Classic City Blue

In this episode of Classic City Blue, we take a closer look at our 911 Communications Division. Using an emergency call involving a suspect with a gun, this call provides insight into how dispatchers are trained, how they maintain composure during difficult calls, and how they cope afterward. Join Classic City Blue host Lt. Enrique Rivera, 911 Administrator Kevin Zapata, and Athena Gray, Communications Supervisor, to learn more about our 911 Communications Division.

The ACCPD receives a number of fraud and scam reports, and in this episode of Classic City Blue, Sgt. Brian O'Neill from our Property Crimes Unit outlines how to avoid becoming a victim. Along with your host, Lt. Enrique Rivera, O'Neill also describes other crimes that the unit investigates, including burglaries, thefts, and Entering Autos.

Our officers are there for you in your time of need, but who can our officers turn to when they need help? After a fatality accident or the death of a child, our officers can ask for help from Chaplains, as well as Peer Support Counselors. Jay Ragsdale retired as a Lieutenant from the ACCPD and now leads these programs.

A special conversation celebrating women in law enforcement. Host Lt. Rivera talks with Sgt. Blair and Officer Hayes discuss what led them to join the Athens-Clarke County Police Department, the challenges and rewards of their careers, and how women are shaping the future of policing. Sgt. Blair also highlights her work with the Georgia Association of Women in Public Safety.

One-time foes became fast friends, depending on each other for personal and professional growth. This episode features ACCPD Chief Jerry Saulters and Director of the Sparrow's Nest, Jamie Scott. Their interaction on Classic City Blue shows the close bond, trust, and loyalty the two share.

The book mentioned in this episode, "Black and White: Two Different Perspectives: An Honest Conversation About Race in America Today," written by Jamie Scott and Bob Bohler, is available at bookstores.

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This week on Classic City Blue, you’ll meet Bruno and Sergeant Turner with our K9 unit. Host Lt. Enrique Rivera discusses K9 training and the special relationship between officer and K9.

In our debut podcast episode, Crime Analyst Nick Barker discusses our Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) and ACCPD’s softball championships with host Lt. Enrique Rivera. They discuss how the center functions, including a success story in which the RTCC assisted uniform patrol officers in locating an early morning sleepwalker in downtown Athens.

Here's a short preview of our debut podcast episode, scheduled for release on July 22nd. In the preview, Crime Analyst Nick Barker discusses the Real Time Crime Center with host Lt. Enrique Rivera.

Policing in the Classic City is dynamic, challenging, and rewarding. Here's a first look at our new podcast series, coming soon.