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STREET (from Page 12) March 13: SFS responded to a re-
port of a verbal altercation in base housing. The victim was brought to Bldg. 179/56th SFS for further investigation.
March 14: SFS responded to a report of a medical emergency at Bldg. 820/fitness center. The patient was unable to walk, was treated and transported to Abrazo West.
March 16: SFS responded to a report of a domestic dispute in base housing. The victim reported being pushed during a verbal altercation. The subject fled on foot. Glendale po- lice arrived on scene and took control. SFS initiated sector sweeps of the installation with negative findings.
Nonemergency responses
Feb. 16: SFS responded to an alert during a random vehicle entry in- spection. An individual had a firearm inside the vehicle due to forgetting to take it out before entering the installation. SFS confirmed the firearm was registered in Arizona and escorted the individual off the installation.
Feb. 17: SFS responded to a report of a noise complaint at Bldg. 688/ Fighter Country Inn. After further investigation SFS deemed it to be an assault. Between the two par- ties, personal property was damaged
and one individual was arrested on suspicion of assault.
Feb. 22: SFS responded to a report of a firearm inside of a room in Bldg. 687/Fighter Country Inn. All fire- arms of residents of dormitories and temporary living facilities will be stored and registered in the 56th SFS armory. During a standard cleaning of the quarters, an employee noticed the firearm and immediately called SFS. The individual who was resid- ing in the room was notified of the regulations and escorted off of the installation.
Feb. 22: SFS responded to an alert during a random vehicle entry inspec- tion. An individual had two firearms inside the vehicle due to forgetting to take them out before entering the installation. SFS confirmed the firearms were registered in Arizona. The individual was released on the individual’s own recognizance.
Feb. 26: SFS responded to a report of a stranger walking into a house on base. After further investigation, it was discovered the individual was given an address, but not a unit num- ber, which resulted in the individual being in the wrong residence. The situation was explained to both par- ties and no further action was taken.
March 2: SFS responded to a report of shoplifting at Bldg. 1540/Base Ex- change. The security cameras were reviewed and verified the detained subject had attempted to shoplift.
The property was valued at $12.99. Glendale police took control.
March 3: SFS responded to an alert on a random vehicle entry inspection. An individual had one firearm inside a vehicle due to forgetting to take it out before entering the installation. SFS detained the individual who was then released to the unit first sergeant.
March 4: SFS responded to a report of a warrant’s hit out of Maricopa County at Bldg. 897/Visitor Reception Center. A Maricopa County officer arrived and took control.
March 11: SFS responded to a report of a report of possible mari- juana odor at Lightning Gate. The driver admitted to having marijuana inside the vehicle, but possessed a valid medical marijuana card. SFS denied entry and briefed the subject on installation policies.
March 13: SFS responded to a report of possible marijuana posses- sion at the South Gate Search Pit. The driver possessed a valid medical marijuana card. Glendale police ar- rived and took control.
Alarm activations
SFS responded to 19 alarm activa- tions on base.
Tip of the month
All firearms on the installation will be registered with SFS.
Courtesy of Staff Sgt. Laura Calleja 56th SFS
TRAGEDy
The days that followed were quite somber. For the community, it was one of the hardest months we’ll ever remember. We were all left reeling and grasping for answers, wondering how one man’s selfish and care- less act could cause so much pain and suffering to so many people.
I can remember sitting in the very back pew of the church at my friend’s memorial service, surrounded by friends and family, quietly crying and trying to understand why something so atrocious and heart wrenching could happen to such a beautiful and caring individual. I felt helpless as I watched his mother and father sobbing inconsolably, trying to think of a way to bring them comfort.
It took a long time for our town to heal. We were an- gry, upset, confused and at a loss for words. We learned how important it is to have people who care and lean on. We learned how important it is to tell people that you love them. We learned to not take our lives for granted because tomorrow is never promised.
You never truly understand the impact someone has had on your life until he or she is gone. Eventually, with time, it might become easier. You learn to adjust to your new norm, the life you’re forced to live without that person. You find peace with your loved ones and carry them with you as you move forward in your life. You use the emotions you feel as a lesson to live by.
Don’t let your temporary actions permanently affect someone else’s life. The next time you think you’re not too drunk to drive, just take a moment to think about all the consequences that could happen if you’re wrong. If you value your life and the lives of others, do not get behind the wheel.
I encourage Airmen to use resources such as Airmen Against Drunk Driving, the Mental Health Clinic at 623-856-7579, or the chaplain corps at 623-856-6211.
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