Dear Sugar Land residents,
We are committed to impacting crime in your area, but we cannot do it well without help from the community. We need citizens like you to assist us with crime detection and deterrence. Always be observant of any suspicious persons or vehicles and notify the police department at 281-275-2525 as quickly as possible. If you see a crime in progress, call 911.
Bullying
September always makes me want to go out and buy bouquets of freshly sharpened pencils, thumb through L.L. Bean magazines and begin stock piling cardigan sweaters in varying shades of orange. The idea of starting the school year with new shoes and a new hair cut was always invigorating! But along with all the good things September brings, it also brings up the topic of bullying. If you have watched the news in the past few years, you will have already seen the many stories of children troubled by this problem. All too often, bullying is ignored and let go until it is a serious issue. However, there is a way to stop this, and there are signs along the way; you just have to pay attention.
Every day in our communities, children and teens are threatened, teased and tormented by bullies. As a parent, teacher or friend, you hold the key to preventing and stopping it. Below you will find a link to the National Mental Health Information Center. On this page, you will find links and resources for parents, grandparents, educators, children and teens.
We are so busy today that often times children fall through the cracks of everyday life. Between sports activities, church functions and family commitments, little time is spent talking with our children about their day. You will see on the “15+ Make Time To Listen” portion of the NMHIC site that it only takes a few minutes a day to really find out what is going on in our children’s lives.
Read more about bullying
Crime Trends:
During the months of July and August, Sugar Land experienced four incidents of a person identifying themselves as a police officer. The suspect’s intent was to steal the victim’s credit cards after asking for the person’s wallet and identification. This crime very rarely occurs, but a criminal who is this daring needs to be taken off the street as soon as possible. The suspect in the Sugar Land cases was dressed normally and on foot when he made his initial contact with the victims. The suspect displayed what appeared to be a gold badge and said he was a police officer. If approached by someone who tells you they are a police officer, but there are no obvious indications they are for real, like the presences of a marked police car or a uniform, consider taking the following actions.
If you are pulled over by an unmarked car:
turn on hazard lights and continue driving until you reach a well-lit, public area;
stay inside your vehicle with the doors locked, and roll your window down just enough to speak with the person; and
always ask for identification.
If approached on foot by someone who tells you they are a police officer, ask for identification and closely look and read the card. Anyone can purchase a badge that might look real, so always ask for an identification card. If your are still unsure, request a supervisor. If an officer refuses to show you their identification, this action should concern you.
If this person leaves or you suspect the identification is fake, immediately report the incident to the police department. A real law enforcement officer will respect your concern and take the time to explain his actions and properly identify himself.
Enforcement Alert
From Aug. 20 through Sept. 6, SLPD will be out in force looking for intoxicated drivers. The City has received a state grant allowing officers to work in an overtime capacity to specifically target drunk drivers through the Labor Day holidays. Have a designated driver or call a cab before risking injury to yourself or someone else.
Questions or Concerns
If you have any questions or concerns about crime in your area, please feel free to call our office.
Crime Prevention Unit:
Sgt Mike Richards
281-275-2509
Officer Eric Babnew
Beat 1
281-275-2578
Officer Amy Cummins
Beat 2
281-275-2575
Officer Harris Johnston
Beat 3
281-275-2580
Officer Ron Foster
Beat 4
281-275-2579
Officer Lauren Stockholm
Beat 5
281-275-2956
Beat Map
Daily Crime Report
To check criminal activity in your area, click here. You may perform a search on your specific subdivision or view all areas of the City.
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