INFORMATION RELEASE

UPDATED: 07/05/2016

As previously stated, the Juneau Police Department conducted extra patrols over the 2016 4th of July Holiday Weekend. Patrol officers were not allowed to take vacation time or attend training. Every JPD officer capable of working, including Chief Johnson, worked in some capacity over the weekend. The holiday weekend was busy as predicted with 739 reported incidents.

In addition to the assigned officers, several officers worked as part of a grant to target impaired drivers. Nine impaired drivers were arrested and taken off the streets of Juneau.

Here is listing of fifteen of the top call generating categorize.

172 - Traffic Stops
67 ? Out With Calls
63 - 911 Calls
46 - Fireworks Calls
26 ? Medical Calls
25 ? Traffic Complaints
21 ? Domestic Violence Calls
21 ? Disturbance Calls
16 ? Suspicious Activity Reports
15 ? Intoxicated Person Calls
10 ? Theft Reports
9 ? Driving Under the Influence Arrests
9 ? Driving Without a License Citations
9 ? Fight Calls
9 ? Noise Complaints

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For the upcoming 2016, 4th of July weekend, JPD is increasing patrol activities. For July 1st and 2nd, Patrol is fully staffed and extra officers are being deployed. July 3rd and 4th are typically the busiest days of the year for JPD. Therefore, every JPD officer, from the Chief to the newest patrol officer, will be working in some capacity during the holiday weekend.

Saleable fireworks are legal in Juneau, but their usage could violate the law if used inappropriately. Never throw fireworks at another person, or use them in a way that might damage property. Children should never be allowed to play with fireworks and, in general, should be taught fire safety.

Fireworks usage could also violate the CBJ noise ordinance, depending on where and when they are used. JPD will strive to respond to all noise complaint involving fireworks. However, if officers are dealing with higher priority calls their response time could be delayed.

JPD will be actively patrolling for impaired drivers. Extra officers will be working over the weekend as part of a DUI enforcement grant specifically aimed at finding impaired drivers. Drivers are cautioned to not drive after consuming alcohol or marijuana, but instead use taxi or a designated driver.

JPD has not received any threats about the holiday weekend. As always, citizens are encouraged to contact JPD if they see suspicious activities. If you see something, say something.

JPD hopes that everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July holiday weekend.