Lake County Sheriff's Office Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

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Ask the Sheriff ….. Once a Deputy Sheriff or Corrections Officer graduates from the training academy do they receive any further training throughout their career to stay current on changes to the law, new standards, and other areas pertaining to their professions? _________________ The complexity of policing and corrections in today’s modern world requires significant, ongoing training in the criminal justice field. Providing knowledgeable, effective, and professional service to the community requires ongoing training in areas such as; problem solving skills, legal issues, changes in the directives and opinions from both Federal and State courts, dealing with the mentally ill, foreign and domestic terrorism, effectively responding to resistance and aggression, accident investigation, responding to critical incidents, and crisis intervention are just a few areas addressed in ongoing training. In 1993 when he took Office Sheriff Dunlap made increased training one of his top priorities. Since that time supervisors in the various divisions have attended the FBI Academy, Police Executive Leadership College, Certified Law Enforcement Executives program, and other leadership programs. Since that time our Office has actively sought out candidates with Associate, Bachelors and Master’s degrees. Today over 40 people on our staff here at the Sheriff’s Office have obtained these advanced degrees. Yet training is not only at the supervision level, it takes place monthly in every division. Annually Corrections Officers receive in excess of 25 hours of in-service training in such areas as dealing with the mentally ill, investigations, crisis intervention, search and seizure issues, legal aspects of jail operations, and policy and procedure compliance. Our Deputy Sheriffs complete in-service training through the State of Ohio and through other training programs on Constitutional Use of Force, Human Trafficking, Crisis De-escalation focusing on Mental illness, Trauma Informed Po

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Apple Pay Scam Resurfaces

Scam Alert: Apple Support We wanted to get this information out because the Apple Support Scam is flooding our area once again. “In the Apple support scam, hackers are spoofing Apple’s support number and calling iPhone users to offer them technical support. The scammer will tell the victim they’re calling about a data breach that needs immediate attention. They’ll claim the victim’s Apple iCloud account is compromised, hacked or has been showing suspicious activity. To fix the problem, they’ll say they need access to the victim’s device. They’ll go on to ask for the Apple user’s login credentials, passwords and other sensitive data. Their ultimate goal is to gain access to the victim’s iCloud account.” (https://www.landingscu.org/News/Beware-The-Apple-Support-Scam.aspx) “In high-techscams like this one, it can be challenging for targeted victims to separate fact from fiction. If you receive a call like the one described above, and you’re unsure if the caller is a legitimate Apple representative, it’s fairly simple to find out the truth. As soon as the caller starts asking for your Apple ID password, iCloud credentials or verification codes to provide you with support, you’ll know you’re talking to a scammer. Apple has made it clear that its reps will never ask for any of this information over the phone.” ( https://www.landingscu.org/News/Beware-The-Apple-Support-Scam.aspx) Always be on the alert for scams like this one and never share sensitive information over the phone. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

Breaking and Entering

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Scam Alert Recording

Scam Alert ... Scams in our area are advancing technologically and thus becoming more and more convincing. Today Sgt. Mike Zgrebnak took a report from a person in our area. She was told she missed her date to appear for Jury Duty in Judge Lucci’s court and that we, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, have a warrant for her arrest. She was told she needed $1,800 to pay the bond or we would becoming to arrest and incarcerate her. She was told that we would not accept cash or check, and that she needed to go get a cash card to pay bond. The person told her to stay on the line with them while she did this and that if she hung up she would be arrested. Fortunately, the woman at the Drug Store refused to process her request and told her she was being scammed. Kudos to a very alert customer service professional ! We wanted to make sure you were aware of this scam, but also to attach the new recording they are using for our Office. It is very professional and believable. Share it with your friends and family, make them aware so they do not fall victim to this. The scammers give your enough real information and names you might recognize to make it believable, then play on your fears. ( the audio shared is of the recording you get when you call the number they provide for the Sheriff's Office that attempts to give legitimacy to their threat of an arrest warrant. We share it so that you can hear the lengths they go to in order to scam you out of your money) Never, never, never follow the directives of such calls. We will not call you and tell you there is a warrant for your arrest. We will show up and we will arrest you when such a warrant exists. We do not ask for money over the phone, nor we will ask for money if we were to come to your home. When in doubt, call us (440)350-5620 or call your local police department … we are here to help. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

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SCAM ALERT Once again scammers are targeting our area. In these new calls the scammer tells the caller that they are Lt. Scott Simpson from the Lake County Sheriff's Office. They state that you failed to report for jury duty and that warrants have been put out by your arrest. They explain that you need to pay your bail immediately or Lt. Robert Izzo will be issuing more warrants. While both Lt. Simpson and Lt. Izzo work for our Sheriff's Office, we have issued no such warrants. As always, we will never call you, tell you that you have a warrant, and then ask you to pay for bail over the telephone. I have attached here the recording of the message used during this scam. They tell the caller to call the number they provide and you hear a message from Lt. Scott Simpson. It is not Scott nor does he have the southern/country accent if you were to meet him. I share the message with you so you can hear how they try to disguise their identity by making it seem so official. They even tell you “if this is an emergency, call 9-1-1.” As always, be inquisitive. Never give your bank information over the phone. If some one tells you that you need to pay with gift cards or go to a store to make a to pay a ticket, make bail, fund your social security, pay for a home service … its likely a scam. When in doubt, call your local police and get direction. We are always here to help. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

Thank you to Telecommunicators

Thank you to our Telecommunicators

Proud to Serve !

Proud to Serve !

2 Minutes on the affects of alcohol on your brain and body

2 Minutes on the affects of alcohol on your brain and body

Op and Rader

Sheriff Frank Leonbruno and Chief Deputy Jeff Sherwood would like to offer this video for the parents to share with their children at home. This is a good learning tool and is entertaining for young children. In light of current events and the fact that most children are now learning from home, the Ohio 9-1-1 Program Office decided it might be a good time to re-share the 9-1-1 educational program that was created specifically for students in grades K-4. This program was designed to teach children the steps to calling 9-1-1 when there is a real emergency. We have emphasized the importance of remaining calm and being brave when talking to a 9-1-1 operator. With that in mind, this educational program stresses the importance of using 9-1-1 as a tool only to be used in the event of an emergency. The goal is to alleviate the stress of unnecessary 9-1-1 calls and emphasize the importance of taking 9-1-1 seriously. Students will be introduced to the fictional characters Op and Rader who represent 9-1-1 telecommunicators. These characters were designed with the intent to allow children to feel more comfortable when calling 9-1-1 and talking to 9-1-1 Centers during emergencies. Here is the link where parents will find a video, coloring pages and fun age-appropriate games for children: https://911.ohio.gov/coordinatorresources The items can be found on the lower left hand side of the page and titled “9-1-1 Elementary Education Curriculum.” Thank you for taking the time to read about Op and Rader.

Here is an excellent 5 minute video on what the coronavirus is, how it started, what the symptoms are, how to treat it ... and a good explanation of what that spiked ball we keep seeing picture of is exactly. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

Here is an excellent video on what the coronavirus is, how it started, what the symptoms are, how to treat it ... and a good explanation of what that spiked ball we keep seeing pictures of is exactly. Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

This cat burglar was spotted o Route 2 last night. Soon after this cat was nipped by deputies after a brief puuurrrrrrsuit.

This cat burglar was spotted on Route 2 last night. Soon after this cat was nipped by deputies after a brief puuurrrrrrsuit.

Video of the crash at the Getgo Gas Pump incident 2-29-2020

Video of the crash at the Getgo Gas Pump incident 2-29-2020. The suspect, Michael Craig, who was driving the vehicle that crashed into the pumps has been arrested and is in the Lake County jail.

Press Conference on January 30, 2020 concerning the aggravated robberies

I wanted to take a moment to thank all of you who read our posts concerning the aggravated robbery on January 18th at the Marathon Gas Station in Painesville Township, shared the information with your friends and family, and who offered tips concerning the identity of that individual. That collaboration of information sharing helped our investigation team in finding and arresting David Johnson and getting him off the street. In yesterday’s press conference at the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office I expressed the importance of social media today in getting information out quickly to our residents and assisting in solving crimes. So once again, thank you. It is equally important to say again thank you to our Lake County Sheriff’s Office detectives, the Geauga County Sheriff’s Office, Willoughby Police Department, and Euclid Police Department in working with us in such a great collaborative effort to bring to an end to David Johnson’s crimes in our communities. We truly are stronger together! Sheriff Frank Leonbruno

Holiday Safety Tips for your Vehicle from our friends at the Lexington, Kentucky Police Department

Here are a Holiday Safety Tips for your vehicle from our friends at the Lexington, Kentucky Police Department

Sheriff Frank Leonbruno on Social Security and other scams currently underway in our area

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Red Creek Grill Breaking and Entering Video 2

Red Creek Grill Breaking and Entering Video 1 The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a breaking and entering at the Red Creek Bar and Grill, 1820 North Ridge Rd Painesville Twp, Ohio, which occurred on 10/1/2019. Surveillance video shows a white male dressed in tennis shoes, long pants, a hooded sweatshirt, and what appears to be a pair of glasses inside the restaurant shortly before 4:00am. Extensive damage was done inside the restaurant by the suspect who forcibly entered the business through a man door. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in helping to identify this suspect. We understand that the surveillance video and still photographs are not of the highest quality, however, he does have a unique stride as he makes his way about the restaurant. If anyone has information regarding this case please contact Detective Hren at (440) 350-5532 or send a private message to our Facebook account. Thank you!

Red Creek Grill Breaking and Entering Video 2

Red Creek Grill Breaking and Entering Video 2 The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a breaking and entering at the Red Creek Bar and Grill, 1820 North Ridge Rd Painesville Twp, Ohio, which occurred on 10/1/2019. Surveillance video shows a white male dressed in tennis shoes, long pants, a hooded sweatshirt, and what appears to be a pair of glasses inside the restaurant shortly before 4:00am. Extensive damage was done inside the restaurant by the suspect who forcibly entered the business through a man door. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is requesting assistance in helping to identify this suspect. We understand that the surveillance video and still photographs are not of the highest quality, however, he does have a unique stride as he makes his way about the restaurant. If anyone has information regarding this case please contact Detective Hren at (440) 350-5532 or send a private message to our Facebook account. Thank you!

Fox 8 News story on rocks thrown from 44 overpass

Fox 8 News story on rocks thrown from 44 overpass. Highlights the dangers when they share the story of Sharon Budd who was recently critically injured and disfigured from one such incident Sheriff Frank Leonbruno