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When parents talk about school safety these days, they are usually referring to the rise in violence
in schools. But research shows that school-age children are actually nine times more likely to
sustain an unintentional injury at school. In fact, an estimated 2.2 million children ages 14 and
under are injured in school related accidents each year, according to the National SAFE KIDS
Campaign. To help keep your kids free from harm, here are some safety tips from SAFE KIDS, the
Consumer Product Safety Commission, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Plan a walking route to school or the bus stop. Choose the most direct way with the fewest
street crossings and, if possible, with intersections that have crossing guards.
The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
CHIEF
Mike Aschenbrener
SERGEANT
Eric Petersen
POLICE OFFICERS
Jerry Murphy
John Larrive
Bobby Lambert
Tanner Spicer
Todd Rosse
Jeff Vonfeldt
Steven Meyer
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Peyton Fleming
Nick Gorgos
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Jennifer Fordham
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Lisa Brandt
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Randy Pentel
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
George Castillo
CHAPLAINS
Frances Cuenca
Joel Detlefsen
Lynn Liberman
Butch Millett
Sue Plucker
John Snider
David Wick
SEPTEMBER 12 2014
Be sure your child walks to and from school with a sibling, friend, or neighbor.
Teach your kids—whether walking, biking, or riding the bus to school— to obey all traffic
signals, signs, and traffic officers. Remind them to be extra careful in bad weather.
If your child bikes to school, make sure he/she wears a helmet that meets one of the safety
standards (U.S. CPSC, Snell, ANSI, ASTM, or Canadian). Research indicates that a helmet
can reduce the risk of head injury by up to 85 percent.
Teach children to arrive at the bus stop early, stay out of the street, wait for the bus to come to
a complete stop before approaching the street, watch for cars and avoid the driver’s blind spot.
Tell children not to bend down in front of the bus to tie shoes or pick up objects, as the driver
may not see him before starting to move.
Be sure that your child knows his or her home phone number and address, your work number,
and the number of another trusted adult and how to call 911 for emergencies.
Check the playground equipment at your child’s school. Look for hazards such as rusted or
broken equipment and dangerous surfaces. Report any hazards to the school.
Avoid any drawstrings on the hood or around the neck of jackets and sweatshirts. Drawstrings
at the waist or bottom of jackets should extend no more than three inches long to prevent
catching in car or school bus doors or getting caught on playground equipment.
Teach children proper playground behavior: no pushing, shoving, or crowding.
Give your child some strategies for coping with bullies. He/She should not give in to a bully’s
demands, but should simply walk away or tell the bully to stop. If the bullying continues, talk to
a teacher.
Make sure your child’s school has up-to-date information on recalled toys and children’s
products. Schools, daycare providers and parents can receive recall information by fax, email
or in the regular mail free of charge by calling the Consumer Product Safety Commission hotline
at 800-638-2772 or visiting the organizations website: www.cpsc.gov
Have a Safe School Year !
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Indecent Behavior Saturday 02:25 hours
Officer Peyton Fleming was monitoring a local bar at closing time when he observed a female exit the bar.
She walked along the side of the building which was adjacent to Hwy 13 and was in view of anyone driving by
at that time. He then observed her pull down her pants and squat down to urinate. Officer Peyton
approached the intoxicated female who apologized and stated “That was really stupid of me.” She was cited
for Indecent Exposure—Engage in Lewd/Indecent Behavior. The young woman’s boyfriend met her and they
took a cab home.
Harassing Communication Sunday 20:05 hours
Officer Denise Urmann was dispatched to a residence on a harassment complaint. The caller stated that her
neighbors had sent her harassing texts in regards to her relationship with her estranged husband. The caller
felt no threat by the neighbors but did tell Officer Urmann that her estranged husband with whom she has an
active Harassment and Restraining Order against has been sending her emails and calling her violating the
terms of the Order. The female produced copies of the emails and texts. Officer Urmann issued a citation to
the husband for Violation of Harassment and Restraining Order.
T h e f t M o n d a y 0 8 : 3 8 h o u r s
Officer John Larrive was dispatched to a business on report of stolen trailer. Officer Larrive met with the
reporting party who stated that his trailer he had parked in front of his business yesterday evening had been
stolen. The trailer belonged to a friend but the snowmobile inside belonged to the reporting party. Officer
Larrive attempted to contact the owner of trailer but was unsuccessful. This case is under investigation.
T h e f t M o n d a y 0 7 : 1 2 h o u r s
Officer Nick Gorgos responded to a business on report of a theft of 50 tires stolen from a 26-foot truck
parked in the business’s parking lot overnight. This case is currently under investigation.
T h e f t M o n d a y 1 3 : 3 5 h o u r s
Officer John Larrive responded to a business on report of a stolen vehicle. The van was parked in the
business’s overflow parking lot when an employee went out to get it he discovered it was missing. The vehicle
was recovered later by Minneapolis Police. The theft occurred in the same business area as the missing trailer
and snowmobile. There are no suspects and the case is under investigation.
Identity Theft Monday 15:22 hours
Officer Bobby Lambert was dispatched to a residence for an identity theft report. The resident reported that
someone attempted to open two accounts using her name. She notified both entities of the fraudulent
activity and the accounts will be closed. There are no suspects.
M e d i c a l / C r i s i s W e d n e s d a y 1 9 : 5 8 h o u r s
Officer Peyton Fleming responded to a medical call where a man was unresponsive in his bedroom. The
living conditions of the bedroom were unlivable. Paramedics arrived and determined the man was having
diabetic issues. He was transported to the hospital. Due to the living conditions this case has been referred
to Dakota County Social Services for follow up.
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“I Got Caught”
Campaign
The “I Got Caught”
campaign rewards
kids “caught”
wearing a helmet
while biking,
scooter riding,
skateboarding or in
-line skating.
Starting Friday, July
4, Officers will be
on the lookout and
when local children
are caught
practicing safe
habits, they will
receive a gift
certificate for a
free small ice
cream cone at
Dairy Queen.
Please send us your
positive feedback
on our staff to:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
Your feedback is greatly
appreciated and helps boost
the morale of our staff.
09/05—09/11 2014 YTD
Calls for Service 144 5635
Citations 8 842
Warnings 23 671
Police Reports 18 663
Response Time Average 5.43 5.77
If you are a Mendota Heights resident and you are going out of town or on
vacation, you can notify MHPD of your outing and we will be more than
happy to keep a watchful eye on your home while you are away. The House Check
Request online form is available on our website; we have similar forms in the
MHPD lobby and we will take your info over the phone.
MHPD offers monthly Car Seat Safety Checks. To schedule an appointment,
call 651.452.1366 to contact Ofϐicer Jennifer Fordham.
MHPD has a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the PD where Dakota
County residents can safely and anonymously dispose of their prescription drugs
and over‐the‐counter medication.
Check out the MH Crime Map!
Click below to search your neighborhood:
https://www.raidsonline.com
1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118