During the Ivins City Council meeting on December 5, 2024, local police officials reported on recent incidents and training efforts aimed at enhancing community safety.

One significant event discussed was the successful recovery of a missing elderly person with dementia. The individual was missing for approximately seven hours. Just as the police were preparing to issue a Silver Alert, they received word that the person had been found and returned home safely. This incident highlighted the importance of community awareness and quick action in locating vulnerable individuals.

The council also addressed a recent burglary incident in Santa Clara, where residents were home during the crime. The suspect fled before police arrived but was later apprehended by St. George City officers after entering two additional homes. The police are actively pursuing leads related to this case.

In terms of training, the police department conducted two days of firearms training, focusing on both patrol rifles and handguns. Officer Pykavit completed an advanced field training officer certificate, allowing him to train new officers. The department emphasized the challenges of training new recruits, noting that Officer Pykavit had been mentoring six individuals over the past five months.

Additionally, Sergeant Halman and Detective Pondoy participated in an advanced active shooter incident management course, which is held annually to ensure preparedness for emergencies. The department also prioritized leadership training for supervisors, with two officers attending civilian police leadership training in Sandy.

Overall, the meeting underscored the police department's commitment to community safety and ongoing professional development for its officers.