Behind the Badge
Directed patrol officer’s multicultural background provides unique insights
0One of the most rewarding parts of Adam Sattar’s job as a Santa Ana police officer is when he can respond ‘yes.’ That is, he loves telling his 5-year-old nephew a little about his most recent adventure in response to the child’s inevitable question, “Did you catch any bad guys today?” As a member of the 10-officer Directed Patrol Team, Sattar has been with the Santa Ana Police Department for five years. The team responds to community complaints, Sattar explains, concentrating resources on problem areas, responding to Crime Stopper complaints, and acting on tips. Team members also assist the gang,…
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