GYPD responded to a traffic hazard call re: a runaway calf. Ofrs chased it approx 4mi before it jumped into the Canal near Van Buren/303. Corporal McFadden, grabbed & held it (w/o going swimming himself)preventing the calf from drowning. The calf was safely pulled out.
#gypdcares
The Goodyear Police Department is saddened by line of duty death of El Mirage Police Department’s only K9 Officer, Koki. He was killed last night protecting officers and the community. Rest in Peace K9 Koki, thank you for your service.
A Goodwill manager @ the Sarival & Yuma location reported finding what appeared to be a human skull in a donation box. GYPD transported it to the OME for investigation. Their initial findings confirm it is human & appears to be historic. It doesn’t appear to be linked to a crime.
We stand with our brothers & sisters of
@PhoenixPolice
. Five police officers were shot early this morning while protecting the community. We are praying for their full recovery & ask for healing prayers for them, as well as prayers of protection for law enforcement everywhere.
Goodyear Police Department offers our sincere condolences to the Phoenix Police Department who suffered the line of duty death of hero, K9 Officer Bane. Rest In Peace K9 Bane.
Missing Person: Priscilla Suarez was last seen at Desert Edge High School on 10/13/2021. She failed to show up to swim practice after school & when she didn't return home she was reported missing.
Any info, plz contact Det. Erickson at (623) 882-7422 or GYPD (623) 932-1220.
Happy Retirement K-9 Rudy! At Monday night’s City Council meeting, K9 Rudy was presented with a new bowl and the GYPD Medal of Valor for his heroics by Chief Geier. Thanks 2 K9 Rudy, 4 seven years of service!
Congratulations Officer Martinez for being recognized as an outstanding First Responder for your work in helping our homeless population. Well deserved!
Small 2-person plane with mechanical problems landed on Via Villa, Goodyear. The plane crash-landed on the street, hitting one parked unoccupied vehicle. There were NO injuries and minimal damage to the vehicle. Via Villa is closed between Central & Palo Verde.
Goodyear Police were recently called out in the Lip Sync Challenge...waiting can be difficult, so here is a sneak peek to tide you over until the full Goodyear
#PDLipSyncChallenge
video is released. Soon, very soon...
Happy Retirement
#K9
Toby! Thank you for 7 years of dedicated service to the Goodyear Police Department and the citizens of Goodyear. We will miss you sweet boy! Play, eat treats and enjoy your well-deserved retirement!
#Goodyearpolice
#K9Unit
#Retirement
#WeAreGoodyear
A traffic stop on 5/3/20 by GYPD on I-10 @ Sarival Ave, resulted in seizure of 20 lbs of methamphetamine from the vehicle. The current street value of these illegal drugs is approx $60,000.00. 31 y/o Luis Miguel Martinez Loaiza, was arrested & booked. Charge: transporting Meth.
The Goodyear Police have worked tirelessly the last 2 days to investigate the hit & run that took the life of a 13 y/o child. Yesterday the start of some closure was brought to the family w/ the arrest of 44 y/o Richard Romo. Our condolences to the family, friends & community.
Goodyear Police Department would like to congratulate Detective Sergeant Michael Henderson on his well-deserved retirement. He served nearly 30 years with the Goodyear Police Department and 35 total years in law enforcement.
Earlier in Nov, GYPD responded to a “puppy rescue call.” A rancher reported puppies abandoned near a dirt road. Officers located 5 puppies, afraid, hungry, thirsty & dirty. All are now in loving homes w/ PD members. Pictured is Erin, a GYPD 911 dispatcher w/ her fur baby.
GYPD is deeply saddened by the passing of Col Ron Lord, the husband of our beloved Goodyear Mayor, Georgia Lord.
Ron was a retired Air Force Colonel and a Fighter Pilot in Vietnam. He was a good friend of GYPD & served as a VIP. Plz keep Mayor Lord & family in your prayers.
GYPD cares about neighborhoods & families. We're committed to a safe drug-free community. In partnership w/ DEA, we're targeting W. Valley narcotics dealers. A search warrant resulted in seizure of a large amount of drugs, cash & guns. We're getting harmful drugs off the streets!
Everyone needs a Superhero, and we have ours! Thank you to the Contreas family with Mason and Morgan (superheroes) who were kind enough to drop off pizza and donuts.
#mondaymotivation
It's a sad day as GYPD mourns with the rest of AZ, the tragic loss of AZ DPS Trooper Tyler Edenhofer, who died in the line of duty last night. Our thoughts & prayers go out 2 the Edenhofer family, friends & the entire
@Arizona_DPS
family, as well as the 2 injured Troopers.
The blue runs deep; like father, like son! It's
#NationalFamilyDay
& this law enforcement family is keeping the tradition going. Pictured here is Goodyear Detective Dane Scheckel and his dad who retired after 33 years with
@GlendaleAZPD
. Thank you both for serving the community!
GYPD was deeply saddened 2 hear of the passing of our long-time volunteer & dear friend, Weldon Bud Dube. Bud passed away early this am.
Bud has volunteered w/ GYPD since 2012 & served the city of GY as a police and fire volunteer giving 4193 hours of service. He will B missed!
Meet Officer Olson, GYPD's newest SRO. He will serve Estrella Foothills HS, Estrella Mtn. Elem, Westar & Las Brisas. Ofr Olson has been a Patrol Officer w/ GYPD for 12 yrs. He's looking forward 2 building new relationships with sch staff & students!
#SchoolSafety
#BacktoSchool
Goodyear detectives rescued this kitten from a vehicle.
AZ temps are rising, but even with mild temps, the heat inside a closed car can reach dangerous levels quickly & be deadly. If you see a child or pet left inside a hot car, call 911 & stay until police/fire arrive.
Thank you Olive Garden and manager, Angel Martinez, who generously provided food for our officers and dispatchers who were working on Labor Day. We are truly grateful to our community partners! Obviously, everyone enjoyed the meal immensely.
5y/o Addie was sad due to an injury she sustained to her face, leaving nasty, but healable wounds. Goodyear Officers Chaparro & Washington visited to cheer her up. They delivered a stuffed unicorn to commend her for her bravery. We heard she loves unicorns & it made her smile!
A little
#MondayMotivation
on this
#NationalPuppyDay
K9 Basco is having trouble adapting to
#socialdistancing
, he loves his dad and going to work! K9 Basco, Officer Jordan and the entire Goodyear Police Department are here for your protection Goodyear!
Goodyear Police Traffic Alert
Due to a serious injury crash involving a large group of bicyclists, Cotton Lane is closed in both directions from the circle at Estrella Parkway to MC85 while police investigate. Please use alternate routes. This closure will last several hours.
GYPD thanks our community for the outpouring of support we have received this past week. Many have sent messages of support, stopped by, or had lunch, treats or supplies delivered; from the bottom of our hearts...we thank you! Please see full message:
During these uncertain times, GYPD would like to reassure our community that public safety is our top priority. We’re prepared & monitoring all threats; working closely w/ other LE agencies to coordinate efforts & maximize resources. Plz see full message
We urgently ask for prayers for 3 Phoenix Police Officers who were shot tonight in the line of duty, as well as prayers for their families. To our brothers and sisters of the Phoenix Police Department, we are praying for you all.
It's
#WorldWildlifeDay
& to celebrate, we are sharing photos of Officer Mann & the wildlife with which he has rescued or interacted. He has a heart for the most vulnerable and the desire to help anyone in need, even our furry and feathered friends. Thanks for your caring spirit!
Today we celebrate the career of Officer Tellez. Thank you for 20 years of service with Goodyear PD and 24 years in law enforcement. We wish you all the best in retirement!
#Goodyearpolice
#WeAreGoodyear
#GYPDCares
Goodyear Police arrested & booked into jail the driver of vehicle, 26 y/o Pedro Quintana Lujanbe. Goodyear Police department is deeply saddened by this tragedy & extends condolences to the loved ones of the victims as well as to the cycling community & the community as a whole.
Estrella Foothills High School is open as a respite center for those affected by the power outage and damaged homes. Red Cross is on the way to staff and stock the facility for those that need it.
Thank you Sgt. Brillhart for spreading the spirit of the season with warmth and kindness to those in need. A nice warm hat and socks can make all the difference when it is cold outside!
#Goodyearpolice
#GoodinGoodyear
#WeAreGoodyear
#StressReliefSaturday
Sometimes the best stress relief is spending quality time with your best friend. Officer Igo and Benny wish Goodyear a stress free Saturday!
We have just learned that 31 yr veteran Phoenix Police Commander, Greg Carnicle passed away tonight after being shot in the line of duty. We are deeply saddened by this senseless tragedy; our condolences go out to his family, friends & the Phoenix Police Department. Rest in peace
🚨BREAKING NEWS🚨 The Goodyear Police Department arrested Todd Michael Fredericks, aged 54 of Michigan, on March 25, 2024. Fredericks was wanted under a Fugitive from Justice Warrant issued in Michigan and faces charges related to crimes against children.
#GoodyearPolice
Last night in the Estrella Mountain community, Goodyear, there were several vehicle burglaries. Often these are crimes of opportunity. As shown a group of suspects walk & check for unlocked vehicles; when vehicle is locked, they move on.
Always lock vehicles & remove valuables!
A neighbor who witnessed this "escapee calf" filmed its escapades with Goodyear Police. Thank you Basilio Ortega for sending us this video and Scout Fejez for filming. Used with permission.
@FOX10Phoenix
@azfamily
@12News
@abc15
@TelemundoAZ
GYPD respects & protects the 1st Amendment right of the public to peacefully protest. Last night Chief Rodriguez met w/ this group of peaceful protesters. He greeted them & let them know GYPD were present for everyone’s safety. Plz see full message:
Just a little something to make you SMILE today!
Officer Mann, aka..."the animal whisperer," is at it again! Yesterday, while on a call, the resident introduced Ofc. Mann to their "fur baby." Our customers come in all shapes, sizes and species.
#Thankful
for the little things!
GYPD ALERT: This am, EFHS staff received an anonymous alert of male student in possession of a handgun. The SRO and school staff removed the student from class & found an UNLOADED gun, full magazine & 3 knives. 1 student arrested & booked into Durango Juvenile Facility.
Congratulations Officer Cummings and Officer Pitcher, who are now officially motor certified & congratulations Officer Guilbault who is now an instructor!
This little guy needed help & Ofr Mann rendered aid. Injured, w/2 broken legs, he got this coyote out of the road, made him comfy with a little bed & called SW Wildlife Conservation Center to come rescue him. We are proud to serve all members of our community w/ compassion
There are over 3.5 million breast cancer survivors in the US; but sadly, according to the World Health Organization, breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, claiming the lives of hundreds of thousands of women each year. GYPD goes pink for awareness.
Goodyear Police just took possession of 4 new 2020 BMW police motorcycles. These bikes have state of the art technology and officer safety features. We are excited to showcase these beautiful new motorcycles in this short video.
UPDATE ON COYOTE RESCUE
Since Ofr. Mann rescued this coyote pup from the road & called
@SWWildlifeCC
, he has had surgery & is recovering. Southwest Wildlife rescues, rehabs & releases AZ wildlife back to wild. For wildlife emergencies call 480-433-5656
#wildlife
#savingwildlife
Goodyear Police Seek Public's Assistance in locating suspect Christopher Mendoza. Call Silent Witness @ 480-WITNESS Mendoza is considered armed and dangerous! See full details at
GYPD has “Gone Pink” 4 Oct in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Notice pink police logos on marked units, officers wearing the pink patch & PD Tahoe w/a bright pink push bar, all done 2 raise awareness of & educate on breast cancer, which affects so many.
#PinkPatchProject
URGENT: MISSING CHILD
On 10/28/20, Jesse Leyva was reported missing from group home @ 2000 block of N. 149th Ave. Goodyear. Jesse is a white male, 12 y/o, 5’2’’, 120 lbs., brown hair, brown eyes. Full description see FB Info, plz call GYPD @ 623-882-7293.
Yesterday was the funeral for Chicago Police Officer, Ella French. The 29y/o ofc was shot & killed during a traffic stop on 8/7/21. GYPD PA, Carole Krohn, was visiting & attended the funeral. We extend our condolences & thank PA Krohn for representing well on this somber day.
GYPD Community Alert:
Police searching for a missing off-duty police K9 from another agency. The K9 is large, 90 lb. tan Malinois w/ black face, wearing a medal collar. K9 may be injured & is considered dangerous... do not approach, call 911. Last seen near 161LN/Lower Buckeye.
Today is
#NationalHandshakeDay
; since we are not currently practicing handshakes as part of our greeting due to Covid-19, we wanted to send out a "Virtual Handshake" to the great community we serve!
#FeelGoodFriday
This sweet old pup found himself in quite a bind when he went into the canal and couldn’t get out yesterday afternoon. Fortunately, Sgt Benker was there to save the day for this little guy! Tip of the day...Never swim alone and stay out of the canal!
Jace did a great job interviewing with
@CarmenMB_Fox10
on
@FOX10Phoenix
morning show, talking about the Goodyear Police Teen Academy. Thanks for coming out!
#ActsofKindness
LT Costello was given this beautifully hand painted rock by a little girl while he was on patrol. As evident from his smile, it made his day! See full story on Facebook
@Goodyearpolice
Please join us in a virtual moment of silence to honor the memory of Phoenix Police Commander Greg Carnicle. Visit us on FB for a special tribute video made in Commander Carnicle's honor.
#RIPGregCarnicle
Two local businesses delivered treats to our officers to say thanks. We received cookies from Jackie, the owner of The Cookie Corner AZ and cake pops from Jin, the owner of The Purple Elephant Cakes. Thank you!
The Goodyear Police Department family has grown over the past year and we would like to take a moment on this
#NewMemberMonday
to introduce you to this beautiful bundle of joy… Wrenley Faye Hertenstein was born on April 15, 2020. Congratulations Mom and Dad!
#MondayMotivation
GYPD Motor Officer, M.Guilbault was honored to escort GY resident
@Jkpushing
on his run thru Goodyear. He completed 334mi run across AZ to inspire today's youth 2 "Just Keep Pushing," never give up being the best U can be. We can all learn from his inspirational!You inspire us!
It is November 30th and today marks the last day of "Movember" or "No Shave November." Congratulations team GYPOA for raising over $2,800 for Men's Health with 59 members participating!