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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
Robin Nelson
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 26 2014
Mock Crash—St Thomas Academy
September 24, 2014
A sad and sobering message
was delivered to students
and adults with dramatic
impact. Local public safety
agencies work together
annually to pull together this
mock crash in the hopes of
influencing life-saving
choices. We’d like to thank
to all the public safety
personnel who made this
valuable learning opportunity
possible.
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DUI/Property Damage Wednesday 13:27 hours
Officer Denise Urmann responded to a local business on report of a hit and run accident and upon arrival,
learned a vehicle had traveled through a commercial parking lot, over the curb, and over a small tree. The
vehicle was found, with a lone occupant sleeping in the back seat. When the sleepy man finally awoke, he
admitted driving under the influence to get home; in fact, he thought he was home. He admitted that the
empty bottle outside the car was his and to driving, but did not remember driving thru the lot. After failing
his tests, he provided a breath test sample of .163—another fail. After working thru the implied consent ques-
tions (to refuse or not to refuse, etc), he ultimately provided a breath test of .16. He was arrested for 2nd De-
gree DWI based on prior history of two previous DWI and forfeited his vehicle and had his plates impound-
ed. He was taken to jail to finish his nap.
JUV/Paintball Friday 0133 hours
While on patrol, checking the lots at Henry Sibley High School, Officer Meyer observed two vehicles parked
in the lot that were not there earlier in the evening. Patrols have been watchful of schools, preparing for the
annual potential for vandalism, and after receiving reports of paintballing. Upon approaching these vehicles,
he observed some suspicious behavior from the juvenile occupants and saw, in plain view, a paintball gun.
Plenty of mystery surrounded the youth and their explanation of why the gun was in their possession. After
contacting their parents, who were unaware the youths were even out and about, the gun was confiscated.
Citations were issued to the youths—one for Possession of a Weapon on School ground and Curfew and the
other party for Curfew and the youths were released to their parents. Nothing further.
DWU—3rd Degree Sunday 0135 hours
Officer Urmann is on a roll for drunk driver incidents this week. Officer received report of a driving
complaint—good location was provided and she was soon able to catch up with the vehicle. Not only was a
taillight broken but she also watched the vehicle swerve in the lane. Driver stopped and a clipped license was
provided, along with a sad confession that he was in trouble since he had been drinking and knew he
shouldn’t have been driving. He had let his friend drive the vehicle earlier, but once that friend was safe at
home, this suspect decided he could now drive—all the way to Grand Rapids. However, he failed his SFST’s
and his PBT with a .18. He was arrested and jailed and his plates were impounded.
Found Property Monday 1105 hours
A purse was found along a trail and the reporting party brought it in, after making contact with the owner,
based on information found within the purse. The owner did respond to the lobby to collect the purse. She
also informed the Officer Jeffory VonFeldt that there had been activity on her accounts and she would work
with Woodbury PD for follow-up on the theft, as her purse had been stolen in that city.
Property Damage Tuesday 1356 hours
A local business reported property damage to the area of the business that extends close to 35E. Upon arrival,
Officer Lambert found damage to the grass and a sprinkler head, caused by a vehicle. No suspects or follow-
up information available.
HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!
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We are so thankful for
the combined efforts of
the Moose Country, our
memorial commiƩee,
our officers and staff
and fellow public safety
partners throughout the
metro for their hard
work in preparaƟon for
tomorrow’s event. We
have nearly sold out of
raffle Ɵckets and we
have received some
amazing donaƟons.
What an incredible
outreach and show of
love for ScoƩ’s family.
There will be special
areas near the Moose
for parking and there
will be food for sale &
live music. Volunteer
Staff will be on hand to
help with sales of
t‐shirts, wristbands &
silent aucƟon items.
We do hope you will be
able to join in the fun
and fesƟviƟes. It should
be an event to remem‐
ber and memories to
enjoy for years to come.
Have a fabulous
weekend and be safe!
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.
09/19—09/25 2014 YTD
Calls for Service 125 5948
Citations 7 868
Warnings 18 606
Police Reports 10 694
Response Time Average 6.18 5.82
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