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Bluff City police commend sergeant for crash response; new squad cars prompt public comment
Summary
Chief honored Sergeant Bajousic for his on‑scene care at an October crash; the department reported monthly activity statistics and showed newly procured vehicles, which pleased some residents but drew public comment about color choice and the procurement process.
The Bluff City Police Department presented its October activity report and formally commended Sergeant David Bajousic for his response to a multi‑vehicle crash on Oct. 25 that involved three injured patients.
The department recorded 225 calls for service that month, issued 354 citations and 139 warnings, logged 8,281 patrol miles, and reported 90 arrests year‑to‑date. Chief remarks highlighted patrols, door checks at night and outreach to business owners.
The chief read a formal commendation recognizing Sergeant Bajousic's “professionalism and compassion” in assuring injured victims received immediate appropriate care; the father of one child involved later contacted the department to thank the sergeant, the chief said.
The department also introduced a new fleet of vehicles purchased under state or cooperative procurement. Several attendees praised the new vehicles and the speed and savings realized by selecting a gray model that could be obtained more quickly; some residents expressed disappointment that the color and graphics had not been presented to the board before arrival.
The chief and staff said the police department conducted the procurement decision and that the vehicles met operational standards; he told the board the quicker delivery and lower cost (the department reported a savings of approximately $44,000 and one additional vehicle over the original order) drove the choice. The board and chief said they would work to improve communication with board members about future procurement and graphics input.
