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Pastors on Patrol 2nd Annual Coat/Toy Drive

October 29, 2019 by Danielle Guilds

Kalamazoo, MI-

The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety’s Pastors on Patrol will host the 2nd Annual Coat/Toy Drive for families in need. Pastors on Patrol is reaching out to the community to donate new or gently used coats and new toys. Pastors will be on hand at Public Safety Headquarters, located at 150 E. Crosstown to take donated items November 9, 16 and 23, 2019 from 9am-12pm.

The coat and toy giveaway will take place on December 7, 2019, from 10am-1pm at the Jennings Development Interplex located at 1515 N. Edwards St.

The men of the Pi Lambda Sigma Alumni Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. will also be on hand to assist our Pastors with collection and giveaway. 

Any Kalamazoo Public Safety station will accept coats, gloves, new toys and new hats throughout the month of November. We will accept donations until Monday, December 2, 2019 at 3pm.   

Authority: Vernon Coakley, Assistant Chief

Operations/Community Outreach

Address:  150 E. Crosstown Pkwy., Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001

Date:  October 29, 2019

Contact:  Assistant Chief Vernon Coakley, 269 337-8270

Filed Under: Uncategorized

KALAMAZOO DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY’S APPLICATION PERIOD FOR THE POSITION OF “PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICER” WILL OPEN ON OCTOBER 30, 2019

October 24, 2019 by Danielle Guilds

KDPS will open up the application process for the position of “Public Safety Officer” on Oct. 30, 2019 and it will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on Nov. 15, 2019. The application process consists of an application, a written test, a background packet, physical agility test, and several interviews throughout the process. Once these steps are complete, it is anticipated that an offer of employment would be given in May, 2020.


Applications may be submitted between 10/30/19 through 11/15/19 at the following websites:
1- https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/kalamazoomi
2- www.kalamazoopublicsafety.org


To be considered, applicants must be a U.S. citizen and have a High School Diploma or GED equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and be 21 years old at time of appointment (May, 2020). Applicants will also be required to pass a written and physical test and an extensive background investigation. Applicants are not required to be MCOLES (police) certified to apply.


Kalamazoo Public Safety officers are cross-trained as police officers, firefighters, and medical first responders. They respond to calls for police, fire, and medical emergencies, along with performing other duties. Applicants do not need to have prior police or fire certifications to be considered as KDPS will sponsor them through the police academy and provide fire training, if needed. A training wage may apply to those who need to attend the Police Academy. Additional benefits include a Spanish language bonus, veteran on-the-job training education benefits and the federal direct student loan forgiveness program.


Advancement/additional opportunities include: Detective, Canine Handler, Community Policing Officer, Narcotics Investigator, Crime Lab Technician, SWAT Team, Bomb Squad, Honor Guard, and Command Officer.


Information about KDPS is available at www.kalamazoopublicsafety.org and questions can be submitted through the “Contact” link at the top of the Home Page.

By authority of: Inspector Matt Elzinga

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Douglas Ave Apartment Fire

April 2, 2019 by Danielle Guilds

On Tuesday, April 2nd, 2019 around 8:00 am, Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to the 1200 block of Douglas Ave for a report of an apartment fire. When officers arrived on scene they found heavy smoke conditions coming from an apartment on the second floor inside a multi-level apartment building. It was unknown to officers if there were residents still inside the apartment and search/rescue efforts were immediately started. No one was located inside.


Fire suppression efforts were started and the fire was brought under control in approximately 20 minutes. Officers were on scene for just over an hour conducting firefighter operations. The fire was contained to one apartment, however there was minor water damage sustained to surrounding apartments. The building had an operational sprinkler system which was critical in this incident in containing the fire and preventing fire spread throughout the building.


No civilians or firefighters were injured in this incident. Two residents were temporarily displaced due to the fire, but are receiving services through the Red Cross. The fire cause is under investigation by the Fire Marshal.


Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 488-8911, Silent Observer at 343-2100 or report online at www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com.


By authority of: Lt Danielle Guilds

Date: Tuesday, April 02, 2019
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy. Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Captain Matthew Huber, Operations Division, 269-337-8120

Filed Under: News Releases

Motorcycle vs. Vehicle Injury Accident

March 28, 2019 by Danielle Guilds

Kalamazoo, MI:
On Thursday, March 28, 2019 at 3pm, the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety was dispatched to the intersection of N Park St and Water St for a motorcyclist which struck a vehicle. The motorcyclist was traveling northbound on N Park St from Michigan Ave at excessive speeds. A vehicle traveling westbound on Water St crossed through the intersection, but did not see the motorcycle. The motorcyclist, a 21 year old Kalamazoo resident, sustained serious injuries as a result of the accident and was treated at an area hospital. Speed was a factor in this accident. Two lanes of N Park St at Water St were temporarily closed while the accident was investigated.


As spring approaches, more and more motorcyclists are taking to the road. Motorists are reminded to remain vigilant of the increased number of motorcycles on the roadway.


Anyone having information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety at 337-8994 or Silent Observer at 343-2100.


By authority of: Sgt. David Moran

Date: Thursday, March 28, 2019
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy. Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Captain Matthew Huber, Operations Division, 269-337-8120

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Miller Road – Personal Injury Accident

March 28, 2019 by Danielle Guilds

Kalamazoo, MI-


On Thursday, March 28, 2019, at approximately 12:00 p.m, Kalamazoo Public Safety officers responded to the 2100 block of Miller Road in reference to a personal injury accident. Officers on scene found that a single vehicle, occupied by a sole male driver, had crashed into a light pole.


Observation of the vehicle showed airbag deployment and substantial damage to the driver’s side of the vehicle; additionally the impact of the crash caused a light pole to be broken in half. During the course of the investigation, officers spoke to numerous witnesses in the area. It was reported that the driver of the vehicle was traveling at a high rate of speed, upward estimates of 70-80 miles per hour in a 30 mile per hour zone.


Additionally it was reported that the driver almost hit a pedestrian and another driver before losing control of the vehicle and crashing into the light pole. The at-fault driver was cited for reckless driving and transported to Bronson Hospital to be treated for non life threatening injuries. Consumers responded to the scene and repaired the broken pole, preventing any interruption in traffic flow.


Anyone with information about this accident is encouraged to call Kalamazoo Public Safety at (269) 488-8911, Silent Observer at (269) 343-2100, or email www.kalamazoosilentobserver.com


Authority: Sgt. L. McMillon

Date: March 28, 2019
Address: 150 E. Crosstown Pkwy. Suite A, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Contact: Captain Matthew Huber, Operations Division, 337-8120

Filed Under: Uncategorized

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