A highlight of the more notable cases, statistics and community engagement

DECEMBER 2019

PATROL INCIDENT SUMMARIES

CN: 19036438 Shoplifter / Assault 

Date/Time: 12-01-2019 | 2:10 p.m.
Location: Von Maur; Rosedale Center

CN: 19036485 Juvenile Incidents

Date/Time: 12-01-2019 at 11:30 p.m.

Location: Roseville residence

A mother had called 9-1-1 to report her 13-year-old daughter was acting aggressive and was concerned for her safety. Upon arrival, Officers spoke with both parties.  The child was intentionally annoying the parent in order to get her cell phone privileges returned after losing said privileges due to poor grades in school.  The mother was visibly upset because they had to work early the next morning. Officers know both parties from 11 previous calls in the past four years. 

CN: 19037937 Robbery

Date/Time: 12-17-2019 | 9:00 p.m.
Location: T-Mobile, 1745 County Road B2

Officers were dispatched to a Robbery where the suspect displayed a handgun to employees at a cell phone store.  Upon arrival, officers located two victims locked in a back room.  One victim told officers that a man wearing a ski mask and sunglasses entered the store and pointed a handgun at him.  The suspect instructed the employees to go into the back room with him where he zip-tied the employees’ hands and had them lay on the floor.  The suspect had the other employee assist him with placing approximately 30 cell phones into a trash bag and several Apple watches into a separate bag.  The suspect then left the store with the bag of cell phones and did not return for the bag of watches.  

CN: 19037926 Recovered Stolen Vehicle

Date/Time: 12-17-2019 | 5:47 p.m.
Location: 900 Block of Parker Ave. 

Maplewood Police radioed information on a stolen white Porsche that fled at a high rate of speed upon seeing the Maplewood squad car.  A short time later, Roseville Officers were dispatched to a residence on a report of a suspicious male in a resident’s back yard who was caught on camera jumping their fence and a white Porsche crashed in the resident’s front yard.  Officers located two suspects related to the stolen vehicle.  One of the suspects had a Felony Warrant for his arrest.  Two adult males from St. Paul were arrested for Possession of Stolen Vehicle. 

CN: 19039841 Recovered Stolen Vehicle

Date/Time: 12-30-2019 | 1:52 a.m.
Location: Lincoln Dr. and Terrace Dr. 

A Roseville Officer stopped a vehicle for traffic violations and soon discovered the vehicle had a fake temporary registration displayed in the window.  Officers soon identified the vehicle as a recent stolen vehicle from Big Lake. Further investigation by Officers resulted in the arrest of three individuals and the discovery of drug paraphernalia, brass knuckles, a knife, counterfeit currency, bag of marijuana, and several bank cards and a checkbook that were likely stolen. One adult female from Osakis, one adult female from White Bear Township and one adult male from St. Paul were arrested for Possession of Stolen Vehicle, Possession of Narcotics, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, numerous traffic violations and Tamper with Motor Vehicle.

CN: 19036577 Domestic Strangulation

Date/Time: 12-03-2019 | 1:47 a.m.
Location: Apartment Complex

Officers responded to a 9-1-1 Hang-up described by dispatch as a female crying hysterically and coughing stating “I’m sorry this was an accident” and wouldn’t answer questions from the dispatcher. Shortly after, a neighbor called 9-1-1 and reported that her neighbor (the initial caller) was assaulted by her boyfriend.  Officers arrived and quickly located both of the involved parties. One adult male was arrested and later charged with Felony Domestic Assault by Strangulation, Felony Threats of Violence, and Misdemeanor Domestic Assault. The victim was transported to a local hospital. 

SEARCH WARRANTS

CN: 19033820 – Financial Crimes Detective authored a search warrant for bank records regarding an ongoing check forgery investigation.

2019 FBI UNIFORM CRIME REPORTING DATA

Roseville, MN - Part 1 and Part 2 UCR Data; Crimes by Month

TRAINING

The Roseville Police Department strives to have the highest trained officers and staff possible. Each month our Officers and Staff attend many hours of training on a variety of subjects. Training attended this month:

• 72-Hour Holds 2019
• Basic Forensic Interview Training
• Critical Issues Forum:  Suicide Calls
• DataMaster DMT Operator Re-certification
• Exploring the Sexual Offender and Violent Offender
• Financial Crimes Conference
• Finding the Leader in You
• Field Training Officer (FTO) Basic Course
• In-Service Use-of-Force and Taser Refresher
• Low Light and Inclement Weather Shoot
• Mental Health Part 1 Introduction 2019
• Mental Health Part 2 Assessment 2019
• Mental Health Part 3 Intervention 2019
• Minnesota Financial Crimes Task Force Criminal Investigation Conference
• Persuasion and De-escalation 2019
• Policy and Project Development
• Preventing Harassment and Promoting Respect
• Serving Those with Autism Spectrum
• Taser Instructor Certification
• The Leading Edge FTO

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT

12-04-2019: Shop with a Cop
What a great night! This year, we were fortunate enough to 'adopt' 17 kids to take on our annual shopping spree at Target. Shop with a Cop is funded through a grant from Target Corporation and through donations from local businesses and residents. Each year, we pick local kids; either through our interactions during police work, through the teachers and cultural liaisons at Roseville Schools, and/or from nominations from our faith-based community. We then pair the kids up with Roseville Officers.  Most imagine that the kids go straight to the toy department to pick items for themselves. In fact, very few do. Most shop for their parents, grandparents, siblings, and whoever takes care of them...a robe for Mom, boots for Grandma, a coat for their older brother. This year, a 13-year-old chose to purchase the very first Christmas tree that she has ever had in her home. How cool is that? 

After the shopping, everyone piled into a rented bus and retreated back to the Roseville Skating Center to wrap the presents with their new officer buddy and other Roseville Police staff. The evening is finished with a huge pizza party and treats, courtesy of Edible Arrangements in Roseville. 

Thanks Roseville for making this annual event a huge success.   

December 2019: Food and Toiletries Drive for RAHS Food Shelf. 

School Resource Officer Erin Reski reported the food and toiletries shelf was low.  This was extra concerning because school would be closed for winter break and she wanted students to be able to bring items home for the break. Police Administration chose to pitch in and put together a Food and Toiletries Drive as part of one of their Make a Difference Projects for the year. As you can see below, the community and staff were able to restock the shelves with much needed items. 

12-11-19: Identity Theft, Fraud, and Scam Prevention; Rosepointe Senior Community. 

Community Relations Coordinator Corey Yunke presented to approximately 40 residents of Rosepointe. Roseville Police Staff has increased these presentations in the community in attempt to keep residents aware of the ever-evolving scams. CRC Yunke always encourages attendees to be "that person" whom family, friends, and neighbors call BEFORE they give any money away to strangers.

 12-17-19: Rice Larpenteur Alliance Pop-up Event at Setzers Pharmacy.

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