Action PlAn
West Region
OUR VISION
Safe Communities... A Secure Ontario
OUR MISSION
Committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.
OUR VALUES
Professionalism, Accountability, Diversity, Respect, Excellence and Leadership
Ontario’s Mobilization & Engagement Model of Community Policing
Community Engagement & Liaison
Communities which have the greatest capacity to
resolve issues that threaten their safety, security
and well-being, require the least police assistance.
Situational Crime Prevention Measures: focus on
specific forms of crime - like double-cylinder, dual
bolt locks that prevent some forms of break and enter.
Police may have to find the natural community leaders
and engage them to help community members
increase their own safety, security and well-being.
Community
&
Police
Community Mobilization
& Crime Prevention
COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION
Actions and initiatives that police officers
take to motivate and support neighbours
to deal more effectively with the
root causes of crime and insecurity
in their neighbourhoods.
Community Safety
& Consultation
COMMUNITY
Community includes every person
or organization that is affected
by any real or anticipated threat
to peace, safety, security and well-being.
COMMUNITY POLICING
Community Policing is the process
by which police and other
community members partner to improve
community wellbeing, safety and security
through joint problem identification,
analysis, response and evaluation.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Police actions that encourage
participation of neighbours and
citizens in increasing their own
and others safety, security
and well-being.
Community Engagement
Community Mobilization
Enforcement & Crime Suppression
West Region 2014-2016 Action Plan
Ontario Provincial Police
2014-2016 West Region Action Plan
Table of Contents
Page
Message from the Regional Commander
2
Facts and Figures
3
Overview
4
Our Region
8
List of Priorities for 2014-2016
10
Crime
11
Traffic
15
Other Policing Priorities
17
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Message from the Regional Commander
This 2014-2016 Action Plan has been developed to ensure OPP priorities, resources and activities are aligned with
the needs of West Region. In an era of limited resources and expanding expectations, change is the one thing we can
count upon in the road ahead. While we respect and honour our past, there’s no question our organization will
continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of the communities we serve today and in the future.
The widespread popularity of electronic handheld devices like smartphones has made it easier than ever to be
connected to the world around us. However, an increasing number of drivers are using these devices behind the
wheel, too frequently with tragic results. OPP West Region is taking a proactive approach to combat the disturbing
growth in the number of distracted driving collisions. A number of unmarked police vehicles will be assigned to 6 West
Region detachments to be used for the purpose of enforcing tougher distracted driving laws and ensuring public safety
on Ontario’s roads and highways.
In July, the OPP introduced Citizen Self-Reporting, an important initiative aimed at improving service to the public while making efficient and
effective use of our time and resources. Rather than dispatching an officer to an occurrence involving such calls as theft under, mischief or lost
property, a citizen may choose to report the incident from the convenience of a computer without attending a detachment or waiting for an officer
to attend. This streamlined reporting system is aimed at improving response times to emergent calls and allowing our West Region members to
spend more time on investigation, prevention or enforcement initiatives and less time taking reports and performing administrative tasks.
OPP West Region can also expect substantial change in its workforce in the years ahead as some of our most experienced members retire to face
new challenges or take a well-earned rest after years of dedicated service. It will be difficult to replace the extensive knowledge and skills these
members bring to their detachments, but the hard work being done by our recruiters will ensure the men and women who wear the uniform will
carry on the OPP’s tradition of excellence.
As always, challenges will emerge in the future requiring us to change the way we do business, but our commitment to ensure public safety
through proactive and innovative policing will remain the same.
John A. Cain
Chief Superintendent
Regional Commander
West Region
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Facts and Figures
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West Region 2014-2016 Action Plan
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Overview
Region Personnel
Uniform
Chief Superintendent
Superintendent
Inspector
Staff Sergeant
Sergeant
Constable
TOTAL Uniform
Civilian
Civilian Classified
TOTAL Civilian
TOTAL
Table 1-1
TOTAL
1
2
17
24
149
1,116
1,309
TOTAL
126
126
1,435
Data is based on Staff Strength Headcount, includes employees on
leave of absence except those on Long Term Income Protection.
Excludes Unclassified Civilians and Casual/Part-Time Police.
Source: Workforce Information Network (WIN) Extract 21Jul2014
OPP Facilities in Region
Facility
Number of Region Facilities
Number of Satellite Locations
Extended Service Offices and Storefronts
Provincial Communications, Forensic
Identification, Crime
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Table 1-2
2013
16
30
42
5
Hours (Field Personnel)
2011
Criminal
Code
Traffic
Patrol
Other
TOTAL
Table 1-3
%
2013
Change
405,937.25
-7.87%
2012
451,121.25
440,599.25
226,407.50
503,262.75
1,402,935.51
2,583,727.01
226,594.75
513,224.00
1,387,304.50
2,567,722.50
237,025.50
533,004.25
1,400,120.25
2,576,087.25
4.60%
3.85%
0.92%
0.33%
Data is based on Region patrol and obligated duty hours worked.
Source: Ontario Provincial Police, Daily Activity Reporting System. 14Apr2014
Note: The % change is based on last year over previous year.
Criminal Code & Provincial Statute Charges Laid
Highway Traffic Act
Criminal Code Traffic
Criminal Code NonTraffic
Liquor Licence Act
Other
TOTAL
2011
2012
100,884
2,792
16,562
112,658
2,942
16,574
Table 1-4
%
2013
Change
112,224
-0.4%
2,696
-8.4%
14,260
-14.0%
4,890
12,750
137,878
4,769
13,555
150,498
4,184
14,007
147,371
-12.3%
3.3%
-2.1%
Source: Ministry of the Attorney General Integrated Court Offence Network (ICON)
14Apr2014
Note: These annual counts are based on the date charges were entered into MAG’s
ICON and not the date the charges occurred. The % change is based on last year over
previous year.
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CRIME
Violent Crimes
Offences
01-Murder
02-Other Offences Causing
Death
03-Attempt Murder
04-Sexual Assault
05-Assault
06-Abduction
07-Robbery
08-Other Crimes Against a
Person
TOTAL
2011
2012
2013
4
5
3
Table 2-1
%
Change
-40.00%
1
3
1
-66.67%
3
496
2,654
68
77
10
480
2,625
55
73
0
433
2,244
45
46
-100.00%
-9.79%
-14.51%
-18.18%
-36.99%
1,281
1,380
1,146
-16.96%
4,584
4,631
3,918
-15.40%
Property Crimes
Offences
01-Arson
02-Break and Enter
03-Theft Over $5,000
04-Theft Under $5,000
05-Have Stolen Goods
06-Fraud
07-Mischief
TOTAL
2011
2012
74
2,700
998
7,052
376
1,448
4,612
17,260
77
2,838
1,295
6,445
248
1,527
4,328
16,758
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Table 2-2
%
2013
Change
43
-44.16%
2,487
-12.37%
1,137
-12.20%
5,910
-8.30%
200
-19.35%
1,430
-6.35%
3,739
-13.61%
14,946 -10.81%
Please note, the following offences are included accordingly:
Corresponding Primary Offence Levels
01* Murder 1st Degree, Murder 2nd Degree, Manslaughter, Infanticide
02 Criminal Negligence Causing Death, Other Related Offences Causing Death
03 Attempted Murder, Conspire to Commit Murder
04 Aggregated Sexual Assault, Sexual Assault with a Weapon, Sexual Assault, Other
Criminal Code * Sec. 151 – Sec. 160, Sexual Interference, Invitation to Sexual Touching,
Sexual Exploitation, Sexual Exploitation of a Person with a Disability, Incest, Corrupting
Morals of a Child, Sexually Explicit Material to Child with Intent, Luring a Child via a
Computer, Anal Intercourse, Bestiality – Commit/Compel/Incite Person, Voyeurism
05 Aggravated Assault Level 3, Assault with a Weapon, Assault Level 1, Unlawfully
Causing Bodily Harm, Discharge Firearm with Intent, Using Firearm (or imitation) in
commission of offence, Pointing a Firearm, Assault Peace Officer, Assault Peace Officer
with a Weapon OR Cause Bodily Harm, Aggravated Assault on Peace Officer, Criminal
Negligence – Bodily Harm, Trap Likely to or Cause Bodily Harm, Other Assaults / Admin
Noxious thing
06 Kidnapping / Confinement, Kidnapping, Forcible Confinement, Hostage Taking,
Trafficking in Persons, Abduction Under 14, Abduction Under 16, Remove Child from
Canada, Abduction Contravening A Custody Order, Abduction – No Custody Order
07 Robbery, Robbery of Firearms
08 Extortion, Intimidation of a Justice System Participant or a Journalist, Intimidation of a
Non-Justice Participant, Criminal Harassment, Threatening / Indecent Phone Calls, Utter
Threats, Explosives, Arson – Disregard for Human Life, Other Criminal Code * against
public order
*Homicide Data is extracted from Homicide Survey
Corresponding Primary Offence Levels
01 Arson
02 Break & Enter, Break & Enter – Firearms, Break & Enter – Steal firearm from motor
vehicle
03 Theft Over, Theft Over $5,000 – Motor Vehicle, Theft from Motor Vehicles Over $5,000,
Theft Over $5,000 Shoplifting, Theft of Motor Vehicle
04 Theft Under $5,000, Theft Under $5,000 – Motor Vehicle, Theft from Motor Vehicles
Under $5,000, Theft Under $5,000 Shoplifting
05 Possession of Stolen Goods, Trafficking in Stolen Goods over $5,000 (incl. possession
with intent to traffic), Possession of Stolen Goods over $5,000, Trafficking in Stolen Goods
under $5,000 (incl. possession with intent to traffic), Possession of Stolen Goods under
$5,000
06 Fraud, Identity Theft, Identity Fraud
07 Mischief, Mischief to Property Over $5,000 Exp., Mischief to Property Under $5,000
Exp., Mischief to Religious Property Motivated by Hate, Altering / Destroying / Removing a
vehicle identification number
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Other Criminal Code
Offences
2011
2012
2013
01-Offensive Weapons
02-Other Criminal Code
168
191
187
Table 2-3
%
Change
-2.09%
2,650
2,782
2,373
-14.70%
2,818
2,973
2,560
-13.89%
*excluding traffic
TOTAL
Drugs
Offences
2011
2012
2013
01-Possession
02-Trafficking
03-Importation and
Production
TOTAL
1,239
345
145
1,379
325
174
1,411
320
163
Table 2-4
%
Change
2.32%
-1.54%
-6.32%
1,729
1,878
1,894
0.85%
Federal Statutes
Offences
2011
2012
2013
01-Other Federal Statutes
TOTAL
194
194
181
181
211
211
Table 2-5
%
Change
16.57%
16.57%
2013 Intelligence-Led Policing – Crime Abatement Strategy Table 2-6
Number of Checks
Number of Charges
1518
770
Source: Niche RDP Data Extract Custom Report, 09May14
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Corresponding Primary Offence Levels
01 Offensive Weapons – Explosives, Use of Firearm in Offence, Offensive Weapons –
Weapons Trafficking, Possess Firearm while prohibited, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 78 –
Sec. 96, Import / Export – Firearm / Weapon / Ammunition / Device, Offensive Weapons –
Point Firearm, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 105 – Sec. 108, Breach of Firearms Regulation
– Unsafe Storage
02 Prostitution – Bawdy House, Live on avails of prostitution, Parent / Guardian Procure
sexual activity, Prostitution under 18 – Procuring, Prostitution – Other Prostitution, Betting
House, Gaming House, Other Gaming and Betting, Bail Violations, Counterfeit Money,
Disturb the Peace, Escape Custody, Indecent Acts, Child Pornography, Voyeurism, Public
Morals, Lure Child via Computer, Obstruct Public Peace Officer , Prisoner Unlawfully at
Large, Trespass at Night, Fail to Attend Court, Breach of Probation, Threatening /
Harassing Phone Calls, Utter Threats to Property / Animals, Advocating Genocide, Public
Incitement of Hatred, Unauthorized record for sale, rental, comm. Distribution, Other
Criminal Code * Sec. 46 – Sec. 78.1, Property or Services for Terrorist Activities,
Terrorism – Property, Participate in Activity of Terrorist Group, Facilitate Terrorist Activity,
Instruct Terrorist Act, Harbour or conceal a Terrorist, Hoax Terrorism, Offensive Weapons
– Careless use of firearms, Bribery / Perjury, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 176 – Sec. 182,
Interception / Disclosure of Communication, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 215 – Sec. 319,
Other Criminal Code * Sec. 337 – Sec. 352, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 415 – Sec. 427,
Intimidation of Justice System Participant, Other Criminal Code * Sec. 437 – Sec. 447,
Offences Related to Currency, Proceeds of Crime, Attempts, Conspiracies, Accessories,
Instruct Offence for Criminal Organization, Commission of offence for Criminal
Organization, Participate in Activities of Criminal Organization, Other Criminal Code * Sec.
462 – Sec. 753
Corresponding Primary Offence Levels
01 Possession–Heroin, Possession–Cocaine, Possession–Other Controlled Drugs and
Substances Act (CDSA), Possession–Cannabis, Possession–Methamphetamine (Crystal
Meth), Possession–Methylenedioxyamphetamine (Ecstasy)
02 Trafficking–Heroin, Trafficking–Cocaine, Trafficking-Other CDSA, Trafficking–
Cannabis, Trafficking-Methamphetamine (Crystal Meth), TraffickingMethylenedioxyamphetamine (Ecstasy)
03 Import/Export–Heroin, Import/Export–Cocaine, Import/Export–Other Drugs, CDSA
*Sec.6 Import/Export
Corresponding Primary Offence Levels
01 Other Federal Statutes, Bankruptcy Act, Income Tax Act, Canada Shipping Act,
Canada Health Act, Customs Act, Competition Act, Excise Act, Youth Criminal Justice Act
(YCJA), Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, Human Trafficking (involving the use of
abduction, fraud, deception or use of threat), Human Smuggling fewer than 10 persons,
Human Smuggling 10 persons or more, Firearms Act, National Defence Act, Other
Federal Statutes
Tables 2-1, 2-2, 2-3, 2-4, 2-5
Source: Records Management System (RMS Niche), 03May2014
Note: These annual counts are based on primary UCR offence level counts only, actual
occurrences. The % change is based on last year over previous year.
For a more detailed explanation of Uniform Crime Reporting Codes see Statistics Canada,
Uniform Crime Reporting at www.statcan.gc.ca
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TRAFFIC
The OPP is focused on the “Big Four” factors in deaths and injuries: lack of occupant restraint, aggressive driving including speeding, impaired
and distracted driving.
Motor Vehicle Collisions (MVC) by Type
Table 3-1
(Includes roadway, off-road and motorized snow vehicle collisions)
Fatal MVCs
Personal Injury MVCs
Property Damage MVCs
TOTAL MVCs
Alcohol-related MVCs
Animal Related MVCs
Persons Killed
Persons Injured
2011
2012
2013
78
2,051
13,609
15,738
465
3,682
82
3,043
89
1,826
13,196
15,111
531
3,849
109
2,746
75
1,823
14,022
15,920
391
3,972
83
2,774
%
Change
-15.73%
-0.16%
6.26%
5.35%
-26.37%
3.20%
-23.85%
1.02%
Source: Ontario Provincial Police, Collision Reporting System (CRS), 03May2014
Note: The % change is based on last year over previous year.
Primary Causal Factors in Fatal MVCs on Roadways
The Big Four
# of Fatal MVCs where
speed is a Factor
# of Fatal MVCs where
alcohol is a Factor
# of Fatalities where lack of
seatbelt* use is a Factor
# of Fatal MVCs where
driver inattention is a Factor
# of Fatal MVCs where wildlife is
a Factor
Total Fatal MVCs
2011
2012
2013
11
17
11
Table 3-2
%
Change
-35.29%
6
9
7
-22.22%
23
27
25
-7.41%
7
5
12
140.00%
0
0
0
-
75
83
70
-15.66%
Source: Ontario Provincial Police Collision Reporting System (CRS). 03May2014
The % change is based on last year over previous year.
* Seatbelt includes: Use unknown, lap and shoulder belt, lap belt only, lap belt only of
combined assembly, child safety seat used incorrectly, child safety seat used correctly,
other passive restraint device.
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Fatalities in Region
Roadways
Fatal Incidents
Persons Killed
Alcohol Related
Marine
Fatal Incidents
Persons Killed
Alcohol Related
Off-Road Vehicles
Fatal Incidents
Persons Killed
Alcohol Related
Motorized Snow
Vehicles
Fatal Incidents
Persons Killed
Alcohol Related
Table 3-3
2011
2012
2013
75
79
21
83
103
24
70
78
17
2011
2012
2013
2
4
1
5
6
3
3
3
0
2011
2012
2013
0
0
0
4
4
3
3
3
0
2011
2012
2013
4
4
1
2
2
0
2
2
2
%
Change
-15.66%
-24.27%
-29.17%
%
Change
-40.00%
-50.00%
-100.00%
%
Change
-25.00%
-25.00%
-100.00%
%
Change
0.00%
0.00%
-
Source: Ontario Provincial Police, Collision Reporting System (CRS),
03May2014
Note: Motorized Snow Vehicles Statistics are reported seasonally from October
1st to March 31st each reporting period. The % change is based on last year
over previous year.
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Our Region
From our 15 detachments situated across Southwestern Ontario, West Region OPP safeguards one of the largest and most geographically
diverse regions in the province. West Region employs approximately 1435 staff members, including 1,309 uniformed officers, provide policing
services across an area 174,570 square kilometres in size. Approximately 650,000 Ontarians live, work and play in West Region throughout the
year, but that number swells to about 850,000 during the summer, as tourists and part-time residents take advantage of the region’s beautiful
beaches and scenic countryside. Our members patrol the busy 400-series highways, the rugged Great Lakes shoreline of Bruce Peninsula and
the fertile farmlands of Essex and Wellington Counties. West Region OPP also ensures the safe passage of thousands of trucks across two of
the country’s most active border crossings in Sarnia and Windsor. In all, members are responsible for policing 2,431 kilometres of King’s
Highway and another 33,093 kilometers of other roadways.
In addition to the largest number of municipal policing contracts within the Ontario Provincial Police organization, West Region OPP also
administers six First Nations Police Services. We are proud of our efforts to build upon the strong relationships we already enjoy with First Nations
people in West Region.
West Region OPP officers have considerable experience in policing and maintaining public safety at large-scale annual events involving
th
thousands of people. Every Friday the 13 , Port Dover is host to tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts, including members of outlaw
motorcycle gangs. In July, boaters converge on Pottahawk Point in Norfolk County for an annual party that attracts thousands of participants.
While these events present significant public safety challenges to West Region OPP, both gatherings are usually held without major incident.
Since the economic downturn of 2008, Southwestern Ontario has experienced significant job losses, particularly in the manufacturing sector. The
unemployment rate in many communities has remained stubbornly high as major employers have restructured and/or moved operations. As a
result, many communities hard-hit by plant closures have seen an increase in the social issues that accompany job loss, such as alcohol and drug
abuse and domestic violence. As the economy improves, OPP West Region members will continue to work diligently with its partners to mitigate
the social impact of economic restructuring.
Maintaining strong and effective partnerships with municipal elected officials, as well as the citizens of the communities we serve, is of paramount
importance to the challenging economic years ahead. West Region OPP will continue its drive to introduce innovative and cost-effective programs
as we strive to make our communities, roads, highways and waterways the safest in Ontario.
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Our Region
Community Satisfaction Survey
Year: 2014
The research company R.A. Malatest & Associates Ltd. conducted this telephone survey between January 14, 2014 and March 31, 2014.
Randomly selected telephone numbers and Random Digit Dial were used to sample respondents who were at least 16 years old, where no
member of the household was employed by the OPP.
On average, there were 380 surveys completed for each of the 14 detachments for a total of 5352 completed surveys representing all residents in
communities served by West Region detachments.
The next Community Satisfaction Survey for OPP West Region will be conducted in the winter of 2017
1.
How safe do you feel in your community?
The vast majority (98.3%) of respondents felt safe in their community
2.
How satisfied were you with the ease of contacting the OPP?
Just over one quarter of the respondents had personally contacted the OPP in the past year and of those 88% were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very
satisfied’ with the ease of contacting the OPP
3.
Overall, how satisfied are you with the quality of the police service provided by the OPP?
93.8% of respondents said they were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very satisfied’ with the overall quality of service provided by the OPP
4.
How satisfied are you with the visibility of the OPP in your community?
93.8% were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very satisfied’ with the visibility of the OPP on the highways and 89.2% were ‘satisfied’ or ‘very satisfied’
with the visibility of the OPP in their communities
5.
Do you perceive the OPP to be involved in your community?
83.1% of respondents perceive the OPP to be ‘involved’ or ‘very involved’ in their community
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List of Priorities for 2014-2016
The OPP’s action planning process ensures compliance with the Adequacy and Effectiveness of Police Services Regulation (Adequacy
Standards) filed as O. Reg. 3/99 in 1999.
Through assessment, analysis and consultation, the following priorities were identified under three categories: crime, traffic and other policing.
The priorities reflect provincial and regional issues. Subsequent local analysis and consultation will further identify the specific areas of focus for
this region. Priorities will be addressed by effective management strategies combining engagement, education and enforcement. Operationalized
within the construct of Ontario’s Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing these strategies will provide the foundation for
sustainable community safety and reduced victimization.
CRIME
TRAFFIC
**The Big Four causal factors of fatal, personal
injury and property damage collisions on
roadways, waterways and trails: impaired
(alcohol/drug), speeding/ aggressive and
inattentive/distracted driving and lack of occupant
restraint and safety equipment
OTHER POLICING PRIORITIES
**Calls for service involving persons with
mental health issues or in a mental health
crisis through engagement and education
**Property Crime:
• *Theft Over $5000
• *Fraud
• *Arson
• *Break and Enters
*Animal Involved Collisions
**Reducing 911 “Pocket Dials” through
engagement and education
**Illicit Drugs
*Regional Response to weather related major
collisions and road closures
*Response to Major Events/Demonstrations
**Violent Crime:
• *Sexual Assault
• *Abduction
• *Robbery
• *Other Crimes Against Persons
• *Domestic Violence
**Reducing victimization from cyber
and/or technology-enabled crime
through engagement and education
** OPP Provincial Priority
* OPP Regional Priority
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Crime
**Violent Crime –Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Abduction, Robbery, Other Crimes against Persons
•
Domestic violence will continue to be a focus for West Region as well as reducing victimization and harm in relation to violent crimes such as
assaults, sexual assaults, abduction, and other crimes against persons.
•
Abductions are primarily parental and often related to child custody disputes. Links between criminal and family court matters will be
recognized and training on custodial orders will enhance our abilities to prevent abductions.
•
Robbery remains a focus in West Region. These crimes are often related to drug dependency and multi-jurisdictional in nature. Cooperation
between West Region Detachments, policing partners and OPP specialized units is essential in solving these crimes.
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
Enforcement
ACTIVITIES
o Enhanced working relationships with justice partners including: federal and municipal
police, Ministry of the Attorney General, Provincial Probation & Parole, Federal
Parole, Victim Services, Victim Witness Assistance Programs, and the Children’s Aid
Society
o Partnership with Canadian Bankers Association for education and prevention
opportunities
o Regional Abuse Issues Coordinator will track compliance on Violent Crime Linkage
Analysis System (ViCLAS) and Ontario Sex Offender Registry (OSOR) , domestic
violence, and ILP-CAS and provide feedback to West Region Detachments
o Regional media releases involving educational and public safety messaging relating
to violent crimes to engage and inform the public
o Support of the implementation and training of the Domestic Violence Risk
Management Report (DVRM) to reduce further victimization
o Regional support of the Crime Stoppers program
o In cooperation with Community Safety Section implement evidence-based crime
prevention strategies in West Region; Robbery Prevention Programs
o Media Sergeant to engage Community Service Officers in senior awareness, and
safety
o Regional Abuse Issues Coordinator will coordinate the ILP-CAS supporting a
consistent regional crime suppression strategy approach designed to deter the
criminal activities of repeat offenders and reduce victimization
o West Region Intelligence Analyst to look for ongoing trend analysis on robberies
o Regional Intelligence Unit and detachment analysts will continue to identify crime
trends and patterns in support of proactive strategies allowing detachments and
Regional crime personnel to focus enforcement efforts
o Regional crime personnel will continue to provide investigative supervision, support
and investigative expertise to West Region detachments investigating violent crimes
TARGETED OUTCOME
Provincial Target
1.9% reduction in overall
violent crime by 2016.
Provincial targeted outcomes are
based on projections derived
from trend analysis of 2008-2012
actual occurrence data
** OPP Provincial Priority
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Crime
**Property Crime – Fraud, Theft Over $5000, Arson and Break and Enters
•
•
•
•
West Region continues to place a high priority on reducing victimization
Property Crimes remains a focus in West Region. These crimes are often related to drug dependency and multi-jurisdictional in nature.
Cooperation between West Region detachments, policing partners and OPP specialized units is essential in solving these crimes
Cause determination in arson investigations is a challenge. West Region will continue to work cooperatively with the Ontario Fire Marshal’s
Office to quickly determine if fire scenes are criminal in nature.
Frauds of all types have a major impact on the citizens of West Region. West Region is committed to enhancing our abilities to effectively
investigate these types of crimes.
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
Enforcement
ACTIVITIES
o In cooperation with Provincial Crime Prevention Section and community partners,
implement evidence-based crime prevention strategies such as Safeguard Ontario
Property Security Program, Lock it or Lose it Auto Theft Prevention Program, Crime
Prevention Through Environmental Design, and the Community Watch Programs
o Regional support of the Crime Stoppers program
o Canadian Bankers Association
o Fire Marshal
o Local Fire departments
o BIA associations
o
Regional media releases involving educational and public safety messaging, including
crime prevention initiatives, relating to property crimes to engage and inform the
public
o
Regional Abuse Issues Coordinator will coordinate the ILP-CAS supporting a
consistent regional crime suppression strategy approach designed to deter the
criminal activities of repeat offenders and reduce victimization
Regional Intelligence Unit and detachment analysts will continue to identify crime
trends and patterns in support of proactive strategies allowing detachments and
Regional Crime personnel to focus enforcement efforts
Enhanced Regional Support Team assignments to multi-jurisdictional property crimes
initiatives in support of West Region detachments
Regional Crime personnel will continue to provide investigative supervision, support
and investigative expertise to West Region detachments investigating property crimes
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o
TARGETED OUTCOME
Provincial Target
11.3% reduction in overall
property crime by 2016.
Provincial targeted outcomes
are based on projections
derived from trend analysis of
2008-2012 actual occurrence
data
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Crime
**Illicit Drugs
•
•
Drug crimes are often related to violent crimes and property crimes and often relate to underlying social/behaviour disorder issues (e.g.,
addition, mental illness). Understanding drug crime trends and root issues/causes to focus enforcement and prevention efforts will have a
positive impact on the number of violent crimes and property crimes in West Region and reduce victimization
A high level of cooperation between Regional Crime, Detachments and Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) is essential to effectively combat drug
crimes and reduce victimization
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
ACTIVITIES
o Regional Crime will continue to support the DEU, the Community Drug Action Team
(CDAT) and the Detachment Street Crimes Units
o Regional support of the Annual Drug Drop Off Day
o Regional support of the Fentanyl Patch Exchange Program
o Regional Abuse Issues Coordinator will coordinate the ILP-CAS supporting a
consistent regional crime suppression strategy approach designed to deter the
criminal activities of repeat offenders and reduce victimization
o Identify other community/justice partners to be engaged
o
o
o
o
Enforcement
o
o
o
Regional media releases involving educational and public safety messaging relating
to drug crimes to engage and inform the public
Regional support of the Crime Stoppers program
In cooperation with Provincial Crime Prevention Section implement evidence-based
crime prevention strategies in West Region
Regional Crime and DEU will cooperatively provide training in relation to drug crimes
TARGETED OUTCOME
No Provincial target has
been determined at this
time. The methodology and
reporting on achievements
will be based:
• Possession, trafficking
and importation and
production statistics
(refer to pg. 6, Table 24)
• Community Drug Action
Team Statistics
Regional Intelligence Unit and Detachment analysts will continue to identify crime
trends and patterns in support of proactive strategies allowing Detachments and
Regional Crime personnel to focus enforcement efforts
Enhanced Regional Support Team assignments to multi-jurisdictional drug initiatives
in support of West Region Detachments
Regional Crime personnel will support DEU with the investigation of drug crimes in
West Region
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Crime
**Reducing victimization from cyber and/or technology-enabled crime through engagement and education
•
•
Computer based crimes continue to impact the citizens of Ontario. West Region is committed to working cooperatively with POIB-Covert
Section and Electronic Crime Section to enhance our effectiveness in detecting, investigating and enforcing these crimes and reducing
victimization
West Region will work cooperatively with POIB-Covert Section and Electronic Crime Section to provide the appropriate equipment and
training to members engaged in the investigation of computer crimes
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
ACTIVITIES
o Regional Crime will support Crime Prevention initiatives throughout West Region
o Regional support for engagement of school boards, community partners, and media
throughout West Region
o Engagement of POIB-Covert Operations Section and Electronic Crime Section
o Regional Crime will enhance abilities to gather digital evidence
o
o
o
o
Enforcement
o
o
Regional media releases involving educational and public safety messaging relating
to cyber and/or technology-enabled crimes to engage and inform the public
Regional support of the Crime Stoppers program
Computer crimes training for Regional Crime personnel
OPP Seniors Assistance Resources
TARGETED OUTCOME
Standardized tracking and
reporting for this provincial
priority area is currently
being explored and defined
organizationally.
Achievements will be based
on prevention activities until
further communicated.
Regional Intelligence Unit Supervisor coordinates covert online investigations for
West Region through POIB-Covert Operations Section
Regional Crime personnel will continue to provide investigative supervision, support
and investigative expertise to West Region detachments investigating computer
based crimes
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Traffic
**The Big Four causal factors of fatal, personal injury and property damage collisions on roadways, waterways and trails: impaired
(alcohol/drug), speeding/ aggressive and inattentive/distracted driving and lack of occupant restraint and safety equipment
•
•
•
•
Analysis of traffic data indicates driver inattention as a primary casual factor in many detachment area fatal and personal injury collisions
Further analysis of traffic data indicates a need for continued focus on targeted traffic initiatives such as RIDE and focussed patrols to combat
impaired and other driving offences
West Region will continue to effectively manage large scale weather- related and end of queue collisions
Collisions involving animals continues to be an issue in West Region
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
ACTIVITIES
o Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
o Fire departments and volunteer fire departments
o Ministry of Transportation, including snow removal and road maintenance
o Board of Education
o Driver training centres
o Local roads and works departments
o Ministry of Natural Resources
o Detachments
o Auxiliary officers
o Monitoring of weather trends, Ministry of Environment notifications
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
o
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
TARGETED OUTCOME
Provincial Target
1.7% reduction in total
motor vehicle collisions by
2016.
*Provincial targeted outcomes
are based on projections
derived from trend analysis of
2008-2012 collision reporting
system data.
Community members through proactive vehicles stop
RIDE
Education sessions/displays at ONroute centres
Crime and traffic analysis and mapping - members for focused patrol use
Provincial Traffic Safety Campaigns - members for directed patrols enforcement
Drive Wise - community members
Collision Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED) - members,
City/Township, Engineering and Roads Departments
CSO’s will continue to partner with agencies throughout the region and engage the
schools and the media
Public notifications on weather related issues, safe winter driving, animal related
collisions
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Enforcement
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o
o
o
o
o
Ongoing regional high visibility, strategic deployment, focused patrol and consistent
enforcement
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) coordinated focused efforts
Marine, Motorized Snow (MSV) & All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) pro-active patrols
Consistent enforcement with distracted driving focus
Continuous dedication and participation to provincial traffic initiatives i.e. RIDE
End of queue and traffic management for closed highways
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Other Policing Priorities
**Calls for service involving persons with mental health issues or in a mental health crisis through engagement and education
•
•
In 2012 West Region supported a collaborative pilot program within the region and formed a Mental Health Response Unit (MHRU) with a
local detachment and hospital partnership
We recognized the requirement for a more proactive and strategic response toward specific mental health needs related to dementia and
associated mental illnesses
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
ACTIVITIES
o Canadian Mental Health
o HSJCC
o Area hospitals
o OPP mental health/vulnerable persons resources
o CPTED
o Regional Abuse Issues Coordinator
o EAP and Critical Incident Support
o Promote the use of the InterRAI Mental Health Screener among front-line
personnel through dialogue with detachment commanders
o
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o
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Abuse Issues Coordinator to organize and run Crisis Intervention Training (CIT)
for frontline officers and supervisors
Regional Support of mental health units and collaboration with community
partners and hospitals
Awareness and education for all OPP Personnel
Support for our members and awareness on Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
(PTSD) and Occupational Stress Injuries
TARGETED OUTCOME
No Provincial target has
been determined at this time.
The methodology and
reporting on achievements
will be based:
•
100 % Compliance and
accuracy of completed
InterRai Brief Mental
Health Screener
forms(began tracking
June 2014)
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Other Policing Priorities
**Reducing 911 “Pocket Dials” through engagement and education
•
•
Analysis of West Region area 911 calls for service indicates a great number are attributed to inadvertent or “Pocket Dials”. OPP policy
dictates mandatory police response to all 911 calls
Police resources dispatched to inadvertent/pocket dials create a significant public and officer safety with essential emergency services
responding to non-emergency situations. This is both costly and, in the majority of instances, preventable.
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
ACTIVITIES
o Media/radio
o Board of Education - elementary and secondary schools
o Public transportation, sports and recreation facilities
o Police Services Boards
o Detachments
o Provincial campaigns
o Community Safety Section
o Cell phone service providers
o
o
o
o
TARGETED OUTCOME
Reporting on achievements
will be based on engagement
and education activities.
Public service announcements
Regional Media officer to prepare media releases and assist CSO/High School
officers will include 911 “Pocket Dial” content in lesson plan
Provincial campaigns
Detachments to do local initiatives
** OPP Provincial Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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Other Policing Priorities
*Response to Major Events/Demonstrations
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th
West Region has a significant number of Major Events such as Pottahawk, Friday the 13 , International Plowing Match, Airshows, concerts,
and other large scale events that we will continue to prepare for and pre plan to ensure the safety of both our members and the public
West Region also continues to plan and prepare for demonstrations throughout the region, for those that are planned, as well as those that
occur without notice
Prevention
MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES
Engagement
Education
Enforcement
ACTIVITIES
o Provincial Liaison Team (PLT)
o Aboriginal Policing Bureau (APB)
o WR Intelligence Unit
o Community Safety Section
o Municipalities
o Municipal policing partners
o POIB
o Urban Search and Rescue-Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Police
Explosives Technicians (UCRT)
o Media
o Detachments and Incident Commanders
o Regional Community Services and Media Officer
o Employee Assistance Program(EAP) and Critical Incident Support
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Media Releases
Training members on response and engagement
Key messages
Identification of liaisons
Awareness sessions and debriefs
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Adherence to legislation
Maintain safety of all parties
Focus on keeping the peace
TARGETED OUTCOME
Maintain safe
resolution, ensuring
safety of the public and
the officers through
planning, enforcement
and community
engagement
* OPP Regional Priority
Safe Communities – A Secure Ontario
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ActION PLAN
OPP PROgRAMS
ANd SERVIcES
24-Hour Proactive and Reactive
Policing/Investigation
Intelligence
Aboriginal Policing
Auxiliary Policing
Marine/Motorized Snow
Vehicle/All-Terrain Vehicle
Aviation
Media Relations
Behavioural Sciences and Analysis
Offender Transportation
Canine
Ontario Sex Offender Registry
Chemical, Biological, Radiological,
Nuclear and Explosive Response
Organized Crime Investigation
Child Exploitation Investigation
Communications
Community Policing
Major Case Management
Protective Services
RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere)
Search and Rescue
Complaint Investigation
Surveillance - Electronic
and Physical
Court Case Management
Tactics and Rescue
Crime Prevention
Crime Stoppers
Technical Traffic
Collision Investigation
Crisis Negotiations
Traffic Safety
Differential Response
Training
Drug Enforcement
Underwater Search and Recovery
E-Crime (Electronic Crime)
Urban Search and Rescue
Emergency Planning and Response
ViCLAS (Violent Crime Linkage Analysis System)
Forensic Identification
Victim Assistance
Hate Crimes/Extremism Investigation
Illegal Gaming Investigation
Incident Command
The above list corresponds with the Adequacy & Effectiveness
of Police Services Regulation (Adequacy Standards, O. Reg.
3/99). The list further provides an overview of various OPP
programs and services but should not be considered complete.
West
Region
6355 Westminster Drive
PO Box 57, Lambeth Station
London, ON N6P 1T2
Tel: (519) 652-4100
Fax: (519) 652-4164
www.opp.ca