Category: Court News

KINGMAN – On Tuesday, Nov. 26, Scott and Emilie Preston of Preston Investments, presented a check for $5,000 to the Kingman Police Department (KPD) to be used for officer safety. The funds will be used for equipment and supplies that will enhance the safety of KPD officers. During this holiday season the Kingman Police Department is especially thankful for the continued support of our community partners. From left to right, Lt. Brian Zach, Scott Preston, Chief Bob DeVries, Deputy Chief Rusty Cooper. Photo courtesy Kingman Police Department

MOHAVE COUNTY – A meeting for the Mohave County Board of Supervisors was held on Dec 2. During the meeting three separate issues pertaining to safety and resident welfare were addressed. Amanda Kaufman of Kingman raised concerns about the safety of public roads during the inclement weather. Kaufman spoke about the recent difficulties of the Pine Lake community of the Hualapai Mountains. Kaufman mentioned years of snow and ice storms and drivers struggling to drive safely. Kaufman stated that she witnessed tailgating, loss of motor control, a near accident, and an actual accident, all caused by the icy conditions. “Had…

LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Lake Havasu City Police Department (LHCPD) is seeking accreditation through the Arizona Association of Chiefs of Police (AACOP) Arizona Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ALEAP). Accreditation is a progressive and time proven method of assisting law enforcement agencies in measuring and improving their overall performance. ALEAP is intended to provide law enforcement agencies in the state with an avenue for demonstrating that they meet commonly accepted best practices and industry standards for efficient, effective, productive and quality operations. A team of assessors will be conducting an on-site assessment of LHCPD’s compliance with the ALEAP standards as…