Cold Case Homicide Investigations
Retired Sergeant Chuck Gaylor has returned to the Escondido Police department to take another look at cold case homicides. Chuck is pouring through the cases looking for missed clues or opportunities made available by new technologies.
Did You Know?
Unsolved cases typically become “cold” when all available leads are exhausted. They generally consist of major crimes where there is no statute of limitations and most notably, homicides. Unsolved murder cases are never closed and case investigators look for missed clues, re-interview witnesses, analyze evidence using new technologies, and pour through the case in pursuit of any leads. This is one example or our continued pursuit of justice for the victims of the most heinous crimes.
Officer Aronson Receives Life Saving Citation
On June 8th, Officer Trent Aronson received a Life Saving Citation Award for measures he took in saving Officer McCollough after an accidental Fentanyl exposure last September. Chief Varso commemorated the event with these comments: “I believe that saving a life, particularly the life of a fellow police officer, has to be one of the most professionally rewarding moments any of us could ever experience.” Thank you, Trent, for your dedication and quick actions that certainly led to a positive outcome.
Community Resources:
• Anonymous Tip Line: 760-743-8477 (TIPS)
• Crime Data/Mapping:
https://www.crimemapping.com/
• Helicopter Announcement Transcription:
o Call 858-866-4356 or text “Hello” to 858-866-4356
• Megan’s Law Information: https://www.meganslaw.ca.gov/
• Mental Health & Crisis Intervention:
o Access and Crisis Line: 888-724-7240
o It’s Up to Us Campaign: www.Up2sd.org
o Get Connected. Get Help: Dial 211
• Non-Emergency Line: 760-839-4722
Events:
On June 12th, officers conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol detail throughout the City. The results are as follows:
• 22 Total Number of Traffic Stops
• 9 Field Sobriety Tests Administered
• 3 Alcohol/DUI Arrests
