Owatonna Police Department-2018 Annual Report

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT

Annual Report

2018 Keith E. Hiller / Chief of Police 204 East Pearl Street, Owatonna MN 55060 http://www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/170/police

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

Table of Contents Chief’s Message

Owatonna, Minnesota 3

Mayor:

Thomas A. Kuntz

Mission / Organizational Structure 4-5

Administrator: Kris M. Busse

Department Budget

6

Government:

Mayor—Council

7

Population:

25,829

Location:

Crossroads of I35 &

Personnel Changes

Administrative Division

U.S. Hwys 14 & 218

Professional Standards

8

General Overview

8

Land Area:

14.45 Square Miles

Department Training

10-11

City Budget:

$32,743,322

Roadways:

155 Lane Miles

Airport:

Runway 1—5,500’ x 100’

Patrol Division General Overview, Districts

12

2018 Highlights

13

Chaplains

14

Runway 2—3,000’ x 75’

Detective Bureau

General Overview, Alcohol/Tobacco 14-15 2018 Highlights

16

Statistics, SCDIU

17

SROs, POR Compliance

18

Owatonna Police Department Authorized Personnel

Detective Bureau Support Forfeitures

19

Crime Scene Unit

20

Property & Evidence

20

Support Services

Community Service Officers

21

Parking, Animal Control

22

Community Programs Safety Camp, Polar Plunge

23

Shop with a Cop

23

Explorers, Night to Unite

24

Citizen’s Academy, Reserves

24

Data Trend

2—Table of Contents

25-27

Department Fleet

Citizens of Owatonna Mayor and City Council Members City Administration and Staff

Chief’s Message

I present the 2018 Annual Report on behalf of our team. We are confident you will enjoy the read. Our team takes great pride in serving you! We accomplished many things this past year and owe our community a great deal of gratitude for helping us along the way.

The City of Owatonna is one of the safest cities in the state. In fact, according to Security Baron the safest city in the proximate region. Within a population range of 25,000 – 49,999, our city is the third safest according to the Uniform Crime Report. Part 1 crimes, or our more serious crimes, declined by 6.45%. As you live, work or play in our town, you will discover we have a lot to offer everyone.

I attribute this success to engaged and watchful citizens. We are augmented by our local businesses, school district, non-profit organizations, healthcare facilities, human services, criminal justice partners, elected officials and our faith-based groups. These partnerships and collaborations create an atmosphere of pride. This pride creates a sense of ownership and accountability within our community. This is what leads to a healthy, safe and vibrant community.

Since 2016, the Owatonna Police Department has shared our time and talents over 682 times.

It may involve a visit with a daycare facility, Shop with a Cop, a parade, a special event or a host of other things. All of these interactions are examples of community policing. These are opportunities to share stories, laugh, listen and let our friends and neighbors know we care for them!

When you close or “flip” the last page, I hope you share the same passion as the team at the police department about the state of our city. It is a true gem!

My wish for all of you is a happy and healthy year.

Warmest Regards,

Keith E. Hiller, Chief of Police City of Owatonna, Minnesota

Chief’s Message—3

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

Administrative Technician (1)

Mission The Owatonna

Patrol Operations

Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure community through

Captain (1)

Administrative Technician (1)

partnerships, leadership, and an unwavering

Sergeants (6)

Chaplains (3) Reserve Officers (13) Explorer Post

commitment to excellence.

Policing excellence through our People, our Work

and our Relationships.

Patrol Officers (20)

Includes: K9 Unit (0) Crime Scene Techs (3) SWAT (4)

Command Staff Sworn Staff

Field Training (5)

Civilian Staff

DRE (0)

Shared Staff

EVOC(0) Firearms (6) Use of Force (3)

4—Mission

Divisions:

Volunteers

Chief of Police Keith E. Hiller

Organizational Structure

Records Management

Professional Standards

Records Clerks (4)

Support Services

Evidence Technician (1)

Captain (1)

Community Service Officers (3)

Includes Parking Control and Animal Control

Investigations

Sergeant (.5)

Drug Investigations

SCDIU Commander(.5)

Community Service Officers (3)

OHS & OMS School Security

Investigators(5) ICAC

OPD SCDIU Agent (1)

Child Protection SRO Gangs Crime Scene Techs

SCDIU Agents (3)

Organizational Structure—5

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

Department Budget

OWATONNA POLICE

REVENUES

EXPENDITURES

TOTAL

2018 ACTUAL

$820,814

$4,929,899

$4,109,085

2018 PROPOSED

$870,751

$4,960,486

$4,089,735

2017 ACTUAL

$875,606

$4,759,983

$3,884,377

2017 PROPOSED

$941,202

$4,891,027

$3,949,825

2016 ACTUAL

$923,005

$4,719,266

$3,796,261

2016 PROPOSED

$921,764

$4,724,717

$3,802,953

The Owatonna City Council approved the 2018 annual base and capital improvement budgets after a series of presentations by:

Chief of Police, City Administrator and Finance Director Click on the City of Owatonna’s 2018 Adopted Budget (picture above) and scroll to page 108 to find program details for the Owatonna Police Department.

6—Budget

New Hires

2018

Officer Nathan Heeren

Officer Matt Borash

CSO Brooke Baker

Officer Corey Turner

9/16/2018

9/17/2018

10/15/2018

11/26/2018

CSO Ben Borash

CSO Colin Troeger

CSO Collin Regenscheid

5/9/2018

9/4/2018

10/22/2018

RESIGNATIONS / RETIREMENTS CSO Colton Ryg 03/08/18

CSO Ahmed Hassan 04/11/18

CSO Leah Hedberg 04/19/18

Officer Adam Hennen 07/05/18

Officer Michael Earl 07/25/18

Officer Dylan Ordorff 07/30/18

Officer Jesse Ackerson 11/09/18

Corporal Detective Tom Munns 11/30/18

Personnel Changes—7

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

Professional Standards One of the most important functions of a police department is that of internal affairs. Modern law enforcement agencies are complex organizations engaged in high liability activities with the corresponding need to maintain the integrity of its operations and the ethical conduct of its members. It is the policy of the Owatonna Police Department to investigate complaints and allegations related to internal discipline in a manner that will assure the community of prompt, corrective action in the event of employee misconduct; while at the same time protecting employees from unwarranted criticism pursuant to the proper discharge of official duties. The policy provides for the investigation of alleged or suspected violations of law or departmental policies. Upon the conclusion of a complete and thorough investigation, the Captain of Investigations submits the final report to the Chief of Police to make a final determination if the alleged misconduct took place or whether the officer’s actions were justified, lawful and proper. In addition, on occasion other police agencies will contact the Owatonna Police Department to conduct an investigation on their behalf to avoid a conflict of interest. In 2018, Professional Standards investigated 17 complaints involving Owatonna Police Department staff. Nine of the investigations resulted in disciplinary action taken and four investigations either exonerated the officer or did not sustain the complaint. The final disposition in the remaining four investigations remain pending. In addition, the Owatonna Police Department conducted one additional internal investigation for a partnering police agency.

General Overview— Administration

On May 16, 2018, Chief Hiller and Captain Mundale had the honors of scooping and serving ice cream to students and parents to celebrate McKinley School’s 61st Anniversary.

8—Professional Standards, Administration Overview

The Administrative Division leads the development of multiple department operations. The team focuses on the development of goals, policies, staffing levels and budgets. The team develops and manages work plans and leads strategic planning for the department. The team directs the work of technical, professional, divisional and management staff of multiple programs. This involves assigning work, training staff, conducting performance counseling & reviews, and making disciplinary, hiring, lateral assignments and promotional decisions.

Right—Sergeant Josh Sorensen prepping the group for a use of force scenario at Owatonna Leadership Academy, Criminal Justice Day. April 10, 2018

Detective Matt Oeltjenbruns with a class participant trying Matt’s SWAT gear at the Owatonna Leadership Academy.

Above—On January 23rd, Officers Travis Johnson and Luke Selvik were sworn in by Judge Joseph Bueltel at the Owatonna City Council meeting.

Commendations were also given out for outstanding service performed by officers below who displayed teamwork, perseverance, fortitude and commitment to excellence in the face of great danger and adversity. These officers are admired by the law enforcement professionals at the Owatonna Police Department.

Sergeant Jason Matejcek Corporal Detective Tom Munns Officer Travis Ardolf Officer Derrik Quinlan Officer Luke Selvik Officer Micheala Smith

Captain Mundale giving a patrol update at the Owatonna Leadership Academy

Miscellaneous—9

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Department Training The 2018 Owatonna PD Firearms Training Unit consisted of six members: Sergeant Jason Matejcek (Coordinator), Certified Instructors: Sergeants Andrew Drenth and Joshua Sorensen, Officers Benjamin Johnson, Jesse Ackerson (resigned Nov. 9) and Andrew Van Osdale.

Each of the certified firearms instructors have assigned specialized duties within the unit. The instructors train, test and evaluate the officers under the mandated training requirements set forth by the Minnesota Peace Officer Standards and Training Board (POST). Each licensed officer must qualify in the use of their department issued handgun, shotgun and patrol rifle. In 2018, the training unit conducted three trainings including: Close Quarter Battle (CQB) - Force on Force Building Clearing, Vehicle Close Quarter Battle (VCQB) and a combined annual low light / inclement weather training. The instructors strive to replicate realistic situations and scenarios through a variety of ways in order to induce stress. This method of training, known as stress inoculation training, conditions officers to overcome and minimize the negative physiological and psychological aspects of a deadly force situation. One way that the instructors train officers to have a winning mindset is by utilizing scenario-based training where the instructors and officers utilize simunition (non-lethal) rounds and role players. Officer Ackerson resigned from the Owatonna Police Department to become a deputy with the Washington County Sheriff’s Office. Officer Ackerson was a valuable asset to the Firearms Unit due to his firearms knowledge and experience, along with his military and SWAT background. He will certainly be missed.

In 2018, the South Central Drug Investigation Unit’s Tactical Team (SWAT) was comprised of about 24 team members from 11 different agencies within Steele, Freeborn, Waseca and Faribault counties.

The primary goal of the tactical team is the safety and preservation of all human life. The team is a support group that aids local police departments and sheriffs offices through the use of their specialized trainings and equipment to resolve high-risk, critical incidents that are beyond the capabilities of local authorities.

Officer Jesse Ackerson – Team Leader Detective Joel Hunt – Assistant Team Leader Detective Matthew Oeltjenbruns – Sniper / Operator Officer Zackary Schumaker - Operator

10—Department Training

Department Training The Use of Force Unit is comprised of three instructors: Sergeant Josh Sorensen, Detective Matt Oeltjenbruns and Officer Travis Ardolf. The instructors have received specialized instructor training in SPEAR, L.O.C.K.U.P., TASER, Less Lethal and ASP curriculums. Our agency has outfitted each sworn officer with an X2 Taser. Officer Ardolf and Detective Oeltjenbruns instruct our taser training and take care of maintenance and downloading data when these units are deployed.

In 2018, the instructors dedicated four full days of training to provide a minimum of eight hours of continuing education to all sworn police officers. Our community service and reserve officers also receive annual training from the Use of Force Unit. One of our training highlights was an environmental drill at the gun range. We incorporated ground fighting into an induced stress/fatigue drill and had each officer enter a live range firing all three weapon systems immediately following these exercises.

Along with mandated training, the Use of Force Unit works with newly appointed employees a minimum of five hours to review policies, procedures, state statutes and our current training curriculum. Throughout the year, our instructors gave presentations to the Citizen’s Academy and Owatonna Leadership Academy groups. Looking forward to 2019, additional training techniques will be added to the program.

All officers assigned to the team maintain a high-level of proficiency through attendance of monthly training days in order to comply with the National Tactical Officers Association’s monthly training hour recommendations. Team members participate in the annual three day Special Operations Tactical Association conference to compete against other tactical teams throughout Minnesota and to learn the latest trends in tactical techniques. The SWAT team was called out to respond to five incidents in 2018.

In September 2018, all of our licensed officers trekked to the SE Minnesota Regional Public Safety Training Center in Rochester to complete a continuing education requirement. They participated in the driving portion of a course that focuses on police pursuits and emergency vehicle operations. Prior to the driving practicum, officers took an on-line course that focuses on legal and policy issues, pursuit tactical options and other critical components of emergency vehicle operations. In the State of Minnesota, licensed officers are required to complete an eight hour police pursuit and emergency vehicle operation course once every five years. In the photo, Officer Zack Schumaker is navigating a backing exercise.

Department Training—11

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

General Overview—Patrol Often referred to as the backbone to a police department, the uniformed Patrol Division is the largest and most visible division of the Owatonna Police Department.

Tasked with patrolling and answering calls for service within the city of Owatonna—an area encompassing approximately 14.45 square miles—the Patrol Division was staffed by (1) captain, (6) patrol sergeants and was authorized for (20) patrol officers. The sergeants and patrol officers are assigned to one of three policing districts—the North, South or West Central District. Patrol districts were designed in 2007 with a focus on building relationships with businesses and residents to make a positive impact on the quality of life in our neighborhoods. This is accomplished through partnerships, collaboration, problem solving and community engagement opportunities. The officers meet regularly with our citizens, businesses and community leaders and engage other agencies and organizations to identify issues and seek positive resolutions. Specialty units that are within the Patrol Division include the Field Training Unit, Use of Force Unit and the Firearms Unit.

12—Patrol Overview, Districts

Both of the young men to the left—Matt Borash & Nate Heeren—turned in their light blue CSO uniforms in exchange for navy blue as licensed police officers in September 2018.

Police Districts Above—Joel Hunt came back to patrol the road in August 2018 after working in the Detective Bureau for several years. Besides his detective duties, Joel has been / is a field training officer, a SCDIU tactical officer, UAS (Drone) pilot, physical evidence officer and was named the 2017 Police Officer of the Year. With all of Joel’s experience, he is a very valuable addition to the Patrol Division.

On May 1st, 2018, Captain Mundale, Detective Hunt and Lisa Waypa from public health spoke to a group of moms at Bethel Church who gather together as Mother’s of Preschoolers. They presented on child safety seats, how to protect you and your child against internet crimes and a wrap up on bicycle safety.

US Bank Robbery—On June 12, 2018, at 2:11 p.m. the Owatonna Police Department responded to a 911 call of a robbery at US Bank, 132 W. Broadway Street, in downtown Owatonna. The suspect presented a note that stated he had a gun and demanded $500. The suspect took the money, apologized, and then fled the scene. Within a few short minutes into the investigation, an OPD officer was able to identify the suspect from images shared from a surveillance video that was circulated by detectives. At approximately 3:52 p.m., (within two hours), Matthew Michael Dahl, 33 years of age, was located and arrested at the Steele County Fairgrounds Park on 18th Street SE without incident. Dahl confessed to committing the robbery for a $260 debt he owed a friend. Dahl was charged with 2nd Degree Aggravated Robbery. (OW18-001276)

2018 Patrol Division Highlights On May 27, 2018 at 00:46 minutes and May 28, 2018 at 8:30 p.m., officers responded to two home invasion incidents involving male suspect(s) wearing a mask, threatening with a shotgun and demanding money. During the first incident no one was injured. Money was demanded, but no cash was taken; however, two cell phones were stolen. During the second incident, suspect(s) forced their way into a residence of a 60 year old male and beat him to unconsciousness with what was believed to be the buttstock of a shotgun. The suspect (s) took coins, $1700 loose cash and other personal property. Patrol officers and detectives worked closely with the South Central Drug Investigative Unit (SCDIU) and began to develop suspect(s) in both cases. Detectives obtained search warrants for three residences and for one car. During one search warrant, a nonsuspect was arrested on an outstanding warrant and gave information pointing toward one suspect as Martin Lampkin. At a second location, detectives searched a residence and broke open a locked safe—finding coins that the resident received earlier from Martin Lampkin; about the same timeframe after the robberies occurred. At the same residence, a tin wrapped in a plastic bag was found in a shallow hole outside under a pine tree. Inside the tin were collector coins from the second victim’s home. Martin Lampkin’s vehicle was found parked at a nearby business and a search warrant revealed a black ski mask and stolen cell phones from the first home invasion. Shortly thereafter, detectives went to a residence in Clarks Grove, Freeborn County and detained two persons, and made a probable cause arrest on Martin Lampkins. Lampkin, age 20, was formally charged with five felonies including: 1st Degree Burglary, and 1st Degree Burglary while Possessing Dangerous Weapons, Inflict 3rd Degree Assault (substantial bodily harm) and Theft.

Patrol Highlights—13

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Chaplains Back Row Reverend Brent Carlson

Front Row Reverend Loren Olson Parish Nurse Nancy Deetz

What is the role of a Chaplain?

•

To serve Owatonna Police Department members and the community with non-denominational spiritual care,

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To provide assistance to police staff giving next of kin death notifications,

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To provide confidential services to officers and their families involved in critical incidents,

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To attend and presents at city council and officer swearing-in ceremonies, and

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To join officers on frequent ride-alongs.

General Overview—Detective Bureau The Detective Bureau is a support division to the Owatonna Police Department and is currently comprised of a Captain, a Detective Sergeant, (2) General Investigators, (1) Child Protection Investigator, (2) School Resource Officers and an Evidence Technician. Detective Bureau investigators are tasked with investigating major crimes, financial crimes, technology crimes, child protection matters and crimes against persons & property and predatory offenders. In addition, the Detective Bureau sergeant serves as the commander of the South Central Drug Investigative Unit (SCDIU) which is a local and grant funded Violent Crimes Enforcement Team (VCET) that serves Steele, Waseca, Freeborn and Faribault counties and the cities located within those counties.

14—Chaplains, Detective Bureau Overview

2018 Alcohol and Tobacco Compliance The Owatonna Police Department, with the assistance of underage operatives, conducted alcohol and tobacco compliance checks at local retailers. Compliance checks provide a proactive approach to keep alcohol and tobacco out of the hands of our youngest community members. These checks have been completed twice a year by our department since 1999. The operatives are trained, photographed and equipped with electronic listening devices so officers can monitor the conversations.

We conduct the checks with the anticipation that all businesses are complying with state and local laws. The sale of tobacco and alcohol to someone under the legal age is a criminal matter and may result in criminal charges to the employee who sold the product. The business may also face the possibility of a suspension or revocation of their tobacco or alcohol license by the City Council.

Twenty-seven establishments were checked for tobacco compliance in 2018. Twenty-three establishments were found to be compliant for an 85% compliance rate. A letter was sent to each business that passed congratulating them on their diligence and professionalism. A citation was issued to the employees that failed the check, and a letter was sent to the businesses reviewing their licensing requirements.

13% Non

87% Compliant

Tobacco 15% Non

85% Compliant

Forty establishments were checked for alcohol compliance. Of those, thirty-five were found to be compliant for an 87% compliance rate. Formal complaints were issued to the employees that failed the checks. A letter was sent to each business that passed congratulating them on their diligence and professionalism when asking and checking for the underage buyer’s identification and birthdate.

Alcohol

Alcohol & Tobacco Compliance—15

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2018 Detective Bureau Highlights

On February 6th, 2018 at 7:18 a.m., officers responded to the Eagle’s Club for a burglary. The initial investigation revealed no forced entry, but approximately $8000 in cash and checks were missing from the safe. Surveillance video identified a male party believed to be involved in the case, but as with many cases involving surveillance video, we had a nameless face. The Eagle’s Club posted the image of the suspect on their Facebook page and tips were received that linked the nameless face to a burglary in Lino Lakes, MN. Detectives compared the Eagles’ surveillance video with that in Lino Lakes and an association was made; and better yet, Lino Lakes had a name. Connecting the dots, our detectives were able to track the movements of the suspect to a Days Inn hotel in Mounds View. On February 8th at 2:38 a.m., the Mounds View Police Department arrested our suspect. Joseph J. Kreiger, age 46 of Oakdale, was transported to Owatonna and jailed. He has been charged with 3rd Degree Burglary and Theft—both felonies. (OW18-000324)

During the early morning hours on October 17th, 2018, our officers were called to a home on Wilson Drive in Owatonna for the report of a disturbance—a witness reported loud banging and a male voice yelling. Officers met with a resident in the home and observed signs of intoxication. They also heard a child’s voice coming from a bedroom and a significant amount of blood on the floor in another bedroom. Officers attempted to speak with the child through a barricaded door—the child told the officer, “He was trying to kill me.” and “I am bleeding bad.” The child later opened the door and officers found the child’s face covered with blood. During a statement, the child told officers that the suspect tried killing him with a knife. The child alleged he was struck on the nose with the back of the knife and on his head when the suspect made a downward cutting motion. The child indicated the suspect made comments of killing the child and other family members. During a search of the home, a knife was recovered in a washing machine and the child’s shirt was found alongside the washing machine covered in blood. Julio C. Cano, age 45 of Owatonna, was arrested and jailed. He has been charged with 2nd Degree Attempted Murder, Attempted 1st Degree Assault, 2nd Degree Assault with a Dangerous Weapon and Terroristic Threats— all felonies. (OW18-002283)

16—Detective Bureau Highlights

Detective Bureau Statistics

2018 SCDIU Forfeitures

South Central Drug Investigation Unit The South Central Drug Investigation Unit’s (SCDIU) mission is to investigate and apprehend mid to upper level drug dealers and violent offenders in our communities. They work closely with OPD’s Patrol Division and Detective Bureau to identify who is dealing and selling drugs. SCDIU agents build successful cases against dealers including drug sales and possession crimes. Agents also investigate violent crimes in our communities such as robberies, burglaries, homicides, gun crimes and drug overdose cases.

The SCDIU agents are in a small mobile unit that travel to wherever they are needed to make the most impact. The Owatonna Police Department is the fiscal agent of a four county multi-jurisdictional Violent Crime Enforcement Team (VCET) including Steele, Freeborn, Waseca and Faribault counties. The team serves 2500 square miles and approximately 100,000 people and in 2018, consisted of a commander, administrative assistant and four full-time agents. There are 13 law enforcement agencies within the four counties that contribute funds to the unit; which is also funded by state and federal grants. The most common illegal drugs investigated were methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, and marijuana. Agents worked to locate who was bringing drugs into our communities and where it was being sold. Once located, agents frequently executed search warrants to recover the illegal drugs. The agents work closely with other agencies to identify drug dealers who are selling in several jurisdictions or states.

Detective Bureau Statistics, SCDIU—17

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School Resource Officers The Owatonna Police Department and the Owatonna Public School District 761 partner in many ways, but none more recognizable as the School Resource Officers assigned to the Owatonna High School and the Owatonna Middle School. Detective Brady Vaith is the SRO primarily assigned to the Owatonna High School, but also covers the ISD 761 Alternative Learning Center. Detective Matt Oeltjenbruns is the SRO primarily assigned to the Owatonna Middle School, but also covers all elementary schools. Both detectives have received specific, formal training and certifications to work as School Resource Officers. School Resource Officers wear many hats such as informal counselor, mentor, educator and law enforcement officer, but their key function is to help provide a friendly, safe learning environment for the students and staff where students can come to learn and grow into future leaders in our community.

Detectives Oeltjenbruns & Vaith work with school district staff to implement new training in active aggression response called ALICE (Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter & Evacuate).

Predatory Offender Registry

In April, Detectives Oeltjenbruns, Vaith, Berg and Evidence Technician Dub worked with students at the Owatonna Middle School during forensics classes on crime scene processing.

Detective Christian Berg currently oversees the Owatonna Police Department’s Predatory Offender Program. Historically, the City of Owatonna fluctuates between 70 and 80 offenders who reside within the city. Predatory offenders are broken down into four risk levels. In 2018, there were (4) level 3 PORs living in the city, which is considered the highest risk level. Beyond that there were (15) level 2 PORs and (11) level 1 PORs. There were additional offenders who do not have an assigned risk level. Detective Berg engages the community through means of notifications when level 3 offenders move into the community and / or change their primary residence. Our agency also addresses concerns and answers questions that community members may have through notification meetings held at the Law Enforcement Center.

The Owatonna Police Department prides itself through our working relationships with other state, local and federal law enforcement and probation / parole agencies who frequently assist with home, office and unannounced visits of clients. In 2018, Detective Berg was assigned to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension’s Human Trafficking Investigators Task Force where he works on both proactive and reactive investigations into human trafficking and sexual exploitation cases.

18—School Resource Officers, POR Compliance

Forfeitures The definition of a forfeiture is the loss or giving up of something as a penalty for wrongdoing. Minnesota laws allow property associated with certain criminal offenses to be forfeited. This can be done judicially or administratively. The most common criminal activities that led to seizure, forfeiture and final disposition of property in 2018 were DWI related incidents and controlled substance.

22 Vehicles Forfeited 12 Returned to Registered Owners / Lien Holders 4 Sold 6 Vehicles still in progress

2 0 1 8

Forfeitures—19

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Crime Scene Unit

Property and Evidence The property and evidence technician maintains the chain of custody for all evidentiary items submitted to the property room. Documenting the intake, storage, security, release and disposal of all items is the primary focus of property room personnel. The Owatonna Police Department handles evidence for both the Owatonna Police Department and the South Central Drug Investigation Unit.

20—Crime Scene Unit, Property & Evidence

The Crime Scene Unit assists the Patrol and Investigative Divisions for the purpose of evidence identification, collection and preservation. crime scene technicians are trained in areas of crime scene photography, latent print development & recovery, biological & trace evidence recovery and tool mark & footwear impression recovery. Members strive to obtain the most up to date training and equipment in crime scene processing. To the left—In 2018, Crime scene technicians provided training to the Owatonna Middle School Forensics Class.

Community Service Officers Community Service Officers (CSOs) provide critical support to the Owatonna Police Department on a daily basis as they handle lower priority calls that do not require a licensed police officer with arrest powers thus freeing up sworn officers to concentrate on incidents that require their specific skill set. CSOs play a vital role in the community as they are tasked with multiple duties such as: Parking Control, Animal Control, Traffic Control, Public Events, Patrol Schools and City Parks

Miscellaneous responsibilities include: •

Animal Calls, Animal Care & Facility Maintenance at the Shelter

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Parking Complaints, Minor Accidents

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Vandalism to Parks & Locking Park Buildings

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Ordinance Violations, Junk Vehicle Complaints

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Found Property, House Checks

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Tow Releases, Funeral Escorts

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Work with Police Department Fleet Vehicles

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Parades, Tours and Presentations

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Crime Prevention & Security Detail

The 2018 Annual Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest at the Steele County Fair pitted the best of the Owatonna Police Department against our partners at the Steele County Sheriff’s Office. The competitors below (L-R), Lee Robbins, Joel Hunt, Matt Oeltjenbruns, Darrin Helget, Christian Berg and Nate Heeren. Above—CSO Heeren celebrates his first time win as he kept the championship with the men and women in blue when he unleashed a mighty heave of 15’-1”.

On January 11th, 2018, at the Owatonna Middle School, CSO Dave Schroeder took a break from his regular duties to demonstrate to a group of students some guitar strummin’ skills.

Community Service Officers—21

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

Parking Control Parking violations are issued by the Patrol Division and our community services officers. Enforced parking violations include the following: short / long term parking, 48 hours, parking in yellow, winter parking restrictions, school parking, parking 2-5 a.m. and other miscellaneous violations.

Chapter 72: Parking Rules Generally In order to create a fair use of available parking within the City of Owatonna, a graduated fine system is enforced for downtown parking. Funds collected from parking tickets are deposited into the city’s general fund.

Animal Control Animal control helps to maintain the health and safety of pets and protects city residents from problem domesticated animals. The Owatonna Police Department Community Service Officers (CSOs) and Police Officers respond to domestic animal complaints within the city including barking dogs, animals at large and dog bites amongst others. We do not handle wild animal complaints, but can offer resources of other state agencies or private businesses that may be able to assist.

Community service officers man the Animal Control Shelter regularly and work in cooperation with animal advocating partners to provide safe homes for abandoned or lost pets that cannot be reunited with their owners. We strive to find homes for every adoptable animal taken into the shelter. The shelter is located at 1190 Industrial Road, Owatonna, Minnesota 55060. Animal control inquiries can be made at 507-451-8232.

The Owatonna Animal Shelter Facebook page is designed to serve as an avenue to help reunite impounded animals with their owners or showcase what we currently have up for adoption at the animal shelter. Our Facebook page currently has 3,319 followers and our CSOs regularly update with pictures, descriptors and pick-up locations of animals currently housed in the shelter.

22—Parking, Animal Control

Safety Camp

The Steele County Kid’s Safety Camp was held June 7th and 8th, 2018, at Lake Kohlmier and the Steele County Fairgrounds. It was a two-day camp held for students who just completed third grade in schools across Steele County. Registered to attend were 227 kids who received a t-shirt, water bottle and backpack. Topics included biking, fishing, boating, camping, fire, electrical, internet and firearms safety. A graduation and ice cream social was held at the conclusion of the camp for the kids and their families.

Polar Plunge

Shop with a Cop

Safety Camp, Polar Plunge, Shop with a Cop—23

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Owatonna Police Explorers In 2018, the Explorers made great strides in their uniforms, training and competitions. They worked very hard studying everything from traffic stops to hostage negotiations. The Explorers competed in a one-day competition in St. Paul and again in Rochester against other Explorers in the state competition. Domestic assault, burglary, hostage negotiation, first aid, bomb scene search, white collar crime, arrest & search, interview & interrogation, and crime prevention were the highlights along with a few individual events such as job interviews and report writing. Although there were no trophies brought home, the Explorers performed very well and received many compliments from judges and role players (officers from around the state). The group was very excited and are already planning fundraising for the next competition.

Citizen’s Academy

2018

Night to Unite Reserves

24—Explorers, Night to Unite, Citizen’s Academy, Reserves

Data Trend Crime Rate

# of

Offenses

Offenses

Cleared

% Cleared

Homicide

0

0

0

0

Rape

3

3

100

12

Robbery

6

2

33

23

Aggravated Assault

17

10

59

66

Burglary

56

7

12

Larceny

344

155

Motor Vehicle Theft

38

Arson Human Trafficking

2018 Part I Crimes

Total Part I

2017

2016

2015

2014

Homicide

0

0

0

0

Rape

8

1

9

3

Robbery

6

9

14

6

Aggravated Assault

18

28

37

27

217

Burglary

64

81

142

79

45

1,332

Larceny

372

495

513

510

16

42

147

27

36

27

30

0

0

0

0

Arson

1

2

2

0

0

0

0

0

Human Trafficking

0

0

1

0

464

193

42

1,797

496

652

745

655

per 100,000

Motor Vehicle Theft

Total Part I

# of

Offenses

Offenses

Cleared

% Cleared

per 100,000

Other Assaults

86

70

81

333

Other Assaults

75

134

156

157

Forgery/Counterfeiting

22

8

36

85

Forgery/Counterfeiting

16

25

16

17

Fraud

45

8

18

174

Fraud

41

72

68

74

Embezzlement

1

0

0

4

Embezzlement

1

0

0

2

Stolen Property

6

4

67

23

Stolen Property

4

11

3

5

Vandalism

92

15

16

356

Vandalism

93

173

207

167

Weapons

7

7

100

27

Weapons

8

12

8

10

Prostitution

0

0

0

0

Prostitution

0

1

9

0

Other Sex Offenses

18

6

33

70

Other Sex Offenses

14

19

16

31

Drug Abuse

77

72

94

298

Drug Abuse

83

92

115

105

Gambling

0

0

0

0

Gambling

0

1

0

0

Family/Children

8

4

50

31

Family/Children

1

6

6

15

DUI

58

52

90

225

DUI

46

62

112

108

Liquor Laws

14

9

64

54

Liquor Laws

11

11

24

20

Disorderly Conduct

26

21

81

101

Disorderly Conduct

26

38

28

40

Vagrancy

0

0

0

0

0

0

41

n/a

Other Offenses

107

82

77

414

76

109

121

124

Total Part II

567

358

63

2,195

Total Part II

495

766

930

875

1,031

551

105

3,992

Grand Total

991

1,418

1,675

1,530

2018 Part II Crimes

GRAND TOTAL

Crime Rate

Vagrancy Other Offenses

Data Trend—25

OWATONNA POLICE DEPARTMENT—2018 Annual Report

2018 Crime Rates Regional

25,000—49,999 Population

Owatonna PD 4,096 49,595 St Louis Park—4,938 Faribault PD 5,797 43,657 Moorhead—7,465

Austin PD 9,196 Albert Lea PD 6,344

42,606 Mankato—9,034

Waseca PD 4,553 41,339 Maplewood—7,944 41,424 Shakopee—6,462

Steele Co Sheriff 3,000 Rice Co Sheriff 3,491

37,102 Cottage Grove—5,108 Mower Co Sheriff 6,337 36,701 Roseville—9,030

Freeborn Co Sheriff 2,728 35,592 Inver Grove Heights—4,835

Waseca Co Sheriff 3,821 Faribault Co Sheriff 3,715

32,029 Savage—5,398

2018 Offenses Cleared & Clearance Rate %

28,178 Oakdale—5,962

27,943 Fridley—9,165 26,840 Winona—5,168 27,023 Ramsey—3,516

26,925 Prior Lake—6,815

781

81%

25,829 Owatonna—4,096

58% 56%

1,612

125 196

56%

96 165

41%

313

51%

322

51%

675

49% 57%

26,962 Chaska—2,785

603

54% 40%

26,187 White Bear Lake—8,042

156

55%

26—Data Trend

578

A crime rate describes the number of crimes reported to law enforcement per 100,000 total population. A city’s individual crime rate is derived by dividing the total number of reported crimes occurring within the jurisdiction by the city’s population; the result is then multiplied by 100,000. In Owatonna, our general crime rate is 4,096 per 100,000 general population.

2018 Drug Abuse Regional Arrests

Cases Cleared

Drug Task Force Regions South Central Drug Task Force Steele, Waseca, Faribault, Freeborn Population = 99,716 Total Narcotic Arrests = 296 Narcotic Arrests per Capita = .0030

50

129 24

MN River Valley Drug Task Force Martin, Watonwan, Nicollet, Blue Earth Population = 131,927 Total Narcotic Arrests = 555 Narcotic Arrests per Capita = .0042

29 89 9

SE MN Narcotics & Gang Task Force Olmsted, Winona, Goodhue, Dodge, Mower, Fillmore, Houston, Wabasha Population = 374,915 Total Narcotic Arrests = 1,255 Narcotic Arrests per Capita = .0033

28 75 95 167

Rice County Drug Task Force Population = 67,366 Total Narcotic Arrests = 319 Narcotic Arrests per Capita=.0047

23 68

Population

Total Narcotic Arrests

1255

374,915

131,927

Narcotic Arrests per Capita

27%

99,716

555 319

67,366

So Central

296

MN River Valley

SE Minnesota

31%

22%

20%

Rice County

Data Trend—27

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