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"Mesa PD Probes Misconduct Allegations as Criminal Activity Persists Across City"
- 2025/05/10
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MESA POLICE BLOTTER: APRIL 26 - MAY 2, 2025
April 26: Police responded to multiple incidents across the city. Records of specific locations and case details can be accessed through the Mesa Police Department's Criminal Justice Information Division.
April 27: Several concerning criminal incidents occurred throughout Mesa. Specific details on these incidents can be found in the official police reports maintained by the Mesa Police Department.
April 28-May 2: Criminal activity continued in various neighborhoods. The Mesa County Sheriff's Office maintains a Daily Activity Log of incidents handled within the last 24 hours, which can be consulted for more specific information.
In addition to regular police activity, six Mesa park rangers have been placed on administrative leave amid allegations of misconduct. The first ranger was placed on leave on April 12, with others following. The Mesa Police Department is conducting a criminal investigation into these allegations, which include claims that some rangers failed to report confiscated drugs and used excessive force against people experiencing homelessness. There are also concerns about inappropriate conduct during ride-alongs and potential sexual encounters while on duty.
One ranger allegedly told investigators that three rangers would not report drugs that were confiscated and would use excessive force on homeless individuals. A supervisor reportedly initiated an investigation into a ranger having sex on duty after used condoms were found in a trash can on multiple occasions.
The city has hired a consultant to review the rangers unit, which operates under the parks and recreation department. The investigation is ongoing.
The public can request police records through the Criminal Justice Information Division, which serves as the central repository for all police reports and related records in Mesa. The division produces monthly statistical reports that are sent to the FBI for tracking crime statistics.
For those seeking more information or wishing to report tips about criminal activity in Mesa, contact the Criminal Justice Information Division at 480-644-2310 or visit their office at 59 S. Hibbert, Mesa, AZ 85201. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
To report information related to the park ranger investigation or other concerns, submit tips to Investigators@abc15.com.
April 26: Police responded to multiple incidents across the city. Records of specific locations and case details can be accessed through the Mesa Police Department's Criminal Justice Information Division.
April 27: Several concerning criminal incidents occurred throughout Mesa. Specific details on these incidents can be found in the official police reports maintained by the Mesa Police Department.
April 28-May 2: Criminal activity continued in various neighborhoods. The Mesa County Sheriff's Office maintains a Daily Activity Log of incidents handled within the last 24 hours, which can be consulted for more specific information.
In addition to regular police activity, six Mesa park rangers have been placed on administrative leave amid allegations of misconduct. The first ranger was placed on leave on April 12, with others following. The Mesa Police Department is conducting a criminal investigation into these allegations, which include claims that some rangers failed to report confiscated drugs and used excessive force against people experiencing homelessness. There are also concerns about inappropriate conduct during ride-alongs and potential sexual encounters while on duty.
One ranger allegedly told investigators that three rangers would not report drugs that were confiscated and would use excessive force on homeless individuals. A supervisor reportedly initiated an investigation into a ranger having sex on duty after used condoms were found in a trash can on multiple occasions.
The city has hired a consultant to review the rangers unit, which operates under the parks and recreation department. The investigation is ongoing.
The public can request police records through the Criminal Justice Information Division, which serves as the central repository for all police reports and related records in Mesa. The division produces monthly statistical reports that are sent to the FBI for tracking crime statistics.
For those seeking more information or wishing to report tips about criminal activity in Mesa, contact the Criminal Justice Information Division at 480-644-2310 or visit their office at 59 S. Hibbert, Mesa, AZ 85201. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
To report information related to the park ranger investigation or other concerns, submit tips to Investigators@abc15.com.