Sheriff Connect

Whether they’re ready or not, Wayne County students are headed back to the classroom. And the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office wants them to make it there in one piece.

Of the 301 school-age children killed from 2006 to 2015 in school-transportation-related crashes in the U.S., 102 were pedestrians and eight were pedal cyclists, according to the most recent available data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

With more than five hundred public schools in the county, drivers and pedestrians alike need to put their phones away and pay attention to their surroundings, Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon said.

Deputies will be monitoring school zones, but here are some additional tips from the Sheriff’s Office for a safe trip back to school:

If you drive your children to school

Be sure to use the appropriate parent drop-off/pick-up area. Once at the school, please follow the instructions of the school’s staff.

Drive defensively. Always anticipate the possibility that a small child may dart in front of your vehicle. Be prepared to stop at all times.

Slow down and watch out for school zones and children walking or biking to school or congregating near bus stops. Also, be alert for student drivers.

Remember that buses will be making frequent stops. It’s not only dangerous to students, but it’s against the law to pass a school bus while it’s stopped on the roadway picking up or dropping off students.

When turning at an intersection, be sure to yield to pedestrians and cyclists.

If you’re a student riding the bus

Stay out of the street while waiting for the bus and allow the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching the bus from the curb.

Make sure you remain in clear view of the bus driver. Never walk behind the bus.

Look both ways before getting on the bus and after getting off.

After getting off the bus, look both ways and then move immediately onto the sidewalk and out of traffic.

If you’re a student walking or biking to school

For bike riders, wear a properly-fitted helmet at all times. Also, riders should use a bike that’s the right size for them and make sure that they don’t have any loose clothing, drawstrings or shoelaces.

Bike riders should ride on the right, in the same direction as traffic, and use appropriate hand signals. Bicyclists also should respect traffic lights and stop signs.

Walk on sidewalks where available and always cross at intersections.
 

On Friday, August 11, 2017, The Wayne County Sheriff's Office celebrated the Class of 8-11. 15 men and women graduated during the New Officer Entry School Graduation Ceremony that was held at the Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) at the Downriver Campus in Taylor, Michigan.

The Class of 8-11 includes the following graduates in the back row from left to right: Arthur Hall, Daren Cook, Nichols Lombardo, Kevin Grahl, David Felton, Shaun Hogan, D'Andrea Williams and Jeremiah Smith-Sanchez. The front row from left to right: Frank Nunez-Vega, Mohamad Faraj, Treasean Miller, Darrius Tolbert, Nicolas Romano, Deja Smith and Nicole MacDonald.

This is the second classs of the year to be trained for positions in th three county jails. The Wayne County Sheriff's Office conducts the 160-hour, state mandated training to prepare officers to deal with the situations correctionsl personnel face in detainment, trasportation and maintenance of the inmates.

Thanks to everyone who made the 2017 WCSO Annual Field Day and Community Event a success! We look forward to seeing you next year!

The 27th annual golf outing to benefit the Wayne County Sheriff Youth & Senior Education Fund will be held Tuesday, June 13, 2017 at the Warren Valley Golf Course in Dearborn Heights, MI.

Tee-offs are scheduled at 7:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. with registration at 6:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. The event also includes lunch and dinner, an auction, prizes and trophies.

Since its inception in 1991, the fund has delivered hundreds of thousands of dollars in services for local charitable causes, reaching the greatest level of giving under the leadership of Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon, who serves as president of the volunteer board of directors. The mission of the 501(c)(3) fund is to enhance the quality of life for youth and senior citizens through educational and safety programs.

The annual golf outing is the main fundraiser for the Youth & Senior Education Fund.

Programs and services include summer camps for youth, free first-aid kits, drug awareness education, File of Life (medical and emergency information for seniors), handgun safety education (Trigger Lock program), a Youth Safety Fair, senior emergency cell phones, safety brochures and window locks. The fund also donates to local community and charitable organizations that support youths and seniors.

To reserve a tee-off time or make a donation, contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 313-549-2651. Checks, payable to the Wayne County Sheriff Youth & Senior Education Fund, can be sent to 4747 Woodward, Detroit, MI. 48201.

Further information can be obtained at www.SheriffConnect.com.

SHERIFF BENNY N. NAPOLEON JOINS FORCES WITH UHR TO PROMOTE HEALTHY LIFESTYLES

On May 16, 2017, Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon along with the men and women of the Wayne County Sheriff's Office, together with the Urban Health Resource (UHR) will be kicking off a health initiative that commits participants to eating healthier, being more physically active and manage stress. Change Your Lifestyle. Change Your Life . (CYL2) is a CDC-led diabetes prevention program that helps participants prevent diabetes by losing weight and increasing their physical activity. More than one out of three American adults has prediabetes, meaning that they are at risk for Type 2 Diabetes.

WHAT: NEWS CONFERENCE TO PRESENT THE KICK-OFF FOR CHANGE YOUR LIFESTYLE. CHANGE YOUR LIFE.

WHO:   SHERIFF BENNY N. NAPOLEON AND THE URBAN HEALTH RESOURCE (UHR) TEAM

WHEN: TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2017 FROM 4:30PM TO 6:00PM

WHERE: WCSO- 4747 Woodward Avenue, Detroit, MI

The Wayne County Sheriff's Marine Unit and Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon are prepared and ready for this year's Boating Season. "Following the boating laws, wear a life jacket, pay attention to what's going on around you, know the weather conditions and where the shallow spots are," Napoleon said. "These may seem like basic tips but using basic safety precautions can help you have a good experience on the water."

The Marine Unit Patrols the waters in Wayne County, including Lake St. Clair, the Detroit River, Lake Erie, Huron River and Belleville Lake. This includes 38 miles of international waters.

On Friday, April 21, 2017, The Wayne County Sheriff's Office celebrated the Class of 4-17.  17 men and women graduated from the New Officer Entry School at the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. The graduates have been trained for jobs in the three Wayne County Jails. The new hires are expected to help reduce the overtime costs at the jails.

WAYNE COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE HOLDS GRADUATION CEREMONY

On Friday, April 21, 2017, a class of men and women will graduate from New Officer Entry School at the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. The graduates have been trained for jobs in the three Wayne County jails. Sheriff Benny N. Napoleon will address the graduating class. We invite the media to come out and cover this important development not only in the graduate's careers, but for the administration of jail services.

WHAT: WCSO New Officer Entry School Graduation Ceremony

WHERE: Wayne County Community College District-Downriver Campus

21000 Northline Road, Taylor, MI 48180

WHEN: 2 p.m. Friday, April 21, 2017