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Maricopa County deputies report jump in traffic enforcement after launch of Fountain Hills Squad 5
Summary
Captain Thomas told the Fountain Hills Town Council that a new MCSO community-outreach unit, Squad 5, has increased traffic stops and business contacts while deputies continue to address quality-of-life issues including urban camping.
Captain Thomas, Maricopa County Sheriff's Office, told the Fountain Hills Town Council that a newly created community-outreach unit known as Squad 5 has increased visible enforcement and contact with local businesses.
“Since that last meeting … our squad has already contacted 47 business owners or managers,” Captain Thomas said, describing the work as non‑enforcement outreach: “going out, shaking hands, talking to people, initiating conversations.” He said deputies used the squad at community events, the back-to-school bash and regular patrols at Fountain Park.
Thomas also presented comparative enforcement figures to the council: in…
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