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Lynwood police report 343 traffic stops, 18 arrests and 22 guns recovered since June meeting
Summary
The Lynwood Police Department reported 1,709 calls for service since June 25, including 343 traffic stops, 18 arrests and 22 guns recovered; officers are conducting a speed-awareness campaign under a STEP grant and will hold National Night Out on Aug. 6.
The police department presented activity statistics covering the period since the last board meeting: “343 Traffic Stops, 18 Arrests, 22 Guns recovered,” with a total of 1,709 calls for service, according to the department's notes. Officers are conducting a speed-awareness campaign during July under a STEP grant.
Chief Thomas also highlighted ongoing case work: detectives' follow-up led to an arrest in a July 7 road‑rage shooting on Rt. 30; officers recovered the offending vehicle and weapon and charges for attempted murder were approved. The department noted an officer who sustained a gunshot wound in a separate Ford Heights incident has returned to duty. National Night Out is scheduled for Aug. 6 from 5–8 p.m.; the event will include a free back-to-school giveaway and public safety demonstrations.
