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SHPD ANNUAL REPORT 2025 | CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION BUREAU

Key StaƟsƟcs

 49% of cases investigated resulted in clearances (National average in 2024 is 35%
according to CSG Justice Center)
 The crime suppression/ prevention efforts in 2025 were tremendously successful
reducing Part I crimes to 227. This was the lowest Part I crime rate ever recorded in the
City of Shaker Heights since we began tracking them in 1960
 514 cases assigned to detectives (36% of all written incident reports)
 537 cases closed

Human Capital & Talent

 Detective David Palm was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

 Detective Linda Carlozzi was assigned as the Acting Sergeant for the Investigation Unit.
 Evidence processing/ SIU room construction project has been completed, allowing
detectives a space to process evidence. This includes drying lockers, temporary storage,
and a space for our Cellebrite cell phone extraction equipment.
 Covert camera has been purchased for our Intelligence Unit providing them another tool
to reduce crime.

 The premier property room management software, the Beast, was implemented in 2025
improving are ability to track and audit property & evidence.
 Crime analysis team utilized maps and data tracking software to closely monitor criminal
activity and provide valuable information to all staff in our efforts to reduce crime.
 Numerous database tools were created by the Investigation Bureau Coordinator
improving efficiency for the entire police department:

o SHPD Public Records Request Portal
A centralized, web-based system that manages public records requests from

submission through fulfillment. It standardizes intake, tracks statutory deadlines,
improves transparency, supports compliance, and significantly reduces manual
email and paper-based processing.
o Training Management & Certificate System
A digital training platform that tracks officer and staff training, generates
certificates, supports CALEA documentation requirements, and reduces
administrative workload associated with manual recordkeeping.

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