LPD Polaris Ranger UTV
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Introduction of new Polaris Ranger UTV for Lakeville Police Department
Usage of UTV for search and rescue operations
Application of UTV in public safety and community events
Equipment and street-legal modifications of the UTV
Partnership with Lakeville Public Safety Foundation
Areas of Interest (3)
- Lakeville police acquire new UTV through non-profit grant for specialized search and rescue operations.
- Concerns or clarifications regarding the use of police UTVs in public versus traffic enforcement roles.
- Public-private partnerships between Lakeville Public Safety Foundation and local police/fire departments.
Notable Quotes (2)
This is a vehicle that specializes in search and rescue. This is a vehicle that you'll see out at your public safety events.
UTV operational usageExplaining the operational purpose of the new vehicle.
At the Lakeville Police Department, we are extremely gracious for this purchase that was granted to us by the Lakeville Public Safety Foundation.
Funding and partnershipsAcknowledging the funding source for the new equipment.
People (1)
Jason HaididerLieutenantOversees the police fleet and introduced the new UTV vehicle.
1 quote
Oversees the police fleet and introduced the new UTV vehicle.
“This is not a routine patrol vehicle to make traffic stops. This is a vehicle that specializes in search and rescue.”
Clarifying the intended primary use of the new UTV.
Places Mentioned
Ritter Farm ParkLakeville
Events & Meetings (1)
- Pan-O-Prog event (upcoming weekend)