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11 16 18 JTF 1 The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department NOVEMBER 16, 2018 1. Install Security Cameras It is one of the best ways to prevent someone from stealing your packages from your front door, hallway, or driveway. Try devices with enhanced capabilities, critical to preventing crime and capturing crooks. 2. Require Signature or Sign Up for Alerts Requesting/Requiring a signature for delivery may be annoying or disruptive, but the alternative could be worse. If there is a delivery option that offers delivery notifications, sign up for them. Or considering ordering from the store with the option to pick it up at a convenient store location. If packages need to be dropped, then plan to have someone retrieve them as quickly as possible. Workplaces are great for this. 3. Work with your Neighbors—working with neighbors can not only help ensure packages are delivered reliably, but also keeps you connected and vigilant for each other. 4. Request the Post Office Hold Your Mail—Going out of Town? Stop your mail. Why risk it? 5. Be Secure Online—Be careful to only use secure internet connection when applying your card and personal data to any purchase. Also, use a credit card whenever possible for online purchases as those transactions are protected from fraudulent attempts to access and use your data. 6. Keep Purchases Out of Sight—Keep your eyes peeled for suspicious lurkers when you head to your car and ensure packages are secured out of sight in your trunk. 7. No Red Flags—Do not signal crooks you have opportunity for them by using the red flag on your mailbox. Your postal carrier will always check for mail and do not require the flag to be up. CHIEF Kelly McCarthy CAPTAIN Wayne Wegener SERGEANTS Eric Petersen Tanner Spicer Peyton Fleming POLICE OFFICERS John Larrive Todd Rosse Chad Willson Jeff VonFeldt Philip McCarty Weston Raberge Peter Renteria Cara Hogan Tony Patton Ryan Yauch Tommy Albindia Eric Hagelee INVESTIGATIONS Nick Gorgos SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER Steve Hilyar COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER Coming soon! SUPPORT STAFF Kim Richter Trista Miller Shayna Hoechst Becky Pentel RESERVES Jim Knox Jeff Parker CHAPLAINS Butch Millett John Snider Alberto Vargas Lynn Liberman Sue Plucker Joel Detlefsen Lenny Andrie 2 DAMAGE TO PROPERTY - 1XXX AVANTI DR 11/09/18, 0607 HOURS Officer responded to location on a vehicle that had been damaged. Sometime during the over night hours, a vehicle had its window broken out. Nothing was reported missing from the vehicle. PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT - ASHLEY LN/NORMA LN 11/09/18, 0753 HOURS Officer was dispatched to the intersection of Ashley Lane and Dodd Road to the report of a motorist stuck in the roadway. The officer arrived and was speaking to the party when another vehicle struck the legally parked patrol car. The accident was ultimately investigated by the MN State Patrol. THEFT FROM VEHICLE - 1XXX TWIN CIRCLE DR 11/09/18, 0925 HOURS Officer was dispatched to location a theft from vehicle report. Sometime during the overnight hours, unknown suspect (s) entered victims unlocked vehicle and stole old CD’s. CHILD PROTECTION - 1XXX 3RD ST 11/09/18, 1121 HOURS Investigator was notified of a possible child protection issue. Contact was made at the residence and a child was placed into protective custody. PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT - LEXINGTON AVE/HWY 62 11/09/18, 1347 HOURS Responded to two vehicle crash in the area of Hwy 62 and Lexington Ave. There were no injuries and no damage to either vehicle. One of the drivers was issued a citation for driving after revocation. ANIMAL - 7XX 3RD AVE 11/09/18, 1428 HOURS Officer dispatched to 700 Block of 3rd Avenue to investigate a possible animal attack between a pet fox and a dog. Investigation showed all pets were up to date on shots, no injuries to dog. No further police intervention needed. BURGLARY - 2XXX PATRICIA ST 11/09/18, 1628 HOURS Officers were dispatched to the 2100 block of Patricia Street on the report of a past action burglary. Officers spoke to the resident who stated their house had been burglarized over a month prior. The Officer obtained the required information and a report was written. ALCOHOL SALE TO MINOR - 1XXX NORTHLAND DR 11/09/18, 1628 HOURS While conducting annual compliance checks of businesses, an employee sold alcohol to a minor. Forwarded to City Attorney for formal charges and City Clerk to civil penalty against business. MENTAL HEALTH - 2XXX COPPERFIELD DR 11/10/18, 1605 HOURS Officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of Copperfield drive on the report of a party in crisis. After speaking with the party and Dakota County Crisis, the party was ultimately transported to the hospital for a mental health evaluation. 3 THEFT - 1XXX MENDOTA HEIGHTS RD 11/10/18, 2200 HOURS Officers were called to the 1200 block of Mendota Heights Road for a reported theft. Officers were told on arrival that a male suspect had ran into the store and stole a display case full of electronic cigarettes then fled the scene. The store manager will be retrieving video of the incident. Case pending. BURGLARY - 1XXX NORTHLAND DR 11/12/18, 0635 HOURS Officer took a report of burglary from the 1300 block of Northland Dr. Entry was done through a air conditioning panel. An office was entered and power tools were taken from a tool box. No suspects known. Case pending. THEFT OF SERVICES - 1XXX NORTHLAND DR 11/12/18, 2258 HOURS Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Northland Drive for a report of an individual who was unable to pay for a taxi service. The individual was issued a citation for theft of services. MENTAL HEALTH - 1XXX DELAWARE AVE 11/13/18, 2043 HOURS Officer received a report of a Snapchat post threatening self harm and bringing a weapon onto school property. MHPD Officers in assistance with West Saint Paul Police, responded to the juvenile's residence. After contacting Dakota County Crisis, the juvenile was transported to a hospital on a hold. BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 0702 HOURS Officer responded to the 700 block of S. Plaza Way concerning a theft from unlocked vehicle overnight. It was later determined that a burglary had taken place and suspects were observed on video surveillance. Pending further investigation. BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 0818 HOURS Responded to the 700 block of South Plaza Way concerning a burglary report. Suspects forced entry into the complex through the main entry door and forced entry into a storage locker in the underground garage . Several items were taken. Case pending. BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 0839 HOURS Responded to address on South Plaza Way reference a burglary. Victim reported having his golf clubs and bikes stolen. The items had been stored in a storage unit in the underground garage. Suspects were captured on surveillance video forcing entry around 0345. Several other victims reported similar crimes. Case pending. BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 0859 HOURS Responded to the 700 block of South Plaza Way concerning a burglary report. Victim had a storage locker in the underground garage broken into and items stolen. Suspects entered main complex by forcing entry. Case pending. 4 BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 1432 HOURS Dispatched to contact a party who resides on the 700 block of South Plaza Way concerning a theft from vehicle that happened overnight. Suspects stole several items from her vehicle. The vehicle suffered no damage. Suspects forced entry into the building main entry door prior to the theft. Case pending. BURGLARY - 7XX S PLAZA WAY 11/14/18, 1543 HOURS Phone call, theft report. Victims vehicle was entered while parked in an underground garage in the 700 block of South Plaza Way. Three suspects forced entry into the residential complex, stealing items from vehicles and storage lockers. There is video surveillance of the suspects. OFP SERVICE - 1XXX WACHTLER AVE 11/14/18, 1854 HOURS Officer responded to the 1300 block of Wachtler Avenue to check the welfare on juveniles. The officer became aware that an Order For Protection had been issued but not yet served to a party within the residence. The Officer served a short form notification of the order. The juveniles were also found to be fine. THEFT - 1XXX DELAWARE AVE 11/15/18, 0822 HOURS Officer responded to location on a theft report. A backpack and its contents were stolen. Case pending video surveillance. CHECK WELFARE - 9XX DELAWARE AVE 11/15/18, 2027 HOURS Officers were called to location to check the welfare of an individual who had reportedly been drinking and was upset. The male party was found to be fine. HAVE A SAFE WEEK! 5 HAVE A SAFE WEEK! 6 HAVE A SAFE WEEK! 7 SET up and activate Home Security System. Lock and secure all doors and windows Cancel any scheduled deliveries, including newspapers and mail. Notify neighbors of absence and ask someone to stop and check on house. Ensure someone will shovel/plow/mow. Buy a water/fire protected safe to secure important documents and valuable items. Secure Garage, Yard Equipment, Boats & other outdoor “toys” and Sheds with secure locks/bolts. 11/09 – 11/15 2018 YTD Calls for Service 188 10,957 Police Reports 25 1,013 Citations 22 1,701 Warnings 31 1,981 Response Time Average 8.28 8.87 Check out the MH Crime Map! Click below to search your neighborhood: https://www.raidsonline.com 1101 Victoria Curve, Mendota Heights, MN 55118 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 Vacation/House Check Request online form is available on our website; you can also complete a form found in our lobby, or simply give us a call! MHPD offers a Medication Disposal Box in the lobby of the PD where Dakota County residents can safely & anonymously dispose of their prescription drug medication. This program is mainly meant to keep narcotics off the streets and dispose of medications in environmentally sound ways. ** No needles/sharps. Visit the Green Guide for tips. ** Please visit the Dakota County Recycling Zone for helpful resources for all safe disposal solutions. Car Seat Checks—TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE Please visit the MN DPS for more information. Questions/Comments? Email us at: pdrecords@ mendota-heights.com Questions? Call our Non-Emergency Line @ 651.452.1366. Need Public Safety Response? Call 911