco PD on the BEAT55: Stay Safe this Holiday SeasonThere are plenty of ways to fall victim to small crimes like thefts and scams this holiday season. We want to make sure you know what to look out for and how to stay safe during this very busy time of year! 2022-12-0229 minWaco PD on the BEAT54: The 100 Club of the Heart of TexasThe 100 Club of the Heart of Texas is a non-profit organization that supports all first responders and emergency personnel in a time of need in McLennan County. Retired Waco PD Chief Brent Stroman is not the Executive Director of the 100 Club and sits down to talk about how he and the 100 Club are serving our community. 2022-11-1133 minWaco PD on the BEAT53: Meeting Officer Migdalia GamizWe are meeting another one of our amazing Waco PD Officers. Migdalia Gamiz works on patroland loves her job. Listen to this week's episode to learn more about Officer Gamiz and why being a police officer has been a career she's always wanted to pursue! 2022-11-0427 minWaco PD on the BEAT52: Trunk or Treat/Halloween SafetyThis year, Waco ISD PD and Waco PD are teaming up for their annual Trunk or Treat events. Waco ISD PD Sergeant, Sandy Wachsmann, has all the details. 2022-10-2826 minWaco PD on the BEAT51: Domestic Violence AwarenessOctober is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. We sat down with the Family Abuse Center on what this month means to them and how advocacy and prevention is a year-long effort to help victims of domestic abuse. 2022-10-2132 minWaco PD on the BEAT50: Community Outreach UnitMany events run by the Waco Police Department are due to the Community Outreach Unit. They work hard each day to work alongside you. From young to old they try their best to inform and teach the community about the Waco Police Department in a multitude of ways. 2022-10-1431 minWaco PD on the BEAT49: Meeting Officer DraperOfficer Janae Draper has worked almost 6 years at the Waco Police Department. She is currnetly in the Neighborhood Engagement Team helping individual neighbors deter crime in their area. Get to know Officer Draper more in this episode! 2022-10-0732 minWaco PD on the BEAT48: Sextortion ScamsSocial media scams come in many forms. Sergeant Sam Key with the Special Crimes Unit talks about social media scams involving nude photos. Detectives have noticed an increase in scams targeting people where nude photos are sent and used as blackmail. We're giving you an inside look at how they're becoming victims and what an investigation like this looks like. 2022-09-2333 minWaco PD on the BEAT47: Police Explorers 40th AnniversaryWe're celebrating 40 years of Police Explorers at the Waco Police Department! Two current explorers talk about their experience and why it's been an instrumental part of their lives as they grow into young adults. Law Enforcement Explorer posts help youth to gain insight into a variety of programs that offer hands-on career activities for those 14-21 years old. 2022-09-1640 minWaco PD on the BEAT46: Calculating CrimeCrime Analysts are some of the most important people who work at the Waco Police Department. They are the ones who calculate crime stats, generate annual reports, and even answer open records requests on stats in the Waco area. Without our crime analysts, we wouldn't be able to keep track of our reports and crime occurring in the area. 2022-09-0932 minWaco PD on the BEAT45: Meeting Detective DeLangeDetective DeLange has worked almost five years at the Waco Police Department. Recently moving from patrol to the Special Crimes unit DeLange has a heart for serving his community. We speak with him not only about his passions for the job but his passions outside of work too. 2022-09-0235 minWaco PD on the BEAT44: School Traffic SafetySchool is back in session! This means there are a lot of cars on the road and we need to pay extra attention during morning drop-off and afternoon pickup. With more pedestrians, school buses, and drivers on the streets Officer Joey Kimble with the Traffic Unit sits down and explains traffic safety tips to keep in mind! Stay safe, Waco!2022-08-2632 minWaco PD on the BEAT43: Want to be a Victim Services Volunteer?Our Victim Services Unit relies on its volunteers to be there for the community. Victim Services not only responds to incidents in Waco but the entire county, that's where our volunteers come in. They're here to support and provide recourses to those who experience their worst days. Applications to be a volunteer are now available, the deadline to apply is August 26th. Listen to this week's episode to learn more!2022-08-1930 minWaco PD on the BEAT42: Meeting Detective Jazmin BucherDetective Jazmin Bucher has worked for the Waco Police Department for 17 years. Currently working under the Crime Against Children Unit she has been an example for female officers everywhere and if it weren't for her husband telling her she could be a Police Officer she probably would have never tried. 2022-08-1233 minWaco PD on the BEAT41: Back to School BashIt is time for our annual Back to School Bash! This is the second year we are providing FREE backpacks and school supplies to kids from K-12th grade. We will have games, prizes, dunk a cop, free hair cuts and so much more ALL FOR FREE. We're also partnering with Ascension Providence and their Medical Mission at Home to provide family medical care. Listen to this week's episode for more details. 2022-08-0524 minWaco PD on the BEAT40: Crime Increases - Thefts and Bank JuggingBank jugging and theft of trailers are two crimes that the Burglary and Auto Theft Unit are seeing an increase in over the last month. Two crimes of which you can help prevent yourself to becoming victim. Sergeant Phillip Zboril talks to us about what detectives are seeing and why there has been an increase in these two specific crimes. 2022-07-2243 minWaco PD on the BEAT39: Crime Free Multi-Housing ProgramOur SAFE unit works directly with apartment properties, hotels, and motels to create crime free programs within the city of Waco. Detective Vincent Glenn joins us to talk about the Crime Free Multi-Housing program and its benefits to our community. 2022-07-1533 minWaco PD on the BEAT38: Police Academy & Training through the eyes of a Probationary OfficerRecruit and Probationary Officer Amanda Lindsey who has only just graduated from the Police Academy and has started her journey training with the Waco Police Department to serve and protect the Waco Community. Learn about what the training process is like and how she has handled the journey thus far, we're currently hiring for new officers! To apply, visit wacopolice.com. 2022-07-0835 minWaco PD on the BEAT37: Fireworks are Illegal in WacoFourth of July is 3 days away, Waco Fire Chief Gregory Summers joins us to talk about the dangers of fireworks use on Fourth of July and how you can celebrate safely! Remember, the Waco Police Department and Waco Fire Marshal's are teaming up to directly enforce the law this Independence Day. Stay safe, Waco!2022-07-0126 minWaco PD on the BEAT36: Violent Crime Strategic Response PlanChief Victorian presented the Violent Crime Strategic Response Plan to Waco City council members during a June 7 meeting. Your hosts Cierra Shipley and Officer A.J. Smith sit down to breakdown the plan presented and what you can do to help. This plan focuses on the Prevention, Intervention and Apprehension to reduce crime in our city. 2022-06-2438 minWaco PD on the BEAT35: Meeting Detective Paul HackerDetective Paul Hacker works in the Criminal Investigation Division at the Waco Police Department but on his spare time he has a whole creative side that you might find surprising! From a musician to an author he keeps busy both at work and at home. Learn more about his life and why he wanted to be a police officer! 2022-06-1734 minWaco PD on the BEAT34: Waco PD Dispatch is HIRINGThe Waco PD Dispatch team is hiring! If you have a passion to help your community, keep it safe and love to work with amazing people than working for the Waco Police Department might be the job for you! Tyler Duske, Dispatch Supervisor, and Susie Murray, Emergency Communications 911 Manager, sits down with us to talk about the skills you need to become a hero who answers the call for help. To apply visit waco-texas.com!2022-06-1039 minWaco PD on the BEAT33: The Community Opportunity Event
The Waco Police Department is hosting the Community Opportunity Event! Neighborhood Engagement Officer Erik Hawkins talks about how we're aiming to provide young adults with life skills, job opportunities, mentoring programs, mental and physical health information, general educational development, higher education scholarship, and grant information.
We'll have great prizes, free haircuts and so much more for everyone in the community. This event will be held at the Waco Multi-Purpose Facility on Saturday, June 11th from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is a free event and we hope to see you all there!!
2022-06-0328 minWaco PD on the BEAT32: What WE can do to reduce crimeBetty Beard with the Parents Against Crime Coalition joins us to talk what she is doing from the community side in reducing gun violence and crime within the City of Waco. Then, Sergeant Cassie Price with the Gang Unit for the Waco Police Department speaks on the targeted operations as we're on track to seizing more illegal firearms than last year and have already surpassed the numbers from 2020. This episode will bring advice on what we all can do to reduce crime in our city. 2022-05-2747 minWaco PD on the BEAT31: How your neighborhood can help deter crimeAlmost every neighborhood has an active neighborhood association to help keep their neighborhoods a safe place to live. Terry Williams, who is part of the Alta Vista Neighborhood Association and President of the Alta Vista Neighborhood Association, talks about from a community member's point of view how you can stand up aginst crime and help the Waco Police Department keep our city safe. With the help from the Neighborhood Engagement Team, officers in that unit meet with their assigned Neighborhood Association to talk about the rise in crime specific to that area. 2022-05-2036 minWaco PD on the BEAT30: Continued Gun Violence in WacoThe Waco Police Department has continued to see growing gun violence and gun related crime in our city. This episode is a replay of Episode 17 where Assistant Chief Frank Gentsch sat down to speak about the problem we were already seeing rise and what we can all do to stop it. The tragic death of a 22-month-old girl has caused heartbreak within our community and it's time we all work together to make a difference. Police Chief Sheryl Victorian also provides a statement asking for your help.
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Crime Stats mentioned in the replay of th...2022-05-1325 minWaco PD on the BEAT29: Meet the Esqueda BrothersManny and Abraham Esqueda are still rookies at the Waco Police Department, starting early 2021 they wanted to join the force together. Being brothers they feel blessed to be able to work together and do what they love most which is keeping Waco safe. With about a year and half at the department they're happy to tell you what it's been like being a new police officer with Waco PD. 2022-05-0631 minWaco PD on the BEAT28: Relational Policing, Community PolicingCommunity/Relational Policing has been a new word in everyone's vocabulary. Commander Jared Wallace of the Community Serives Division sits down with us to talk about what Relational Policing, how our officers are implementing that in their daily work and why it's so important as we move forward to a safer community. 2022-04-2946 minWaco PD on the BEAT27: Getting involved with Waco PD, WCPAAAThe WCPAAA stands for the Waco Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association. This program is designed to give citizens a working knowledge of the Waco Police Department and raises citizens awareness. We sit down with two of the most recent WCPAAA members to get their insght on the benefits it was to go through this academy. To learn more about the WCPAAA visit the Waco Police Department's website.2022-04-1532 minWaco PD on the BEAT26: The K9 UnitOne of the most popular units at the Police Department is the K9 Unit. These officers are partnered with dogs (or what we call K9's) to work with them each day to help detain bad guys, drugs or guns. What some might not know is they also do something called Friendly Tracks to help locate missing children or other people in the community. These dogs provide great protection to the community, our officers and so many more. K9 Officer Vern Darlington sits down with Waco PD on the BEAT hosts to talk about how these K9's are...2022-04-0842 minWaco PD on the BEAT25: Meeting Officer Anita GomezOfficer Anita Gomez began her career in Kansas, eventually making her way to the Waco Police Department. She grew up wanting to becoming a police officer even though she didn't know any officers growing up. Wanting to create a better life for herself and her family the single mom eventually made the leap and it was the best decision she could have made. 2022-04-0133 minWaco PD on the BEAT24: Waco PD Police ChaplainsHere at the Waco Police Department, we have dedicated volunteers called Police Chaplains. These men and women are led by Faith and are here for the officers, support staff and the community. Just a few duties include, visit sick and injured Police personnel in the hospital or home, counsel with officers and other personnel having personal problems at their request, and participate in in-service training classes. Chaplain Richard Thompson III has volunteered fo Waco PD since 2020 and he explains what called him to do such an important job. 2022-03-1828 minWaco PD on the BEAT23: Meeting Officer Whitney OttingOfficer Whitney Otting has grown up at the Police Department, following in her dad's footsteps she became a dispatcher and then began her officer career in 2015. Since then, she's been a patrol officer and has taken on as the Officer Liaison for the Special Olympics Central Texas. She handles many community events like Tip A Cop, Polar Plunge and so much more to raise money in our community. Officer Otting is one of the many that we are proud to have at Waco PD. 2022-03-1131 minWaco PD on the BEAT22: The Training UnitOfficer Joe Arnold from the Training Unit joins us to talk about what it's like training new recruits at Waco PD, keeping our current officers up to date on skills and teaching many others in the community what it's like to be a police officer. The Training Unit is an essential piece of the puzzle and without them our officers wouldn't have the skill and knowledge they do to serve and protect our community. 2022-03-0441 minWaco PD on the BEAT21: Catalytic Converter TheftsA Catalytic Converter is a car part that helps filter air from your engine. A very important car part that is valuable to criminals because of the metals that are inside the converter. Thefts of these items have increased in Waco over the last month even though a new law has passed to help reduce these thefts. Detective Robbie James explains more on how you can prevent yours from being stolen. 2022-02-2524 minWaco PD on the BEAT20: Crime Prevention SummitJoin us on Saturday February 19th for our first Crime Prevention Summit! In this episode we're highlighting a few of the vendors that will be in attendance and what you can expect when it comes to preventing crime in your neighborhood. We want to help keep your home, self and business safe so we hope you come join us at Knox Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 2022-02-1829 minWaco PD on the BEAT19: The Traffic UnitThe Traffic Unit is one that may not be loved by many, however the officers in this unit are here to keep their community safe. Officer Garen Bynum is here to talk about what it's like working as a Traffic officer and why this job is so important to them, the department and ultimately the community. 2022-02-1130 minWaco PD on the BEAT18: Meeting Officer Bryton JohnsonOfficer Johnson has worked for the Waco Police Department for four years, with his goals set on being an NFL Football player at a young age, plans changed after a football injury and he began his police officer journey. Now he works in the new Neighborhood Engagement Team at the department. He's excited to hit the streets in a new way creating a safer environment in our Waco neighborhoods. 2022-02-0424 min
Waco PD on the BEAT17: Gun Violence in WacoGun related crime has continued to rise in the City of Waco over the last several years. As the department continues to see an increase we worry that innocent lives could be lost due to the reckless act. Assistant Chief Frank Gentsch sits down to discuss the harm that is being done to the community and what the Waco Police Department is doing to change the increasing gun crimes in Waco. 2022-01-2728 minWaco PD on the BEAT16: Theft increases in WacoThis is our Decemeber Crime Stats episode where we saw an increase in theft for the month of December. A lot of that could have been due to the holiday season but theft increased 15% overall for the year of 2021. Detective James Head from the Criminal Investigation Division breaks down the numbers and how to keep your property from being stolen. 2022-01-2126 minWaco PD on the BEAT15: Meeting Sergeant Timothy BarrettSergeant Timothy Barrett has been at the Waco Police Department for 7 years and recently promoted to Sergeant for over a group of officers in the Patrol Unit. He works hard to keep our officers and his community safe from harm. This is his story!2022-01-1429 minWaco PD on the BEAT14: Our new Neighborhood Engagement TeamSince the beginning of the new year the Waco Police Department has added on a new unit called the Neighborhood Engagement Team (NET). This is a brand new team to help met with neighborhoods in our community to target and fix problems that are needed. As we continue to grow and engage with our community we want to make sure voices are heard as this unit will partner with the neighborhood associations. Sergeant Chet Long is the leader of the team and talks more about what you can expect!2022-01-0725 minWaco PD on the BEAT13: 2021 with Chief VictorianWhat a year its been! Police Chief Sheryl Victorian sits down to reflect on the year of 2021. She started at Waco PD in March and has already grown to love her community. On this episode we're talking about what the police department has accomplished and what Chief is looking forward to in the future.2021-12-2441 minWaco PD on the BEAT12: Fire Safety tips with Chief SummersThe Waco Fire Department Chief Gregory Summers sits down to talk with us about fire safety tips for this holiday season and also touches on New Years fireworks. Although fireworks are illegal in the Waco city limits, this night is busy for both PD and Fire. Find out why it's important The Waco Police Department has a great working relationship with Waco Fire all year round and especially during the holidays. 2021-12-1728 minWaco PD on the BEAT11: The Volunteers of Victim ServicesThe Victim Services unit relies heavily on its volunteers. These volunteers are those that go out into the community when crisis hits, comforting those who have fallen victim or are experiencing distress and may need some assistance or someone to lean on. Missy Sparks the Victim Services Volunteer Coordinator tells us all about what the job is like and why Waco PD is so thankful for their help!2021-12-1028 minWaco PD on the BEAT10: Want to be a Police Officer?On this episode Sgt. Chris Nall, in charge of recruitment for the Waco Police Department breaks down what the application process is like and how you can apply. Applications open Jan. 1 2022! 2021-12-0327 minWaco PD on the BEAT9: Holiday SafetyThe holiday season has begun and Officer Sofie Martinez one of our Crime Prevention Officers is here to talk about the most frequent crimes that happen during this time of year and how not to fall victim. We hope you all have a safe and happy holidays!2021-11-2629 minWaco PD on the BEAT8: The new Social Worker at Waco PDThe Waco Police Department and Prosper Waco have teamed up to create the Waco Connect program which helps employ a Social Worker at the PD. This Social Worker is tasked to help those who have frequent run-ins with law enforcement but just need a little extra help to get them back on their feet. That's where DeAngela comes in, she started at the PD in August and has so far made an impact on many in the community, connecting them to much needed recourses.2021-11-1951 minWaco PD on the BEAT7: The life of a DispatcherBeing a 911 Dispatcher is a stressful but rewarding job. The Emergency Communications Manager, Susie Murray, is here to talk about her Dispatch team at Waco PD. Did you know the dispatchers answer 911 calls for all of McLennan County? Learn more about the exciting life of a Dispatcher on this episode of Waco PD on the BEAT!2021-11-1244 minWaco PD on the BEAT6: Meeting Sergeant Chris EatonSergeant Chris Eaton works in the Crime Scene Unit and if you like CSI his work is about as close as you can get to that in real life. He's been a police officer for 17 years and in those years has dedicated his work to serving justice. Learn more about Sergeant Eaton in this week's podcast!2021-11-0527 minWaco PD on the BEAT5: September Crime Stats; RobberiesIt's the end of the month and that means we're here to talk crime stats for the previous month of September. Waco Police Department Officers and Detectives were coming across more robbery cases in the last month. Sgt. Sam Key with the Special Crimes unit is here to talk about why and what arrests they've made in this year's robbery cases.2021-10-2928 minWaco PD on the BEAT4: Learning about your hostsIn episode 4 of Waco PD on the BEAT co-hosts Cierra Shipley and A.J. Smith sit down at Cameron Park and talk a little bit about themselves. We wanted to introduce us since we're the ones hosting this episode each week we wanted to say hi! We talk about what got us to working at the police department, and why we enjoy it so much. 2021-10-2246 minWaco PD on the BEAT3: Crime Victims CompensationIn this episode we talk with Isabel King the Victim Services Coordinator and Crime Victims Compensation (CVC) Specialist. The Victim Services Unit works in 3 main parts and CVC is one of the many services the Victim Services Unit provides. CVC can help assault victims find new homes or help cover funeral expenses for those involved in a crime. Isabel covers all this and so much more on this Episode of Waco PD on the BEAT. 2021-10-1541 minWaco PD on the BEAT2: Meeting Officer Sofie MartinezLearn about the backstory of one of our own, Officer Sofie Martinez works in the Community Outreach Division. She's been with the Waco Police Department for two decades. Working closely with kids in the community she inspires them to lead a good life and strive for their goals (whether that's being a police officer or not). Sofie is a great example of who we are at the Waco Police Department and why we love serving our community.2021-10-0854 minWaco PD on the BEAT1: What is Waco PD on the BEAT/Vehicle TheftsThis is Waco PD on the BEAT, a podcast created by the Waco Police Department to inform the community about what's happening in their neighborhood but also learning a little bit more about who is working at the department. In this episode we talk vehicle thefts and the increase we've seen in the month of August.2021-09-2427 minWaco PD on the BEATWelcome to Waco PD on the BEATWelcome! This is Waco PD on the BEAT, a podcast about the Waco Police Department and more. I’m Officer A.J. Smith the Crime Stoppers Coordinator for McLennan County! I’m Public Information Officer Cierra Shipley, we’re here to Build relationships, Engage the community, Actively working to keep you safe with Teachable moments for all. In this podcast we’re breaking down crime stats each month, but also featuring those who protect and serve the community of Waco.
We’re bringing you inside the Police Department for a closer look at who we are and what we do...2021-09-2100 min
Indulge In The Transformative Full Audiobook Now, Busy Professionals!The Last Painting of Sara de Vos: A Novel by Dominic SmithPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/256932to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Last Painting of Sara de Vos: A Novel
Author: Dominic Smith
Narrator: Edoardo Ballerini
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 10 hours 0 minutes
Release date: April 5, 2016
Ratings: Ratings of Book: 4.36 of Total 14
Ratings of Narrator: 4.8 of Total 5
Genres: Historical
Publisher's Summary:
A masterful new story charts the circuitous course of the sole surviving work of a female Dutch painter This is what we long for: the profound pleasure of being swept into vivid new worlds, worlds peopled by characters so intriguing and real that we can't shake them, even long after...2016-04-0510h 00