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01 05 18 JTF 1 The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department JANUARY 05, 2017 CHIEF Kelly McCarthy SERGEANTS Eric Petersen Tanner Spicer Peyton Fleming POLICE OFFICERS John Larrive Todd Rosse Chad Willson Jeff VonFeldt Denise Urmann Philip McCarty Weston Raberge Peter Renteria Cara Hogan Tony Patton INVESTIGATIONS Nick Gorgos 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 CHAPLAINS Butch Millett John Snider Alberto Vargas Lynn Liberman Sue Plucker Joel Detlefsen Lenny Andrie Feeling a little tfred, easily irritated, or maybe just off lately? You may be able to blame at least part of it on this cold winter snap we are having. Winter naturally throws off a body – shorter days, colder weather just makes us want to be like a bear and start hibernatfng. The change of season, as well as some of our own natural genetfcs and chemistry, can really mess with our bodies and our minds. Take heart; try these tfps to shake the blues. WORK IT OUT: Maintain an exercise regimen to regulate stress and bring on the endorphin rush to promote happiness. EAT BETTER: Time to ditch those high, worthless carp treats for foods that encourage your body to cheer up, such as fruits, veggies, and healthy fats and proteins. Grab some almonds, some vitamin C and foods that include magnesium and Vitamin D to promote healthy vibes. BRAIN DOWNTIME: We’ve probably all heard about mindfulness exercises – it’s really not just fluff. Taking even 5 minutes per day to quiet your mind and focus on something as simple as soft music or deep breathing can have amazing benefits GET SLEEP: Find a way to rest. Try some relaxing tea, meditate, focus on your breathing and ensure you are getting your magnesium to promote healthful sleep. Also, put those electronic devices away from your bed at bedtfme. The eye strain and stfmulatfon from these devices can actually hinder your restiulness. LIGHT THERAPY: Daytfme light therapy is reputed to have great benefits to those who experience season related depression. But it’s recommended to consult with a doctor and do your research to ensure you are using the light properly and not creatfng eye issues. Stfll having trouble? Talk with your doctor and seek guidance. If you, a family member or a friend are experiencing any sort of mental health concern, it should not be taken lightly and you should always feel good about reaching out for support. 10 Ways to BEAT Winter Blues Play Inside Take a Class Cheer a Team Visit a Museum Go Shopping Story Time Eat Out Make a Mess See a Show 2 MENTAL HEALTH — 3XX E St 12/29/2017, 0052 HOURS Officers were called to a female suffering from a psychiatric episode by hitting her head on the wall and on a pipe. The female was placed on a mental health hold for evaluatfon and treatment. SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY — 1XXX Mendota Heights Rd 12/29/2017, 0504 HOURS A caller notffied police that they were driving behind a vehicle with no license plates leaving a business. The vehicle was located and a temporary license plate was found in the rear window. The situatfon was evaluated for any criminal actfvity but officers discovered none and the vehicle was free to go. IDENTITY THEFT — 1XX Stonebridge Rd 12/31/2017, 2359 HOURS Reportfng party came into PD to report that unknown person (s) accessed his AOL email, changed the password and obtained identfty to access his bank accounts. The suspect was able to obtain in excess of $10,000 worth of merchandise. Actfon was taken to protect his accounts. No suspect informatfon. DAR — Hwy 13/Mendota Heights Rd 12/31/2017, 1523 HOURS Officer observed a vehicle accelerate at a high rate of speed and fail to come to a complete stop at two intersectfons. A traffic stop was conducted and the officer could smell marijuana. A vehicle search was discovered a small amount of marijuana. The driver had a revoked drivers license. A citatfon was issued for possession of marijuana, no drivers license and failure to stop for a stop sign. DWI — 1XXX Ivy Hill Dr 12/31/2017, 1842 HOURS Officers were dispatched to locatfon on a vehicle that hit a tree. Officers arrived and determined the driver was under the influence of alcohol. Driver was arrested for DWI and transported to the hospital. ROBBERY — 1XXX Northland Dr 01/01/2018, 1223 HOURS Officers responded to locatfon on an after the fact assault. Upon further investfgatfon, it was determined the suspect was known to the victfm and a simple robbery had taken place, not an assault as reported. Victfm had her suitcase/purse taken from her. A KOPS alert was sent out for the suspect. HIT AND RUN — 6XX Brookside Ln 01/01/2018, 1431 HOURS Reportfng party had his vehicle parked on the street overnight on new years eve when sometfme overnight, someone hit his car causing minor left front damage. No suspects. DWI — Hwy 13/Wachtler 01/02/2018, 0311 HOURS Officers responded to a vehicle near the ditch at Hwy 13 and Wachtler. Officers arrived and identffied the male. The smell of alcohol was apparent and his eyes were blood shot and glossy. The male failed SFT’s and was ultfmately arrested for DWI. SUSPICIOUS PERSON — 5XX Hiawatha Ave 01/02/2018, 1805 HOURS A homeowner called police when he saw two males get out of a car and begin to go through his neighbors mailbox. A license plate was gathered. An additfonal homeowner was found who had contact with the suspects and stated that they came to his house, asked to see someone that didn't live there and then left on foot right away. Investfgatfon ongoing. 3 12/29 – 01/04 2018 YTD Calls for Service 171 119 Citations 24 13 Warnings 15 11 Police Reports 18 13 Response Time Average 6.34 7.08 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 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! SO, WHEN IS THE ICE SAFE? According to the MN DNR, there really is no sure answer. Ice cannot be judged just by its appearance, age, thickness, temperature, or whether or not the ice is covered with snow. Strength is based on all these factors—plus the depth of water under the ice, size of the body of water, water chemistry and currents, the distributfon of the load on the ice, and the local climate conditfons. If your vehicle does plunge through the ice: The best tfme to escape is BEFORE it sinks, not after. The best escape hatches are the side windows, since the doors may be held shut by the water pressure. So while driving on the ice, drive with your windows down. If your car does completely fill with water, the doors may be a little easier to open as the water pressure has now equalized. MN DNR Ice Thickness Guidelines: 2” of less - STAY OFF 4” - Ice fishing or other actfvitfes on foot 5” - Snowmobile or ATV 8”-12” - Car or small pickup 12”-15” - Medium truck