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02 23 18 JTF 1 The latest from the Mendota Heights Police Department FEBRUARY 23 2018 “HAVE A SAFE TRIP!” What does that greeting mean to you? Are you truly ready to have one? Check these items off your list to help you and your family members have a safe vacation. 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 Ryan Yauch Tommy Albindia INVESTIGATIONS Nick Gorgos SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER Steve Hilyar COMMUNITY SERVICE OFFICER Eric Hagelee SUPPORT STAFF Kim Richter 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 Bring your medical card and know who to call in case of emergency. Alert your credit card provider of travel plans so you can use it when needed. Know the process for securing medical aid and help, including location of the embassy. Ensure driver and vehicle licenses and insurance are all valid and your vehicle is travel ready and pack your safety kit. Keep the valuables at home and bring only items that you truly need. Expensive jewelry and electronics are only temptations for thieves. Keep them locked and out of sight. Post your fun photos of your vacation when you return home. Thieves love to know you aren’t home! Watch your Back: Be wary of the data you provide in public places, such as your phone or room number, credit card info or if you are alone. Be aware of who is around you and may be listening. TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER: Ensure someone knows where you are at all times. Stick with your friends, don’t go with strange people or go anywhere alone. Don’t over-indulge in alcohol or take narcotics—stay alert and remain in control of yourself and your surroundings. Set up “call-in” times with your kids on spring break. Your Personal Safety Comes First! If you are mugged or robbed, give up the valuables. If you are assaulted, or if abduction or rape is attempted, fight back and make as much noise as possible. Take self-defense classes — it could save your life. KNOW THE OCEAN FLAGS 2 POSESSION OF MARIJUANA — 18XX Delaware Ave 02/16/2018, 1030 HOURS Responded to the 1800 block of Delaware on a report of an adult in possession of a small amount of marijuana. The adult was issued a citation and released. The small amount of marijuana was subsequently entered into the evidence room. DISTURBANCE — 18XX Delaware Ave 02/16/2018, 1310 HOURS Responded to the 1800 block of Delaware Ave to assist with an uncooperative juvenile. The juvenile was subsequently escorted off the property and transported home to his father. No charges filed. Case is closed. VERBAL DOMESTIC — 2XXX Lexington Ave 02/17/2018, 2344 HOURS Officers were dispatched to the 2300 block of Lexington Ave on a report of a domestic disturbance. After investigating, Officers mediated the situation and both parties remained at the location. TRAFFIC STOP — Sibley Memorial Hwy 02/18/2018, 0127 HOURS Officer observed equipment violation at the intersection of Sibley Memorial and London. Driver did not have a driver's license. Cited. ASSAULT — 2XXX Aztec Lane 02/18/2018, 0327 HOURS Officers were called to the 2100 block of Aztec Lane for a reported assault in progress. A juvenile male was taken into temporary custody and his statement was taken. Two parties were charged with fifth degree assault and one was treated for minor injuries. BURGLARY — 2XXX Alice Lane 02/18/2018, 2312 HOURS Dispatched to a burglary in progress at the 2000 block of Alice Ln. Officers searched the residence. Gathered information. Report written. FRAUD — 2XXX Dodd Road 02/22/2018, 0744 HOURS Responded to a fraud report at local gas station. The store reported that someone used fake cash to buy items. Report made. PD ACCIDENT HIT & RUN — 18XX Delaware Ave 02/22/2018, 0924 HOURS Responded to the 1800 block of Delaware Ave concerning a minor two vehicle property damage accident. I confirmed there were no injuries and damage was minor. No tows. THEFT BY SWINDLE — 1XXX Sibley Memorial Hwy 02/22/2018, 1040 HOURS Responded to the 1100 block of Hwy 13 concerning a fraud report. Victim transferred funds via wire transfer for a rental home. Ad subsequently ended up being a fraudulent ad. No suspects at this time. 3 A lot of emphasis is placed on fitness, but consider also the basic concept of self-defense? Are you both mentally and physically ready to defend yourself? Could you fight back if you are ever attacked? Are you confident you will shout a loud, “NO” at your attacker? CAN YOU:  Be resistant & scream, make noise & say “NO!  Strike back with hands, feet, legs, knees or whole body? It’s never too late to think about protecting yourself and taking care of your body, your temple. 02/16 – 02/22 2018 YTD Calls for Service 155 1521 Citations 27 244 Warnings 24 198 Police Reports 13 138 Response Time Average 7.76 6.84 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!