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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
CHIEF
Mike Aschenbrener
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
POLICE OFFICERS
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Jeff VonFeldt
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
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Randy Pentel
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
Jon Clayton
Dan Iverson
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
JULY 22, 2016
BARRICADES
With rising water levels in Minnesota, you’ll likely see an increase in “Road Closed”
barricades. These barricades are placed after much consideration by public safety
and public works staff. They are placed in strategic locations to protect the general
public from some type of hazard. The hazards may include construction equipment,
washed out roads, bridges that are out or roads that are under water.
Minnesota State Statute 160.2715 states that it is “unlawful for any person to drive
over, through, or around any barricade, fence, or obstruction erected for the
purpose of preventing traffic from passing over a portion of a highway closed to
public travel or to remove, deface, or damage any such barricade, fence, or
obstruction.” Moving around a barricade is a misdemeanor offense and requires a
mandatory court date. For your own safety and the safety of emergency responders,
do not drive around barricades. They are there for a reason.
July 30, 2014, 12:20 p.m.…. Officer Patrick was on patrol and conducted a
traffic stop at Dodd and Smith. Seconds later, the world seemed to stand still, even
tilted, as life instantly changed for his family, his partners and his city. An
instantaneous decision was made by a criminal that had lifelong and reverberating
consequences. That decision not only deprived a spouse of a husband, children of a
father, but it also created a hole in countless hearts.
Violent actions can’t be taken back. They can’t be avenged. You can’t fully take away
the pain that is left behind. We all at MHPD deeply feel for those families and
communities who lost their hero; unfortunately, we have known the senseless pain that
results from violence.
The community at large came together to mourn and to celebrate the life of a police
officer, a husband, a father, a friend. During these days of nationwide reports of death,
unrest and distrust, we encourage you to remember that feeling of a united community.
Tragedies such as these can bring a community to its knees, yet also raise them up,
united and strengthened by a shared bond.
This week we remember Officer Patrick. We grieve for his family and each other and we
continue to worry for our partners, our families and our community. However, we stand
strong as law enforcement in our pledge to protect and serve you. You help make us
strong and we are grateful to you. Please continue to pray for us and all public safety
partners as we strive to keep the light shining into the darkness.
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DETOX FRIDAY 1120 HOURS
Officer John Larrive responded to a residence on a male who was out of control. The adult male was found
in the backyard. He was intoxicated and had been arguing with his parents and removing items from the
garage. No threats had been made or nor property damaged. The male agreed to go to detox.
MEDICAL SUNDAY 1625 HOURS
Officer John Larrive and Sergeant Eric Petersen received report of an eight year old that had drowned. When
officers arrived, they found the homeowner giving CPR. The homeowner believed there was still a pulse and
informed officers the victim was actually a 15 year old male. Officers advised the homeowner to immediately
roll the victim on his side and the victim began to vomit. HealthEast had arrived by then, took over the scene,
and transported the young man to the hospital. The Dakota County Sheriff’s Office also responded to assist
with the scene as they respond to all water-related incidents. Incident referred to other agency.
DOMESTIC MONDAY 1456 HOURS
Officer Denise Urmann and Mike Shepard were called to a residence on a male/female domestic. Upon
arrival, they observed the female distraught and limping out of the house while the male was sitting outside.
In speaking with the female, the two got into an argument regarding their daughter when the male became
physical and tried preventing her from calling 911. The male was taken into custody. He was very agitated
and had erratic behavior. He is known to officers in the recent weeks for the same paranoid behavior. The
male was then transported to Dakota County Jail on 5th Degree Domestic and 911 Interference charges.
BURGLARY TUESDAY 1955 HOURS
Sergeant Peyton Fleming was dispatched to a home on an after the fact burglary. Fleming was met by the
homeowner who stated that when he left the home, he left his overhead garage door open by accident. When
his wife arrived home, the vehicle was not there, but a random computer accessory was lying in the stall. She
then noticed several items once on a shelf were now on the floor. In assessing the incident further, it was
discovered that a 60” television, men’s bicycle and a set of golf clubs had been stolen. The homeowner has a
sensor that documents when a vehicle enters or leaves the driveway as well as a surveillance camera. The
sensor showed activity at 1955 and 1959 hours. The camera footage was going to be checked and forwarded
onto Sergeant Fleming. Case pending.
THEFT WEDNESDAY 1950 HOURS
Officer Phil McCarty responded to a residence on a theft report. Upon arrival, the homeowner stated a
package was stolen from her house sometime during the day. She received confirmation that a UPS package
had been delivered to her house at 1400 hours. When she returned home, she saw the package in between
the door and screen door but became pre-occupied with other things. When she went to retrieve it, it was
gone. She contacted UPS to report the theft. The value of the package was approximately $74.00. No
suspects at this time.
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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
over-the-counter medication.
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!
Don’t forget, there’s
still time to submit
your neighborhood
Night To Unite
Registration
Form!
8th ANNUAL
MN NIGHT TO UNITE
Tuesday
August 2nd, 2016
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