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11 21 14 JTF1 1 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 NOVEMBER 21, 2014 Ù®ã®ÊÄÝ: A special part of the holiday season is the wonderful family tradiƟons we share with our family and friends. During this Ɵme of year we come together to share and reﬂect. Sharing tradiƟons is the best way to make memories with my kids. #2234 ÊÃ: So oŌen, people take their homes for granted; it is easy to forget that many people live with uncertain, day‐to‐day housing situaƟons. I am fortunate; I’ve always had a warm house to come home to. It is so comforƟng to know I have a roof over my head and a place to raise my children and spend Ɵme with friends and family. #2212 Ãþ®Ä¦ FÊÊ: MHPD has been blessed with many yummy meals and treats. Thanks! ew OpportuniƟes: I am thankful that each day provides new opportuniƟes—a chance to do beƩer, to makes things right, to give and forgive, to learn something new. A new day brings with it untold adventures and limitless possibiliƟes. #2263 ind Words and Deeds: We are thankful for all the kindness we have received from the community. Your support is second to none. acriﬁce: We saw one of our own make the ulƟmate sacriﬁce this year. As a result we have come together personally and professionally to support our police family. We recognized what we and our families sacriﬁce for this job. Our children learn to understand plans have to be made around Mom or Dad’s work schedule. Behind every police professional, there is a strong family, willing and able to handle everyday life without a key member and sƟll provide the support we crave once we return home. #2238 iving: This year we suffered the loss of a partner, we will never forget you. Being in this job we oŌen give much more than we receive for the great pleasure of helping others in need. Thank you to the public, friends, and family who gave everything to help us through this tragic Ɵme. I am truly grateful for all your support and generous hearts. Now, it is Ɵme for us to give back. #2237 ndulgence: My wonderful wife has tolerated and indulged me and allowed me to do some‐ thing as rewarding as being a police officer. I have four wonderful kids and 3.3 grandkids. I am very grateful for all the wonderful opportuniƟes that have enriched my life. #2201 illage: “It takes a village….” I am grateful for the many supporƟve “villages” around me—my family and friends, including those found at work, church, school, and even strangers. Through the love and support of others, I am a beƩer person. #2262 nspire: We are thankful for those who have inspired us to make our world a beƩer place. ew Friends: I am very thankful to have been blessed with a great group of new friends at Mendota Heights. Working in a new environment can be very stressful, but with constant support and encouragement the transiƟon has been wonderful. Their demonstrated dedicaƟon during a Ɵme when emoƟons were taxed can never be equaled. #2217 iŌ of Health: I am thankful for the health of my children, my wife, and myself and for the Ɵme I get to spend with my family and close friends. #2233 2 2 0 to 3 4 to 6 7 to 10 Elizabeth Kronschabel Age 3 Olivia Tri Age 6 Mallory O’Connell Age 7 Thank you to all who entered! It wasn’t an easy decision and we look forward to giving this opportunity to parƟcipate in the coloring contest again next year for a chance to win Juice & Donuts with an Officer! 3 3 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. 4 4 Health & Welfare Hold Thursday 0822 hours Officers Larrive & Lambert responded to a care facility where a resident was reported to have assaulted a staff member. Upon arrival, they found the caregiver had indeed been punched by the special needs resident who was refusing to take his medication and was refusing care. It was agreed that he would be transported on a hold for further caregiving. Impound Thursday 1233 hours Officers were notified of a vehicle that had been plowed around and was stills sitting in the street two days later. The car was checked for a 24-hour Parking violation and was impounded the next day. DWI Friday 23:57 hours Officers Nelson and Spicer observed a vehicle driving on the highway that had crossed over the center line and fog line multiple times. Officer Spicer initiated a stop and spoke with the driver who was driving home from a fundraising event. When asked if she had been drinking she admitted to drinking one glass of wine early in the evening. Officer Nelson performed field sobriety tests which she failed. A preliminary breath test resulted in a .095. The driver was transported to Mendota Height Police Department and issued a citation for 4th Degree Driving While Intoxicated. She was booked and released at the Dakota County Jail. Property Damage Accident Saturday 10:47 hours Officer Lambert responded to a two car property damage accident. The first driver was stopped at a stop sign when another vehicle accidentally rear ended the stopped car. The vehicle also struck a stop sign. The Mendota Heights Public Works Department was notified and the driver who damaged the stop sign was sent an invoice for the damage to city owned property. CSC Monday 09:52 hours Officers Larrive, Petersen, and Investigator Willson took a Criminal Sexual Conduct report at a hotel in Mendota Heights. The victim told dispatch that she had been held at the hotel against her will for several days and had been sexually assaulted. When officers arrived the victim was not there, but when contacted, she stated she was with a friend. Officers were unable to make contact with the victim. No one was in the hotel room. The suspect was the registered guest of the hotel. This case is under investigation; charges pending Attempted Burglary Tuesday 15:35 hours Officers Nelson, Fleming, and Gorgos responded to a residential attempted burglary report. The resident stated that she left for work in the morning and when she returned to her residence there was a large hole in her front door that had not been there when she left in the morning. The home’s exterior and interior were checked and the resident stated nothing appeared to be missing. Officers spoke with neighbors who reported seeing nothing suspicious that day. This case remains under investigation. 5 5 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. 11/14—11/20 2014 YTD Calls for Service 122 7140 Citations 19 977 Warnings 23 848 Police Reports 16 844 Response Time Average 4.80 5.83 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 Topic 6 6