Sherburne County Sheriff`s Office Preserving the

Sherburne County Sheriff
Volume 7, Issue 13 ••••• June 26, 2015
USPCA Region 12 K-9 Trials
All Events are Free to the Public!
Sunday, June 28: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Elk River High School Football Field
Public Demonstration with approximately 75 law enforcement K-9 units
Monday, June 29: 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Tuesday, June 30: 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Sheriff Joel Brott
It’s hard to believe the
4th of July weekend is
almost here already! I
hope that everyone has
a fun and safe time this
Independence Day as
you celebrate our great
country with your family
and friends!
Administration
Chief Deputy
Don Starry
Commander of
Operations
Steve Doran
Captains
Dan Andren
Scott Fildes
Bob Stangler
(or until the last competitor has completed trials)
Agility
Dave Anderson Athletic Complex - 13300 Business Center Drive, Elk River
Article Search
Government Center - 13880 Business Center Drive, Elk River
Apprehension and Suspect Search
Hales Field - 900 block of Proctor Avenue NW, Elk River
Apprehension with Gunfire (starts at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday) and Obedience
Youth Athletic Complex - 9850 165th Avenue, Elk River
Trial Tests Include:
Agility: K-9’s demonstrate the ability to maneuver various
obstacles that simulate real-life barriers or surfaces that can be
found while on patrol.
Article Search: K-9 teams are expected to find two articles in
a 30’ by 30’ area. Examples of potential articles are: shotgun
shell, knife, gun, driver’s license, or clothing item.
Suspect Search: K-9 teams search the perimeter of six large
box structures attempting to find the hiding suspect inside,
alerting the handler by barking when the individual is found.
Apprehension and Apprehension with Gunfire: K-9 units
apprehend a running suspect. They must also show the ability
to do a recall from the chase and to release the suspect, after
the suspect is bitten, with a verbal command only.
Obedience: K-9 teams demonstrate the ability to follow verbal
and hand commands regarding heel, sit, down, and stay.
Under Investigation
On Tuesday, June 16, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a theft of an ATV from
a property located in the 18500 block of 244th Avenue NW in Orrock Township. The
complainant reported someone stole a 1985 Honda 350ATC-X from the driveway of
Jail Administrator
the property sometime during the overnight hours.
Brian Frank
On Thursday, June 18, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a theft from a
property in the 13100 block of 314th Avenue in Baldwin Township. The complainant
Asst. Jail Administrator
reported
someone
stole a 1990 Johnson 15-hp outboard motor off of a boat that was parked outside
Dave Isais
their residence.
Jail Captains
On Monday, June 22, the Sheriff’s Office received a report of a burglary of a residence located in the
Chris Bloom
17700 block of 237th Avenue NW in Orrock Township. The complainant reported someone stole a
Tom Zerwas
yellow 1995 Suzuki DS80 dirt bike from the garage.
Jail Program Coordinator
If anyone saw anything unusual or has information regarding these incidents, they are encouraged to
Mark Fritel
call the Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigative Division at 763-765-3500.
Jail Commander
Pat Carr
If you would like to receive the Sheriff’s Office newsletter by email, please send a request to
Danielle Gessell at [email protected].
Website: www.co.sherburne.mn.us/sheriff
Email: [email protected]
Sherburne County Sheriff
Volume 7, Issue 13 ••••• June 26, 2015
Upcoming
Dates of Interest
June 25-28
Spud Fest
Big Lake
June 27
Spud Fest Parade
Big Lake
11:00 a.m.
June 28-30
USPCA Region 12
K-9 Trials
Elk River
July 3
Government Center
Closed
July 4
Independence Day
July 15
Permit to Carry Class
Class is Full
July 16-19
Sherburne County Fair
July 18
Sherburne County Fair
Parade
Elk River
10:00 a.m.
2015 Motorcycle Riding Season Preliminary Statistics
At this point there have been 30 motorcycle fatalities this riding season. That compares to 17 rider
deaths at this point last year.
2015 Rider Deaths Statistics
• Helmet use: 17 riders killed were not wearing a helmet; 10 were wearing a helmet. (It’s unknown if
the remaining 3 riders were wearing helmets or not.)
• 16 of the crashes were single-vehicle, involving only the motorcycle. 11 of the crashes involved a
motorcycle and another vehicle.
• 3 of the crashes were motorcycle vs. deer.
• 3 of the crashes killed both the driver and passenger on the motorcycle.
• 12 of the crashes happened while motorcyclists were negotiating a curve. Only 1 of the 12
involved a second vehicle; 11 were single-vehicle crashes.
• Rider Deaths by Age:
• 20’s: 4 riders
• 30’s: 4 riders
• 40’s: 5 riders
• 50’s: 13 riders
• 60’s: 4 riders
The summer months (June, July, August) tend to be the time when there are the greater number of
motorcycle fatalities.
These statistics are telling. Many of these crashes happened while negotiating a turn. That is a skill
motorcyclists can master by taking a rider training course. There are courses available for more
advanced riders, not just beginners. Training is available through October and riders can register
online at www.motorcyclesafety.org.
Public safety officials urge motorcyclists to wear protective gear: including a DOT-approved helmet
and brightly-colored protective gear for visibility and protection. Riders should be prepared for
inattentive drivers by staying focused on riding and keeping their speed in check. Riders should
never drink and ride. Riders should always ride within their skillset, use good judgment and maintain
a 3-second following distance.
Motorists can help prevent motorcycle deaths by looking twice for motorcycles before entering a
roadway or changing lanes. They should give riders room, check blind spots, pay attention and drive
at safe speeds. Motorcycles are smaller, so their speed and distance is more difficult to judge.
Resource: TZD MN Enforcement NW Region
Sparklers Safety
With the nearing of the 4th of July, one of many kids’ favorite past-times during the holiday is getting
to hold and wave around a sparkler. Although it is strongly recommended to not allow children
under the age of 12 to hold a lit sparkler, many parents do still allow their children to hold them.
August 19
Sherburne County
IF you allow your child(ren) to do this, please use extreme caution and always make sure you are
Substance Use Prevention supervising them. Here is a creative way to keep their hands from being burned by the sparks.
Coalition Meeting
KEEP IN MIND: SPARKLERS BURN AT 1200° F!!!!
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Sheriff’s Office EOC
Statistics
Week of 6/8-6/14:
42 Citations Issued
585 Calls for Service
Week of 6/15-6/21:
53 Citations Issued
577 Calls for Service