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The Mendota
Heights Police
Department
Support Staff
Kim Henning
Susan Donovan
Trista Miller
Becky Pentel
Police Officers
Jerry Murphy
Scott Patrick
John Larrive
Bobby Lambert
Tanner Spicer
Todd Rosse
Chad Willson
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
Frances Cuenca
Joel Detlefsen
Lynn Liberman
Butch Millett
Sue Plucker
John Snider
David Wick
Chief
Mike Aschenbrener
Murphy’s Birthday Celebration
Wednesday Officer Jerry Murphy was at Somerset Elementary School
doing what he has done annually for the past 12 years; volunteering to
talk to children about police officers. Jerry started the school trips years
ago when his grand kids were at Somerset. The kids always look forward
to his visit and this year was especially fun as event fell on his birthday.
Pictured below are Reserve Officer Jim Knox and Officer Murphy, along
with the some Somerset 2nd graders. Thanks for being great role models!
Burning Ban goes into effect today! (Normally it truly feels like Spring)
http://www.dnr.state.mn.us/forestry/fire/firerating_restrictions.html
411 or 911? Thursday 1041 hours
The DCC relayed information they received on a 911 line to Officer John
“Just the Facts”
The latest news from the Mendota Heights Police Department
4/12/2013
Larrive; the caller reported they meant to call 411 as they were trying to find the number to Petco.
But as long as I have you on the line – would you please let MHPD know that the man living in the
attic has moved into the neighbor’s attic. The caller knows this because when they change the
dog’s pants they can hear the man in the attic moving around. How do 911 dispatchers maintain
their composure when they get calls like this?
Civil Assist Thursday 1704 hours
Officer Todd Rosse he responded to a residence where he assisted in serving an emergency order
for protection, issued by the courts. The subject to the order was assisted in gathering up his
personal belongings and was transported to the Mendota Plaza where a cab was waiting to take
him to his final destination.
Open Door Thursday 1935 hours
A neighbor called to report the front door of the house next door was standing wide open. Officer
Peyton Fleming along with Officer Todd Rosse responded, found the front door open and
immediately set up a search of the house. In checking the inside of the house, they found the living
room TV was missing but nothing else appeared disturbed. The neighbor informed officers that the
residents are currently in an assisted living center. A family member was contacted by phone and
advised that his parents had the TV, it was not stolen. The door was secured and the son advised
he would stop by and ensure all was in order.
Suspicious Thursday 2205 hours
A 911 cell phone caller reported a male with a bag standing on one of the Highway 13 bridges just
north of the intersection with I35E. Officer Denise Urmann responded to the call and located the
man standing in the middle of the bridge. He could not come up with a good reason for why he was
standing in the middle of the bridge; Officer Urmann escorted him off the highway.
Squatters Thursday 2234 hours
A former resident called to report that his children, ages 21 and 16, were hanging out in the home
they had been evicted from. Officer Tanner Spicer along with Officers Rosse and Urmann
responded to the home. An unsecured door was located; the home was checked but no one was
inside. The previous homeowner reported saw a picture showing the house being damaged, it was
noted that there was evidence the home is being used by squatters. The residence was clear, the
door was secured.
Medical Saturday 1316 hours
Officer Scott Patrick and Sergeant Neil Garlock responded to a medical for an intoxicated person,
reported by the 19‐year‐old daughter of the person needing help. Upon arrival officers found an
extremely intoxicated female bleeding from her head. Thankfully, she was seated and a damp cloth
was applied to the wound. The reporter and her twin sister were the only other people in the
residence and called because they were concerned for mom who had been drinking for quite some
time. The reporter stated her mom pushed her and that's what started the incident resulting in the
cut in mom’s head. The reporter advised that mom was currently mean and obnoxious; when
allowed into the house, officers and medics observed this behavior first‐hand. The wounded,
intoxicated mother refused treatment, made some “I know my rights” statements and began
screaming at everyone to leave her home. As she was able to care for herself, the officers and
medical personnel cleared the residence.
Donkey(s) Sunday 1406 hours
The DCC received a phone call about donkeys standing in the caller’s yard. Officer Scott Patrick
responded to the call; and did find the donkeys, most likely from school across the street. The
caller had contacted the owner but was very concerned that they may run. The donkeys were
contained by the neighbor until the owner arrived on scene and they were brought back home.
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Medical Sunday 2304 hours
The DCC received a 911 call from a female having an allergic reaction, difficulty breathing and
needed an ambulance. However, her father came on the line and advised she was reacting to
medication after having surgery, everything was fine and ambulance could cancel. HealthEast was
already en route and would respond anyway, per protocol, especially since the 911 operators could
hear the female crying in the background. HealthEast arrived on scene and found that woman was
in fact fine and did not need medical transport. 911 calls are always verified for health and safety.
Theft Monday 1854 hours
Officer Peyton Fleming met with a resident who reported that his MiFi device was missing; the
homeowner had asked a friend, whom he has known for about seven years to watch his house
while he was out of town. The owner also knew the house sitter is a heavy drug user. Alas, when he
returned home, he found his MiFi/mobile hotspot missing. The house sitter also had friends over
while the homeowner was out of town. Officer Fleming soon learned the house sitter’s last criminal
event was in West St. Paul for theft approximately a month ago. Referred to investigations
Drunk Tuesday 0215 hours
Officer Denise Urmann responded to a call from the manager of a local bar of a man, drunk when
he arrived at the bar and refused service, was not causing problems, like trying to steal drinks from
other customers. He was last seen trying to climb on the roof of a nearby building. A short time
later Officer Denise Urmann located the man who lived nearby; he was transported home. Business
didn't want any further action.
Why do I Need Tabs? Wednesday 1300 hours
Officer Patrick helped out a caller who was trying to sell her car. She wanted to drive the vehicle,
which didn’t have tabs (but was insured), to the car wash but was concerned about being cited and
wanted police permission to drive. Officer Patrick, after much discussion with the woman, advised
that the best and most inexpensive option was to simply drive her other car to the licensing bureau
and pick up tabs.
Wrong Car Wednesday 1207 hours
Sergeant Brian Convery was enlisted in Inver Grove Heights Police Department on a check the
welfare on behalf of a car dealerships; an elderly customer had driven home the wrong vehicle.
Sergeant Convery learned that customer had grabbed a vehicle that looked like her son’s and drove
off; the true owner of the car was still waiting at the dealership for their vehicle. While en route to
the residence in Mendota Height, the dealership advised the DCC that the woman had just pulled
back into their parking lot after realizing she had the wrong vehicle.
Fire Lane Violation Wednesday 1953 hours
Staff at local high school called to report numerous vehicles parked in a fire lane. Officer Todd
Rosse arrived on scene and found six cars parked in the fire line. He made contact with staff and
learned that students had been advised multiple times not to park there. All were gathered up to
one spot and told that if they were found parked there again they would all be cited. Officer Rosse
then advised staff to contact the headmaster about properly signing the fire lane so that the cars
could in fact be cited if they continued to park there.
AOA/Fire Wednesday 0214 hours
Caller having problems with gas water heater. Excel Energy was unable to respond and suggested
she call the fire department. Officer Urmann suggested they only page out the Chief to assist with
shutting off the gas and water. Assisted without incident in shutting of the hot water heater.
Have a great weekend!