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Sherwood police present 2024 recap, staffing changes and program priorities
Summary
Sherwood police chief delivered a year-end report highlighting calls for service, mental‑health response work, promotions and hires, technology purchases funded by the Sherwood Police Foundation and continuing challenges tied to retail theft and regional criminal-justice capacity.
Chief Dave delivered a data-focused presentation to the Police Advisory Board summarizing Sherwood Police Department activity in 2024 and outlining priorities for 2025. He reported total calls for service, described the department—s mental-health response work and said the department is pursuing targeted technology and wellness purchases as the city grows.
The report said the department handled roughly 19,300 calls for service in 2024, of which about 13,588 were self-initiated, and that traffic stops accounted for a large share of the year-over-year increase. Chief Dave said the department had been operating with fewer officers for portions of the year because of long-term injuries, FMLA and military leave.
Why it matters: the numbers frame Sherwood—s near-term staffing needs and policy choices. The chief told the board the department is planning for growth tied to the Sherwood West development and is weighing investments in personnel, technology and officer health to meet future demand.
Key department changes and programs
- Promotions and appointments: The department announced two upcoming captain promotions (Corey and Nathan…
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