Waco PD on the BEAT

On this episode of Waco PD on the BEAT we are talking to the Sergeant of the Assault and Financial Crimes unit. If you have ever been a victim of an assault or scammed out of any amount of money, this group of detectives is here to solve your case. Sergeant Matthew McCallister sits down to talk about why this team is an essential part of our Waco Police Department.

Keith Vaughn has worked for the Waco Police Department for 38 years. Starting at the age of 19 before the minimum age requirement moved to 21 he has worked in every division in the department and in just about every position. Learn about his career at Waco PD and also what he likes to do outside of work. 

We are starting a new series as we look at individual neighborhoods and their crime stats and what these neighborhoods can do to help combat the influx of crime or continue with the job well done if crime has decreased. Each Neighborhood Engagement Team (NET) Officer will provide details on their neighborhoods. First, NET Officer Bryton Johnson is breaking down the crime or lack thereof in Brook Oaks, Baylor, and Downtown area neighborhoods. 

The Heart of Texas Behavioral Health Network (HOTBHN) is a great partner with the Waco Police Department as we work together to ensure those in need receive the proper care to achieve a healthy and happy life. Vince Erickson the Division Director for Community and Governmental Relations sits down with us to share how they're serving you and how we at the police department are very thankful for their work. 

Did you know we have detectives within the Waco Police Department that crack the codes of computers, phones, and the internet of things when clearing investigations? Their work is greatly appreciated in the advanced technological world we live in today. Detective Micheal Fife talks to us about a day in the life of a computer crimes detective. 

Happy New Year! Officer Dmaus Vice kicks off 2023 on Waco PD on the BEAT. We learn about him as an officer and outside of his career. We hope you all have a safe and happy 2023. 

Chief Sheryl Victorian wraps up the year and speaks about our successes, challenges, and what we're looking forward to in 2023. The Waco Police Department would like to thank everyone who has supported us and worked alongside us to help grow this community. 

Our Family Violence Unit has an intake of 1500-2500 cases annually. Detective Erin McCullough sits down with us to talk about the daily life of a Detective in the Family Violence Unit, how they help victims of these crimes, and what you can do to help if you know someone may be in an unhealthy relationship. 

There are plenty of ways to fall victim to small crimes like thefts and scams this holiday season. We want to make sure you know what to look out for and how to stay safe during this very busy time of year! 

The 100 Club of the Heart of Texas is a non-profit organization that supports all first responders and emergency personnel in a time of need in McLennan County. Retired Waco PD Chief Brent Stroman is not the Executive Director of the 100 Club and sits down to talk about how he and the 100 Club are serving our community.