JUST THE FACTS

April 18, 2025 Volume 16 Issue 16

The Moonlighter's Exchange Club has announced our 2024 recipient for Police Officer of the Year. We are honored to recognize Detective John Van Alstine for this award. Grab your tickets and join us for a great event!

THIS WEEK'S IN CUSTODY ARRESTS

Isaac Zapata was formally charged with 3rd degree DWI and no proof of insurance stemming from a traffic stop on April 13th.

Katreece Simmons was formally charged with 3rd degree DWI stemming from an incident that took place on April 17th.

National Telecommunicators Appreciation Week

Stay Safe on 420

This Sunday is “420”, a day often recognized by cannabis consumers. If you’re planning to celebrate, make a plan to stay safe and not get behind the wheel. Impaired is impaired, regardless of the substance, and driving high is a DWI in Minnesota. The effects of driving high can include slowed reaction time, difficulties in road tracking and impaired decision-making. These could all lead to a serious crash.

Stay safe on 420 or any day by:

Planning ahead: If you plan to use any impairing substance, arrange a sober ride, or stay at the place of the celebration.
Speaking up: Step in if you see someone about to drive impaired — your voice could save a life.
Staying alert: Keep your eyes and attention on the road at all times.

No matter the date or situation, driving under the influence of cannabis or any drug is both dangerous and illegal. Let’s keep our roads safe for ourselves, our coworkers and our communities.

BIKES ARE BACK IN ACTION

The Police Department has deployed its e-bikes for the season. The two electric-assist e-bikes purchased in 2023 help officers patrol areas where squad cars are often less effective including on trails and in parks and the downtown business district. The Bike Unit assists in traffic enforcement with a focus on crosswalk and distracted driving violations. It also focuses on providing education and enforcing City ordinances such as 90.01 requiring domesticated dogs and cats in public parks to be under control and attached to a leash held by the owner or the owner’s agent.

EXTRA PATROL ARE OUT FOR DISTRACTED DRIVING MONTH

Do you part to keep everyone safe