Welcome From Captain Gerald Leyshock

Dear Third District Residents,

In February of 2009 I began my service as Commander of the Third District. This is an exciting time in the police department as we use new technologies to assist us in our policing efforts. We will work to document, investigate and solve crime as well as being proactive in pinpointing crime trends to prevent future crimes from occurring. We will continue to do our best to ensure the Third District, with its many diverse neighborhoods, remains a safe place to live, work and play! Our top priority is to improve the quality of life for the residents and businesses in the Third District.

Sincerely,

Captain Gerald Leyshock
Commander, Third District

Get Involved in Community Meetings
Third District Public Affairs meetings are held on the second Thursday of every month. Meetings start at 7 p.m. at the 5 Star Senior Center located at 2832 Arsenal. Meetings will not be held during June, July or August 2010.

Upcoming Events

Requesting a Community Outreach Officer
If you would like to request an officer to visit your school or special event for an informational presentation, please send an email to the District’s Community Outreach Officer.

2009 Officer of the Year – Matthew Tesreau

During the 2009 year, Officer Tesreau made 66 arrests with a total of 59 felony, 50 misdemeanors and 126 city charges.

In July, Officer Tesreau met with a victim who had just been raped. Officer Tesreau believed the suspect frequented the Third District and also had a description of the individual. Officer Tesreau was able to locate and arrest the suspect. The investigation revealed the suspect had committed additional rapes in the area. The Circuit Attorney’s Office issued warrants for Forcible Rape, Forcible Sodomy and 1st Degree Sexual Misconduct. In September, Officer Tesreau was able to locate a vehicle wanted in connection for a Kidnapping and Rape. The suspect was taken into custody.

2010 Officer Awards

January – Officers of the Month Brandon Johnson and James Wurm
During January, Officer Johnson and Wurm made 12 arrests that resulted in felony charges being issued. During one incident, the officers received information about a suspect who was wanted in connection to a recent robbery. Officer Johnson and Wurm located the suspect. The investigation revealed the suspect was also in possession of drugs.

February – Police Officer of the Month Jeffrey Dixon
Officer Dixon has several impressive arrests in February. While on patrol on February 11, he located a vehicle wanted for a 1st Degree Assault that took place days earlier. The driver of the wanted vehicle was arrested and the Circuit Attorney’s Office issued warrants. He also arrested another person wanted for Assault on a Law Enforcement Officer.

March – Police Officers of the Month Doug Simpher and Andrew Wismar
Officers Simpher and Wismar made 25 felony and 7 misdemeanor arrests during March. During one incident, the officers responded to a robbery and were able to take five suspects into custody. During another incident they found an individual inside a building attempting to steal copper. Four felony warrants were issued against the suspect by the Circuit Attorney’s Office.

April - Police Officers of the Month Brandon Johnson and Kristopher Hunt
Officers Johnson and Hunt displayed exceptional initiative throughout April. They concentrated their efforts on problem areas and issues brought to their attention by citizens. During one incident, the officers were in the area of Accomac and Ohio after an earlier report for shots fired. Officers saw a suspect discard a loaded gun. The officers were able to take the suspect into custody. During another incident, the officers saw a suspect run after seeing their vehicle. They stopped the suspect and the investigation revealed he was in possession of a gun.

May – Officers of the Month Steve Manasco and Matthew Tesreau
In May, Officers Manasco and Tesreau made 13 arrests resulting in 16 felony amnd 72 total charges. They made arrests on several drug-related incidents.

June – Officers of the Month Doug Lindhorst and Steve Manasco
Officers Lindhorst and Manasco made 18 arrests resulting in 18 felony charges in June. They made one arrest were warrants were issued for felony possession of a controlled substance. They also made an arrest for 1st Degree Assault and Unlawful Use of a Weapon.