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AUTOMOBILE BURGLARY & THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY PROGRAM NARRATIVE 2. Goals and Objectives (See Instructions on page 18) The total vehicle theft in the twelve county coverage area in the 2008 / 2009 grant period was 863. This is a 19% increase from the 701 in the 2007 / 2008 period. We will strive to accomplish the goal of a 5% decrease in the next grant year. I feel that the increase was from more 12-20 year old offenders stealing cars. In Paris we identified three different groups. We were able to make cases on some of the offenders. The same groups are committing the majority of the BMV's in Paris. In 2007 there was approximately 1900 BMV's in our area. This year we had approximately 1395. This was a 22% decrease. We are working with the patrol officers to process the vehicles for what evidence we can obtain. The pawn tickets are checked to develop leads also. We have aired a PSA on the local Paris N station and also get the local papers to print articles to make the public aware of preventative measures. Due to manpower, we are performing more reactive than proactive operations. DPS MVTS cooperation is a very important part of our operations. They assist in all major investigations. These are the tools we use to complete investigations to the end: • Obtain and develop information on vehicles crimes (thefts, UUV, BMV,etc.)and identification of offenders • Interview and interrogate offenders and witnesses • Locate and recover stolen vehicles, parts, etc. • Identify altered vehicles (salvage yard inspections & 68A inspections) • Investigate insurance fraud • Arrest offenders and use the required follow-up for prosecution • Set and appear at hearings to restore the stolen property • Communicate with pawn details to develop possible leads or suspects • Educate the officers and public in ways to prevent vehicle thefts and BMV's • Inspect salvage dealers, repair shops, and vehicle dealers • Assist Tax-Assessors in identifying fraudulent documents • Assist Tax-Assessors in training personnel on proper documentation The Northeast Texas ATTF will continue to do H.E.A.T. programs with VIN etchings when requested. We make public presentations to civic groups and have booths at local fairs and car shows. We have one training class schedule for May. We work with all agencies in our coverage area to combat auto theft and other related crimes. Continuing goals of the Northeast Texas ATTF for next year are: • Strive to continue the reduction of burglary of motor vehicles • Strive for a reduction in the occurrence of auto theft • Continue our efforts at prevention of auto theft and burglary of motor vehicles • Work diligently to present three Auto Theft Recognition training classes • Continue monthly meetings with agencies and prosecutors to determine the types and locations of needed investigations The City Of Paris has the following grant: • Felony Crimes Unit Our officers are trained in cultural diversity, public awareness, and legal updates of all Federal, State, and case laws on a regular basis. ABT~~-~,s14 2