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The Mendota
Heights Police
Department
Support Staff
Kim Henning
Susan Donovan
Becky Pentel
Police Officers
Jerry Murphy
Scott Patrick
John Larrive
Bobby Lambert
Tanner Spicer
Todd Rosse
Jeff VonFeldt
Steven Meyer
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Peyton Fleming
School Resource Officer
Jennifer Fordham
Investigations
Mario Reyes
Chad Willson
Sergeants
Neil Garlock
Brian Convery
Eric Petersen
Reserves
Randy Pentel
Jarrod Spicer
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
George Castillo
Chaplains
John Snider
Lynn Liberman
Frances Colon
Alberto Vargas
Butch Millett
David Wick
Chief
Mike Aschenbrener
Suspicious Activity Friday 0020 hours
Just after Officer Rosse found a work van with the doors open in the
industrial park Officer Tanner Spicer watched a vehicle pull into a
construction site. If the man did have plans other than “to check out the
new facility” he didn’t have the chance. After some discussion and a
thorough check of the building nothing was found and it appeared
nothing criminal was occurring; the man was released.
Domestic Friday 1845 hours
Sgt Eric Petersen responded to a call for help from mom who reported
her two sons were fighting and dad was out of town. The sons are 50
YOA men. The two had apparently been out drinking all night before
coming home to sleep all day. The 911 operator directed mom outside
after they learned the sons were upset with mom. When Sgt Petersen
arrived one of the boys was leaving for the night. Mom was fine with the
other spending the night.
Burglary Friday 2007 hours
A federal agent stopped at MHPD to report that he had witnessed two
men carrying something that looked like a flat screen TV from a house.
The managed to get a license plate number as the car drove away. On
site investigation showed the home was burglarized; the renter was
eventually located. Investigations currently following up leads.
Suspicous Activity Sunday 0214 hours
Officer Denise Urmann spotted a 15 YOA walking down the road. The
youth said he was visiting in a friend in MH and was kicked out when the
friend learned that mom was on her way home. The youth had called a
parent for a ride but the parents refused to come and get them. The
youth was transported home to Eagan and the situation was discussed
with mom.
Too Slow Sunday 0324 hours
Officer Tanner Spicer stopped a car that was traveling under the
minimum speed limit on I35E. The car was spotted weaving from side to
side on the freeway. Officer Spicer quickly learned from the driver that
they were not drinking only very tired. After a few minutes with Officer
Spicer on the side of the interstate the driver was released. They were
not very sleepy after the traffic stop.
“Just the Facts”
The latest news from the Mendota Heights Police Department
01/04/2013
Civil Standby Sunday 1524 hours
Caller waited in a taxi cab in front of a home for help gathering some personal items. Officer
Scott Patrick responded to assist the caller in getting some items from inside the home. The
caller advised that the female in the home was not happy about the break‐up. Officer Patrick
stood by until the former couple started arguing about what property could leave the house.
Once the arguing started the couple was separated and advised to seek legal counsel before
moving ahead again.
Shots Fired Sunday 1932 hours
Officer Peyton Fleming responded to a shots fired call. The caller advised the 911 operator they
heard 4 to 6 gun shots to the west of their home. Officer Fleming was quickly on scene. He
located a dog walker who advised he had just watched some aerial fireworks. Shooter not
located.
Missing Person Monday 1629 hours
Caller reported their 12 YOA grandchild is missing. The child has Downs Syndrome and has
been missing for about 20 minutes. As Officer Scott Patrick was arriving the callers advised the
youth had been located.
Rabbit Vandals Monday 1632 hours
Caller requested an officer stop at her home so she could have them look at some vandalized
Christmas decorations. Officer Patrick arrived on scene a few moments later and inspected the
damaged lights. Unfortunately the culprit(s) were bunnies who chewed on the lines.
AOA MHFD Tuesday 0040 hours
Caller reported seeing smoke and light coming out of the nature center property. Officer
Steven Meyer arrived on scene very quickly and slowed MHFD to a routine response. Fire
continued while Officer Meyer thoroughly checked the area for possible fires.
Crisis / Assault Tuesday 0307 hours
Officer Denise Urmann and Officer Steve Meyer responded to a 911 cell phone hang‐up where
the caller had informed them his mother had a gash on her arm. While en route it was learned
this was likely an in‐progress domestic. Upon arrival officers were immediately in contact with
mom and son who were both covered in blood. The son had been suicidal and mom attempted
to intervene. Son placed on 72 hours hold; charges pending.
Strange Calls Wednesday 1908 hours
Caller reported to Officer Todd Rosse that they have been receiving messages from a scared
elderly person for about six weeks. Officer Rosse listened to the messages and referred her to
the phone company for assistance.
Hockey Ruckus Wednesday 2123 hours
Sgt Brian Convery responded to a complaint of someone shooting a hockey puck at the boards,
causing a ruckus. He stooped and spoke with the hockey player, advised them of the
complaint.
Have a great weekend! Mike