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Golf Manor police report 421 calls, warn of vehicle-theft trend; Chief Kim to retire Dec. 5
Summary
Police reported 421 calls for service for the month, an uptick in vehicle thefts including methods that allow remote access, and offered free vehicle locks; Chief Kim announced retirement effective Dec. 5.
The village police report showed 421 calls for service during the month, with 302 coming through county dispatch and about 119 self-initiated responses. The department said the majority of runs were EMS-related and that vehicle thefts have increased.
Police reported an emerging theft trend involving apps that can allow access to vehicles and urged residents to take prevention steps; the department is offering free vehicle locks and has increased high-visibility patrols. As the officer summarized, "We are seeing an uptick in more vehicle thefts..." and advised residents to stop by the station for vehicle locks.
The meeting record also includes an announcement that Chief Kim is retiring; the chief’s last day was reported as Dec. 5. Council thanked Chief Kim for his service.
A neighborhood statistics report that had been provided by the chief was not in the online packet and council agreed to table detailed paperwork review until December. The police department will continue to provide incident-by-date information to the council.
