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Monday, April 29, 2013

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance: Convicted Drug Dealer in Prison

Heyward Hagenbuch was sentenced last year to ten years imprisonment for Sale and Trafficking of Methamphetamines, according to MPSA.

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) reports that a convicted drug dealer is behind prison bars: We are happy to report that a drug dealer we have been watching for quite a while has finally found his way to prison. Heyward Hagenbuch was sentenced last year to ten years imprisonment for Sale and Trafficking of Methamphetamines. Hagenbuch was arrested in May of 2012 when he attempted to make a $650 sale of methamphetimines to an undercover officer. According to MPSA, Hagenbuch has been arrested a number of times in "multiple jurisdictions." In its April 24 post, MPSA stated that a tentative parole date has not been established.

Harry tainter

10:16 am on Saturday, May 4, 2013

At least he wasn't out stealing stuff   more ›

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

MPSA Perspective on Robberies in the Service Area

In light of the recent high-profile robberies, the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance takes a closer look at robbery trends in and around the MPSA service area.

Editor's note: The following information was posted on Feb. 20, 2013 by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) on its website and appears here courtesy of the MPSA. The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. The MPSA coverage area includes: _______ Street robberies comprise our most dangerous public safety challenge, as a robbery is but a step short of a …

Jvoice

10:05 am on Thursday, May 2, 2013

If you think the APD is actually here to serve and protect you, you are dreaming, the goal of the police is to serve and protect the politicians, and enforce their will on the people. While there are a few good cops, they are few and far between.   more ›

Sunday, January 13, 2013

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance: Parole Watch and Recent Prison Releases

An update on some unsavory individuals who have been involved in some past Midtown-related offenses.

Editor's note: The following information was posted during the second week of the new year by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) on its website and appears here courtesy of the MPSA. The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. The MPSA coverage area includes: _______ Menacing Street Criminal: Nakia Graham On Friday 1/04 Atlanta Police arrested a menacing …

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CL

6:39 pm on Monday, January 14, 2013

Mayor/Sheriff Peggy doesn't care who she offends. Ironic she now lives on the land which once housed the night club she closed.   more ›

Monday, January 7, 2013

MPSA: Midtown Community Menace Apprehended

Mathew Todd Corley remains in the Fulton County Jail after his recent arrest on charges of Battery, Attempted Robbery, and Criminal Damage.

Editor's note: The following information was posted during the first week of the new year by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) on its website and appears here courtesy of the MPSA. The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. The MPSA coverage area includes: _______ Robbery Suspect With Significant History Apprehended On 12/27 police units were dispatched to…

Todd Smith

8:57 am on Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Mathew Todd Corley- young white male.   more ›

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

MPSA: Residential burglaries down in 2012

Proactive policing on the part of the APD one of several factors cited as reasons for the reduction in Midtown incidents.

Editor's note: The following information was posted on Aug. 31, 2012 by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA). The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. The MPSA coverage area includes: _______ In a recent review of burglary stats for year-to-date, we find the incident count for our service area to be significantly less than year-to-date through August. …

JonC

6:39 pm on Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Sounds like my apartment was hit by the window openers mentioned in the article. Last Thursday I had some unfortunate being climb through my groundfloor apartment window on 12th Street around 5pm (which was secured with a bar btw) and take off with my Mac. Apparently some of my neighbors were hit as well. Very frustrating.   more ›

Monday, August 6, 2012

Primer on Cross-Dressing Prostitution in Midtown

The Midtown Ponce Security Alliance calls it "the most distinct pattern of blatant street criminal activity afflicting the neighborhood."

Editor's note: The following information was posted recently by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA). The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. There has been recent discussion on this site about whether to describe these prostitutes as ‘transvestites,” “transgender,” or something else. The MPSA recently provided its explanation of terminology, and further …

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Tim

9:06 am on Thursday, August 9, 2012

georgiabrown, did you call the police to report the "rampaging transvestite prostitute"? What was their response?   more ›

Monday, July 23, 2012

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance Crime Update

A look at MPSA patrol highlights; court watch update; mid-year financial report; and more.

Editor's note: The following information was posted recently by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA). The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA. MPSA Patrol Highlights – June 2012 During the month of June, the MPSA Patrol made 12 arrests, intercepted 14 calls via the 911-system, took 7 direct calls from members via the patrol hotline, conducted 15 vacation …

fredrodriguez

10:38 pm on Wednesday, January 30, 2013

In our area, there has been a recent increase of crimes and thefts in warehouses. I am thinking of what are the possible solutions or barriers that we could install to reduce this threat. Does anyone have any suggestions on this? If we are going to have some barriers, do these come together with mobile apps that could send some signal once these systems are dislodged? I would appreciate if there …   more ›

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Midtown Ponce Security Alliance Crime Update

10th Street robbery victim helps police apprehend suspect near MARTA station

Editor's note: The following information was posted this week by the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA). The MPSA has served the Midtown community since 2003 as a non-profit organization by coordinating neighborhood response to public safety and security issues in order to advance the Midtown way of life. The MPSA achieves this objective primarily by operating a neighborhood security patrol funded by its resident and business members, and community sponsors. See here for more information about becoming a member of the MPSA.   On 06-25-2012, during the 11 p.m. hour, the victim called 911 to report that he was robbed in front of 210 10th Street. The victim said that he was using his cell phone, texting, when a black male wearing black …

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Surge in transgender prostitution in Midtown

An update of Midtown crime news from the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance

Editor's Note: The following information comes via the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA), which serves the Midtown community with a singular focus on public safety and security issues affecting the neighborhood. See here to learn more about MPSA and how you can help with its mission to provide a safe environment for the Midtown community. April MPSA Patrol Highlights During the month of April, the MPSA Patrol made 9 arrests, intercepted 13 calls via the 911-system, took 12 direct calls from members via the patrol hotline, conducted 11 vacation checks, and logged 220 hours of patrol service. With the weather warming up things are picking up again. We find it interesting to note, that since the patrol works most of its hours on weekdays…

Steve Gower

5:01 pm on Sunday, May 20, 2012

Another thing... The Associated Press Stylebook, a good authority for journalists, does address the term transgender without any mention of the term transvestite. That entry instructs one to use the term transgender instead of the word transsexual (which sounds clinical). Neither of these terms are synonymous with transvestite and never has been intended as such on part of the MPSA. Transgender …   more ›

Tuesday, April 24, 2012

APD Warns of Craigslist Robbers

Robbery crew finds victims looking to sell items online; Midtown Ponce Security Alliance asks residents to report suspicious and criminal activity.

The Atlanta Police Department on Tuesday issued a warning to residents about a robbery crew that finds victims on Craigslist. The robbery crew reportedly meets up with people from Craigslist who advertise items for sale, and then the crew runs off with the merchandise without paying. A recent robbery victim in northwest Atlanta took video of an incident involving an iPad. Police are asking anyone with any information to contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477). Also, the Midtown Ponce Security Alliance (MPSA) is asking area residents to not only be observant, but to also report suspicious and criminal activity to 911. MPSA notes on its website: Reporting them will sufficiently assist law enforcement officials in making our community …

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