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The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department
CHIEF
Kelly McCarthy
SERGEANTS
Eric Petersen
Tanner Spicer
Peyton Fleming
POLICE OFFICERS
John Larrive
Todd Rosse
Jeff VonFeldt
Denise Urmann
Michael Shepard
Nick Gorgos
Robin Nelson
Philip McCarty
Weston Raberge
Peter Renteria
Cara Hogan
INVESTIGATIONS
Chad Willson
SCHOOL RESOURCE
OFFICER
Steve Hilyar
COMMUNITY SERVICE
OFFICER
Eric Hagelee
SUPPORT STAFF
Kim Henning
Trista Miller
Shayna Hoechst
Becky Pentel
RESERVES
Jim Knox
Jeff Parker
Jon Clayton
Dan Iverson
CHAPLAINS
Butch Millett
John Snider
Alberto Vargas
Lynn Liberman
Sue Plucker
Joel Detlefsen
Lenny Andrie
JULY 21, 2017
Protect you and your loved ones by preparing an emergency plan.
How would you contact each other?
What steps would you take in different emergency situations?
First, start by recognizing the type of emergencies that may take place in your area
and brainstorm ways to best respond to them.
Complete a contact card for each family member for everyone to keep with them
at all times. Include other phone numbers as well like the police department, fire
department and local hospital.
Choose an emergency contact (s). A friend or relative out of town could be one
option as they are easier to get a hold of in the case of an emergency affecting
your whole area.
Make sure all family members know how to text. In a natural disaster, text may
be the only thing that will work on a cell phone due to busy lines.
DISASTER PLAN
Find safe spots in your home for each type of disaster.
Learn more about disaster coverage.
Choose multiple meeting places. Different disasters may require meeting at
different locations.
Determine the best escape routes. Find two ways to get out of each room.
PRACTICE! Review the plans, practice the plans, run drills.
Don’t forget about your pets! Come up with a pet emergency plan.
PREPARE YOUR KIDS
Teach your children how and when to call 911 for help.
Quiz your kids on the emergency plans put into place to ensure they know what
to do.
Include your kids in the planning and drills for reinforcement.
ADDITIONAL PREPARATION STEPS
Put together an emergency kit and be sure to check and replace items when
necessary.
Stay informed. Find the best ways to stay in touch with local authorities.
Think if the types of disasters that may occur in your area and make sure you get
the correct insurance coverage for your property.
Learn when and how to turn off the water, gas and electricity to your home.
Show every family member how to use the fire extinguisher and where it is
located.
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MENTAL HEALTH — 1XXX 2ND ST 7/15/2017, 0045 HOURS
Officers were dispatched to location on a report of a step-daughter taking a car without authorization.
While officers were at the residence, the step-daughter returned with the car. Officers cleared the call. A
short time later, they were again called to the residence on a domestic dispute involving the step-daughter.
The woman was acting erratically and was under the influence. She was placed on a mental health hold.
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — 9XX CHIPPEWA AVE 07/15/2017, 0144 HOURS
Officer was dispatched to a property damage call. Homeowner’s bedroom window and two flower pots
had been broken. It appears one of the flower pots were used to smash the window. No suspects.
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — HWY 13/LEMAY LAKE RD 07/15/2017, 0748 HOURS
Officer responded to a single vehicle property damage accident. The driver stated he did not turn left
quickly enough causing him to drive off the roadway and strike a MNDOT directional sign. There were no
injuries. The vehicle was towed and the driver was cited for Driving After Cancellation.
PROPERTY DAMAGE ACCIDENT — SIBLEY MEMORIAL HWY/LILYDALE RD 07/16/2017, 1231 HOURS
Officers responded to a two vehicle property damage accident. One driver complained of back pain but
refused medical attention. Both vehicles were towed and one driver was issued a citation for Inattentive/
Driving Without Due Care.
DOMESTIC ASSAULT — 5XX HIAWATHA AVE 07/17/2017, 1651 HOURS
Officers responded to a residence on a domestic assault report. An ongoing issue has between the woman
in question and her mother and sister has been going on. The woman threatened the sister and the sister
was afraid of her. She was arrested for Domestic Assault and transported to the Dakota County Jail.
THEFT FROM MV — 1XXX MENDOTA HEIGHTS RD 07/17/2017, 1810 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a theft from motor vehicle report. Vehicle owner parked at the side of
the road, placed her purse under her seat, locked her vehicle then headed to the athletic field. Upon
returning she noticed her front passenger window was smashed and that the purse was missing. Shortly
after clearing the call, WSP PD notified MHPD officers that the purse was located and suspects were being
interviewed. The suspects were arrested on other charges but lack of evidence cannot prove the purse
theft.
CHECK FORGERY — 7XX PONTIAC PLACE 07/18/2017, 0940 HOURS
Officers responded to location on a report of theft of checks. The victim noticed a check had been written
on her account and in viewing it, immediately recognized the handwriting to be that of her live-in nanny.
The victim did question her nanny but denied any knowledge of it. The check in question was written out
to a local gas station. Officers viewed surveillance and confirmed it was that of the nanny. Officers
returned to the home and saw the nanny coming home so initiated a traffic stop. She initially denied
everything but after showing the evidence, she admitted the offense. She will be formally charged with
Check Forgery.
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VEHICLE VS DOG ACCIDENT — 1XXX DODD RD 07/18/2017, 1844 HOURS
Officers responded to a report of a dog that was hit by two vehicles. The RP stated that he was dog sitting
for a friend, let the dog outside, and it ran out and was struck by two vehicles. The dog unfortunately did
pass due to its injuries. The dog was properly returned to the home and the homeowners were notified.
DAMAGE TO PROPERTY — 2XXX PILOT KNOB RD 07/20/2017, 0632 HOURS
Officers responded to a damage to property report at a business location. Contact was made with the RP
who stated that a padlock was cut off of one of the company trucks in the parking lot. A short time later he
noticed that another van was broken into and several others opened. Nothing appeared to be missing from
the vehicles. No suspects.
VEHICLE THEFT — 1XXX MENDOTA HEIGHTS RD 07/20/2017, 1027 HOURS
Officers were dispatched to a business location on a vehicle theft report. Contact was made with the RP
who stated that his van was stolen but the video surveillance did not capture where the van was parked.
Earlier in the day, Eagan PD notified MHPD that they had found the same van that was reported stolen and
that they had towed it to their impound lot. The vehicle owner was notified.
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7/14– 7/20 2017 YTD
Calls for Service 136 5,350
Citations 11 579
Warnings 16 506
Police Reports 14 627
Response Time Average 5.14 5.38
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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 Car Seat Safety Checks. If you or someone
you know is in need of some assistance in installing a
car seat the proper way or just simply need advice,
we’re here to help! Please contact MHPD CSO,
Eric Hagelee to schedule an appointment.
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.
Questions/Comments?
Email us at:
pdrecords@
mendota-heights.com
HAVE A SAFE WEEK!
COMMUNITY
NOTIFICATION
It is very important to be in
the know on emergencies
occurring in your area.
Natural Disaster
Missing Person
School Incident
Immediate risk of
personal safety
In the event of an
emergency, DCC is limited
to land line notifications
unless you register your
cellular phone with the DCC
mass notification provider,
Everbridge. You can also
enter other phone numbers
and email addresses as well.
By enrolling, you will
receive notifications on
incidents occurring in up to
five locations in Dakota
County (home, work,
school, daycare, etc.)
regardless of where you
and your cell phone are
located.
To take advantage of this
great safety opportunity:
REGISTER HERE