[0:04] Thank you all for being here. Uh the [0:06] first thing I'll say because I know [0:07] there's a lot of uh young kids in in the [0:10] audience, we are family friendly. I've [0:12] been there with three small kids. I know [0:14] being at some kind of formal uh [0:15] ceremony, it gets nerve-wracking. It's [0:17] okay. So, if people need to get up, kids [0:20] start running around, we're used to it. [0:21] So, just know we're no judgment here. [0:24] For those I haven't met, my name is [0:26] Erikica Schneider. Um, I'm the chief [0:27] here at the Roseville Police Department [0:29] and I really I I can't say how much uh [0:32] we appreciate everyone being here. The [0:34] turnout is is wonderful. The support [0:37] that we see for our officers means a [0:38] lot. [0:40] Before we start recognizing some of the [0:43] work um of our staff and our community [0:45] members, I want to take to take a moment [0:47] to acknowledge the past couple of weeks [0:49] have been very difficult for so many [0:51] people in our community. There's a lot [0:54] of chaos and we found ourselves kind of [0:55] in the middle of it again here. And with [0:58] that there's a lot of uncertainty and [1:00] fear. And so I think it's important to [1:02] recognize that these m moments aren't [1:05] easy. They're not easy for our [1:06] community. They're not easy for the men [1:08] and women of our department. And yet our [1:11] officers, our staff continue to show up [1:14] day in and day out. [1:16] They show up knowing that every shift [1:18] carries risk. and they show up willing [1:21] to put themselves in harm's way to [1:22] protect people they've never met [1:24] regardless of background, belief, or the [1:27] circumstances. [1:29] That commitment to serve and protect [1:31] everyone in our community, it doesn't [1:33] waver. And it won't waver even in these [1:35] challenging times. [1:37] Our officers are committed to keeping [1:39] this community safe and grounded in [1:41] professionalism, compassion, and [1:44] service. [1:46] that goes whether it's in good times or [1:48] dur during some of the most difficult [1:49] moments in our state's history. I [1:52] couldn't be prouder that we continue to [1:53] have just outstanding men and women that [1:56] continue to answer the call. [1:59] As we get started tonight, I want to [2:01] begin with a sincere thank you to all of [2:02] our staff for their dedication and their [2:04] integrity. [2:07] A career in law enforcement, it's not a [2:09] job. It it truly is a calling. It [2:12] requires courage, resilience, and a [2:15] willing to put others first, even when [2:18] that work is really hard. Our guardians [2:21] pride themselves in being guardians of [2:23] our community. [2:25] They step forward when others might be [2:27] stepping back and they do they do that [2:30] with a sense of responsibility and [2:32] purpose. [2:34] And that's what tonight is all about. [2:36] It's rec recognizing their service. [2:39] We're going to honor our officers and [2:40] our staff who have gone above and [2:42] beyond. Whose courage, professionalism [2:45] has truly made a difference. We also [2:48] have some just outstanding community [2:50] members that we'll be recognizing who [2:51] stepped in in some really horrific and [2:53] and critical moments. And then at the [2:56] end, um hopefully ending on a high note, [2:58] we are going to welcome our newest [2:59] members into the Roseville Police [3:01] Department. [3:03] Before I get started, I want to thank [3:04] all of our officers, the staff, and [3:06] especially the families that are here [3:08] behind the badge. [3:10] And also a thank you to our community [3:11] members, um our city leaders, and [3:13] everyone that continues to stand [3:15] alongside us. It means a lot. Although [3:19] everybody in the room is special, um I [3:21] do want to recognize a few special [3:22] guests that are with us tonight. So, if [3:24] you could stand um when I call your [3:26] name. We've got our city leadership, [3:28] Mayor Dan Row, Council Members Robin [3:31] Schroeder, Wayne Grath, and Matt Bower. [3:41] We also have our city manager. Don't [3:42] worry, I didn't leave you just sitting [3:43] by yourself. I wanted to give you your [3:45] own moment to shine. We've got our city [3:48] manager, Pat Trean. [3:56] We also have our civil service [3:57] commission chair, uh, Bob Murphy, and [3:59] our member, Shauna Dez. I don't know. [4:01] There we go. [4:07] And, uh, I know we have I don't know if [4:09] I caught them all, but I know we have a [4:10] couple of our uh, Roseville Police [4:12] Foundation members. We've got Lisa Crane [4:14] and Rick Goodmanson. [4:21] And I know some of the foundation [4:22] members couldn't be here tonight, but I [4:24] do want to call out they have spent the [4:25] last year working tireously uh to get us [4:28] a rescue vehicle. And um we're almost [4:30] across the finish line. And I know [4:31] there's a number of people in this room [4:33] that have donated and helped support us [4:35] um as we get this vehicle that really [4:37] will be critical. So this last year has [4:39] been a heavy lift and I appreciate all [4:40] the extra work that went into making [4:42] this happen. We're almost there. Um, [4:47] and then I also want to recognize the [4:49] command staff who are here tonight and [4:50] are going to be helping me out. We've [4:52] got uh Deputy Chief Joe Adams. [4:59] I'll say the next three fast so you [5:00] don't have to clap for each of them. We [5:02] got commanders Jennifer, Travis [5:04] Steinberg, and Jeff Lopez. [5:10] And last but not least, we've got our AV [5:13] specialist, which is super cool to have. [5:15] Uh Tom Pitzell, also [5:20] Tom's kind of our jack of all trades. [5:22] You never know what we'll throw him [5:23] into. So with that, I'd like to call up [5:26] uh Mayor Dan Row to say a few words. [5:37] Thank you, Chief. And I do want to echo [5:38] the remarks about the the times that [5:40] we're in and the challenge that we face. [5:43] Uh as many of you may be aware, we had [5:45] uh a very emotional council meeting on [5:47] Monday night where we heard for 4 hours [5:50] from people in the community about the [5:53] impacts on their lives, on their [5:55] friends, on themselves, uh family [5:58] members, and just the community at large [6:00] in terms of what's going on with [6:02] immigration enforcement in this area [6:04] right now. Uh, and you couldn't help but [6:06] be moved by it. Uh, you know, you'd have [6:09] to have a heart of stone not to be moved [6:10] by hearing people's fear, uh, hearing [6:13] people's anger and people asking for [6:16] help and people wanting, uh, their lives [6:19] back to normal. And, uh, it's just kind [6:21] of a reminder, I think, a reminder to me [6:24] of a lot of times what officers [6:26] responding to a 911 call are hearing [6:29] from people that they're dealing with. [6:31] They're in a they're in a crisis. [6:33] They're afraid. They're angry. something [6:35] is happening that they don't want to [6:37] continue. And so I'm not going to [6:40] suggest that we sitting at the DES [6:42] hearing those stories know what it's [6:43] like to be a law enforcement officer. [6:45] That would be foolish to suggest. But I [6:47] think it's something that we all should [6:49] think about uh when we're thinking about [6:51] the work that our uh men and women in [6:53] law enforcement do. It's it's not just [6:55] about saying you did something wrong. We [6:58] need to do this. Those sorts of things. [7:00] It's about responding to people at [7:01] really their worst times. Uh and so uh [7:05] that's how we ground our thoughts about [7:07] uh what we're going to hear about this [7:08] evening about uh what people have [7:10] accomplished and done and went above and [7:13] beyond. Uh but I did want to ground the [7:15] the comments in that. And I I wanted to [7:17] also note one thing that really stood [7:18] out amongst all of the other things that [7:21] stood out during that testimony was uh [7:24] very frequently hearing uh very positive [7:26] comments about the Roseville Police [7:27] Department and the men and women who [7:29] serve uh about the professionalism about [7:32] the uh the rightminded policies that we [7:35] have and the training that we do uh and [7:38] the way we work with our community uh to [7:42] provide safety to the community. And so [7:44] that is something uh that we can be [7:46] proud of as a community, as a city [7:48] organization, and as certainly as a [7:50] police department and the leadership uh [7:52] and everybody in the department. And so [7:53] I I wanted to relay that message on [7:56] behalf of those residents who were [7:57] speaking uh in addition to everything [8:00] else they said. There was a lot of [8:01] positive feedback about the work that [8:04] this department does and uh we need to [8:06] acknowledge that and be and be grateful [8:08] for that and live up to those high [8:10] expectations going forward. Uh, as the [8:12] chief mentioned, certainly uh right now [8:14] and going forward, we're in some very, [8:16] uh, challenging and difficult times. Um, [8:19] but we will get through it. We all will. [8:22] Um, and, um, it's going to take a lot of [8:25] really digging into where we come from, [8:28] what are our values, uh, you know, what [8:30] is our training and and what, uh, what [8:34] does our professionalism tell us we [8:35] should be doing? Uh and so I just want [8:38] to say that we will be supportive of our [8:40] law enforcement uh folks as well as our [8:43] public safety folks in fire and EMS uh [8:46] in the city uh in whatever we're called [8:48] upon to be doing uh and I think if we [8:51] all stay true to those policies to that [8:54] training to the professionalism uh to [8:57] the chain of command uh and most [8:59] importantly to the values that we all [9:01] bring to these efforts uh we will get [9:04] through and our community will be [9:06] uh on the other side and hopefully uh as [9:09] I said on Monday night uh we get to that [9:11] point sooner than later. Uh so I just [9:14] wanted to uh begin with those remarks [9:16] and uh and thank everyone for the [9:18] support network that you provide as [9:20] families and friends of the folks that [9:22] serve us uh because that is it's always [9:26] important and it's going to be very [9:27] important uh coming up here. we don't [9:30] know what to expect and um I think that [9:33] the the thing we all have to understand [9:35] too is that nobody can solve all the [9:37] problems that we're facing. Um but once [9:41] again I think together if we if we if we [9:43] do a good job, we work hard, we trust [9:46] each other, we work with each other, uh [9:48] we can get through this and like I said, [9:50] I hope that we can get through it better [9:52] and and sooner than later. So, I look [9:54] forward to hearing about all of the uh [9:56] the accomplishments and and and [9:58] achievements over this last year and [10:00] hopefully that can put us in a mindset [10:02] to send us out the door on on a good [10:04] mission here uh going forward from this [10:06] evening. So, thank you all for being [10:07] here and I very much appreciate the [10:09] opportunity to provide uh the support on [10:11] behalf of the city council and the city [10:12] organization for all of the efforts that [10:15] are being recognized this evening. Thank [10:17] you. [10:20] Before [10:24] we get move on, I just want to um [10:27] specifically call out and thank our [10:28] council and the mayor. Um I often go to [10:31] meetings with other chiefs and I will [10:32] say we're very fortunate for the support [10:34] that we have here in that we have here [10:36] in Roseville. That is not always the [10:38] case uh for some cities. I wanted to [10:41] call out too that this last year the [10:43] city council has made significant [10:45] long-term investments in public safety [10:47] from an external uh study that we did [10:49] looking at our resources and operations [10:52] to making some pretty significant [10:53] staffing um investments for this that [10:56] are starting this year and most recently [10:59] uh just on Monday night approving a [11:01] 10-year contract for a modern records [11:03] management system which for the cops in [11:05] the room that means a lot. Um, and I [11:07] think it'll definitely improve not only [11:09] officer safety, but just the amount of [11:11] time that officers can spend doing the [11:13] work that they they signed up to do. So, [11:16] um, I just want to say really appreciate [11:18] that support. Um, later on tonight when [11:20] we're doing our swearing in, seven of [11:22] our last nine hires came from other [11:24] other departments and they came here [11:26] partly because of that support that we [11:28] have, the resources we have, the [11:30] training that we provide and that [11:32] wouldn't be possible without the support [11:34] of our city council and our city [11:35] manager. So, if you could join me in [11:38] just uh showing our appreciation for [11:39] that support that we've received. [11:47] Okay. Now, I promise this is the last [11:49] slide before we actually get into the [11:50] awards, which is what you all came for, [11:52] but I just want to recognize the awards [11:53] committee members. This is a lot of [11:55] work. Um going through body camera [11:57] videos, going through squad videos, [11:59] reading reports, trying to determine [12:01] what really rises above and beyond. We [12:04] do great work every single day. Um, our [12:07] officers are well trained. They do a [12:09] fantastic job and trying to determine [12:11] what actually cross crosses that [12:13] threshold to above and beyond. It's a [12:15] lot of work. So, I just want to uh [12:17] quickly recognize uh the award members [12:19] that spent a lot of hours over the last [12:21] year pulling this together. So, if [12:23] they're here, if you could just stand [12:24] up. I know it's gonna be hard because [12:26] there's a bunch of them just standing in [12:27] the background, but uh we've got Officer [12:29] Mitch Dickens, Officer Tom Gray, Officer [12:32] Joe Hakee, Detective Brady Martin, [12:35] Officer Mike Parkos, and Officer Aaron [12:38] Resky. So, thank you. [12:46] And also, um I want to thank uh [12:49] Jennifer, Commander Jennifer Ring. She [12:50] was the um the command staff that [12:53] oversaw the committee. um put in a lot [12:55] of work and also Kelly Roberto our [12:57] administrative coordinator and Tom [12:59] Pitzell when he wasn't doing AV he did a [13:01] lot of work behind the scenes making [13:03] this happen. So with that I promise that [13:06] was the last slide we're going to move [13:07] into the actual awards. [13:10] As we continue tonight I want to first [13:12] uh start with some of our uh civilian [13:14] awards. [13:17] Policing could not happen without [13:18] effective partnerships with the [13:20] community. We can't do this work alone [13:22] and we rely on community community [13:24] members every day to be our eyes and [13:27] ears and notice when something isn't [13:28] right and then to pick up the phone and [13:30] call for help. That those 911 calls are [13:34] often the difference between a situation [13:36] escalating or being resolved safely. [13:40] But our next two awards go well above [13:42] that. It wasn't just about calling 911. [13:45] It was jumping into action. And so [13:47] tonight, we're recognizing members of [13:49] our community who did far more than just [13:52] calling 911. They stepped forward. They [13:55] took action and they put their own [13:57] safety on the line to protect other [13:58] others. [14:00] These actions are not expected and [14:02] they're certainly not taken lightly. And [14:05] so it's my honor to now present our [14:07] civilian wards and recognize outstanding [14:09] members of our community. [14:12] I would now ask for Leon Payne Jr. to [14:15] come forward. [14:17] And I'm also going to ask Sergeant Ryan [14:19] Dubberry to come forward and present to [14:20] help present our first civilian award. [14:29] >> See, you should have sat in the front [14:30] and you would have had a quick little [14:31] walk. But [14:36] on March 5th, Walmart Lost Prevention [14:39] requested our police assistance with a [14:41] theft suspect. [14:43] Often just kind of a routine call. [14:45] Sergeant Dubberry responded and made [14:47] contact with the suspect. But when [14:50] Sergeant Duberry informed the suspect he [14:52] was under arrest, the suspect [14:53] immediately became extremely combative [14:55] and violent and immediately started [14:58] attacking uh Sergeant Duberry. [15:01] The suspect repeatedly punched Sergeant [15:03] Dubbury in the face in the head, kicked [15:05] him, and he ripped off his radios and [15:07] his um from his vest and his earpiece [15:09] from his ear. Critical piece of [15:11] equipment to call for help. As the [15:14] assault continued and Sergeant Dubberry [15:16] attempted to get control of the suspect, [15:18] he began to lose consciousness from the [15:20] repeated blows to his head. [15:24] While several bystanders stood nearby, [15:26] some even just standing there recording. [15:28] Sergeant Duberry was being assaulted, [15:32] there was one individual who stepped in. [15:34] Leon Payne Jr. stepped forward, quickly [15:37] asked Sergeant Duberry if he could help, [15:39] and upon hearing yes, immediately jumped [15:42] in. He bravely engaged the violent [15:44] suspect holding on to his wrist as the [15:46] suspect continued to resist and fight [15:48] back. [15:49] He was finally they were between the two [15:51] of them were successfully able to pin [15:52] the suspect to the ground until [15:54] additional officers could arrive and [15:56] take the suspect into custody. Suspect [15:58] was later charged and convicted of [16:00] felony assault against a police officer. [16:03] Leon Payne Jr.'s courageous and selfless [16:06] actions during this violent incident [16:07] likely prevented serious injury or even [16:10] something far worse to Sergeant [16:11] Duxberry. His willingness to step in [16:14] when an officer was in danger [16:16] exemplifies outstanding bravery and [16:18] shows a profound commitment to the [16:20] safety of others. It's for those reasons [16:22] we are presenting him with one of our [16:23] awards today. [16:51] Next, I would ask the staff of Clear [16:53] Choice Dentl, and I know there's a [16:54] number of them here, so I'm not going to [16:56] list off every name, but if you could [16:57] all come forward, [16:59] maybe right over here probably is the [17:01] best place. [17:06] And I also would ask Abdullah Sherion to [17:09] come forward to help me present this [17:10] next award. [17:26] In late September, officers were [17:28] dispatched to just a horrific and [17:30] unprovoked stabbing at our local gas [17:32] station. [17:34] The store manager Abdullah had been [17:37] speaking to an employee with without any [17:40] warning and for no apparent reason the [17:42] employee suddenly grabbed a knife and [17:44] began stabbing him. Victim was stabbed [17:47] multiple times including wounds that [17:48] were dangerously close to his corateed [17:50] artery. Resulted in significant blood [17:52] loss. [17:54] Despite his critical condition, [17:57] Abdullah was able to break free and run [17:59] across the the street to Clear Choice [18:01] Dental Implant Center in a desperate [18:03] attempt to get help attempt to get help. [18:06] The employees um immediately sprang into [18:09] action. Without hesitation, they called [18:11] 911, started retrieving medical supplies [18:14] within their clinic, and they prea [18:16] provided life-saving aid to control all [18:18] the bleeding. At the same time, they [18:20] worked to keep their customers safe and [18:22] maintain a calm and controlled [18:24] environment. When officers arrived, the [18:26] employees continued assisting with the [18:28] medical needs. [18:31] Thankfully, the suspect was apprehended [18:32] a short time later and told detectives [18:35] that he heard a voice telling him to [18:36] commit this unprovoked attack. [18:39] Doctors later reported to our staff that [18:41] without the employees immediate and [18:43] decisive actions, the victim probably [18:45] would not have survived. Their selfless [18:48] response under extraordinary um [18:50] circumstances really e exemplifies the [18:53] courage, compassion and dedication for [18:56] the safety and well-being of others. And [18:59] today we are run honored to recognize [19:01] them for their actions and truly uh that [19:04] truly made a difference in saving a life [19:06] and we're so glad glad that the victim [19:08] was here tonight um to also be present [19:10] for this award. So if you could join me [19:12] in in thanking them for their selfless [19:14] act. [19:28] Thank you. [19:34] >> And I'm now going to turn it over to [19:36] Deputy Chief Joe Adams for our next [19:38] awards. [19:48] Thanks, Chief. [19:51] Before we present the unit citations, I [19:52] want to take a moment to talk about what [19:54] a unit citation really represents. Some [19:57] of the most meaningful work we do in [19:59] policing is never the result of one [20:00] person acting alone. Unit citations [20:04] recognize teamwork. officers and [20:06] partners coming together, often under [20:08] difficult or dangerous conditions, to [20:10] accomplish something that truly matters. [20:14] These awards reflect trust, [20:17] coordination, and a shared commitment to [20:20] doing the job the right way. They also [20:23] remind us that strong outcomes are built [20:25] on strong partnerships. [20:28] Tonight's unit citations honor [20:30] exceptional police work and the power of [20:32] teamwork. [20:35] As we go through each one of these, uh, [20:37] we'll see the officers on there. So, [20:39] officers, if you're on the slide, just [20:40] please come up when it when it pops up [20:42] and we'll have you stand over here. [20:52] Anybody here on this one? [20:54] Anybody? Anybody? [21:04] In February 2025, officers responded to [21:07] a residence where a 19-year-old male was [21:09] threatening family members with a knife. [21:12] Upon arrival, officers made phone [21:14] contact with the parents and [21:15] successfully convinced them to exit the [21:17] home, ensuring their safety. Once the [21:20] parents were safely outside, the suspect [21:22] exited the residence armed with a large [21:24] knife and a garden hoe. Officers [21:27] immediately established control by [21:28] giving clear, consistent commands. The [21:31] suspect ultimately dropped both weapons. [21:34] Despite continued erratic behavior and [21:37] verbal threats, officers maintained [21:38] discipline, communication, and sound [21:40] tactics to safely manage a highly [21:43] volatile situation. [21:45] The suspect was taken into custody [21:47] without further incident and [21:48] subsequently charged with threats of [21:50] violence by the Ramsey County Attorney's [21:51] Office. Following the arrest, our [21:54] embedded social worker, Molly Slate, uh [21:57] conducted thorough followup with the [21:59] family and hospital staff. Since that [22:01] night, officers have not been called [22:03] back to that residence for any similar [22:05] incidents. This incident reflects the [22:08] officer's professionalism, teamwork, and [22:10] commitment to resolving a dangerous [22:12] situation safely for everyone involved. [22:15] Thanks, guys. [22:28] Have the next officer step up. [22:42] Perfect. Detective Jorgensson led a [22:45] complex investigation into a St. Paul [22:47] burglary involving multiple stolen [22:49] firearms. [22:51] His work ultimately uncovered a [22:53] Roseville resident who was actively [22:54] selling those stolen weapons to known [22:57] criminals. [22:59] In February, Detective Jorgensson [23:01] planned and executed a coordinated [23:03] operation that resulted in several [23:05] arrests and the recovery of more than [23:07] 100 firearms. [23:10] During the operation, Detective Anderson [23:12] and Officer Figuredo provided critical [23:14] drone support, tracking an armed suspect [23:16] over several miles and assisting in the [23:19] coordination of a safe arrest. [23:21] Their efforts directly led to the [23:23] recovery of an additional 33 firearms [23:27] from each of the suspect's vehicles. The [23:29] investigation was linked to a large [23:31] multi-jurisdictional case which was [23:33] actually charged federally. [23:36] Through the careful planning, [23:37] coordination, and teamwork, these [23:39] officers safely apprehended dangerous [23:40] individuals and removed a significant [23:42] number of stolen firearms from [23:44] circulation. Their actions reflects [23:47] exceptional investigative work, [23:49] professionalism, and a shared commitment [23:51] to our public safety. Thanks, guys. [24:19] speaker group. [24:21] All right. Officers were dispatched to [24:22] Central Park here in Roseville on a [24:24] report of a victim who had been [24:25] pistolhipped and shot at. After using [24:29] language line, officers determined the [24:30] assault had actually occurred at a [24:32] nearby residence. Officers immediately [24:34] responded, established containment, and [24:36] located spent shell casings in the [24:39] roadway. The suspect was believed to be [24:41] inside an unknown unit within a densely [24:43] arranged residential area. Requiring [24:46] careful planning and coordination, [24:48] officers initiated surveillance in an [24:50] unmarked squads and soon observed the [24:52] suspect leaving the residence and [24:54] entering another vehicle. A high-risisk [24:56] traffic stop was conducted and the [24:58] suspect was taken into custody without [25:00] incident. Officers secured and managed [25:03] three separate scenes while dealing with [25:05] several uncooperative, intoxicated [25:07] individuals attempting to interfere. [25:10] Investigators responded. Search warrants [25:12] were drafted and executed and the case [25:14] was brought to a successful conclusion. [25:16] The suspect was charged with felony [25:19] threats of violence. [25:21] This incident highlights strong [25:23] teamwork, sound decision-making, and [25:25] disciplined tactics that led to the [25:27] arrest of an violent offender. Thanks, [25:30] guys. [26:05] Okay. In May, officers were dispatched [26:08] to a domestic assault involving parties [26:10] with a history of prior incidents. The [26:13] male suspect had broken into the [26:14] victim's apartment and assaulted her. [26:17] Upon arrival, officers began searching [26:19] the area using a canine track and drone [26:21] deployment while establishing a [26:23] perimeter around the residence. Officers [26:26] determined the suspect had fled the [26:27] scene and located the suspect's vehicle [26:29] near his residence. Officers maintained [26:32] a perimeter while a search warrant was [26:33] obtained. The officers on scene [26:36] developed an entry plan and gained [26:38] access to the residence. Once inside, [26:40] officers located the suspect and he was [26:42] taken into custody. [26:44] The suspect was charged with burglary in [26:46] the first degree. The successful [26:48] resolution of this dangerous situation [26:51] reflects the officer's outstanding [26:52] teamwork, planning, and professionalism. [27:28] In June, officers respond to a house [27:31] fire where two occupants were trapped in [27:33] the basement, unable to escape due to [27:35] flames blocking the stairs. Arriving to [27:38] heavy smoke and fire, officers [27:39] immediately entered the home using [27:41] extinguishers to knock down flames and [27:43] verbally guiding the occupants to a [27:45] basement egress window where they were [27:47] safely rescued by officers who were [27:48] waiting outside. Fire crews later [27:51] determined the fire was intentionally [27:53] set with multiple ignition points and [27:55] the gas stove was left on, creating an [27:58] extremely hazardous situation. With the [28:00] assistance from the Ramsey County [28:01] Sheriff's Office, officers conducted a [28:04] coordinated search using a perimeter and [28:05] drone. Later that night, the suspect was [28:08] located and safely arrested. The suspect [28:11] was charged with two counts of [28:12] secondderee attempted murder and [28:14] first-degree arson. This incident [28:16] highlights the officer's courage, quick [28:19] thinking, and teamwork, which not only [28:21] saved two lives, but also led to the [28:23] apprehension of a dangerous suspect the [28:25] same night. [28:51] You should have stay up here. [28:58] >> In June, a law enforcement officer from [29:00] another agency was returning to his [29:02] residence in Roseville in an unmarked [29:04] vehicle when he noticed he was being [29:06] followed. The officer relayed [29:08] information to responding units after [29:10] observing behavior that led him to [29:12] believe the occupants of the SUV were [29:14] getting ready to carjack him. The [29:16] officer began following the vehicle and [29:18] determined it was stolen. The suspect [29:20] fled from the officer. Roseville police [29:23] officers responded to the area and [29:25] successfully deployed stopsticks in an [29:27] effort to stop the vehicle. After the [29:30] vehicle came to a stop, all five [29:32] occupants fled in different directions. [29:34] Due to the swift and coordinated actions [29:36] of law enforcement, all five suspects [29:38] were apprehended and two firearms were [29:40] recovered. [30:13] Late in the evening of July 14th, [30:16] officers were dispatched to a group home [30:18] where a resident had threatened staff [30:19] with a firearm. Upon arrival, officers [30:22] quickly coordinated with staff to [30:24] evacuate others while preparing an [30:26] emergency entry team. [30:28] Once inside, the suspect was found [30:29] sleeping on a couch in the common area. [30:32] The suspect had a loaded handgun with an [30:34] auto seere and drum magazine in his [30:36] possession. [30:38] Despite the suspects the suspect [30:40] becoming combative and resisting arrest, [30:42] officers quickly secured the suspect in [30:44] custody. Remarkably, there were no [30:47] injuries to staff, other residents, the [30:49] suspect, or officers. [30:52] This dynamic situation required rapid [30:54] decision-m, careful coordination, and [30:57] exceptional teamwork by each officer. [30:59] The suspect was later charged with three [31:01] separate felony accounts. [31:14] >> Some of you might want to stay. [31:28] Officers working with the Minnesota [31:30] State Patrol responded to a drive-by [31:31] shooting in the area of Highway 36 in [31:33] Lexington Avenue involving a family with [31:36] two young children in the vehicle. [31:38] Although no one was struck by gunfire, [31:40] multiple shell casings were recovered at [31:41] the scene. Dash camera footage helped [31:44] officers identify a suspect vehicle. A [31:47] short time later, the suspect vehicle [31:48] was located in Falcon Heights. Officers [31:51] conducted extensive surveillance and [31:53] developed a unique plan to safely entice [31:56] the suspect outside. [31:58] Using their investigative creativity and [32:00] coordinated teamwork, officers safely [32:02] took the suspect into custody while [32:04] removing other occupants from inside the [32:06] residence. [32:08] After a search warrant for the residence [32:09] was authored and executed, a firearm [32:12] matching the caliber used in the [32:13] shooting was located inside. [32:16] DNA samples later linked the suspect to [32:18] the firearm. Due to the severity of the [32:20] crime, the suspect was charged with [32:21] multiple felonies and federal [32:23] authorities were notified. This award [32:25] recognizes the officer's discipline, [32:27] teamwork, and innovative creativity, [32:29] which led to the safe apprehension of a [32:31] of a violent criminal and the recovery [32:34] of the weapon used. I will say uh [32:36] without giving away too many other [32:37] secrets, but um in this incident, they [32:41] may or may not have called inside the [32:44] residence and pretended to be a tow [32:45] truck driver attempting to move a [32:47] vehicle to coax the person outside. Um [32:50] and I won't give away all their secrets, [32:51] but when I when I heard about it the [32:53] next day, and I think our command staff, [32:55] we just were like, "Oh my gosh." Um, and [32:58] not only that, I think there was a [32:59] little little more to it that that [33:00] popped off when that happened and they [33:02] were able to get the suspect to come out [33:03] because uh the tow truck driver had [33:06] originally said that they were going to [33:08] work with you guys, but then had to [33:09] leave to go pick up a different car. So, [33:10] when the suspect came outside the first [33:12] time, he was nowhere to be found. So, [33:14] they actually had to coax him out twice. [33:15] But, um, excellent work. So, [33:50] In the early morning hours, of July [33:52] 24th, officers responded to a [33:54] residential address on a report of shots [33:56] fired and multiple people running across [33:58] the parking lot. Upon arrival, officers [34:01] observed a vehicle fleeing the area at a [34:02] high rate of speed. One officer [34:04] confronted a male on foot who initially [34:07] complied with the commands before [34:08] fleeing on foot towards the residents. [34:11] With a chaotic scene still unfolding, [34:13] officers discovered that a bullet had [34:15] entered a neighboring unit. Officers [34:17] worked to evacuate the residents from [34:19] potential harm. In doing so, Roosevelt [34:21] officers placed themselves in immediate [34:23] danger to ensure the safety of others. [34:26] With limited resources, officers [34:28] established a perimeter around the [34:29] residence. The East Metro SWAT team was [34:32] activated and responded to the [34:34] residence. After several hours of [34:36] attempted negotiations, a suspect was [34:38] taken into custody inside the residence. [34:41] Despite limited personnel in the [34:43] high-risisk environment, Roseville [34:46] officers dedication to the safety of our [34:48] citizens and others ensured this the [34:49] situation was resol resolved peacefully. [34:52] Their efforts exemplify the [34:54] professionalism we have come to [34:55] appreciate. Thank you. [35:05] And I'll turn it over to Commander [35:06] Lopez. Keeping in mind of these last [35:08] three awards, um those all occurred [35:11] within two to three weeks of each other. [35:13] So it just shows you how dynamic our job [35:15] is and how uh the extraordinary these [35:17] officers are daily. [35:23] >> Good evening everybody. [35:37] Roseville officers were dispatched to a [35:39] residence for a protection order [35:40] violation. Upon arrival, they learned [35:43] the suspect was inside the apartment and [35:45] armed with a knife, exhibiting erratic [35:47] behavior and threatening officers. The [35:50] suspect ran onto the balcony of the [35:52] third floor unit and began moving toward [35:54] an adjoining apartment, creating a [35:57] significant risk to both himself and [35:59] residents. Officers quickly evacuated [36:02] nearby occupants, coordinated with the [36:04] negotiator, and carefully developed a [36:06] tactical plan to safely take the suspect [36:09] into custody. Using precise [36:11] coordination, communication, and [36:14] specialized tactics, officers [36:16] successfully deployed a taser and [36:18] secured the suspect without injury. He [36:21] was assessed by medics and transported [36:22] for a mental health evaluation. [36:25] Eventually, the suspect was arrested, [36:27] booked, and convicted for domestic [36:29] assault. This incident highlights the [36:31] officer's patience, teamwork, and [36:33] professionalism in resolving a highly [36:36] dangerous and unpredictable situation [36:39] while protecting both the public and the [36:41] suspect. [36:43] Thanks a lot, guys. [37:02] Denny, I feel like you can just take my [37:03] seat and just stay up here. [37:10] Again, Roseville officers responded to a [37:12] robbery at gunpoint at a speedway where [37:14] the suspect initially fled on foot and [37:17] later entered a vehicle. Shortly [37:19] afterward, a second armed robbery [37:21] occurred at a nearby BP station in [37:23] Little Canada. Ramsey County then aired [37:26] they were aware of a third robbery [37:28] occurring at a BP station in Roseville [37:30] and an officer on Proactive Patrol [37:32] quickly responded [37:34] quickly helping to identify and track [37:36] the suspect vehicle. A coordinated [37:39] multi- agency response, including K9 [37:41] teams and perimeter containment, led to [37:44] the apprehension of one suspect at the [37:46] scene. Subsequent investigation and [37:48] followup resulted in the identification [37:51] and arrest of the remaining two [37:52] suspects. All three suspects were [37:55] charged with first-degree robbery and [37:57] indicted federally under the Hobbs Act. [38:00] This award recognizes the officer's [38:02] exceptional teamwork, rapid response and [38:04] professionalism in managing fastm moving [38:07] dangerous situation ultimately ensuring [38:10] the safety of the community. It should [38:11] be noted that this one was rather [38:14] interesting and that it crossed several [38:15] different city lines into neighborhoods [38:18] that the officers were completely [38:19] unfamiliar with and had to partner with [38:21] multiple agencies. So, great work, guys. [38:23] Thank you. [38:44] Bridget, you've had a busy night. Jeez. [38:51] In November of 2025, Roseville officers [38:54] responded to a report of gunfire at an [38:56] apartment complex. A bullet had traveled [38:58] through a neighboring unit and into a [39:00] bathroom, narrowly missing a resident [39:02] who was just asleep just a feet a just [39:05] feet away. Officers quickly evacuated [39:08] the victims, secured the scene, and [39:09] established containment around the [39:11] source unit. Despite limited staffing, [39:13] they coordinated mutual aid, evacuated [39:16] nearby residents, and safely took [39:18] multiple occupants into custody. After [39:20] continued communication, the armed [39:22] suspect ultimately exited and was [39:24] arrested without incident. A subsequent [39:27] search uncovered an AK-47 rifle, a Glock [39:30] handgun equipped with an auto seere, and [39:33] evidence confirming the firearm was [39:34] used. Through calm decisionmaking and [39:38] coordinated tactics, a thorough and [39:40] thorough investigative work, officers [39:42] resolved a dangerous situation without [39:44] injury and ensured the suspect was [39:47] successfully charged with multiple [39:48] felony offenses. [40:01] Tonight, we've got an award of merit for [40:03] outstanding performance of duty under [40:05] unusual and difficult conditions. This [40:08] award typically recognizes actions such [40:10] as exceptional initiative, sound [40:12] judgment under pressure, sustained [40:14] diligence, and coordinated teamwork [40:17] during complex or high-risk operations. [40:20] It's often it may be granted for conduct [40:24] that though not necessarily involving [40:26] life-saving heroism demonstrate [40:28] demonstrates professionalism, [40:30] dedication, and effectiveness beyond [40:32] what is routinely required of the [40:34] position. Should also be noted that [40:36] these officers dropped everything that [40:39] they were doing, took the call, and uh [40:42] answered a a rather serious uh incident. [40:45] If I could get the following officers to [40:48] come up to receive the award of merit [40:50] tonight. [41:11] Welcome, gentlemen. [41:14] Following the tragic murders of Melissa [41:16] and Mark Hortman, Detective Jorgensson, [41:18] in coordination with the BCA Violent [41:20] Crime Reduction Unit, was tasked with [41:23] leading the investigation. Operators [41:25] Veril Swanson and Sergeant Duxberry of [41:28] the Ramsey County SWAT team were [41:30] activated to pursue leads and remain on [41:32] standby for tactical deployment. When [41:35] intelligence indicated the suspect, [41:37] Vance Bolter, had returned to the Green [41:39] Isle area, Detective Jorgensson assumed [41:41] command of a statewide manhunt, the [41:44] largest in Minnesota history. Directing [41:46] methodical searches of rural and urban [41:48] areas under hazardous conditions, [41:50] operators Veril, Ducksberry, and [41:53] supporting agencies conducted exhaustive [41:55] searches, obtained critical [41:57] surveillance, confirming Bolter's [41:59] location, and established perimeters, [42:01] adapting in real time to his movements. [42:04] Their efforts directly led to locating [42:06] Bolter, who was safely taken into [42:08] custody through a coordinated multi- [42:10] agency operation. This award recognizes [42:14] Detective Jorgensson's leadership and [42:15] the courage, professionalism, and [42:18] perseverance of operators Veril Swanson [42:20] and Sergeant Duberry, whose teamwork and [42:23] skill ensure the successful resolution [42:25] of a high-risk, dynamic, and prolonged [42:28] operation. Great job, gentlemen. [43:07] Okay. See people, the officers should [43:09] have sat in the front. you wouldn't have [43:10] had to get so many steps in tonight. [43:12] There was a few of you that probably [43:14] have met your daily goal. So, we're next [43:16] going to move to the uh swearing in [43:18] ceremony. And so, um I'm going to ask [43:21] the um this is the swearing in of all of [43:23] our newest officers who have completed [43:25] uh field training and are now on solo [43:28] patrol. Before we get started, I just [43:30] want to say that a lot across the [43:31] country, law enforcement agencies are [43:34] really struggling with um recruitment [43:36] and retention. Um, and some departments [43:39] have have been forced to lower their [43:41] standards. I'm proud standing here to [43:43] say that that is not the case in [43:45] Roseville. We continue to have an [43:47] extremely high bar and we have been um [43:50] very successful in recruiting some [43:52] really great uh lateral candidates as [43:54] well as some uh brand new hires or new [43:57] officers to the profession. [43:59] The nine officers that we're going to [44:00] swear in tonight chose a profession [44:02] that's demanding, challenging, and as [44:05] you've just heard, unpredictable. [44:08] It requires courage, resilience, and [44:10] sound judgment, and really just a [44:12] genuine commitment to serving others. By [44:15] stepping into this role, these officers [44:18] um have taken on the responsibility of [44:20] being guardians of our community. [44:22] This year, we're proud to be swearing in [44:24] our nine new officers. As you'll hear, [44:27] some bring extensive experience from [44:28] other agencies and some are just brand [44:31] new to the profession. But what they [44:33] have in common is they all stand for [44:35] incredible character, values, and [44:37] integrity. And each one of them has [44:39] worked extremely hard to earn their [44:41] place here in the Roseville Police [44:42] Department family. [44:45] Completing field training and moving to [44:46] solo patrol. It's a significant [44:48] milestone. It takes a lot of work to get [44:50] here. [44:52] And before I get to the swearing in, I [44:55] want to take a moment to recognize the [44:56] incredible training staff that we have [44:58] here that really remains committed to [45:01] ensuring that we take these highquality [45:03] candidates coming in and we we train [45:05] them to the highest of standards. So, [45:07] thank you for all of our field training [45:09] officers and all of the uh staff that [45:11] helps make that training program what it [45:12] is. With that, I'm going to ask the [45:15] following officers to all come forward [45:16] while we do the uh swearing in. [45:33] So if you guys want to maybe over here [45:34] there's a little bit more room. So I'm [45:35] going have you guys they follow [45:37] directions very well too. [45:43] You don't have to stand that far away. [45:45] Now it looks like it's a me and [45:49] you're going to have to come a little. [45:50] There we go. There we go. Wall shift. [45:51] There we go. Okay. Well, not that maybe [45:52] not that close. [45:58] Usually we give like a little cheat [46:00] sheet in case they forget what's coming [46:02] next. But I'm just going to talk really [46:03] slow and I'm counting on that some of [46:05] you have gone through this oath a few [46:07] times so you'll be able to help others [46:08] if they get lost. [46:11] When I say state your name, that don't [46:13] say state your name. That's your actual [46:14] name. And that's my only tip I'm going [46:15] to give. If you can raise your right [46:18] hands and repeat after me. I [46:21] >> I [46:21] >> I [46:22] >> do solemnly swear [46:23] >> domly swear [46:25] >> that I will support the Constitution of [46:27] the United States [46:28] >> that I will support the Constitution of [46:30] the United States [46:31] >> and the Constitution of the State of [46:33] Minnesota [46:34] >> and the Constitution of the State of [46:35] Minnesota. and that I will faithfully [46:38] discharge [46:39] >> And that I will faithfully discharge [46:41] >> the duties of police officer [46:42] >> the duties of police officer [46:44] >> in the city of Roseville [46:45] >> in the city of Roseville [46:47] >> and the state of Minnesota [46:48] >> in the state of Minnesota [46:49] >> to the best of my judgment and ability. [46:51] >> to the best of my judgment and ability [46:55] >> please. [47:04] So Emily's gonna be the first one. So, [47:05] if everybody but Emily wants to, you [47:07] could go sit down in the front seat. You [47:09] can come over here. Just don't go all [47:10] the way to the back because you're [47:11] eventually going to have to come right [47:12] back up. So, [47:20] >> you want to come over on the side? [47:21] That's fine. [47:24] So, we're going to go through um each [47:26] officer getting their badge pinned on. [47:28] Um and um I'll announce who's coming up [47:31] for the family that's coming up. If you [47:33] have kids with you or other family [47:34] members, feel free to to come along. It [47:37] doesn't just have to be the first [47:38] person. I think you have your dad coming [47:40] up. I didn't want your mom to feel left [47:41] out. So, or start any kind of family uh [47:45] brawls later. So, anybody is welcome. [47:46] Kids are welcome. Um and we will be [47:49] taking photos, but you're welcome for [47:50] the family. If you want to come up and [47:52] take photos, um you certainly can off to [47:54] the side or we'll get you copies later. [47:55] So, [47:58] start with Emily. Emily Krosnoski was [48:00] raised in Prior Lake. She was a youngest [48:02] child with one older sister. As a [48:05] youngest sister, she said it was her job [48:07] to keep their family on their toes. [48:09] Whether it was pushing kids off [48:10] snowbanks during recess because they [48:11] were trespassing on her turf [48:14] or supergluing the inside of the school [48:16] desk, she had an early sense of law and [48:18] order. She later attended the University [48:20] of M Minnesota and she graduated in two [48:23] and a half years, which is extremely [48:25] impressive. She got her a degree in [48:28] sociology of law, crime, and justice. [48:31] and a minor and a minor in psychology. [48:34] During school, she had been introduced [48:36] into law enforcement through her [48:37] internship with Roseville Police [48:39] Department's CAT team, and that's where [48:41] she found her passion for policing. She [48:44] further her career with Roseville as a [48:46] community service officer and now has [48:47] been an officer for just over a year. We [48:50] kind of feel like we raised her. We just [48:52] kind of brought her up. So, um, this is [48:54] great to see it coming full circle. [48:56] Emily hopes to one day one day join the [48:59] CAT team as an officer and to come full [49:01] circle where she started. From chasing [49:03] the crazy resident Roseville turkeys out [49:06] of the street to serving the community [49:08] with her partners, she's really truly [49:10] grown to love her time with Roseville [49:12] and is excited for her future with the [49:13] department. And I would now welcome her [49:16] father, uh, Robert, to come up. And yes, [49:19] we do get calls about turkeys. Sometimes [49:21] I get emails about them. So that is a [49:23] valid thing that we deal with. [49:33] I know. [49:35] >> The good thing is I think most of the [49:36] officers have their vest on so you don't [49:38] have to worry about impaling. Um, [49:51] >> THANK YOU. [50:04] NEXT, I'd welcome Mitch Cooney. Oh, he [50:06] stayed in the front. Awesome. [50:13] So Mitch, or I guess as his crew calls [50:16] him, Cooney, was born and raised in [50:19] Roseville, where he grew up in a lively [50:21] family with dedicated parents in an [50:23] entire neighborhood behind him. After [50:25] turning 18, he moved around, but [50:27] eventually he found his way back to his [50:29] hometown in 2020, now with his wife, [50:32] Maya, and their fierce six-year-old [50:34] daughter, Mercy. [50:36] Cooney's path into policing started over [50:38] a decade ago at the Department of [50:40] Corrections, and that background laid a [50:42] strong foundation for his role at the [50:44] Roseville Police Department, and it left [50:46] him with plenty of interesting stories [50:48] from his time working there. Now, as a [50:51] police officer, he is known for his [50:53] commitment to the job. Sometimes a [50:55] little too committed since he's often [50:57] the last one to leave, always afraid [50:59] that he might miss out on a call. [51:02] Off duty, you'll find Cooney supporting [51:04] Maya and Mercy as they travel the region [51:06] for cowboymounted shooting events. I had [51:10] never heard about this until his [51:12] interview, and I learned a lot that day. [51:14] He's the truck driver, the [51:16] behind-the-scenes helper, and [51:17] occasionally the dad who gets on the [51:19] horse to show that he still got it. [51:22] Around the department, it's a bit of a [51:23] mystery that his nurse life mug seems to [51:26] have a life of its own, constantly [51:27] turning up in new places. I have no idea [51:30] what that means, so you'll have to ask [51:32] him later. I'm hoping it's appropriate. [51:36] Okay. And when he finally makes it home [51:38] after a long day, he's greeted by his [51:40] daughter, Mercy, who's quick to say that [51:42] if any bad if who's quick to ask if any [51:45] bad guys didn't listen to Daddy today. [51:47] And it's those moments that remind him [51:49] of why he does what he does, both as an [51:52] officer and a proud dad. And I've seen [51:54] it. He is a very proud father. So, his [51:56] family should be very, very proud. And [51:58] I'm now going to call his wife Maya to [52:01] come up [52:04] and maybe his and his daughter as well. [52:06] Awesome. [52:41] I thought it was leading to like a [52:42] proposal or something. It was so [52:44] exciting. [52:47] Okay, next I invite Amanda Wheathorn to [52:49] come forward. [52:53] Amanda was born in St. Paul and raised [52:55] in Hastings as an only child. She spent [52:57] her youth playing many sports including [53:00] figure skating, swimming, basketball, [53:02] volley, and volleyball and softball. I [53:05] had to check on that. That's a lot of [53:07] that's a wide spectrum of sports. Very [53:08] impressive. Eventually, she decided she [53:11] wanted to focus on basketball, [53:12] volleyball, and softball. So those were [53:14] the three primary sports she played. [53:17] Volleyball and softball took up most of [53:19] her time with softball being a [53:20] year-round endeavor. She initially went [53:23] to school for premed but quickly changed [53:25] course to focus on a career in law [53:27] enforcement. She enlisted in the [53:29] Minnesota Army National Guard in 2016 [53:32] where she served eight years as an [53:34] intelligence analyst and ended her time [53:36] with a rank of sergeant. [53:39] She initially began her her law [53:40] enforcement career with Maplewood as a [53:42] police reserve in 2017 and then being [53:45] hired as a patrol officer the next year. [53:48] She served Maplewood for over six and a [53:50] half years taking um being involved in [53:53] their field training program, use of [53:54] force instruction and firearms [53:56] instruction. And she also was involved [53:58] in their predatory offender compliance [54:00] and a union steward. Today, Amanda [54:03] splits her time between Blaine and [54:04] Taylor Falls and enjoys enjoys time with [54:07] her boyfriend, Ryan, and his two [54:08] children. Her and Ryan have two new [54:11] kittens, Cheeto and Muffin. And she also [54:13] spends time reading, coaching softball, [54:16] and trying to restore order into a home [54:18] with three energetic doodles, Zoe, Luna, [54:22] and Posie. Posy [54:24] >> Posie. [54:24] >> Posie, and the cats al together kind of. [54:27] Okay. [54:30] >> Got it. Yes. Okay. Uh, and today, uh, [54:34] her father, uh, Tom is going to be [54:36] coming up to pin on her badge. So, [54:38] please help welcome, um, Amanda. [54:49] Here you go. [55:15] Thank you. Glad to have you. [55:24] Next, I'd ask Ian Craig to come forward. [55:26] Oh, there you are. Right in the front. [55:28] See, isn't it so much easier than making [55:30] that long walk? [55:34] Ian Craig was born and raised in [55:35] Minneapolis and has one younger sister. [55:38] He attended the University of Minnesota [55:40] where he completed a bachelor of arts in [55:42] sociology of law, crime, and deviance. [55:44] During college, he also had an [55:46] opportunity to study abroad in Rome, [55:48] Italy. Not a bad place to go. Uh Ian [55:51] started his criminal justice career in [55:53] 2007 as a detention deputy with Henipin [55:56] County where he worked for over six [55:58] years. In 2013, he became a police [56:01] officer with the New Brighton Police [56:02] Department, also serving as a [56:05] firefighter. During his 12 years with [56:07] New Brighton, he served in a number of [56:09] specialty positions, including field [56:10] training officer, union stewart, and a [56:13] le liaison officer to their reserve [56:15] program. [56:17] Ian and his wife Cass are currently [56:18] residing in New Brighton with their two [56:20] children, Abigail and Harrison. And the [56:23] family hopes to visit in visit the [56:25] Philippines in the next couple of years, [56:27] but for now they're sticking a bit [56:29] closer, enjoying vacations as far east [56:31] as New York and all the way west to San [56:33] Francisco. [56:35] Officer Craig is excited for the new [56:37] challenges and opportunities that [56:38] Roseville PD offers. And we're really [56:40] excited to um have him part of our team [56:43] and part of our family. and his wife [56:44] will be coming up to pin on his badge. [56:51] And his children [57:47] Sometimes after you've been sitting for [57:49] a long time, you just have to get that [57:50] energy out, right? [57:54] Next, we have Officer Mark Verl. and he [57:56] joins the police department after seven [57:58] years of prior law enforcement service [58:00] with the White Bear Lake Police [58:01] Department. Prior to being hired as a [58:04] police officer, he also served White [58:05] Bear as a community service officer in [58:07] reserve. During his time with Whitebear [58:09] Lake, he was involved in a number of [58:11] specialty positions, including firearms [58:13] instructor and a SWAT member. He grew up [58:16] in Oakdale as a middle of three boys, a [58:18] role often described as a forgotten [58:20] child. [58:22] In his case though, he ensured he was [58:24] never overlooked by constantly finding [58:26] ways to keep his family on his tone toes [58:28] and by his own admission frequently [58:30] drove his mother a little crazy. [58:33] He proudly served in the Minnesota Army [58:35] National Guard as an infantryman from [58:37] 2010 to 2018 and that experience has [58:40] helped guide his law enforcement career. [58:43] In addition to his patrol duties, he [58:44] currently serves a me as a member of the [58:46] Ramsey County SWAT team where he's [58:47] assigned as a sniper. [58:50] He says he's happy to be part of the [58:52] Roseville Police Department and looks [58:53] forward to serving the community, [58:54] embracing the opportunities the future [58:56] holds. And his wife Lindsay will be [58:58] coming up to pin on his badge. [59:42] And uh next up we've got Officer Joe [59:44] Hake. [59:46] And if he looks familiar, he should. [59:52] I'll get to that. Joe Hakeim was born [59:55] and raised in Woodbury. And growing up, [59:57] he had an older sister and six stepbros [59:59] and sisters. He attended Woodbury High [60:01] School where he played football and then [60:03] later went to play college football at [60:05] the University of Wisconsin Stout where [60:07] he obtained his degree in criminal [60:09] justice. [60:11] Joe initially joined the department in [60:12] 2020. He was involved in a number of [60:15] specialty positions within the [60:16] department, including serving on SWAT [60:18] and a member of our community action [60:20] team. [60:22] In 2024, he decided to take a brief [60:24] detour on his career path. I like to say [60:26] that he decided to study abroad um in [60:29] the private sector. So, um he uh left [60:32] the department and I remember in my last [60:34] meeting with him before he left, I said, [60:37] "If things don't work out or you decide [60:38] you miss it and you want to come home, [60:40] just give me a call." and I can tell you [60:42] we were pretty excited when he called. [60:46] He now works uh back with the Roseville [60:48] Police Department and he's got his [60:50] sights on getting back on the Ramsey [60:52] County SWAT team and keeping his night a [60:54] team great. He enjoys bow hunting, [60:57] hanging out with his family and friends [60:59] and watching cop shows. Joe and his wife [61:02] Jenna recently welcomed a new baby boy [61:04] named Maverick in July of 2025th and I'm [61:07] excited to welcome home. [61:10] And Joe's wife, Jenna, is going to be [61:11] coming up to pin on his badge. [61:25] >> Okay, this is going to be You got to [61:26] plan. They've got a plan. [61:42] Thanks. Welcome back. [61:58] Next up, we've got um Officer Tim Null. [62:01] Tim is from Forest Lake and comes from a [62:03] family of eight kids. Really? Eight? [62:07] He graduated from Forest Lake High [62:08] School in 1998 and went on to serve five [62:11] years in the Army. When he returned home [62:14] in 2003, he attended Century College [62:16] where he earned an associate degree in [62:18] law enforcement. [62:20] In 2006, he was hired by Lo Lakes as a [62:22] patrol officer where he spent nearly [62:24] seven years before transferring over to [62:26] Columbia Heights. He held several [62:28] positions in the Columbia Heights Police [62:30] Department, including being a sergeant [62:32] for the last six years. During this [62:34] time, he returned to school and earned a [62:36] bachelor's degree and then a master's in [62:38] criminal justice leadership. [62:40] He enjoys hunting, shooting sports, [62:42] working out, and spending time with his [62:44] family. He has a wife, a nine-year-old [62:47] son, and two stepchildren that are 19 [62:49] and 16 years old, and they have two dogs [62:51] and a cat. [62:53] He says his most embarrassing moment as [62:55] a young police officer was occurred when [62:57] he was in a foot chase with a suspect [62:58] and tried to uh deploy a taser. [63:01] Unfortunately, the taser malfunctioned [63:03] and didn't deploy for several seconds [63:05] and after he had pulled the trigger. And [63:07] during those couple of seconds, another [63:09] officer grabbed the suspect just as a [63:10] taser deployed, resulting in his partner [63:13] getting tased. [63:16] That is a hard report to write. A really [63:18] hard report to write. [63:21] But no one was injured, just Tim's [63:23] pride. [63:25] So unfortunately Tim's family was unable [63:27] to be here tonight. So somehow Officer [63:29] Pavlac convinced him that he gets to do [63:32] the pinning of the badge. So I'll now [63:33] invite officer Pavlac to come forward. [63:37] >> Where is he? [63:40] >> We can do an I'll do [63:43] >> There we go. We're improvising. [63:48] Sergeant Tran will be doing the pitting [63:50] of the badge tonight. [63:54] >> My wife's done it like four times. [64:11] >> Don't say [64:25] Next up, we've got Officer John Ziggler. [64:27] Uh he was born in Asheville, North [64:29] Carolina, and started his law [64:31] enforcement career in his home city [64:32] after graduating from High Point [64:34] University. [64:36] During his career, he served a number of [64:38] different uh specialty positions from [64:39] field training officer, narcotic [64:41] detective, K-9 handler, a patrol and [64:44] investigation sergeant, a hazmat [64:46] technician, and a training coordinator. [64:49] In 2013, during a kickball game, he met [64:51] a black lab named Remington. And it was [64:55] that sweet dog that just so happened to [64:56] be owned by John's future wife, Andrea. [64:59] John and Andrea now have two daughters, [65:02] Charlie, five, and Porter 3, and they [65:05] moved to Roseville in 2025 to be closer [65:08] to family. In his spare time, he enjoys [65:10] spending time with his family, cooking, [65:12] and working around the house. And he's [65:14] excited to begin this chapter working [65:16] with the Roseville Police Department. [65:18] And John's daughter, Charlie, will be [65:20] pinning on his badge, and I imagine his [65:22] other family members will be coming up, [65:23] too. [66:00] And last but not least for our new [66:02] officers, Timothy Van Grenman. [66:08] Tim was born and raised in Appleton, [66:10] Wisconsin. [66:12] I'm gonna say this because he wrote it. [66:13] Yes. Go Pack Go. [66:19] As a middle child with two brothers, [66:23] I almost put that out, but I'm like, [66:24] "No, I'm going to keep it in." Uh, [66:26] growing up with an older brother who had [66:27] a few run-ins with law enforcement, it [66:29] paved the way for Tim as he learned how [66:31] to avoid police contacts. [66:34] He spent his childhood playing baseball, [66:36] basketball, being part of a racing pit [66:38] crew, and had a love for yard work. [66:41] Although Tim loved spending time with [66:43] family, he left in 2010 to attend the [66:45] University of North Dakota, where he [66:47] graduated with a bachelor's in criminal [66:49] justice studies. While in Grand Forks, [66:52] he started his law enforcement career at [66:54] UND, where he enjoyed his times with his [66:56] partner, K9 Bear, and was eventually [66:59] promoted to sergeant. In 20 2022, he [67:02] relocated to Minnesota and began working [67:05] with the Forest Lake Police Department [67:07] where he received several awards and [67:09] served in several specialty positions. [67:11] Tim met his wife Amy through sports and [67:13] the two tied the knot in 2022. They have [67:16] two beautiful girls, Olivia and Sophia. [67:19] In his spare time outside of work, he [67:21] likes to spend time with his girls [67:23] outdoors and he has a passion for [67:24] anything yard workrelated. [67:27] I'm going to be talking to him later. [67:30] He also enjoys taking family trips to [67:32] Florida, playing old man softball, his [67:36] words, not mine, and running the family [67:38] dog Hank. He joined the police [67:39] department in July of 2025 with one goal [67:42] in mind of becoming a K-9 uh officer for [67:45] us. And Tim's wife, Amy, will be coming [67:47] up to pin his badge on. [68:00] I'll give it to you. [68:11] Tonight, [68:25] we also have the honor of swearing in [68:26] our newest sergeant. I will tell you [68:29] that the role of police sergeant is [68:30] probably one of the most critical and [68:32] demanding uh positions in any police [68:35] department. [68:37] They're the backbone of our [68:38] organization. They're leaders, mentors, [68:40] decision makers, and they make carry an [68:41] immense amount of responsibility. They [68:44] oversee their teams, and at at times [68:46] they are the oversight of the entire [68:48] city. So many nights while we're all [68:52] sleeping, it's our sergeants that are [68:53] literally running the entire Roseville [68:55] community and and providing um their [68:58] safety. Sergeant Hickeyi embodies what [69:00] we look for in a leader. He's known [69:02] throughout the department for his strong [69:04] work work ethic, his infectious, and I [69:07] mean infectious energy, and his [69:09] commitment to finding innovative [69:11] solutions to complex problems. He's [69:14] always looking for ways to improve how [69:15] we do our work and how we support one [69:17] another. I know the peer support and the [69:20] um the well-being of our officers has [69:22] always been a priority of his. He also [69:25] is instrumental to our new hire academy. [69:28] Tom is probably one of the first people [69:29] that our new officers meet even before [69:31] they get started going and getting [69:33] uniforms, showing them how to get in the [69:35] building, what to wear, where their [69:36] locker is. Um, I can't tell you how [69:38] important that that role is as we [69:40] welcome new officers in. [69:43] Sergeant Hickeyi is now assigned to the [69:44] night shift. And as I mentioned, that [69:46] can be a really unique um a unique uh [69:49] position because when the call comes [69:51] out, you might only have four or five [69:53] officers uh to deploy and to respond. [69:57] Tom has consistently demonstrated [69:59] leadership, integrity, and commitment, [70:01] and I have no doubt he's already been [70:03] successful in this role and will [70:04] continue. Is my honor to formally swear [70:07] in Sergeant Tom Hickey. [70:17] >> Since he's by himself, I'm going to give [70:19] him the cheat sheet. [70:20] >> Thank you. [70:21] >> Just in case, if you want to raise your [70:23] right hand and repeat after me. I [70:26] >> I Thomas Hickeyi [70:27] >> do solemnly swear [70:28] >> do solemnly swear [70:29] >> that I will support the Constitution of [70:30] the United States [70:32] >> that I will support the Constitution of [70:33] the United States [70:34] >> and the Constitution of the State of [70:35] Minnesota [70:36] >> and the Constitution of the State of [70:37] Minnesota [70:38] >> and that I will faithfully discharge the [70:39] duties of police sergeant [70:41] >> and that I will faithfully discharge the [70:42] duties of police sergeant [70:43] >> in the city of Roseville [70:44] >> in the city of Roseville [70:45] >> and the state of Minnesota [70:46] >> in the state of Minnesota [70:48] >> to the best of my judgment and ability [70:49] >> to the best of my judgment and ability. [70:55] You can stay [70:58] if you if you want to come over here. [70:59] You can come back. I guess this is a [71:00] safer spot over here tonight. So, um [71:03] before having his uh badge pinned on, [71:04] just a little bit about Tom. Uh Tom was [71:06] born and raised in Blaine, Minnesota, [71:08] and he's the third and youngest child in [71:10] his family. He initially started with [71:12] the Woodbury Police Department as a [71:13] community service officer, and I still [71:15] remember being really excited when we [71:17] were able to steal him away. He began [71:19] his career as a police officer with [71:21] Roseville in January 2016. [71:24] In 2018, he's he married his beautiful [71:26] wife, Nicole, and they currently live in [71:28] the South Metro with their dog, Rex, and [71:31] they're eagerly awaiting their son uh [71:33] due in April of this year. They're [71:36] excited to move to Wisconsin where [71:38] they're actively designing their future [71:39] home. When Tom isn't working, which [71:42] according to his wife, and I would agree [71:44] is rare, he enjoys spending out time [71:46] outdoors. Time outdoors in the north [71:49] woods, on a lake at the cabin, or behind [71:51] the wheel of his tractor. I didn't know [71:53] he had a tractor. [71:55] Over nearly 10 years with the Roseville [71:57] Police Department, he served on patrol, [72:00] participated in numerous committees, [72:02] worked in the training unit, has been a [72:04] member of our peer support and honor [72:05] guard, while also coordinating and [72:07] instructing our new hire academy. [72:10] I can say without a doubt he is [72:12] extremely passionate about making our [72:14] department the best that we can be and [72:15] maintaining the highest standards. He [72:18] looks forward to spending the remainder [72:19] of his career serving the community [72:20] alongside his Roseville family and said [72:23] specifically said he's blessed for the [72:25] opportunity to serve as a sergeant [72:27] within the department. Tom's wife Nicole [72:29] will be coming up to pin on his badge. [73:08] And this next slide is just our years of [73:10] service awards. These are typically [73:12] recognized at our um city employee uh [73:15] lunchon that we do um which I think is [73:16] coming up in a couple weeks. But there [73:18] was just a few um a few things that I [73:20] wanted to call out. Um we have just some [73:23] incredible staff and we have a number of [73:24] officers that have been with our city [73:26] for um some pretty remarkable times. So [73:29] I'm going to start with just the 20 [73:31] years of service and greater. And if [73:32] you're here, if you could stand. We've [73:34] got a I know Amy, I didn't tell you [73:36] about this. Sorry. And I made you come [73:38] to the front. Amy Kadahi who's been with [73:41] us for 20 years with the city, [73:48] our AV specialist and community [73:50] relations coordinator, Tom Pitzell. He's [73:52] been 20 years. [73:56] And for those that may not know, Tom [73:58] originally started our his career as an [73:59] officer and then as a sergeant and now [74:01] has transitioned into the civilian role. [74:04] We also have Matt Nelson with 25 years [74:06] of service. [74:13] and I don't believe he was able to be [74:15] here tonight, but Brady Martin, one of [74:16] our detectives, has 30 years of service [74:18] with the city of Roseville. [74:24] And with this next slide, um I would [74:27] call uh CSO Kirk Lindall to come [74:29] forward. [74:40] As I mentioned, we don't usually do [74:42] these awards here because they're [74:43] usually recognized by the city. But when [74:45] I saw Kirk's plaque come through, I was [74:47] like, 40 years? Is that possible? And I [74:50] did the math and yes, it is 40 years. [74:52] And that is just such a remarkable [74:54] amount of time to serve one community, [74:56] to serve with one department that I [74:58] wanted to just um say a few words. [75:01] Kirk began his career as a volunteer [75:02] deputy for Henipin County um and then as [75:05] a full-time deputy in the uh detention [75:07] center in 1985. And I think that that's [75:10] probably before some of our officers [75:12] were born. Um in 1985 he joined the [75:16] Roseville Police Department family [75:18] serving as a police officer and he [75:20] served with incredible dedication, [75:22] integrity, and professionalism. He [75:24] retired in 2011 for just a very short [75:27] amount of time and then he came back in [75:29] a civilian position and became our lead [75:31] community service officer. [75:34] Kirk is a guy that works quietly behind [75:36] the scenes to ensure everything runs [75:38] smoothly. And I often say he's the guy [75:40] that fixes everything that we've damaged [75:42] overnight. [75:45] But in all seriousness, he keeps our [75:47] squads running exceptional. He fixes the [75:49] things that that have gone wrong. He's [75:51] constantly shuttling cars back and [75:53] forth. most mostly cars seems to be the [75:55] the recent issue. But any any problem [75:57] with your that you've got with your [75:59] equipment, Kirk is the guy. I just heard [76:01] some officers uh talking about an issue [76:03] with their radio and the first thing [76:04] that they yelled into Kirk's office, [76:05] Kirk, are you here? Um and that's [76:08] throughout the day. You probably hear [76:09] that about 10 15 different times. So [76:12] although it sounds simple, Kirk is kind [76:14] of that that glue behind the scenes that [76:16] keeps all of our equipment, all of our [76:18] squads uh running. [76:21] He's also the go-to person for just [76:23] about any building or equipment issue. [76:25] About a week a couple weeks ago, we were [76:27] trying to figure out how to make more [76:28] space in our lower garage so that we [76:29] could get more cars and and get them out [76:31] of the the snow. So, we came up with a [76:33] plan and I thought it would probably [76:34] take a couple weeks to take down some [76:36] fencing that we had. And I went to lunch [76:38] and Kirk is already on that taking down [76:40] the fence himself. And within by the [76:42] next day, we had two more parking spots [76:44] that we were able to utilize. He truly [76:47] is a jack of all trades. [76:49] And I will say, you just don't hear [76:51] about people staying with an [76:52] organization, staying with a city, [76:54] staying in service for over 40 years. [76:57] And so, we are really fortunate to have [76:59] Kirk um continuing to serve our [77:01] community. And so, please join me in [77:03] congratulating Kirk for his 40 years of [77:05] service with our city. [77:23] And as we wrap up tonight, I want to um [77:26] end by just remembering the honor and [77:28] the sacrifice um of those who have paid [77:30] the ultimate who have made the ultimate [77:32] sacrifice, especially the three members [77:34] of the Roseville Police Department. Um [77:36] offer officer Howard Johnson was killed [77:38] by gunfire fire while courageously [77:40] attempting to arrest an armed bank [77:42] robber um after after the suspect [77:45] suspect had fled into a neighborhood. He [77:48] had served the Roseville community for [77:49] over 15 years and he left behind a wife [77:51] and three children. One who I just ran [77:54] into the other day. Officer Bruce [77:56] Russell lost his gunfire a got lost his [77:59] life to gunfire after trying to stop a [78:01] fleeing suspect. He had only served our [78:04] department for one year, but he left [78:05] behind a wife and an infant daughter who [78:08] we still remain in contact with and see [78:11] uh on his anniversary every year. And [78:13] lastly, K9 Major, who died in 2013 from [78:16] complications stemming from stab wounds [78:18] inflicted by a burglary suspect who had [78:21] ran and was hiding in the woods. [78:23] Major was not only a member of the [78:25] Roseville Police Department family, but [78:27] he was cared for and deeply loved by [78:29] Detective Jorgensson and his family. [78:32] Their sacrifices and the sacrifices of [78:34] countless others across the nation [78:36] remind remind us of the risks that come [78:38] with this profession. But most [78:40] importantly, we'll never forget those [78:41] that made that ultimate sacrifice. [78:44] And then finally, as we kind of wrap up, [78:46] I think it's really important to take a [78:47] moment to recognize the families. [78:51] These families are sometimes are often [78:54] the unsung heroes standing behind the [78:56] shadows. And without them and their [78:58] support, we would not be able to [78:59] continue to do this work. [79:02] Behind every officer is a family that [79:04] bears the weight of their loved ones [79:05] commitment to duty. They endure [79:07] sleepless nights, unpredictable, [79:09] predictable schedules, and everpresent [79:12] concerns for safety. They miss they [79:15] navigate missed holidays and countless [79:17] other moments knowing that their loved [79:19] one may be uh called away. I was just [79:22] talking to an officer earlier this week [79:24] and last Friday night he was paged out [79:26] to assist on overwatch just in case any [79:28] of the um protest or rallies um became [79:31] that there was any issues. So I don't [79:33] think that was in his original plans for [79:35] his night off on a Friday night um but [79:38] he answered the call and then less than [79:40] 12 hours later at 5:00 a.m. on Saturday [79:43] morning again his one of his few [79:45] weekends off he was called again to [79:47] assist assist with a homicide scene in [79:49] St. Anthony. And that's just what our [79:52] officers do. But we recognize behind [79:54] that there's a family that probably was [79:56] hoping for different plans that weekend [79:58] than what they um went through. [80:01] So just for the families here tonight, [80:03] we appreciate you. We know this job is [80:06] not always easy, but thank you for [80:08] letting your loved one continue to serve [80:10] and continue to answer the call. [80:14] And then lastly, I just want to thank [80:16] everyone that came out uh to support us. [80:18] As I said at the beginning, these are [80:19] difficult times and seeing this kind of [80:22] support means the world to our officers. [80:24] So, I hope that you'll stick around for [80:26] a few minutes to thank our officers, [80:28] their families, and also the the [80:30] civilians that the uh civilians that [80:32] jumped in and helped us on some really [80:34] crucial calls. So, appreciate everyone [80:36] being here tonight. Drive safely and [80:38] thank you for coming.