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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
CHIEF
Mike Aschenbrener
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
Bobby Lambert
POLICE OFFICERS
Jerry Murphy
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Jeff VonFeldt
Steven Meyer
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Nick Gorgos
Robin Nelson
Steve Hilyar
Phillip McCarty
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
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
OCTOBER 23, 2015
NEVER LET YOUR GUN GET IN THE WRONG HANDS!
Responsible firearm owners use their firearms safely and
understand the need to prevent their firearms from getting into the
wrong hands. They also know that firearm safety should be a
priority if we want to better protect our children, prevent avoidable injury, and keep
our communities safe.
EXPLORE SAFE STORAGE OPTIONS
There are a variety of different locking and storage items available to firearms
owners. To help you find the best safe storage solution for the firearms in your
household, please consider these life-saving tips:
Trigger Lock
A trigger lock can be used to keep someone from being able to pull the trigger. Trigger locks
are available in a variety of configurations, from basic key lock options to those that require
combinations to open the lock.
Cable Lock
The cable lock can be used on most firearms. The cable is most often placed through the
gun barrel, which generally impedes loading and firing.
Storage Case
Storage cases come in various sizes and can be used for both storing and locking up a
firearm. The case can be locked, but the lock must often be purchased separately.
Lock Box
A lock box is like a small safe that allows you to store your firearm safely and securely via
key or combination lock or by a digital keypad, to prevent unauthorized access to the
firearm.
Locking Safe
This safe comes in a number of sizes to accommodate long guns such as rifles and shotguns
and also includes spaces for storing handguns as well. Much like the lock box, the gun safe
has the option of a combination lock or digital keypad to lock it.
Record Firearm
The rights and responsibilities of a firearms owner do not end with secure storage. If the
firearm is lost or stolen, it is imperative to work quickly to report the theft or loss. CLICK
HERE for more information.
1.4 million homes have firearms stored in a way that makes
them most accessible to about 2.6 million children.
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FRAUD SATURDAY 0843 HOURS
Officer Phil McCarty responded to the lobby to take a report of credit card fraud. The complainant had discovered the
fraudulent charge on her statement. She had already contacted the credit card company and deactivated the account
and she was not held liable for the charge. The credit card company is investigating the incident but required a police
report. Officer cleared.
rear plate.
THEFT SATURDAY 0917 HOURS
Officer McCarty responded to a local business on a check the welfare for an employee who was no longer on the phone.
However, the caller was from their call center who was speaking with someone who seemed to be at the business. Upon
arrival, the employee was found, but the officer learned he had stepped out momentarily and had not encountered any
customers. Entry had been made and property was found to be stolen. Officer McCarty followed up on the suspect
information and an arrest was made. The investigation is on-going, but a formal complaint was filed for Felony Theft.
RUNAWAY SATURDAY 2034 HOURS
Officer Robin Nelson responded to a residence regarding a runaway juvenile who had been exhibiting suicidal behavior.
A KOPS alert was sent, but after following up on leads as to where she might be, the juvenile was found safe in a
neighboring city. Officer cleared
SUSPICIOUS PERSON SUNDAY 0503 HOURS
Officer Jeff VonFeldt observed a suspicious vehicle in a business parking lot occupied by four persons. Upon running
the plate, he found the plate did not match the vehicle description. Upon confronting the driver of the vehicle, the
driver admitted he had “found” the plate and was going to use it for a gas drive off. The plate was not found as stolen
in the system. A citation was issued for Display of License Plate not Issued to Motor Vehicle.
FRAUD SUNDAY 1407 HOURS
Sergeant Tanner Spicer took a report about threats by text. However, further investigation led to possible fraud via an
Amazon account. The RP was not out any loss and information was gathered to speak with the suspect. Investigation
ongoing.
MISSING PERSON/RUNAWAY SUNDAY 1507 HOURS
The same juvenile as above ran away a second time and had made suicidal comments. Officer McCarty attempted to
find her but no further friends were found that new of her whereabouts. The girl was entered into NCIC as a missing
person/runaway. Later, after speaking further with her parents, her phone was pinged to the Coon Rapids area. It was
learned she had left a residence there a short time ago and she was soon found near a mall by police officers in that
area. Based on her statements and behavior on the way home, she was transported on a mental health hold. Officers
cancelled NCIC and cleared.
MENTAL HEALTH SUNDAY 1920 HOURS
Officer Robin Nelson responded to call to a home where a resident was assaulting other residents. The party was
transported on a mental health hold.
DOMESTIC TUESDAY 1240 HOURS
Officer John Larrive responded to a residence where a mother and son were arguing. It was found that the son had
skipped school and when mom found out, the argument escalated. Father arrived to take son for the night.
IDENTITY THEFT WEDNESDAY 1238 HOURS
Complainant found unauthorized use of his credit card on his bank statement. The bank was able to cancel the
transaction and were investigating. No loss, nothing further.
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ON THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, WE RECEIVED AN EMAIL FROM THE FBI THAT INCLUDED
THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WE WANTED TO SHARE WITH YOU:
On behalf of the FBI Law Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted (LEOKA) Program,
please accept our heartfelt condolences in the loss of your agency's officer who died
in the line of duty 2014. Be advised the 2014 edition of the annual publication, Law
Enforcement Officers Killed and Assaulted, was recently released and can be accessed
on the Internet at https://www.fbi.gov/about-us/cjis/ucr/leoka/2014. The statistics
represented in this publication include the victim officer from your agency.
OUR CITY IS NOW PART OF A VERY TRAGIC STATISTIC, ONE THAT DOES NOT TRULY TELL
HOW ALL OUR LIVES AND OUR HEARTS CHANGED ON 7/30/2014. PLEASE TAKE A MOMENT
TO CLICK ON THE PICTURE BELOW TO VIEW THE WEBSITE DATA AND RESOURCES. THERE
IS POWERFUL INFORMATION THERE, ESPECIALLY AS WE ALL CONSIDER ALL PUBLIC SAFETY
AND MILITARY PERSONNEL AS THEY FULFILL THEIR DUTY TO PROTECT AND SERVE.
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The National Crime
Prevention Council is
focusing on several
topics, including:
If you have an 18 to 24
year-old in your life, this
website can help them be
smarter about avoiding
crime as their continue
into their increasingly
more independent lives.
www.ncpc.org/programs/
living-safer-being-
smarter.
It’s also a great resource
for any crime prevention
questions you might have
for family or friends.
10/16 - 10/22 2015 YTD
Calls for Service 115 5862
Citations 5 442
Warnings 10 593
Police Reports 17 887
Response Time Average 5.37 5.4
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 House Check Request online form is available on
our website; you can complete a form found in our
lobby, or simply give us a call and we’ll help you out.
MHPD offers monthly Car Seat Safety Checks.
To schedule an appointment, call 651.452.1366 or email
jennyf@mendota-heights.com to contact Officer 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
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!
Living Safer,
Being Smarter