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11 29 13 JTF1 The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department SUPPORT STAFF Kim Henning 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 OFC. Jennifer Fordham INVESTIGATIONS Mario Reyes Chad Willson SERGEANTS Neil Garlock Brian Convery Eric Petersen RESERVES Randy Pentel Jim Knox Jeff Parker George Castillo CHAPLAINS Frances Cuenca Joel Detlefsen Lynn Liberman Butch Millett Sue Plucker John Snider David Wick CHIEF Mike Aschenbrener NOVEMBER 29, 2013 Submitted By: Police Ofϐicer Steve Meyer A warm car to steal? The cold is here! The City of Mendota Heights has an ordinance to help protect citizens and visitors of the City from becoming victims of motor vehicle crimes. Mendota Heights City Ordinance number 6‐2‐2 states: 1. No person shall leave a motor vehicle unattended on any road, street or highway in the City with the engine running. 2. No person shall leave a motor vehicle parked unattended in the City, on a street, road or highway, in any parking area, or in any public or private driveway, with the key in the ignition or the ignition unlocked. 3. Whenever any police ofϐicer shall ϐind any such motor vehicle standing in violation of the foregoing provision, such police ofϐicer is authorized and directed to remove the keys from such vehicle and retain the same until called for by the owner of said motor vehicle. It’s not that the City doesn't want you to have a warm, defrosted vehicle, but more so intended to protect you and your property from falling victim to motor vehicle theft. Often times, these are crimes of opportunity for thieves to strike. Thou shall not tempt! It is recommended that an auto start device be installed and used if you need to warm up your vehicle prior to driving so you do not end up a victim or on the wrong side of the law! The 2013 Police Citizens Academy “Badges, Bullets and Brains,” just ϐinished the 6th Annual Class. The Mendota Heights and West St. Paul Police Departments Citizen’s jointly host the Academy. Graduation was held Thursday November 21st. Over the 10 week course, the participants had an opportunity to learn about police work in both a classroom and hands on! They had a chance to drive a squad car, shoot a gun, lift a ϐinger print, hear how the CSI Effect impacts a trial, tour the jail & 911 Center and arrest a drunk driver. Follow the link to see a NDC4 video production about the academy: http://vimeo.com/79801200 Congratulations 2013 Citizen’s Academy! 2 PI Crash Thursday 1805 hours Officer Peyton Fleming responded to a crash in a school parking lot. Two children were transported by HealthEast Ambulance to the hospital. The two mini-vans involved were driving through the parking lot when one turned in front of the other. Both drivers stated they were not speeding yet somehow, the vehicles sustained significant damage resulting in one car having to be towed from the scene. Theft of Gas Saturday 2000 hours An employee of a local gas station called to report an adult male had pumped $43.08 worth of gas and left without paying. The car was described as a purple Chevrolet Impala. The license plate registers to an Impala out of Shakopee. The clerk stated they can ID the thief if needed. Video surveillance is forthcoming pending investigation. DUI / Possession of a Small Amount of MJ Saturday 2227 hours A 911 cell phone caller reported he was following a car on Delaware Avenue that was all over the road driving against traffic and not stopping. Officer Denise Urmann caught up with the vehicle as it exited the Village of Mendota N/B on Dodd Road. Officer Urmann followed the car noting the probable cause to make a stop when the car turned on Wachtler and drove down the wrong side of the street... her decision was quickly reinforced. The squads emergency lights were immediately activated. The car pulled into the next driveway and pulled up to a garage and stopped. When contact was made, it was obvious the driver was intoxicated. When asked if the individual lived at the house, the individual stated no. When asked if they knew the homeowners, the individual stated no. When asked where they were coming from, the driver said White Bear Lake. Needless to say, the driver didn't do well on any of the SFST’s including the PBT which revealed a BAC of .182. As the car was being inventoried to remove it from the driveway, marijuana along other drug paraphernalia was located. The driver quickly admitted to the possession. They were read the MN Implied Consent Advisory and refused to test. The party was transported to the Dakota County Jail. Theft from Auto Sunday 1102 hours Officer Scott Patrick responded to a local apartment building to meet a resident about a theft from their vehicle. The victim had parked in the corner of the parking lot. Unfortunately a thief broke in and attempted to hot wire the car without success. The crooks then stole the in dash stereo system. Case pending possible video surveillance. Theft Monday 1538 hours A local business reported that a 6’7”, early 30’s, B/M came into the store waited until the employees were busy and grabbed an iPad off the front desk and jumped into a waiting white BMW with no license plates. The thieves then fled the area. No video. Investigations looking for similar thefts. Violation of No Contact Order Monday 2049 hours Officer Urmann met with a frequent victim of a Domestic Abuse No Contact Order (DANCO). The woman’s daughters former boyfriend and father of soon to be grand child is prohibited by court order from having any contact. Mom reports the young man has never stopped calling, is usually drunk and this time was very derogatory towards her when she answered the phone. A statement was taken and copies of phone records were requested for charging. Under investigation. 3 Friday afternoon a resident stopped to thank Officer John Larrive for respond- ing and checking out the suspicious man at his house, that was in fact him. He was impressed with professionalism displayed by Officer Larrive as he confirmed that he was the homeowner. He also wanted us to let the neighbor know how much he appreciated him keeping an eye on his place while he was gone. 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. Have a Safe Week! 11/22—11/27 2013 YTD Calls for Service 94 7,680 Citations 7 1,412 Warnings 9 1,168 Police Reports 10 969 Response Time Average 5.87 5.21 Check out the MH Crime Map! Click below to search your neighborhood: http://mendota.prophoenix.com/CS/CrimeMapping.aspx 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.