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Regular Session Minutes <br />July 18, 2025 <br />Page 7 <br />conclusion of the investigation. Captain Amon-Wilkins explained that such <br />determinations are based on the totality of the investigation.She also inquired about <br />follow-up in the case of a missing individual believed to be in the Philippines. He <br />responded that the department does not have the capacity to pursue cases in foreign <br />countries; however, it is department policy to keep these cases open with an active <br />APB, and detectives will pursue any leads that arise. <br />Commissioner Lacerte further asked whether there were comparable statistics from <br />other counties. Captain Amon-Wilkins explained that,unlike portrayals in media where <br />a 24 or 48-hour waiting period is required before filing a missing person report, in <br />,cases can be initiated immediately. He noted that the transient <br />population contributes to the number of reports, as some individuals choose to relocate <br />or sever contact with family, resulting in family members filing reports. In some <br />situations, individuals reported as missing do not consider themselves missing and <br />refuse to meet with officers, which prevents cases from being closed until direct, face- <br />to-face contact is made. He emphasized that while there has been public concern on <br />social media about the number of missing persons,the vast majority of cases over the <br />past five and a half years have been thoroughly investigated and have reasonable <br />explanations. <br />missing person statistics on a per capita basis with state or national averages. He also <br />asked whether the division had sufficient resources to investigate these cases. Captain <br />Amon-Wilkins responded that while the department is short-staffed, his detectives are <br />highly committed and conduct excellent investigations. Tavares encouraged him to <br />emphasize resource needs in future budget discussions, noting the public’s strong <br />interest in missing person cases. <br />Commissioner Enriquez asked whether juveniles were included in the statistics. <br />Captain Amon-Wilkins clarified that the report focused on adults, with the exception of <br />one case involving a six-year-old child believed to be with their biological mother. He <br />further explained that juvenile cases are typically treated as runaways unless there is <br />evidence the child did not leave voluntarily, in which case they are investigated as <br />missing persons. <br />Vice Chair Bertsch expressed his appreciation for the handling of missing person <br />cases, noting that the report is excellent and provides valuable insight into what is truly <br />happening. He thanked Captain Amon-Wilkins for his work and dedication. <br />Police Chief’s Report (cont.): <br />Chief Moszkowicz stated he wanted to take a brief moment to thank the commission <br />and department members for the opportunity to serve as chief over the past two and a <br />half years. He expressed his gratitude to the commission for their support in allowing <br />him to transition into retirement at the end of August. He noted that today is essentially <br />his last day in the office, although he will have some remaining administrative <br /> <br />