Volume 33 • Number 2 • October 2017
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October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 1 inside Presidents Report ...... 2 MINNESOTA TROOPER Minnesota Trooper is published three times annually by the Colonels Message ...... 4 Minnesota State Patrol Troopers Association. Commissioner's Corner ...... 5 2016-17 Executive Council President Vice-President Days Gone By ...... 6 Joe Dellwo Mike LeDoux [email protected] [email protected] Thank Yous ...... 8 Treasurer Daren Berglund A Partners Story ...... 12 [email protected] Northern Delegate-at-Large Southern Delegate-at-Large Remembering Timothy Bowe ....16 Ron Madison Pat Miles The 58th Academy ...... 18 [email protected] [email protected] District 2000 District 2100 58th Academy Graduates ...... 26 Dean Grothem Todd Zynda [email protected] [email protected] New Canines and Handlers .....33 District 2200 District 2300 Gabe Cornish Cory Sik Honor Guard ...... 34 [email protected] [email protected] District 2400 District 2500 Bears That Care ...... 40 Scott Schneider Scott Fredell NTC Fall 2017 ...... 41 [email protected] [email protected] District 2600 District 2700 Trunny Trott ...... 43 Rick Harjes Jon Carlson [email protected] [email protected] Trooper Josh Orbeck ...... 44 District 2800 District 2900 Drew Olson Gerald Hanson Retired Troopers Day ...... 46 [email protected] [email protected] District 3100 District 3200 Funerals ...... 48 Dave Koski Jack Danielson [email protected] [email protected] Business Manager Mark Baker [email protected]
On the Cover: Lt. Robert Meyerson singing the National Anthem at the HHH Metrodome. See the story on Page 32
October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 1 Joe Dellwo • MSPTA President President’s Report
Know Your Rights
Critical Incidents and Internal Affairs made after the trooper has consulted with interview process to make sure the troop- Investigations are realities in today’s law their Legal Defense Fund (LDF) attorney. er’s rights are protected. Prior to the in- enforcement profession. MSPTA Dele- If you or your partner are involved in terview, read carefully the complaint and gates are called upon to represent mem- a critical incident, call your delegate as charge(s) as well as any documents or re- bers at Critical Incidents and at Internal soon as the scene is secure. As delegates, ports available. Be sure to read the general Affairs Interviews. These are two of the it is our primary responsibility to protect orders noted in the complaint. most important duties delegates are asked the trooper’s rights. The trooper has a The Garrity Warning to perform. In this article of the Minneso- right to representation by the Association The formal interview will begin with ta Trooper, I will briefly discuss some key and an attorney. Our LDF Attorneys can the reading of the Garrity Warning. What points we should all be aware of concern- be reached 24/7/365 at 1-855-533-6466. is Garrity? It came from a 1967 US Su- ing critical incidents and internal affairs Internal Affairs Investigations preme Court Case Garrity v. New Jersey. investigations. All troopers need to be familiar with The Court ruled that a public employer Critical Incidents General Order 10-006 regarding Internal (in our case the State) may require an em- All troopers need to be familiar with Affairs Investigations. Members of the ployee (in our case the Trooper) to answer General Order 10-045 regarding Critical MSPTA are entitled to union represen- questions about his/her conduct under Incidents. A critical incident is define as tation whenever they are formally ques- the threat of discipline up to and includ- any official conduct or incident that pro- tioned about an issue that could potential- ing termination. However, the employee’s duces death, great injury, risk of death, or ly involve discipline. This right is protected statement may not be used against the em- great risk of injury, while involved in the by the Peace Officer Discipline Procedure ployee in subsequent criminal proceed- performance of official duties. It also in- Act, M.S.S. 626.89, commonly referred to ings. This is why the I/A investigator will cludes deadly force used by a trooper in an as the “Peace Officers’ Bill of Rights”. Here read Garrity to the trooper prior to the off duty status. The incident may expose are the major points of the Peace Officers’ interview. Remember the Garrity Warning you, other members, or the State Patrol Bill of Rights we should all be aware of: only protects the employee from having to civil or criminal liability. Examples of • A formal statement may not be taken his/her statement to the employer used critical incidents are trooper-involved without a written complaint being filed against him/her in a criminal proceed- shootings, high-speed pursuits, warrant- with the employer ing. It does not protect the employee from less entries, arrests with force, or incidents • Before a formal statement is taken, the having his/her statement used in a subse- claimed to be motivated by bias. officer must be given a summary of the al- quent administrative proceeding such as We all need to be aware of the common legations contained in the complaint arbitration, civil proceedings, or another physiological symptoms that often occur • The officer is entitled to have a union employee’s criminal proceeding. after a critical incident; such as tunnel representative or an attorney at the formal What Should You Know If You Have vision, or the inability of the mind to re- statement Been Given a Garrity Warning? member critical details such as the num- • The formal statement is taken at the • You are required to answer the ques- ber of shots fired. The trooper should not employer’s place of business and during tions be required to do a complete report imme- the officer’s regularly-scheduled working • You must answer the questions truth- diately but should be given two complete hours fully and completely or risk discharge for rest cycles (up to 48 hours) if need be, be- • The formal statement is recorded insubordination fore being interviewed or completing re- If you are asked to attend an I/A inter- • The best advice is to be completely ports. The decision about when to make a view, please contact your delegate as soon truthful. No matter how bad the conduct statement or when to write a report will be as possible. Delegates are involved in the appears, lying is always worse. There are
2 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 3 many instances where an employer has Conclusion tious, drive within your capabilities, and sought to terminate an officer accused of Remember, being involved in a critical make it home safely at the end of your relatively minor offenses because the offi- incident or internal affairs investigation shift. Live to enjoy our well-earned pen- cer lied during his/her statement. can be extremely stressful event for all par- sion. What If No Garrity Warning Has Been ties involved. It is the job of the MSPTA Given? Delegates to act as a support system for the Stay Safe, If a supervisor questions an employ- affected trooper(s). We are there to make Joe #446 ee about issues that could potentially re- sure management and the investigating sult in discipline but they do not give the agency treat the trooper(s) in a profes- trooper a Garrity Warning, the following is sional and caring manner in accordance the advice from our attorneys: with the law, general orders and best prac- • Ask the supervisor if the trooper is tices in medical research required to answer the questions under In closing, please take care of yourself threat of discipline up to and including both physically and mentally. Be there for termination partners. Remember to stay alert, be cau- • If the answer is “yes,” the trooper is protected by Garrity even without a warn- ing • If the answer is “no,” the statement is Jottings considered voluntary and the trooper may • MSPTA Elections will be held this Fall. Thanks to all the hard work by Rick refuse to answer any questions Harjes #163, we will be voting electronically for the first time this year. Please do your A note on personal attorneys: The Peace MSPTA civic duty by voting! In addition, a big thank you to all the members who Officers’ Bill of Rights allows employees to are running for office. Without dedicated delegates, the MSPTA would cease to exist. bring their personal attorney to the for- • We had a nice turnout for Retired Trooper Day August 8th in St. Cloud. Thanks mal statement. The MSPTA does not pay to all who help make this annual event a success personal attorneys to represent troopers in D2100 Delegate Bill Sires #372 retired from the Patrol in July. Secretary Greg their statements except in unique circum- • Burgess #81 resigned from his position in August. We thank Bill and Greg for their stances where the Association’s attorney many years of service to the MSPTA. goes to the statement as the MSPTA repre- sentative. Troopers wishing to bring an at- • Contract negotiations between MLEA and the State began September 21st. We torney to a statement are advised that the will send updates when they are available. MSPTA is not responsible for the attor- • August 2nd we said good-bye to our partner Trooper Josh Orbeck #462. It was ney’s fees for appearing at the statement. a beautiful service. Thank you to all our members who have supported the Orbeck Family through this difficult journey.
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2 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 3 Colonel Matt Langer Colonel’s Message
Highlights
It is hard to believe that summer has er Josh Orbeck’s funeral was very power- significantly from this time last year. I re- gone by so quickly. I hope each of you ful. While speaking at his funeral was an main convinced that your individual work were able to take some time to do what- honor, it was also very difficult. Speaking contributes to the overall work of the State ever makes you happy during summer in with his family as I presented the United Patrol, which compounds into making an Minnesota. We traveled back to an “old States flag at his burial service was a hum- incredible difference on our roads. While school” resort for a week complete with bling experience I will never forget. Cap- a widely circulated Pioneer Press article everything we needed for a good family itol Security Officer Todd Morse passed focused solely on State Patrol speeding vacation, including the lack of television. away unexpectedly not long after Josh. citations, we all know the breadth and A Wi-Fi outage during the first couple His family put together a very fitting trib- scope of the service provided by the State of days left many resort-goers wandering ute to him that was well attended by many Patrol goes well beyond that. We continue around looking at their phone with per- staff from Capitol Security. These events to focus on assistance, education, and en- sistent attempts to connect. As the pace are tough. We grieve. We pull together. forcement knowing all three contribute to of life seemingly continues to increase, I We provide support, camaraderie, and traffic safety. think it is important for each of us to slow grace to both the grieving families and State Patrol Day at the State Fair was a down and enjoy the moment. each other. success once again. This year, the weather The district listening sessions are now Our peer counselor program continues cooperated and brought cooler tempera- over. Thank you to everyone who was to refine itself and improve. This summer, tures. It was a great day with thousands of able to attend and participate. Each meet- the BCA and DNR joined us for a training people streaming through our exhibit area ing was productive and brought forward session that prepared a new group of peer to see State Patrol equipment and speak things that are going well and things that counselors to start serving. Please know with our members. We have an incredible need attention. While they were listening that this program works and is used of- amount of support from the communi- sessions, the listening turned into action ten. Also, know that one of the flagship ties we serve. Our core values of respect, on many of the items by either making features of the program is confidentiality. integrity, courage, honor, and excellence changes or considering future chang- I hope you feel welcome to use it should continue an amazing tradition that began es. There were many positive comments you be grappling with an issue either from in 1929. about the current culture and direction of work or outside of work that keeps you It sounds trivial in writing, but I hope the agency. Each of you is a part of making from feeling your best. you recognize my sincerity when I say, that happen and for that, I am very thank- On the mission side of things, I hope “Thank you.” Thank you for suiting up, ful. you are aware and proud of our progress. going 10-8 and working hard. I am proud In the month of August, we buried two At the time of this writing, the number of your effort and what you do to serve of our own long before their time. Troop- of fatalities in Minnesota is down quite our state.
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4 MINNESOTA TROOPER June 2016 June 2016 MINNESOTA TROOPER 5 Mona Dohman Commissioner’s Corner Special Teams: What they do and how to get their help
As a state trooper, it’s not uncommon plant or the rollover of a tanker carrying • The Minnesota Aviation Rescue Team to find yourself in an unusual situation. anhydrous ammonia. (MART) consists of the Minnesota State Anything could happen: the makings of a • There are four Emergency Response Patrol helicopter and members of the St. bomb in a vehicle, a river rescue, a land- Teams (ERTs) strategically located around Paul Fire Department. MART can perform slide. So not only do you have to be ready the state. They can also serve as CATs, but aerial rescues from hard-to-reach plac- for anything, you have to know who to call if a situation intensifies or expands, ERTs es on-the-ground teams can’t get to, like when your agency needs specialized help. with additional personnel of 10 or more lighthouses and swamps. That’s where the Minne- Although it’s interesting sota Department of Public to know what each spe- Safety’s division of Home- “ ...not only do you have to be ready for cial team does, that’s not land Security and Emergen- information you have to cy Management’s (HSEM) anything, you have to know who to call when be able to recall in the mo- State Emergency Response your agency needs specialized help. ” ment. HSEM’s on-call State Teams (also referred to as Emergency Response Teams Special Teams) come in. people can respond to help fill the growing coordinator assists in deter- These include: need for mitigation. mining which resource is best suited to • Chemical Assessment Teams • There are four Bomb Disposal Units respond. When an HSEM Special Team is needed, • Emergency Response Teams in Minnesota. They respond to issues such as suspicious packages, drug labs, unex- a call goes to the Minnesota Duty Officer • Bomb Disposal Units ploded ordnances like old fireworks or at 651-649-5451 or 800-422-0798 rath- er than calling the Special Team directly. • Structural Collapse Team grenades, and old dynamite on farms. This allows everyone to track the situation (Minnesota Task Force 1) • The Structural Collapse Team — also known as Minnesota Task Force 1 — is properly including what was done when • Minnesota Aviation Rescue Team composed of five teams. They conduct and by whom. Each team consists of fire department technical rescues in confined spaces, like What makes me proudest about the and law enforcement personnel working trenches, or low and high angles, like caves Special Teams is seeing how they work together, and they’ll bring all the equip- and river bluffs. Their work also includes together with state and local law enforce- ment they need with them, whether it’s cutting through reinforced concrete and ment and fire departments. At the end of a water supply for decontamination or a steel to search collapsed structures for po- the day, you’re working toward the same hazardous device disposal robot. The Spe- tential victims and responding to situations goal: keeping Minnesotans safe. Thank cial Teams become part of a unified com- like the deadly Lilydale landslide in 2013. you for your part in it! mand. And although the Special Teams’ operating costs are funded from a variety of sources, it’s important to note that there is no cost to your agency when you request them. Here are the ways each team helps local agencies: • Minnesota’s 11 trained Chemical Assessment Teams (CATs) identify, moni- A er Midnight Group tor and mitigate simple chemical threats, 314 1st Avenue N., Ste 300 whether it’s a hazardous materials release Minneapolis, MN 55401 like a chlorine leak at a water treatment www.thea ermidnightgroup.com
4 MINNESOTA TROOPER June 2016 June 2016 MINNESOTA TROOPER 5 MSP Jeep Cherokee Prowls the Freeways By Trooper I Dennie Vandergiff 4450 Station Excerpt from MN Trooper Magazine November 1992 Vol 8, Number 4
Recently the State Patrol obtained a Jeep Cherokee at a bargain price. For the sum of one dollar, Chrysler Corporation sold the state a $25,000 vehicle. There 's a catch. The two troopers who share the vehicle must put 75,000 miles on it within 18 months. Trooper John Mott and I were chosen to use the Cherokee. We are both Vascar operators, and we work opposite days and shifts in the 4450 Bloomington station. Chrysler Corporation is interested in seeing how its four-wheel- drive Jeep Cherokee performs as a police squad car through difficult driving and weather conditions . Since the corporation discontinued its larger body models, Chrysler has lacked a police unit package appealing to many police departments, including state patrol agencies. Chrysler is hoping to demonstrate the versatility and usefulness of the Cherokee with the help of the MSP. The MSP's newest squad, a Jeep Minnesota was thought to be an ideal location Cherokee, sold to the patrol by for the two-year testing program because of the Chrysler for $1 as part of a two-year state's weather extremes and the heavy traffic on testing program. its metropolitan freeways. It was a great deal for the MSP, since we were able to add a new unit to the fleet at little cost in time and money. In exchange for the use of the Cherokee, the troopers involved must compartment for all patrol equipment. complete detailed reports on various aspects of its performance, One trooper who drove the unit for a few shifts said the unit keep detailed maintenance records and meet with Chrysler officials handled well, but lacked the cornering ability of the average police on occasion to report how the unit is working as a patrol vehicle. vehicle. At higher speeds, the vehicle does seem to "float" a bit, The unit Mott and I use can be operated with either four-or especially if there are crosswinds. However, the Jeep Cherokee is two-wheel drive. It is equipped with a 190 horsepower, 4.0 liter in- much better at cornering and high speeds than other similarly line six cylinder engine and Goodyear GT +4 tires. It has standard designed vehicles such as the old military Jeeps or utility vans with Antilock-ABS brakes and a nice interior package, including standard which troopers are familiar. power doors and locks. The Cherokee handles well now, but it remains to be seen how it The unit is white with the MSP decal on the right side door. holds up over the entire 18-month test period. The drivers will learn Unlike the Mustang, there has been little if any publicity regarding the vehicle's limitations, and we hope we won't learn the hard way. the Cherokee, so it remains unknown to potential violators. It is Chrysler claims that the unit we're using will deliver a top speed such an unusual vehicle to use as a State Patrol squad that it catches of 113 mph. Recently, during a pursuit of a "ninja-type" motorcycle everyone by surprise. on I-35E in Burnsville, the unit was able to reach a speed of more At night, when the trooper's uniform is not readily visible, the than 110 mph while using radar in the verify mode. The driver of Cherokee is an effective unmarked unit. In addition to being Vascar the motorcycle did not even realize that he had passed a squad car. equipped, the unit has a certified speedometer and an emergency He was stopped as he slowed to exit on an off ramp. light package similar to the Mustang. The unit also has a mobile "What are you guys going to get next?" the violator wanted to know. data terminal and an electronically operated shotgun locking "Six o'clock in the morning, only two vehicles on the road, and the system. Although it is not equipped with a cage, it is certainly large other one is a trooper in a Jeep Cherokee. You guys don't play fair." enough for one and the unit has plenty of cargo room in the rear
6 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 7 Speaker of the House Representative Kurt Daudt stopped by the 32nd Annual MSPTA Golf Tournament to express his appreciation for the service provided daily by the men and women of the State Patrol.
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6 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 7 Thank Yous!
Dear MSPTA Your extremely generous donation of $4,000 Dear MSPTA There are really no words to express on January 17, 2017 allows us to continue Thank you for your kind donation of our heartfelt thanks for the sympathy and funding apartments for law enforcement $250 to the Emergency Relief Fund to honor support you have extended toward our officers and their families seeking treatment the life of Special Agent Michael T. Walter, family during this time of loss. at the Mayo Medical Center in Rochester. killed in the line of duty. Sincerely, The apartments are currently occupied This fund allows us to aid our members Fse Beminio and new requests from fellow officers are as well as other law enforcement officers and received weekly. Donations like yours allow their families through times of personal Dear MSPTA us to accommodate and support several law tragedy or family crisis when there is no Our family would like to thank you for enforcement families in a time of crisis. place for them to turn. We are proactive in the donation that you have given to our Without these donations our ability to assist supporting law members' efforts to raise fund. We appreciate the support you have these officers would be greatly diminished. money for children in need and other special shown us. to learn more about the apartments, please situations. Donations to this IRS 501C3 tax Sincerely, visit our website at rochesterpolice.org/ exempt organization are tax deductible. Derek, Holly, Eve and Leo Haehnel Apt The "House of Shields" is a 501(c)(3) The Walter Family and the VSPA nonprofit organization. truly appreciates you for your thoughtful Dear MSPTA Your support is truly appreciated! generosity. 100% of you donation along with Thank you. Your generosity is very much Dan Monnet an acknowledgment of your contribution appreciated. We have recently established Sergeant, Rochester PD has been forwarded to the family. the Timothy Pratt Memorial Fund and RPBA - House of Shields Secretary/ Sincerely apologize for the delay. This fund will Treasurer D.J. Smith continue Tims legacy of community and President generosity. Sincerely, The Family of NYS Trooper Timothy Pratt
Dear MSPTA Dear MSPTA Thank you for your $100 donation to I am writing to you to say thank you for my campaign. I appreciate your support. I the donation made to the ATCC Scholarship look forward to working with you on the Foundation. I am the proud recipient of your pensions committee. scholarship. Next fall the money received will Sincerely be for my rent. Because of this donation I Roz Peterson will be able to cut my work load drastically after school and will give me more time Dear MSPTA for study. So, from the bottom of my heart The Rochester Police Benevolent THANK YOU! Association and its members would like to Sincerely thank the Troopers Association for their Mitchell Preusse ongoing support of the "House of Shields." Law Enforcement Class of 2019
8 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 9 Safety First
The need to be seen is critical for worker listed under both Rule 23 CFR and Part 6 employees are wearing the High Visibility safety. This is especially true for employees Section 6D.03 of the Manual on Uniform Safety Garments as required. I am confi- who work near moving motor vehicles and Traffic Control Devices. Your Insurance dent that we will save lives and prevent in- equipment on our streets and highways. In Carrier, Self-Insured, or Municipality may juries by reviewing this important Safety an effort to prevent work related and line have additional requirements mandating topic with our employees. of duty injuries and fatalities from “stuck – the use of High Visibility Garments by all Workplace injuries and accidents have by” hazards, high visibility safety garments employees. A Class 2 High Visibility Gar- an impact on our workforce and on our were introduced to improve employee ments is the minimum rating allowed for ability to deliver services to the citizens of safety. High Visibility Garments help to use in Minnesota. A Class 3 High Visibility Minnesota. These losses can and should be alert the motoring public of the presence Garments may also be used. reduced through the effective use of High of an employee who is working on the In addition to the requirements, High Visibility Safety Garments. street, highway or right of way. Visibility Safety Garments make a lot of Department of Public Safety Historically, a high number of work- sense. The garments are easy to use and Human Resources Division er injuries and fatalities have occurred in highly effective in making the employee WEB: dps.mn.gov occupations whose duties include work- visible during both daytime and nighttime PHONE: 651-201-7380 ing on our streets and highways. The in- or low light conditions. At this time, please EMAIL: [email protected] troduction of High Visibility Safety Gar- review your operations to ensure that all ments has been effective in beginning to reduce these incidents. In Minnesota, Police Officers, Fire- fighters and EMS personnel are required by both Minnesota OSHA and the Feder- al Highway Administration to wear High Visibility Garments when directing traffic, working at motor vehicle accident scenes and during other work tasks that bring the employee on the highway, shoulder or right of way. Minnesota OSHA’s man- datory requirement for High Visibility Garments can be found under Minnesota Administrative Rules 5205.0030. In addi- tion, the Federal Highway Administration requirements are also mandatory and
8 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 9 There has been a lot of negative press regarding the state of law enforcement in this country lately. I would have never thought I would say this one day, but there are aspects which are broken. One obvious one is how we define our value within the com- munity. Far too often it is defined within the LE culture as being grounded in the big, heroic acts; saving a life, pursuing and stop- ping a dangerous felon, handling a multi-car crash and preventing further loss of life. While these are certainly worthwhile efforts, they are also not what the bulk of the job entails. Within the LE culture we also tend to place the term ‘heroic’ only on those who serve and die, but not on those who serve and live, and we shun the term ‘hero’ altogether because it glorifies those day-to-day functions and the negative, traumatic events that make up the job instead of recognizing them for what they are—toxic. When you think about this job, whether you serve as a Trooper, a Deputy, an Officer, or in any support functions or Corrections, the job is based on finding and mitigating negative situations. It is reactive in that policing in many cases occurs after the harm has been done, as in responding to assault calls or investigating accidents. I like to frame it this way for civilians to understand: law enforcement don’t get invited to the birthday party, they get invited to the domestic after the birthday party. It can be very hard to see the difference each and every peace officer makes when it Hello Again feels like the job becomes damage control and cleaning up after the mess. Even saving a life becomes less of a feat in the officer’s mind as they recall all the others who weren’t saved, for whatever From the Law reason. Cynicism and anger often become constant companions, and we lose sight of the truth. Here is the real truth; sometimes the most heroic thing we do isn’t saving a life, it is holding a hand. The peace officers who make Enforcement the biggest impacts often do not realize it because it is through simple day to day interactions and not the big news events. Taking an extra 10 minutes to sit with someone who has suffered a loss, giving a child a hug when they are afraid, acknowledging some- Family Support one’s very difficult emotions instead of telling them to ‘calm down’ are all ways to influence in a positive way. It is something the vast majority of officers already do, but they don’t give these acts the Network! credit they deserve. It isn’t about how many tickets you write in your career, it is about how you influence the people around you and inspire them to be better. Sometimes that takes putting hero- ism in the back seat and simply being a humble public servant, but we all need to reward this behavior more because it is also what will heal the community right now. If you are on patrol, thank you for the little things you do. If you are in administration, please recognize the soft influence is more long-lasting and positive than a harsh or directive influence. Make sure your officers know you see it. Family members, this is how everyone else will get to know your officer the way you do, as a caring, empathetic person. And for all of you, be safe! Beth Jordan is a board member for the Law Enforcement Family Sup- port Network. She is a retired officer of 21 years, and currently works as a mental health and addictions therapist specializing in working with law enforcement. She also provides training to individuals, groups and agencies on a wide range of topics. Beth can be contacted through the LEFSN web- site (http://www.lawenforcementfamilysupport.org/) or through her private practice at [email protected].
10 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 11 WE Fest
More and more drivers are choosing to take the safe route of lining up a sober ride, however with 8 DWI arrests during (1,469 stops total – the activity is a mixture of WE Fest, we know there is still work to be done. The Minne- 2017 Activity sota State Patrol Detroit Lakes District participated in keep- citations and warnings.) ing motorists safe during the 35th annual event, the nation’s Stops ...... 1,469 largest outdoor country music and camping festival, with Seat Belt ...... 175 (citations and warnings) close to 50,000 attendees coming into the lake country. Sev- Child Restraints ...... 7 (citations and warnings) eral Troopers patrolled areas around the event, from August Speed ...... 646 (citations and warnings) 1 – 5 and assisted with traffic control. DWI ...... 8 In addition to the 8 DWIs, the State Patrol also made 16 DAR/DAS/DAC ...... 37 warrant arrests, and came across 37 drivers without a valid Not a Drop ...... 15 driver’s license (revoked, canceled or suspended.) However Move Over ...... 16 (citations and warnings) there were no serious or fatal crashes in or around the area Equipment ...... 619 (citations and warnings) during the event. Other Moving Violations ...... 564 (citations and warnings) Troopers recognized that a number of festival goers uti- Warrant / Other Arrests ...... 16 lized designated drivers during the entire week. Many of the Texting ...... 7 (citations and warnings) traffic stops had people telling Troopers that they knew the Inattentive ...... 8 (citations and warnings) State Patrol would be watching for drunk drivers really hard all week and they didn’t want to get arrested, so they lined 2017 – Tra c Stops: 1,469 Citations: Unknown DWIs: 8 up a “DD” for the night. It wasn’t uncommon in the last 10- 2016 – Tra c Stops: 1,121 Citations: 256 DWIs: 13 15 years for there to be more than 50 DWI arrests annual- 2015 – Tra c Stops: 814 Citations: 250 DWIs: 10 ly during this event, but averaging 10 DWIs in the past five 2014 – Tra c Stops: 609 Citations: 91 DWIs: 8 years is a move in the right direction. Meanwhile, the State 2013 -Tra c Stops: 661 Citations: 160 DWIs: 12 Patrol will continue looking for impaired drivers and con- 2012 -Tra c Stops: 420 Citations: 113 DWIs: 10 tinue to send the message “never drink and drive.” 2011 – Tra c Stops: 572 Citations: 106 DWIs: 25
Members of the Troopers Association and Supervisors Association attended the MPPOA 95th annual convention in Alexandria June 10-12
Photo left to right Pat Miles, Rick Harjes, Jon Carlson, Gabe Cornish, Greg Burgess, Joe Dellwo, Tom Schmitz, Ron Madison, Dean Grothem, Mike LeDoux, Kevin Kloss, Scott Schneider, Jack Danielson
10 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 11 It’s been 20 years. 20 years since Corpo- ral Tim Bowe was killed in the line of duty June 7th, 1997. This is the story of 20 years since Tim’s death and how, after 20 years A Partners Story... the early morning hours of June 7th still live so strong in so many people’s minds and hearts. June 6th, 1997 started like any other day. June 7, 1997 As I got ready for work, my son would al- ways say, “Now don’t get shot Mommy.” To which I would say, “I won’t David.” My son was four at the time and about a year The in-the-line-of-Duty prior, while his Dad was sick, he started saying that every time I got ready for work. I don’t know why he would say it, it just Death of Corporal had become a ritual that had started and I really didn’t think too much of it. So on June 6th, my shift started like normal. David telling me not to get shot, sign on Timothy Bowe and drive to Curren’s at 42nd/Nicollet in Minneapolis for our “shift brief”…..which By Retired Trooper Christine Krajsa meant we listened to Trooper Rod Trun- zo tell his stories. Rod tells the best stories, and I’m sure there was some added in- sight by Don Marose, Mike Hanson, Jean Cemensky and I. When our briefing was over, we all went our separate ways. Shortly after midnight, Tim came over the main, “489 metro”…..Dispatch, “Go ahead 489”…..489, “I’m enroute to assist Chisago Co with one that is driving around shooting out of his pickup window.” Dis- patch, “10-4”. Tim had a distinct way in saying his badge number. The four was always a little stronger and in an almost
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12 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 13 singing manner, he would say eighty in Main St. But while enroute , those words robe. The baby, Colin, is crying in the higher pitch and end in a descending nine. we all dread come over MINSEF “Officer background. What does one say at that This time the tone of his voice was just a down, officer down” . moment? To be honest, we didn’t know little bit stronger. I know I heard it but I There was not much radio traffic after much at this point. So I say the first thing was a long ways away in North Minneap- that…until I was sitting in front of the that came to my mind trying to soften the olis. Besides, he had 494-Denny O’Brien sally port door in Anoka and as the door truth, “Hi Denise, do you remember me?” working with him. We all have responded is going up, SP494-O’Brien came over the We had met twice before, twice, and now to this type of call, and more often then air and said, “It’s 489”. The sally port door I am standing at her door in the middle not, it turns into nothing. This surely will shuts. I get out of my car. I remember of the night asking if she remembers those end the same way. telling the Anoka detention deputy that two encounters. But Denise, being the A short time later, I made a traffic stop I need to get going, my partner had just nice person that she is, says, “I think so?” I on 94 NB just south of Dowling in North been shot. They had been monitoring in snapped back into the moment and I just Minneapolis. I don’t remember what the the jail and knew what I was talking about. said it, “Tim has been shot and we need to reason for the stop was, but at the same He tells me that he will do the paper- get you to the hospital. Sean Gibbs is here time I was making the stop, Tim came work…”Just sign it” he says. I head back and he will stay with the kids, if you are over the air to say that they would be out to my car. As the door opens, it dawns okay with that.” Again, what does a person at a residence where the pickup was now on me that Tim and Denise live in Coon say. Denise agrees to have Sean stay until parked and the driver had shot the out- Rapids and I remember him saying at one she can make arrangements for family to side lights out at the residence and was time that he wasn’t far from Hwy 10. It come. She then says, “Tim’s parents’ are still in the pickup and all officers on scene was at that moment I know why I gave that in Missouri at his sister’s.” I tell Denise switched to MINSEF. I make my initial passenger a ride to Anoka, and booked the to get dressed and get an address book if approach. The vehicle is being driven by a driver in Anoka Jail. My husband had she has one. She can use my cell phone to female, and there is a male passenger in the died from brain cancer almost exactly six make calls on the way to SPRH, now Re- front seat. The driver says she doesn’t have months to the day. I was meant to go to gion’s hospital. (This was 1997 and a cell her license on her. I get her name and date the Bowe residence that night. phone still were not something everyone of birth and return to my car. I discover I sent a message to Lt Dave Graham had) Denise gets ready and then asks if we that the female does not have a license, it is asking him if he wanted me to go get De- can pick up her friend, Mary Levendoski, suspended and I see that she has an Anoka nise Bowe. He responded, “Yes and Ma- who’s husband is a Roseville PD officer. I County warrant. I ask dispatch to confirm rose will go with you.” I then get a CAD say of course. Denise calls Mary and she that warrant, and go back up to the vehi- message from Trooper Pat Gibbs, who will be waiting, her parents happen to be cle. I ask her to step out of the car, bring literally is like one week on his own, fresh in town and can stay with the kids….Greg her back to my squad, pat her down and off FTO….he is working an overtime de- is working and will meet us at the hospital. place her in the back seat of my squad after tail and tells me his brother Sean, a Coon I drive the short distance to Mary’s and telling her she was under arrest. I ask her if Rapids City Attorney, lives across the street then start the trip to St Paul. the male has a driver’s license. She tells me and asks, “Do I want him to call Sean and We are running code and the sirens she doesn’t know, that she had have him meet us at Bowe’s so he can sounded really loud that night. Too loud. just picked him up from the bus watch the kids.” Everything is coming to- I give Denise my cell phone so that she can depot downtown and was head- gether. In my mind, I think, this is going let Tim’s parents know. When she is fin- ed to Anoka. I return to the car, to work out…..we will go to the residence, ished, we start talking….about anything. and speak with the passenger. we have someone to stay with the kids, we I tell Denise that my husband had passed He tells me that he doesn’t have will get Denise to the hospital to be with away six months ago after being sick. I’m license, and tells me he doesn’t Tim and we will move on with the rest of not sure why I told her that, other than to know anyone in this state and the shift. That’s how it will go I think to let her know I can kind of relate….howev- that he is just in from Chica- myself. er I still truly believed that we would get go. I tell him to go jump the I arrive at the Bowe residence and there to the hospital and everything would be fence and find a phone. But is Sean Gibbs, standing with his hands in alright so it didn’t make a lot of sense. he pleaded with me to just give his pocket at the end of the Bowe driveway. We arrive at SPRH and I notice the he- him a ride to Anoka…”please The house is dark….as it should be when licopter on the pad outside of the ER. I don’t leave me in Minneapolis,” it’s the middle of the night. Don Marose actually see someone sitting on the curb he said. I’m not sure why, but arrives and we meet at the end of the by the helicopter but I don’t really pay at- I decided that since the war- driveway. We walk to the front door. Sean tention to that someone until later. I pull rant for the female was out of waits about half way up the driveway. I re- into the ER entrance and I see squads and Anoka, and that is where they member standing at the door, and holding Troopers standing in the entrance. As I were headed, that I would just Don’s hand, waiting for the door to open. pull in and come to a stop, I see Captain book her into the Anoka Jail We knock again, and then again. No one Kitteridge from 2400 standing at the right and leave Hennepin Jail out of is coming to the door. So, I had dispatch front of my squad. There are Troopers the mix. So, I gave him a ride to make the call. In what seemed like forev- now surrounding my squad. As I get out, Anoka and dropped him off on er, Denise opens the door, wearing a bath Denise’s door is opened and I hear her
12 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 13 scream. I swung around to see her being around me and Denise leans in to give am a wreck on the inside and I have been hugged by Captain Kitteridge. I turn back Tim a kiss good bye. It is gut wrenching, up since 1000 the day before. I am running and look at my partners, Trunzo and Han- but now it’s time to go. Lt Hilligoss had on pure adrenaline. But I am up for the son, and I say, “Is he dead? Is Tim dead?” called in the day shift so that the dogwatch challenge. I bring Denise into the kitchen The both looked at me and shook their troopers, who had been at the hospital all and I say, “Where do you shop, what kinds heads yes. At this moment, I am thinking night, could go home. Colonel Chabris of things do you want?” She fills me in and that I didn’t get here in time. Did taking had offered to drive Denise home, but she I got it done. I remember calling the store the time to pick up Mary, or did I not drive had asked if it was okay if I gave her a ride and the manager telling me, “I believe fast enough? Emotion took over. I start- home. Of course! your story, and I will help you, but I need a ed to cry and cry hard. I had failed her. I Captain Mengelkoch did his best to get little more than charge it to the Governor.” walked out of the entrance and was now to the hospital, but he had been too far For the first time in eight hours, I actually out by the helicopter and now can see that away to get there in time. it is a nurse, on the curb, crying. She was The sun is coming up now. the flight nurse that had made the trip Captain Mengelkoch and from Harris to the hospital with Tim. All I make arrangements to of the sudden, someone is tapping me on meet in a parking lot of the shoulder. I need to move my squad. Olson Hwy. We cry again. I pull myself together, and give him my When that meeting is over, squad keys. I walk back into the entrance. we begin the trek back to What do we do know? This wasn’t going Coon Rapids. When we to be how it was going to end. What hap- pull up to the house, there pens now? It had been 17 years since a are approximately 20 peo- Trooper in Minnesota had been killed in ple standing in the drive- the line of duty. way. They were all friends As Denise and Mary walk towards the of Denise and Tim’s, and hospital doors, Mary stops and says, “Ar- they like us are full of en’t you coming with us?” Denise looked emotions. We cry again. Colin Bowe, Nate Sjulstad, Alana Bowe, & Denise Bowe. at me and I say, “I can come with you if I stand off in the back you want.” The next thing I know we are ground as Denise makes laugh a little. Yes I suppose you do need a walking into the hospital. Everyone in her rounds to everyone. But I am right little more info. I get that info and before the hospital was emotional. Nurses were there crying with them. We are now up by I know it, there is food EVERYWHERE. crying, there was a whole different vibe the house and one of the neighbors came And now people and other businesses are then when I had been in there before. We over, laughing asking why they weren’t in- flooding the house with food and gifts. were brought to a waiting area. Colonial vited to the party. They had no idea what The Carlson’s had brought photo albums Chabrias and Lt Colonel Beers arrived. had happened. I step on to the small deck of business trips that Tim had gone on Lt Kim Klawiter, who was the LT on SRT on the front of the house just as the neigh- with them and we looked at those albums team was there now too as was Trp Tony bor is letting out a scream and dropping to for quite awhile. People are coming and Follen. It felt like we sat there for along her knee’s. I am thinking to myself, how going. At some point, Lt Hilligoss asks, Denise Bowe rubbing pencil onto paper over Tim's name. time, I don’t even know how long, because are we ever going to get through this day. or maybe he told me to go home and get truthfully I don’t even know what time it I have been up since about 1000 the day some rest. I tell him I will leave but I will is. People are still being notified. Captain before but there is no way I am leaving be back soon. He also tells me that I will Steve Mengelkoch was the Captain of the Denise, no way. I have, in my mind, be- be assigned to Denise and the Bowe family Golden valley district at that time, and he come her protector. The news media had for at least the next week. I will be at the was at his cabin out west. Again, no cells already canvassed the neighborhood and residence until the funeral. I leave and go back then so they had sent someone to no- a neighbor at the end of the road has let home to see my own kids. I have called tify him. Denise continues to notify Tim’s them set up in his yard. They want a pic- my Dad by this time to tell him what was family and arrangements to get the Bowe’s ture of Denise and the kids. Somewhere going on. My Dad had been a Trooper for home from Missouri are being made. We in the mid-morning, I get word that the 37 years and had just retired one month wait, process and finally need to move on Governor, Arnie Carlson was coming to before. He too had lost two partners in the to the next step. We are ready to leave the the house. Tim had been assigned to the line of duty and he told me he would come hospital but first, Denise needs to say her Governor’s detail at one time and knew stay with my kids so I didn’t have to worry good-bye to Tim. I go with her, along with Governor Carlson personally. When he about that end of things. Lt Klawiter and Trooper Follen. Tim looks and his wife arrived, he looked at me (I am I go home and take a long shower. Get good, and I am doing my best to keep it still in uniform) and he said, “You, point- dressed and go right back to Denise’s. Fi- together. My own experience is still fresh ing at me, you are in charge. I want coffee, nally, the evening has come and people in my mind. My heart aches for Denise juice, donuts etc here and charge it to the have left. It is now quiet and it is dark and their two children. Tony has his arm Governor’s office.” First, me in charge….I outside now. The news media is still set up
14 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 15 four houses down. I made my way around uniform and repeat. kids. I also returned to my normal shift the inside of the house to make sure ev- The night of the wake, I went to the fu- at work. The shift back working the road, erything is locked up. I come back into neral home. There were people lined up I was getting ready for work, and my son the kitchen and there is a picture sitting for a mile to get in to pay their respects. said, “Now don’t get shot mommy.” I an- on top of the desk of Tim holding Colin, There were people who didn’t even know swered as I always did, “I won’t David.” who is nine months old. They look iden- Tim or Denise, they just wanted to be But this time David had a response, “Well tical. So sad that Colin will never know apart of something so big. The next day Alana’s Dad did.” What do you say to a his Dad. I go to my squad to sit and wait was the funeral, and this was really the first four year old when they say that. I could until morning. It begins to hit me know. day that I wasn’t with Denise and it was no longer say I won’t because someone I am exhausted. Its about midnight, all of very strange for me. There was so many close to us had been shot. So my response the sudden I have a knock on my passen- people! The church was filled, and there moving forward was, “I will do my best ger window. It is Denise, in her bath robe. were citizens, officers and news media all David.” My kids lives were now forever She says, “Can we talk”. I respond, “Of standing outside listening to the service on changed too. course.” She gets into my squad, the same a loud speaker. When we left the church I attended several events with Denise seat she had sat in just 12 hours earlier as to make our way to the cemetery, we saw over the summer and was asked to be we made our way to the hospital. I con- people lining the streets, holding signs and her escort in Washington DC when Tim’s fess to her, “I’m sorry, I think I dozed off the American flag. Cars pulled over on the name was put on the Law Enforcement there for a minute.” We both kind of laugh highway and overpasses….it was crazy but Memorial Wall. What an honor to be a about it. We talk until 0500, about every- I had never been so proud to be a State part of it all. I took my family with too to thing. What life will be like going forward. Trooper in that moment. The support for be a part of this awesome tribute to offi- our agency, this family and cers killed in the line of duty. So much law enforcement in general emotion. Officers killed by gunfire, car was overwhelming. crashes, etc, so many stories. So many It took FOREVER to get lives affected. Another event due to trage- all the vehicles into the cem- dy that I will never forget. etery in Anoka off HWY 10. Eventually Tim’s photo was hung up in It was sooooooo HOT be- the district office in Golden Valley. I have sides. The Troopers, Police to admit, when no one was around I would Officers and Deputies were talk to Tim. Tell him how is family is do- all lined up and waiting. We ing and made promises to him that I will were all in Class A uniforms continue to look after Denise and the kids. and overheating. All of the Forward now twenty years. It’s been 20 sudden we see men in auto years and Colin, who was nine months old mechanics uniforms run- when Tim was killed has not been to the ning across Hwy 10 carrying memorial wall. It is time. Alana and De- cases of cold water. They nise had not been back since his name was had emptied their cooler, put on the wall in 1998. So this past May, and storage and then went I along with Denise, Alana, Colin, and De- Denise Bowe rubbing pencil onto paper over Tim's name. to KMART to get more, nise’s sister Diane, went to Washington giving it to everyone stand- DC. Again, I was so honored that Denise How thankful she is that Tim had called ing in the heat. The generosity of people would want me to be apart of this but I her earlier in his shift, and how when the continued to amaze me. When the burial was worried about the emotions it would conversation ended they both told each service was finished, I tried to find De- stir up. The day we went to the memorial, other they loved each other. We talked nise. I found her in the back of the limo. it was raining. I honestly thought it would about whether it is harder to watch some- She rolled down the window. I looked at be a very emotional visit so I had prepared one who is sick die, or to have someone her and she looked at me. In one week I myself for that. We grabbed the paper and you love be taken from you in an instant think I had learned to read Denise pretty the pencil to run over Tim’s name and we with no chance to say goodbye. I guess well. I knew she was done…she needed walked towards his row. We arrive at his we talked about things that widows talk to go home and have some time with the place on the wall. We were all pretty quiet, to each other about. I know this sounds kids. I said, “Will you be okay?” She just but rather than shedding a lot of tears, it strange but I will cherish that conversation looked at me and smiled. I said no more. was more of a quiet moment to reflect and forever. We went our separate ways. I went home bring peace. There were smiles and pho- The next week consisted of people vis- to spend some much needed time with my to’s taken to keep Tim’s memory alive. I iting, flowers and gifts being delivered family. did shed a tear or two, but I am happy that and funeral planning. I spent the whole Over the next several months I contin- the kids have been here so see how hero’s week at the house with Denise, getting a ued to get close to the Bowe family. My like their Dad are honored . couple hours of sleep each morning when kids and I spent time with Denise and the I would go home, sleep, shower, get a fresh
14 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 15 On June 7th, 1997 MN State Patrol Corporal Timothy J. Bowe #489 fell in the line of duty while assisting Chisago County. Corporal Bowe was shot and killed early in the morning while assisting deputies who were responding to a shooting call. Cpl. Bowe and three deputies parked their squads and walked approximately 3/4 of a mile into the se- cluded house. There they spotted a car with the suspect ly- ing across the front seats with his feet hanging out. As they were approaching the vehicle, the suspect sat up and be- gan firing, striking Corporal Bowe in the chin from about 35 yards away. The three Chisago County deputies with him returned fire. Cpl. Bowe died around 0200 hours, approximately one hour after the shooting. Cpl. Bowe was survived by his wife, Denise, and children, Alana and Col- in. Cpl Bowe’s funeral was widely attended by MSP per- sonnel as well as hundreds of officers/deputies/troopers Remembering from all over the nation. Cpl Bowe joined the Minnesota State Patrol in 1982 and served as a road Trooper, a DT instructor, a member of the Executive Protection Detail, and an original member of the Special Response Team. Timothy Bowe June 7th, 2017 marked 20 years since Cpl. Bowe’s death. Former and current members of the MSP Special Re- sponse Team gathered in Anoka at Cpl. Bowe’s gravesite. Over 40 Troopers (some retired) were on hand to honor their teammate, co-worker, and friend. Stories of Tim- my and the kind of person he was, echoed throughout the group. Many people there knew Tim very well, while oth- ers had never met him. Regardless of their relationship with him, Timmy’s spirit was felt by all, as old friends who had not seen each other in years caught up and shared sto- ries about their lives and families. Included in the group was almost every original member of the Special Response Team, giving credit to the line: “Once SRT, always SRT.” A common thread in all of the stories about Cpl. Bowe was his commitment to his family. Those that knew him well, spoke of the value that Tim expressed in the importance of family and how Timmy cher- ished every moment he had with his kids and Denise! After the gathering at the cemetery, the group was hosted by Denise, Alana and Colin at her home in Big Lake for food and beverages and more ca- maraderie. Many people from other areas of Tim’s life were there to be with the family and remember their lost classmate, friend, relative, and a great man. 20 years later, Corporal Tim Bowe’s spirit remains and his memory will continue to be Current and Former with all of those whose lives he Members of SRT touched.
16 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 17 Derek Haehnel Fundraiser In February 2017, Trooper Derek Haehnel, of District 2500, was At noon, the doors opened and supporters of Derek and his diagnosed with Melanoma that would take him off the road and family began showing up for the benefit. The line to get in was out began his battle with cancer. So many of his family, partners, and the door for most of the afternoon. Soon there was standing room friends wanted to do whatever they could to help. We all pulled only. There was a steady flow of supports coming for the benefit together and began planning a fundraiser to assist with medical to contribute to Derek and his family from start to finish. Some bills and expenses. We only had about six weeks to plan, but in knew Derek and some people never met him, but all wanted to true Trooper fashion, we dug in and got the job done. On June help in any way they could. There was a silent auction with many 11th, 2017 a benefit was held for Derek and his family at Maple donated items from all around the state. Thank you to all who Tavern in Maple Grove. donated, helped collect donations and delivered them to us for On the day of the benefit, we thought we were ready and had ev- the auction. There was a Bake Sale, Wine Cork Pull, and we held erything so well organized. That was until Mother Nature showed raffles for several donated guns. We also had an amazing etched us her powers. The morning of the benefit, a massive storm rolled collector’s bottle of Jack Daniels signed by the Master Distiller that through Maple Grove as we were starting to set up for the event. was very impressive. With the amount of rain that fell in such a short time, the ven- At the end of the afternoon, it was humbling to look back at ue where we were setting up began to flood. Once again, we all the hundreds of people who came out on a Sunday afternoon to came together and were able to clean up the standing water and support Derek. It was easy to see that he is a great Trooper and used every minute to prepare for what we hoped would be a good has built many relationships with his partners and community. turnout. We raised a good amount financially to help support Derek and his family. We also stand together with him as friends, family, and partners who will support him as he continues his fight. “Great battles are only given to great warriors”. Mahatma Gandhi.
Above: Volunteers at the Fundraiser Below: Holly, Eve, Derek and Leo
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16 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 17 The MSP Training and Development Staff: Captain Eric Barthel Lt. Andrew Thelen Lt. Kelly Mager Lt. Don Marose Sgt. Preston Cruser Sgt. Jason Halvorson Sgt. Scott Zehr Sgt. Ruben Marichalar Sgt. Azzahya Williams The 58th Sgt. Kelly Phillips Sgt. Lance Langford Administrative Support, Sarah Robinson Academy Administrative Support, Tara Hengtgen Administrative Support, Kathy Craft Academy Aide-de-camp: of the Academy Staff Officer, Sgt. Mike Roach Academy Staff Officer, Trooper Jason Brown Minnesota Academy Staff Officer, Trooper Jason Nelson Academy Staff Officer, Trooper Sara Bye State Patrol Academy Staff Officer, Trooper Luke Millette Academy Administrative Support, Christine Casperson Each class selects a name for their group, posted upon their Guidon. The 58h chose “Stoic XVII’s”. Congratulations to each as they earn their title as Minnesota State Troopers! OATH OF MINNESOTA STATE TROOPER I do solemnly swear, To support the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution and laws of the State of Minnesota, and that I will faithfully and im- partially discharge the duties of State Patrol Trooper employed and designated under and pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 299D, and all acts amendatory thereto; To serve the State of Minnesota and the United States of America honestly and faithfully and at all times fulfill my oath as State Patrol Trooper; To be loyal to my supervisors and fellow Troopers and obey and enforce the law without fear, favor or discrimination as to class, color, race or creed; To help those in danger or distress and, if necessity arise, lay down my life rather than swerve from the path of duty; and To conduct myself at all times in accordance with the highest moral standards and never commit any act that will reflect discredit on the Minnesota State Patrol or any member thereof. All this I solemnly swear to the best of my knowledge and ability, so help me, God. The 58th Academy of the Minnesota State Patrol.
18 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 19 e 58th Academy of the Minnesota State Patrol Colonel Matt Langer’s Commencement Address
Congratulations on your accomplishment. steadfast commitment to treating others with respect. Today, you share this momentous event with friends While you will not always be on the receiving end and family. Without their support and encourage- of respect with those you come into contact with, ment, your journey through the past 17 weeks would you will always be on the giving end of respect. It is have been much more di cult, if not impossible. To something our agency believes in to the depth of our quote a line from a James Taylor song, “ e secret core. to life is enjoying the passage of time.” While I am Integrity – ere is no compromise. A vet- certain there were times during the academy that eran and now retired Trooper was giving advice one were di cult to enjoy, I encourage you to enjoy this day to another co-worker who was nervous about moment. Let go of the stress you le behind at Camp an upcoming deposition. He said, “Depositions are Ripley and do not worry today about the next phase easy; all you have to do is tell the truth.” Telling the of your training. Instead, enjoy the passage of time truth, even when it is not attering, is critical for knowing this moment - grad- your future success. uation - will live in your heart for the rest of your life. e public holds our agency in high regard and the best way to retain that trust is through our On behalf of the en- individual and collective integrity. tire State Patrol, we are glad to share this moment with Courage – I suspect your courage was tested you. As your new extended during the academy. Maybe it was through a rst family, we celebrate and taste of leadership. Leading a group of others takes grieve together. Like your skill and o en times, courage. Maybe it was during Col. Matt Langer addresses friends and family, we are the 58th academy. defensive tactics. Maybe it was dragging yourself equally proud of you. We back to Camp Ripley on a Sunday a ernoon a er a know what you have gone through to get to this point tearful goodbye. Maybe it was standing up for what and realize many others tried, but were unsuccess- occurred even when it was not popular. Courage ful. Who we have on the stage today are those who comes in many forms, but all are necessary for your have proven to us they have what it takes to be State safety and success. Troopers. Honor – By now, you know how deep and You have what it takes to focus on our mis- rich the history of the State Patrol runs. What we sion and to be eective toward tra c and public stand for started with the wisdom of our state legisla- safety. You have what it takes to wear our badge and ture in 1929. roughout our history, we have grown to wear our uniform with pride. You have what it through challenge and success. Along the way, we takes to represent the State Patrol in all that you do. remember those we have lost and we honor them by We trust you, and so does the public. leaving the agency in a better place than when we found it. We honor them in our daily actions, reec- Since January, we have tested you for adher- tive of these core values. ence to our core values. Respect – You would not have made it to this point without demonstrating a
18 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 19 And nally, Excellence. Maybe you grew up hospital following a crash involving injury or death. under the rule “If you aren’t going to do it right, don’t You will encounter people in crisis. Homeless people. do it at all.” We strive for excellence in all that we do. Distraught people. Grieving people. Angry people. While that does not guarantee perfection, it does guar- Please notice I said you have the opportunity to nd antee support for our work as we demonstrate that we people at their worst. While it might not be pleasant at are trying to the best of our ability. the time, so much good can come out of these oppor- tunities. Without question, you had to demonstrate excellence to survive in the academy. Remember dur- Like a death noti cation almost 25 years ago ing the rst week when I visited and we talked about that resulted in a woman keeping the Trooper’s busi- how things will get better? Our discussion might be ness card sacred and with her each day since. Like lost in the fuzz of that rst week, but I explained that when a woman oered her arresting Trooper her the academy actually does not get any easier a er day one-year sobriety pin, one year a er the night she was one. What makes it feel easier is the fact that you im- arrested for impaired driving – a powerful statement of prove. You gure out how to attain excellence, adapt, thanks a er one year of sobriety that would not have and work together as a group – and that is what makes happened without an arrest. Like the opportunity I both the academy and your work feel easier. had several months ago to look a four-year-old girl paralyzed by an impaired driver in the eyes and talk Today we are lucky to have several victims and about what happened to her family. Speaking with her survivors of tra c crashes here to witness your gradu- and her family had a profound impact on my steadfast ation (welcome and applause). ey were invited again commitment to our work related to impaired drivers. as a public testament to our commitment to the cause Troopers sending cards remembering victims, follow- and symbolic of our vow never to forget those who ing up to see how people are doing, working together have lost a loved one because of someone else’s poor to tell stories aimed at prevention, the list goes on. choice. You are embarking on a remarkable career. Amazing professional relationships have been formed is career aords you the guaranteed oppor- by State Troopers having the opportunity, through tunity to transform lives. Not very many careers come their noble work, to be involved with someone who with that same opportunity, let alone a guarantee. was found at their worst. rough your enforcement and educational eorts, While you will undoubtedly face some terrible you will change behavior. at change in behavior will circumstances during your future work, it is important save lives – know that in your heart. Each opportunity to remember that the vast majority of your interactions to interact with someone is another opportunity to are not this way. It is important not to allow yourself spread our message. A message that we know works. to be swept up in the current of negativity. e human Follow our message, and we will make our roads safer. mind is an interesting study. Dallas Willard said, “e You will also have a unique opportunity to nd ultimate power we have as human beings, is the abil- people at their worst. Maybe that will occur while ity to control what we allow our minds to dwell upon.” delivering a death noti cation. e only thing worse Do not dwell upon the negative. Remember, those than giving a death noti cation is receiving a death situations are opportunities to deal with people when noti cation. You will encounter people at rock bottom they are at their worst and o en times, those opportu- during impaired driving arrests. You will visit with nities transform into meaningful and lasting improve- victims, survivors, friends, and family members at the ments for those involved. You are in complete control
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20 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 21 e 58th Academy of the Minnesota State Patrol Class Speaker, Trooper Andrew Anderson Commencement Address
On behalf of the 58th Academy of the Minne- being displayed in their photograph. And I don’t care sota State Patrol, thank you for attending this special what the other cadets said, I thought it was a very nice occasion. Today, we nally get to celebrate the tran- sweater. During lunch when cadets announced work sition from Cadets to State Troopers. details, you might see a cadet unable to pronounce Gerhardt a er being corrected many times. During It seems like just yesterday, but we began our rearms, there was a cadet protecting his hands ever journey four months ago; not knowing what to expect; so carefully be- not knowing each other; not knowing if we would cause they needed make it; and de nitely not knowing how to march to- to play guitar on gether in a formation. ose uncertainties along with the weekends. One pressures to perform at the highest level created what evening, dozens of is called a Modi ed Stress Academy. To me, it would cadets were franti- make sense to just call it an extremely stressful, emo- cally searching the tionally and physically demanding, long and drawn entire billet out academy, but I suppose that is a bit too wordy. parking lot look- Trp. Anderson ing for a lost set of car keys delivers his e academy started o pretty well. On Sun- that were never actually lost. commencement day evening, a er our families le from orientation, I am very sorry about that! address. we were treated to pizza for supper and had a few We also had these very im- laughs. ere was hope in the air. We thought maybe portant maroon binders that we carried all over Camp it was not going to be as bad as the rumors we heard. Ripley. Well, one of the cadets le the binder on a car en, reality set in Monday morning at about 4:28 AM while coming back from training in Little Falls. at as I heard what sounded like someone breaking down ever important binder did not make the trip home. my door. at is when it sunk in. at is when I real- ized there would be no more pizza, or laughter, and Since the State Patrol’s inception in 1929, the hope quickly faded. You have maybe heard some every academy has endured similar struggles and of the stories, or legends if you will that followed. It experiences in this type of stressful environment. at was not uncommon to hear a cadet call a sir “ma’am” common ground is rare and makes this academy ex- and vice versa or notice a cadet with their sweatpants perience unique. ese struggles have brought us to- on backwards during PT, as evidenced by the badge gether and made us stronger. on the backside instead of the front. You might hear a cadet accidentally yell “front leaning rest” in some We have received some of the highest quality type unknown dialect. training and education there is available in public safe- ty. Many of our instructors are some the best in their We had to bring photos of our family and our- respective areas of training expertise. ey provided selves and display them in our billet rooms. During us with the necessary tools, knowledge and con dence inspection, you might hear a cadet having to reveal to needed to be successful in making a di erence. ere sta that his mother picked out a nice sweater which is were over 100 instructors that assisted in the growth
22 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 23 of the men and women of the 58th Academy. We thank Some of the key contributors to the success of you all for your time, patience and valuable lessons. this class are no doubt sitting quietly here today: Our families and our friends who have prepared us to un- As the academy progressed, it became evident dertake this challenge. You encouraged us to continue that the amount of work taking place behind the scenes our endeavor, even though on Sunday nights we said was extraordinary. e complexity of planning, sched- were not going back to Camp Ripley. You answered uling, sta ng, and coordinating resources and training those brief and emotional phone calls during the week facilities is no doubt a very di cult task. e academy and told us what we needed to hear. You sent us letters sta is responsible for much of this, however there are which kept our spirits up, and motivated us to continue. others involved that deserve acknowledgement. Sup- Perhaps you fought through this academy too, as you port sta members Sarah Robinson, Tara Hengtgen, faced di culties at home without your cadet there to Kathy Cra , Christine Casperson, as well as Training help. So today, hold your head high and be proud as Academy Director Lieutenant Andy elen and Direc- you watch your cadet become a State Trooper, for you tor of Training Captain Eric Barthel. We appreciate too have also earned this. We thank you for your love your hard work and dedication to this academy. and support.
We would like to extend our appreciation to our To the 58th: We could not have accomplished Academy Sta for all they have done. e academy is this without each other. I’m proud to say I am part of an exhausting experience, not only for the cadets, but this group of exceptional men and women. We saw the sta as well. ey too, were away from their families rst-hand that working as a team kept all of our di cult and normal life during much of the academy. ey have challenges within reach. Now, instead of working to- been there with us every step of the way. e sta had gether to avoid gigs, we will work together to save lives to wake up before us and go to bed later than us. When and prevent tragedies on our roadways. Let us do so we were nished working out they had to get changed while representing the MN State Patrol’s core values and before us and then provide motivation for us to move a respect those we serve, maintain integrity at all costs, little faster. Let me tell you, they can get changed very display courage no matter what the danger, honor those quickly. ese troopers have shown their commitment that have gone before us and their traditions, and lastly to the Minnesota State Patrol’s future by ensuring the always do our best and strive for excellence. ank you cadets perform at their highest level. Because of their and stay safe out there. e orts, I think it’s also safe to say that the 58th Academy can claim that highly disputed status as the most di - cult academy yet.
Our academy sta includes Lieutenant Kelly Mager, Technical Sergeants Preston Cruser, Scott Zehr, Ruben Marichalar and Jason Halvorson, Sergeant Mi- chael Roach, Troopers Luke Millette, Jason Nelson, Ja- son Brown, and Sara Bye. e 58th Academy would like to thank you all for your commitment to making us better.
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Trooper Triggs has his badge pinned on by his friend, Trooper Ouellette.
Trooper Haugstad retires the guidon from the 58th Academy.
Col. Langer addresses the new Troopers, their families, Trooper Minwegen being and friends. congragulated by family a er graduation.
Trooper Schmidt’s badge was pinned on by a family member.
58th Academy Sta during graduation speeches.
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Trooper Lohmann’s father pinned his badge.
Members of the 58th Academy stand at attention waiting to take the oath of the Minnesota State Trooper.
O cer Gerhard, Blaine PD, pins his wife, Trooper Megan Gerhard’s Trooper Diahn Zeon’s family pins his badge badge. on him.
e 58th MN State Patrol Academy and TDS sta with Col. Langer and Lt. Col. Schrofer.
24 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 25 Minnesota State Patrol’s 58th Graduating Class
Trp. Cory Amundson SP619 Trp. Andrew Anderson SP34 Trp. Andrew Arredondo SP51 I grew up in Barnesville MN. I went I am from the Alexandria, MN area I am from Rich eld, MN. I enjoy to college at M-State in Moorhead and have been married 5 years. I running and watching sports. I have where I received my Associates have a 2 year old daughter and a bachelor’s of science degree from degree in Criminal Justice. I at- expecting another baby in July. I Minnesota State University, Manka- tended skill in the Summer of 2012 possess an AA degree with business to in Law Enforcement. Prior to at Alexandria Tech. My rst job emphasis as well as a LE Transition joining the Minnesota State Patrol, was with Lake Park PD who I was Certi cate through Alex Tech. I have I worked as a corrections o cer for employed with for just over a year. I worked as a Deputy Sheri for Otter the Sherburne County Sheri ’s Of- also worked with East Grand Forks Tail and Roseau Counties, as well as ce. I will be stationed in the ief PD for approximately a year in a additional part-time work for several River Falls 3230 beat. half. I am engaged and will be get- municipalities. My station will be ting married this September. 3140: International Falls.
Trp. Taylor Berg SP90 Trp. Aaron Bommersbach SP45 Trp. Abigail Burch SP271 I am from Moorhead, MN. I am I am from Twin Valley, MN. I am I am from Remer, MN. I grew up engaged to be married December an avid outdoorsman. All of my free within a law enforcement family and 3rd. I have an associate’s degree time is spent hunting and shing. I have one twin sister and a younger from MState in Criminal Justice. have a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife sister. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Prior to the Minnesota State Patrol I Management and Criminal Justice Criminal Justice from Bemidji State was employed as a Police O cer for from Dakota Wesleyan University University. Prior to joining the State Glyndon Police Department for one in Mitchell, SD. Prior to joining the Patrol I nished my law enforcement year. I am also enlisted in the North state patrol I worked as a part time skills program through Hibbing Dakota Army National Guard with sheri ’s deputy while nishing up Community College. I will be sta- the 191st Military Police Company. my degree. I will be stationed in the tioned in Hibbing 3120 beat. I will be stationed in the ief River Bagley 3220 beat. Falls 3240 beat.
26 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 27 Trp. Jacob Christopherson SP235 Trp. Robert Elwood III SP618 Trp. Benjamin Farrell SP117 I am from Sturgeon Lake, MN. I I am from Rochester, MN. Prior I am from Austin MN. I am recently graduated from e University of to joining the State Patrol I was a married as of this May. I have an Minnesota-Crookston in December Community Service O cer at the associate’s degree from Riverland of 2016 with my bachelor’s degree Rochester Police Department and Community College in Law En- in Natural Resources-Law Enforce- obtained a Bachelor’s degree in forcement and a Bachelor’s degree ment. I have no prior experience Criminal Justice from Bemidji State in Natural Resource Management with law enforcement. I will be sta- University. I served eight years in the from the University of Minnesota tioned in the Hibbing 3120 beat. Army Reserves as a Medic. I have a Crookston. Prior to joining the state wife and 1 year old daughter. I will patrol I worked for the DNR for four be stationed in the 2130 beat. years and nished my Bachelor’s degree. I will be stationed in the Marshall 2320 beat.
Trp. Josiah Feth SP627 Trp. Megan Gerhard SP623 Trp. Zachary Hansen SP635 I am from Cotton, MN and I was born in Ft. Collins Colorado My name is Zachary Hansen and I currently Forbes with my wife of and currently live in Blaine. I’ve was raised in the City of Coon Rap- a year and a half. My hobbies are been married for two years and ids, where I graduated high school. I hunting and shing. I have been in have two dogs. I have my degree in received my Bachelors degree from the military for 7 years. I am cur- criminal justice. Prior to working Hamline University where I was also rently stationed 3110. state patrol I was a dispatcher for a member of the track and eld team Anoka County. I will be stationed in where I ran hurdles. I worked for the the Minneapolis 4550 beat. City of Williston, ND as a patrolman for three years prior to joining the State Patrol. I am currently assigned to the 4460 station (St. Paul).
26 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 27 Trp. Garrett Haugstad SP622 Trp. Peter Jackson SP630 Trp. Alexander Johnson SP558 I am from Duluth but have lived in I am from Lakeville, MN. I am I am from Oakdale MN. I have been the Minneapolis area for over ve married and have a 2 year old son married to my wife Kelly for just years. I have an associate’s degree in named Joe. I have a Bachelor’s over one year. I graduated from the Criminal Justice from North Hen- Degree from Augsburg College University of Minnesota – Duluth in nepin Community College. Prior in History. Prior to joining the 2015 with a BA in Psychology. Prior to joining the State Patrol I served State Patrol I worked for Donaldson to joining the MN State Patrols as Military Police in the Marine Company out of Bloomington, MN LETO program I was a juvenile pro- Corps, worked at Lifetime Fitness as working as a Sr. Inside Sales Repre- bation o cer for Anoka county for a personal trainer, and was a Deten- sentative. I will be stationed in the about 18 months. I will be stationed tion Deputy for Hennepin County West Metro 4550 beat. at the 4460 beat in St. Paul. Jail. I will be stationed in the Golden Valley District 4550.
Trp. Trevor Klatt SP46 Trp. Anton Knack SP607 Trp. Sarah Krueger SP628 I am from Grand Rapids, MN, and I am originally from Prior Lake, I’m from Talmoon, MN. I joined will be stationed out of the 3110 of- MN. I went to Lakeville South the State Patrol through the LETO ce. I recently graduated from Bemi- High School where I participated program. I have a Masters degree dji State University in the spring in swimming, cross country run- in Business from the University of of 2016 with a bachelor’s degree in ning and soccer. I then attended the Wisconsin. Before joining the patrol criminal justice/law enforcement. University of Minnesota Duluth and I worked in a pharmaceutical distri- Prior to joining the State Patrol, I graduated in 2015 with a degree in bution center. I’m stationed in the worked as a Correctional O cer criminology. Prior to joining the ief River Falls 3260 beat. with the Beltrami County Sheri ’s State Patrol, I worked for the Crow O ce and a Parking Enforcement Wing County Sheri ’s department O cer with the Bemidji Police De- as a boat and water patrol deputy. I partment. am currently assigned to the 4550. 28 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 29 Trp. Albert Kuehne SP624 Trp. Joshua Kuisle SP629 Trp. Ben Lockman SP633 I am from Watertown, Minnesota. I am originally from Fairmont, MN. I am from Lino Lakes MN, I am I currently am living in Dayton I’ve been married to my wife, Nicole, recently engaged to be married. I with my girlfriend. I have my A.S. for 4 years. We have one son named graduated from UMD in 2016 with Degree from Alex Tech and my B.S. Kian and another son due in June. Criminology and Sociology degrees. from St. Cloud State in Criminal Prior to joining the State Patrol, I A er graduation I worked for Meth- Justice. I have been in the Army for was a Captain with the Eagle Grove odist Hospital as safety and security 14 years. My hobby is riding my Police Department, in Iowa, where while going through the background motorcycle. I am currently stationed I worked for 8 ½ years. I will be process for LETO. I will be stationed in the 4550 station. stationed in Fairmont (2210). in downtown St. Paul 4460.
Trp. Joshua Lohmann SP620 Trp. Jeremiah Lund SP168 Trp. Jacob Miller SP637 I am from Hastings MN. I have a I have lived most of my childhood in I am from Forest Lake MN, I have a Bachelor’s degree in Law Enforce- Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. bachelor’s degree in Sociology with ment from Minnesota State Univer- My father is a retired police o cer a minor in Criminal Justice from the sity, Mankato. Prior to joining the and my two younger brothers are University of Wisconsin-River Falls. state patrol I worked as a Homeland o cers in the metro. My mother has Prior to joining the State Patrol, I Security Contractor. I will be sta- been as a secretary at a few metro worked at the Washington County tioned in the West Metro 4550 beat. police departments. I was a Saint Sheri ’s O ce as a correctional o - Cloud Police O cer for just over cer. In my spare time I enjoy work- 10 years prior to joining the State ing on classic cars. I will be stationed Patrol. My wife and I have a daugh- in the 4550 beat and am very excited ter that turns two this August and to start a career with the State Patrol. expecting our second child in June.
28 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 29 Trp. Jacob Minwegen SP294 Trp. Jordan Mondeel SP561 Trp. Cody Pederson SP478 I am from Forest Lake, MN. I grew I am from Albert Lea, Minnesota. I I am from Superior, Wi. I am en- up in a family of 8 sister and 7 received an associate’s degree in Law gaged and we are getting married brothers. One of my brothers is cur- Enforcement from Riverland Com- September 2018. I went through rently prusing a career in LE. I am munity College and attended skills at the LETO program. I have a B.A. a bee keeper and have an orchard Rochester Community and Tech- Criminal Justice with a minor in of 50 fruit trees on my property. I nical College. Prior to joining the psychology from St. Cloud State enjoy hunting, shing, and all things state patrol I worked as a full-time University. Prior to joining the State outdoors. I have a four year degree detention deputy for Mower County Patrol I worked as a 911 Dispatcher from Metro State University in and Part-time O cer for Wells for Scott County. I am stationed in Law Enforcement. I am currently Police Department. I am currently 4450. stationed in 3110. stationed in the Marshall 2310 beat.
Trp. Brandon Prowatzke SP456 Trp. Tyler Regenscheid SP574 Trp. Jacob Ristau SP227 I am from Maple Lake, Minnesota. I am from Lino Lakes MN. I have I am from Preston MN. I recently I have a Bachelor’s degree in Crimi- two bachelor’s degrees from the got engaged and now we live in nology from the University of Min- University of Minnesota Duluth in Lake eld MN. I have an Associates nesota, Duluth. I have no prior law Criminology and Finance. Prior to Degree in law Enforcement from enforcement experience but I was joining the State Patrol I worked as a Rochester Community and Tech- an intern with the State Patrol in the ramp agent for Delta Global Services nical College. Prior to joining the 2700 Duluth District in the spring at the Duluth International Airport. Minnesota State Patrol I worked as a of 2016. I will be lling a temporary I will be stationed in Minneapolis Police O cer for the city of Preston assignment in the Marshall 2340 sta- with the 4550 beat. MN. I also was a fulltime detention tion. I am assigned to the Marshall deputy in the Mower County Jail. 2310 station. I will be stationed in the Marshall 2310 beat.
30 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 31 Trp. Jacob Ruppert SP634 Trp. Kara Schmidt SP632 Trp. Trevor Schmidt SP631 I grew up in Worthington, MN. I I am from Zumbro Falls, MN. I I was born and raised in Fosston, graduated from Minnesota State graduated from RCTC with an MN. I received my Associates University, Mankato with a Bach- Associate in Applied Science degree Degree in Criminal Justice from elor’s degree in Law Enforcement In Law Enforcement. Prior to Minnesota State Community & in 2006. I worked as City of Blue starting the State Patrol I was a 911 Technical College: Moorhead in May Earth Police O cer for 2 years and dispatcher for Dodge County. of 2016. I attended skills at Alex. a Deputy Sheri for the Martin I will be stationed in the Mankato Tech in the summer of 2016. I am County Sheri ’s O ce for 8 years. I 2210 beat. stationed in ief River Falls 3230. have a wife and three children. I am stationed in the Mankato 2210 beat.
Trp. Scott Serre SP282 Trp. Garrin Silbernagel SP345 Trp. Ryan Sunderland SP621 I am originally from Duluth, MN, I grew up in Burnsville Minnesota. I am from Lino Lakes MN. I have but recently moved from New I attended Inver Hills Community a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Hope, MN. I received my Bachelor’s College where I obtained my Asso- and Sports Science from Hamline Degree in Criminal Justice from the ciates Degree in Law Enforcement. University and a Associates degree University of Wisconsin Superior. I served four years in the Marine in Law Enforcement from Rasmus- I have previously worked for Sher- Corps. I previously worked for the sen College. Prior to joining the burne County Jail as a Correctional Metro Transit Police Department for state patrol I worked for the family O cer and the City of Plymouth, two years. I will be assigned to the company at T-Ray Construction for MN as a Police O cer. I will be sta- Richeld 4450 station. six years. I will be stationed in the St. tioned in the St. Cloud 2630 beat. Paul 4460 beat.
30 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 31 Trp. Curtis Triggs SP625 Trp. Leif Vandersteen SP42 Trp. Diahn Zeon SP253 I have been married for six years and I was born and raised in Saint Paul. I am originally from Liberia, moved I have three children. I received my I earned my Bachelor’s degree to Minnesota when I was six months associates degree in law enforcement from Luther College in Sociology old. I lived in Philadelphia for two from North Hennepin. Prior to and Women and Gender Studies. years and moved back to Minne- joining the State Patrol I worked for Along the way I have worked as a sota. I have a bachelor’s degree from ve years in Medtronic Corporate wilderness canoe counselor in the Concordia University-St Paul with Security. I will be stationed in the Boundary Waters, tutored the ACT a major in Criminal Justice and 4550 beat. through Americorps, worked as minor in Sociology. Prior to joining a shoe cobbler, and worked in the the state patrol I was a correctional Ramsey County Jail. I will be sta- o cer at MCF-Stillwater for a little tioned in the Rich eld 4450 beat. over 2 years. I will be stationed in the West Metro 4550 beat.
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32 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 33 The Minnesota State Patrol’s Canine Program recently added three new Canine teams bringing the total to 15 Narcotic De- New Canines tection teams and 1 Explosive Detection team. On June 2, 2017, Trooper Kyle Goodwin – K9 Keno, Trooper Austin Christensen – K9 King and Trooper Shaun Leshovsky – K9 Remi successfully completed a 5-week Handler School instructed by Sgt. Chad Mills and Handlers and Trp. Derrick Hagen. This will increase the State Patrol Canine Unit’s effectiveness in stopping the flow of illegal Drugs entering the State. MSP Canine teams have conducted 378 deployments the added to the first six months of 2017 resulting in the seizure of $519,984 in drug proceeds, 1150 Lbs. of Marijuana, 116 Lbs. of Methamphet- State Patrol amine, 17.5 lbs. of Cocaine and 13.5 lbs. of Heroin. Canine Unity in 2017 Submitted by Sgt. Chad Mills, Canine Unit Coordinator
Trooper Austin Christensen and K9 King (D2300)
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32 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 33 “Phil, I want you to go home to Mankato and get your Marines and form up a Color Guard”. These were the words of State Patrol Lt. Colonel Gerald Kittridge to Sgt. Phil Hodapp in 1977. Sgt. Hodapp had just woken from a deep sleep as he rested overnight at the Minnesota State Patrol Training Center in Arden Hills. A young Minnesota State Trooper had come into the barracks, call- ing Hodapp’s name, to inform him that there was an emergen- Honor cy request for him to call home. Sgt. Hodapp walked down and called home. He reached his wife, who explained she did not know of any news and the call had not come from her. Sgt. Hodapp then called radio and spoke with Radio Communications Oper- ator Mike Lowe. RCO Lowe explained to him that their Captain, Guard Mankato District Captain John Strait, had died unexpectedly at his home of a likely heart attack. Sgt. Hodapp began making noti- Submitted by fications to his chain of command. He started with Lt. Col Gerald Kittridge, and during that conversation, Sgt. Hodapp received the Gabe Cornish SP 112 order to return home and form what would become the first Min- nesota State Patrol Color Guard. Sgt. Hodapp returned to Mankato began setting up the de- tails of Captain Straight’s funeral. The first MSP Color Guard,
The Original MSP Honor Guard 1977 Captain Strait Funeral. Left to Right: Tom Ceiluch, Ted Mikle (US Flag), Tom Nuesse (MN Flag), Stan Solberg, Phil Hodapp
34 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 35 handpicked by Hodapp, would be made of “Phil’s Marines” from the Mankato State Patrol District. Original members included Stan Solbreg-Navy, Rich Abra- ham-Marine, Terry McGovern-Air Force, Tom Nuesse-Marine, Ted Mikle- Marine. Sgt. Hodapp realized there would be many Troopers from both inside and outside the Mankato area coming to town. The State Patrol had no official flag at this point in its history, so at his request, his wife Kathleen spent the days before the funeral design- ing and sewing the first Minnesota State Patrol guidon. The small, maroon, rect- angular cloth guidon, adorned with gold fringe and gold “MSP” letters, was affixed to a steel pole. Carried by Mankato Troop- er Rich Abraham, it helped assemble the 100 plus Troopers who arrived to honor Captain Strait. Captain Strait’s casket was carried by his fellow Captains from across the State. Years later, when Sgt. Hodapp’s wife Kathleen succumbed to cancer, State Patrol Colonel Kevin Kittridge authorized Trooper Abraham to walk behind her cas- ket carrying the guidon. Colonel Kittridge Left to Right: stated in her eulogy, “This is because she Stan Solberg; Al Loney; Ted Mikle; Don Keepers (MSP Hat); Tom Nuesse; is the matriarch of the State Patrol Color Rich Abraham Guard.” Following Captain Straight’s funeral, the MSP Color Guard continued on, rep- resenting the State Patrol at many funerals of retired Troopers across the State. Sgt. Hodapp would eventually become Lt. Hodapp. Retired Lt. Hodapp recollects how the core group of Mankato Troopers would stay committed to the cause over the years. When called upon, they would do what it took to assemble the group; sometimes being flown to the far reaches of the State to ensure the families’ of our fallen were supported. Hodapp explained that Central Office was always very sup- portive of their efforts. He remembers different Troopers stepping up to fill in if an original group member could not make a detail. Names like Don Monson, Keith Simonette, Al Loney, Tom Ceiluch and Kevin Guggisberg come to mind. Hodapp said he apologizes if he does not recall oth- er specific names, but knows there were others who helped. Lt. Hodapp points out that their uni- form of the day was the Class A Blouse, Left to Right: but at that time the Class A blouse was Lt. Kim Klawiter; Trooper John Mott; Trooper Gary Schloesser; Trooper Gloria Yarusso
34 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 35 also their regular winter uniform. The Mat’s many years of faithful service to the according to Lt. Klawiter. Klawiter spe- swivel holster they had at the time allowed Minnesota State Patrol Troopers Associa- cifically cited the support of then Captain for drawing the firearm if needed...a tion resulted in many of the contractual Kevin Kittridge as being instrumental in change he hints he wishes would come benefits Troopers enjoy today. Mat spent keeping the Honor Guard active. back around. Hodapp also worked with many late nights and long days working at The Color Guard continued for years Sgt. Ted Martinson, assigned to the MSP the legislature and on various boards and under Klawiter’s command. Klawiter, a Central office at the time, to design and committees, working on behalf of Trooper veteran of the US Army, took the role of order the first Minnesota State Patrol flag. contracts and pensions. Today, Mat’s son leading the Color Guard very seriously. He At Phil’s suggestion, the MSP Badge was Nathan serves as a Trooper in the West too demanded the best out of his Troop- used as the flag’s centerpiece, in lieu of the Metro. Nathan’s mother Lori recently re- ers. Klawiter also served on the Minnesota patch. tired after 34 years as a Trooper, retiring as Law Enforcement Memorial Association, The MSP Color Guard not only served a Captain. and along with retired Fridley Police Chief at funerals, but they also presented the As the Mankato based MSP Color Guard Don Abbott, helped form the LEMA Hon- Colors in other venues, such as Minneso- group moved closer to and into retire- or Guard Camp. Klawiter’s leadership ta Vikings games and other public events. ment, Lt. David Stout of the State Patrol’s in both the MSP Color Guard and with Phil Hodapp had high standards for his East Metro district began taking a lead- LEMA are well known to many officers men. Phil had served in the USMC un- ership role in continuing the State Patrol throughout the State. For many years, if der General Chesty Puller and he expected Color Guard. According to retired Lt. Kim there was a Law Enforcement related fu- the best. After serving in the Marines, Phil Klawiter, he worked with Lt. Dave Stout neral or ceremony, you could count on also drilled as a member of the Army Re- as a part of the first Color Guard group in Kim Klawiter’s presence to ensure things serve. He became very active in his local the metro area. Klawiter recalls the Honor were running smoothly. Today Klawiter American Legion Honor Guard. Guard being composed of Lt. Dave Stout, remains active in LEMA, but you may also Over the years, the Minnesota State Pa- Trooper Kim Klawiter, Trooper John Mott, recognize him as he walks the sidelines trol Color Guard has appreciated the sup- and Trooper Gary Schloesser. They too of a Vikings game on Sunday afternoons. port of various military units. Hodapp stayed active in doing funerals and public Today Klawiter serves as the MN Vikings recalls how the original white gloves the events. Director of Security. team wore, the flag carrying straps and Retired Trooper Paul Skoglund of- Another familiar face at many ceremo- national and state flags were donated by ten stood guard with Lt. Klawiter at the nial events involving the State Patrol over Mankato’s VFW 950 and American Le- Minnesota Police Officers Memorial, the years was retired Major Bob Meyerson. gion Post 11. The support of the military then housed at the MSP Airport, during For many years, Meyerson sang the Na- to our unit continues today, as we the MSP National Police Week. Skoglund also as- tional Anthem at law enforcement events Color Guard recently received training sisted with funerals. In 1991 Skoglund statewide. He had also began filling in from members of the Minnesota Military and Lt. Stout drove a 1991, Ford Class B for the Honor Guard with Lt. Klawiter’s Funeral Honors Team on ceremonial flag squad to Washington D.C. to take part group. Eventually, upon the retirement folding. in the inaugural opening of the National of Lt. Klawiter in 2002, then Lt. Meyerson Throughout his storied career with the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial wall. was tasked with taking over the command MSP, Hodapp was also a pusher at sev- Skoglund said it was a high honor to have of the group. Meyerson states that he took eral State Patrol academies; he attended been asked to represent the MSP in that great pride in this assignment. the FBI leadership academy in Quantico fashion. He recalls many people coming In 2007 Chief Mark Dunaski further for- and even drilled with the US Army’s Old up for photos of the squad and the Class malized the role of the MSP Honor Guard. Guard in Arlington, VA. After 34 years A uniforms due to their unique nature A Chief’s Memo and General Order were of faithful and dedicated service, he re- and color. At the end of the event, Sko- issued increasing the size of the unit to 30 tired. Phil’s shining example of integrity glund was able to speak with the family of Troopers. Then Lt. Jeff Huettl also came and public service continues to live on in a recently fallen Officer. It was a very poi- on board. Together, Meyerson and Huet- the Minnesota law enforcement. His son gnant moment. tl began a regular rotation of twice a year Phil Jr, who first served as a Texas State One change appearing to the uniform training sessions for the unit, along with Trooper, and then as a Minnesota Bureau during this time was the black stripe down increased participation at public events. of Criminal Apprehension Agent, is now the trouser. When Lt. Dave Stout trans- The unit then included Troopers from the Sheriff of Beltrami County. Phil Jr.’s ferred to the Duluth District, the Color nearly every District across the State. son Jake, is a BCA Agent and his other son Guard consisted of Kim Klawiter, Gary There was also an increase in the issuance Tim, having served two tours as a Machine Schloesser, John Mock and Gloria Yarus- of specialized equipment, such as metal Gun Section Leader in Afghanistan, now so. Troopers John Mott and Ed Carroll heel clickers, corfram shoes, a complete serves as a Criminal Investigator Agent would often fill in as needed. Later, the second fully equipped Class A blouse, high at Camp Lejeune. Phil’s son Mat served group would include Trooper Eric Zastro, gloss hat strap, hard-side hat carrier and 30 years as a Minnesota State Trooper. Lt. Colonel Shelly Schrofer, and others embroidered garment bags. Both Meyer-
36 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 37 son and Huettl talk about the great pride pervisors from the past that paved the way forts of prior members of the MSP Honor in leading the MSP Honor Guard. They for where the Honor Guard is today. He Guard is not lost on its current members. both speak of the unit’s unfailing dedica- credits their foresight, commitment and We each take this volunteer assignment tion and the constant willingness to step devotion. very seriously. There is a hallowed re- up and sacrifice personal time off to fill Today, at 84 years young, retired State spect for all those who have served before what are often last minute events. Today Patrol Lieutenant Phil Hodapp still lives us, whether directly or filling in. While Meyerson proudly serves as Chief Sergeant an active life in service to others. He vol- nothing we do can compensate for the loss of Arms for the Minnesota House of Rep- unteers at his church, in his community experienced by family members, a well-ex- resentatives. and also helps with dozens of funeral de- ecuted and honorable funeral and burial After Huettl’s promotion to Major, tails a year with the Mankato Area Veter- service often provides great comfort and the unit was placed under the command ans Memorial Squad. Having served many support to grieving families. of then Lt. Jeremy Geiger. Captain Gei- years as Commander of the Mankato Area Although many members of the MSP ger had been a charter member of the Veterans Memorial squads, records show Honor Guard, both past and present, have Honor Guard when it was formalized in Hodapp has been the part of over 1,000 prior military service, this is not a require- 2007. Captain Geiger’s leadership of the Veteran’s Honors Funerals. As we sat vis- ment. Many current members come from unit would bring things full circle, as he iting over a cup of coffee at his kitchen ta- non-military backgrounds. Each member too served with the United State Marine ble, he fielded regular calls on the phone in of the MSP Honor Guard has a required, Corps and was a Lieutenant assigned to conjunction with coordinating duties for one time attendance to the Minnesota the Mankato District, much like its found- the funerals. Phil thanks and gives credit Law Enforcement Honor Guard Camp, er, Lt. Phil Hodapp. During his time as to his wife Shirley for all her years of sup- held each year at Camp Ripley. Attendees Commander of the unit, Captain Geiger port in all his endeavors. from police departments all across Minne- emphasized the presence of MSP Honor Today’s MSP Honor Guard is led by sota come to LEMA Camp to learn mili- Guard members at the funerals of fallen Lt. Kevin Skalsky (2400), Lt. Mike Gens- tary drill, marching, casket carrying tech- Troopers across the nation. Captain Gei- mer (2400) and Lt. Craig Isaacson (2500). niques, flag folding, rifle salutes, etc. ger worked with D4600 at the Capitol to The unit remains very active. Last year We ask those amongst our ranks that feel acquire Minnesota State Flags that were the MSP Honor Guard, with a strength of a desire to serve on this unit to reach out flown over our State Capitol. These flags approximately 20 Troopers, attended 38 and ask about it. We are always in need of were then formally presented to the fami- events throughout the State. MSP Honor dedicated Troopers from across our great lies of the fallen State Troopers. The unit Guard members continue to represent the State to step up and continue this tradition also implemented training with rifles and Minnesota State Patrol at the funerals of of service and tradition. flag folding. Captain Geiger commented Troopers killed in the line of duty across on his desire to thank the troopers and su- the United States. The history and ef-
36 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 37 Trooper Josh Orbeck Funeral. Color Guard detail for Trp. Josh Orbeck Funeral
Trooper Anthony Kaiser conducts a flag presentation at the MN State Fair.
Training with MN LEMA members.
Training with MN LEMA members. 2017 MSP Honor Guard group photo. Photo credit Jennifer Longaecker
Flag fold training with the MN Military Funeral Honors Team. Training with the MN Military Funeral Honors Team.
38 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 39 MSP Color Guard. Color Presentation Waseca County Fair 2017.
Trooper Phil Jergenson stands guard at the MN Law Enforcement Memorial St. Paul
Trooper Eric Maikkula stands guard at the MN Law L-MSP Color Guard founder Retired Lt. Phil Hodapp Enforcement Memorial St. Paul R-Trooper Gabe Cornish
2017 MSP Honor Guard group photo. Photo credit Jennifer Longaecker
Training with the MN Military Funeral Honors Team. National Law Enforcement Memorial Day St. Paul MN.
38 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 39 History of Bears That Care Submitted by Bears That Care Treasurer Scott Fredell SP 553
It all began with an idea by (Retired) Bears That Care demonstrate caring support is mainly derived from the Min- Lt. John Nagel; he decided to transform more than once a year now. Bears That nesota State Patrol Troopers Association the 2500 District Office into a winter Care sponsor Halloween and Easter visits and donations from private individu- wonderland for area children. This was to the University of Minnesota Masonic als. The latest way Bears That Care earns similar to an idea his grandfather had as Children’s Hospital and to the Shriners money is through donations made by a Golden Valley fighter. Lt. Nagel’s grand- Hospital. Bears That Care has also visit on-line purchases through smile.amazon. father transformed the Golden Valley Fire a school in Lake Elmo. Smokey and Mc- com. To have Amazon make donations to station into a winter wonderland for area Gruff even arrived by helicopter! At each Bears That Car just go to their web site kids when Lt. Nagel was a child. One of visit Troopers arrive in uniform and plain and search for Bears That Care in Golden the Troopers dressed up as Santa Clause clothes. District Office personnel and Valley MN and chose us as your charity to so children from the community could re- Metro Communication Dispatchers have support. Then every time you make a pur- ceive special treats at Christmas. The party also attended to help pass out goodie bags chase through smile.amazon.com Bears went over very well although there were of candy and little toys. On every visit, a That Care will receive a donation. left over candy canes. Lt. Nagel had the Trooper or office person will don the Mc- Bears That Care is able to exist because idea to bring the remaining candy canes to Gruff the Crime Dog and Smokey Bear of the financial generosity of the Minne- the children at the University of Minneso- costume. A digital photograph of the child sota State Patrol Troopers Association and ta Hospital. Lt. Nagel may have intended with Smokey or McGruff is taken while re- private donors. Donations of Beanie Ba- this trip to be a one-time visit except for a ceiving their goodie bags. The photo is left bies and stuffed animals from caring in- remark from a nurse. She stated “It’s great with the child as a memory of the event. dividuals are also greatly appreciated! An- you came, but where are you guys the rest Financial support started out with: an other very important factor are the volun- of the year?” insurance company, the Teamsters, the teers who make the trips to the hospitals. Lt. Nagel and the other Troopers took American Legion in Fridley and Spring Without the volunteers showing up, Bears her words heart and to action! Since the Lake Park and the V.F.W in Blaine. All That Care would cease to exist. Troopers delivered those first candy canes these organizations help Bears That Care Bears That Care allow the public to see in 1985 the idea has grown into an annual get started. Bears That Care also pur- the human side of law enforcement. We event and community outreach program. chased an enclosed trailer to bring sup- get to show that Troopers do more than In 1987 using the name “Bears That Care” plies to the different events. An interesting write tickets and investigate crashes. State Troopers along with Teamsters Sec- item that was built for Bears That Care Visit our web site for more information retary Dan Girard incorporated Bears was a remote-controlled squad car. The and a hot link to smile.amazon.com That Care into a registered tax exempt entire car is handmade and includes lights www.bearsthatcaremn.org 501(c)(3) charity. and a working siren. Currently financial
40 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 41 NTC Fall 2017 Submitted by Mike LeDoux
This fall the 112th conference of the Na- of hindsight. His time as a county attorney lice Officer Marty Dulworth told his in- tional Troopers Coalition was held in Jack- and federal prosecutor gave him unique credible story of survival after being shot son, Wyoming September fifth through insight into the difficulties experienced by on July 26, 2012. Dulworth had responded the seventh. The Wyoming Highway Pa- law enforcement officers. to reports of a Pendleton Indiana Offi- trol Association sponsored the event. They NTC General Counsel Rich Mulvaney cer being shot and was immediately met were gracious hosts and we thank them for brought up cases that may be heard before by gunfire upon arrival on scene. Unbe- their hospitality. Joe Dellwo and Mike Le- the Supreme Court that may have neg- knownst to him the suspect was armed Doux attended on behalf of the MSPTA. ative results for associations and unions with an AK-47, two handguns, flak jacket, The first day of the conference was spent nationwide. He explained the decades and gas mask. The suspect immediately in regional breakouts discussing issues long attempt of conservative groups to unloaded nearly 20 rounds on him strik- important to the respective states. The weaken unions by challenging the 1977 ing him in the ankle and left foot causing common theme was pensions, pay, and Supreme Court Case Abood v. Detroit catastrophic damage. The suspect also hit the difficulties recruiting and retaining Board of Education. This case essentially his K9 partner Kilo who despite being shot troopers. We discussed the recruitment permits unions to access fair share fees to protected his handler. As another officer difficulties we have experienced and ex- non-members to cover costs associated tried to assist Dulworth, his K9 attacked plained to them how the MSPTA was suc- with collective bargaining and contract the officer mistaking him for the suspect cessful last legislative session at getting a administration. A previous case heard and unfortunately had to be shot. For- change to state statue to increase pay while before the court Friedrichs v. California tunately, Dulworth’s brother Joe Garrett in the academy from 70% to 100%. We Teachers Association ended in a tie vote also an officer was getting off work from also discussed the active role the MSPTA after the death of Justice Scalia affirming an off-duty job and overheard his broth- has played in pension legislation and the the lower court ruling and upholding the er’s radio traffic that he had been shot. He changes made to improve the fund. long standing practice of allowing fair responded to the scene in his own vehi- On the second day of the conference share membership. These latest cases Ja- cle and saved his brothers life by putting Wyoming Governor Matt Mead addressed nus v. AFSCME and Yohn v. California a tourniquet on his wound and rushing the convention. Governor Mead expressed Teachers Association will once again try to him to the hospital. His brother told the his appreciation for all those that wear the challenge fair share under the guise that it group that this was clearly a case of divine badge and recognized the sacrifices made is a violation of the First Amendment. If intervention helping him save his brother by our families for the good of the com- successful this could force unions and as- that night. As a result of his injury Dul- munities we serve. He recognized that dif- sociations to provide negotiation and rep- worth lost his left leg but after extensive ficult decisions needed to be made often in resentation for all employees without fair rehabilitation and sheer determination he fractions of a second without the luxury compensation. has returned to work as an officer. I would On the last day of the conference the encourage everyone to read this incredible room fell silent as Anderson Indiana Po- story of perseverance online.
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A husband, a father, a son, a brother, a friend, a Trooper, a hero…Josh played many roles in his life and he did so with pride and excellence. Josh was born on December 2nd, 1980 to Steve and Cheryl Orbeck in Benson, MN. He grew up in the small western town with his sister Angie and his parents. The three of them, along with other friends and family, shaped Josh into the respectful and motivated man he became. He was ac- tive in the Boy Scouts and earned his Eagle Scout in 1998. After receiving his diplo- ma from Benson High School in 1999, he went on to achieve his Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Science and his Master’s in Criminal Justice from St. Cloud State University. While going to college he still served his small community as an EMT with the Benson Ambulance. He started with St. Cloud Police Department imme- diately after college, where he worked for six years before becoming a State Trooper in 2014. Josh’s hard work ethic and motivation undoubtedly came from the love and sup- Trooper Josh port he received from his family. I person- ally knew Josh’s father Steve before I met Josh. When Steve spoke about Josh he did so as a proud parent, he never bragged, he was humble and truly proud. The look on Orbeck SP462 his face and in his eyes said more than any- thing. It showed a bond not only as father Written by Ellissa Schmidt and son, but as best friends. Josh was kind hearted. The kind of person who would In loving memory of Josh Orbeck drop anything to help a friend or even a stranger. He was smart, respectful, and charismatic. These traits and many more were built by the three major pillars of his upbringing, his father Steve, his mother Cheryl, and his sister Angie. Josh married Natasha on July 14th, 2012. I have never met two people more perfect for each other, the true definition of soulmates. Josh would talk about Nata- sha at rookie school every chance he got. He spoke so highly of her and painted the picture of her so well that we all felt like we knew her personally. He would talk about how beautiful she was, how great of a sing- er she was, and how perfect they were for each other. We all soon came to realize after we met Natasha, that he wasn’t lying about any of it. Although Natasha is one of the strongest women you’ll ever meet, Josh
44 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 45 made sure to take care of her and always with confidence and pride and he did it through many setbacks before and after be there. Natasha of course returned that well. He took his career as a Trooper very his bone marrow transplant, before be- favor as well. They supported each other seriously, making sure he would make it ing deemed leukemia free in February of in every aspect of life. They shared a bond home after every shift to take care of Na- 2017. We all rejoiced and thought he was unlike any other, a bond that will never be tasha and Amelia. Josh loved his job with in the home stretch. Josh fell ill again in broken. the State Patrol and loved the agency he late April due to Graft vs Host disease of Josh and Natasha welcomed their sweet worked for. He was dedicated and believed lungs, which inevitably took him from us little girl Amelia on February 18th of 2015. in the work he did all while making sure to on July 27th, 2017. I remember Josh telling me after she was leave every violator on a good note. There are no words to describe the loss born, “This is the happiest day of my life, Josh had many friends he gained through felt by Josh’s family and friends. There is this and my wedding day.” I think that childhood, his career with St. Cloud Police a missing part in everyone’s hearts that statement alone tells you the kind of father Department, and his career with the State cannot be filled, especially those of his and husband Josh was. He was a man of Patrol. I met Josh right before we started parents, sister, wife, and daughter. I ask few words, but when he talked about Nata- rookie school in January of 2014. Josh anyone who is reading this to say a prayer sha and Amelia he could go on forever. He was selfless all through rookie school and for those people. The next time you put on your vest or lace up your boots take a few seconds to remember a great a hus- “ A husband, a father, a son, a brother, a band, a great father, a great son, a great brother, a great friend, a Trooper, a hero… ” friend, a great Trooper, and a great hero. was proud of his daughter and wife, and was in all roles in his life. He always put loved and cared for them with his whole his family, friends, and partners first at all heart. Josh was the picturesque loving and costs. Several of us from the 55th Academy supportive father and husband, the kind joke that the only reason half of us made you only see in movies. Josh will forever be it through rookie Natasha and Amelia’s hero. school was because Webster’s Dictionary defines “hero” as Josh was always there StructuresStructuresStructures HardscapesHardscapes Hardscapes Specialists,Specialists, Specialists, Inc.Inc. 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He was honest and no way.” This was trustworthy, kind and genuine, well re- one of the strongest spected by coworkers and friends. He was men we knew, how a silent leader. He had a calm demeanor could he have can- even in the most stressful situations. Josh cer? Although the was a listener and a man of little words, news devastated all Product(s):Product(s):Product(s): Belgard Belgard Belgard Moduline Moduline Moduline and and and Holland Holland Holland Permeable Permeable Permeable but his presence in a room was always no- of us, we knew Josh OtherOtherOther Locations: Locations: Locations: ticeable. It was even more noticeable when was strong and he CincinnatiCincinnatiCincinnati Dallas Dallas Dallas Newark Newark Newark he would crack one of his one liners that was a fighter. He 859.743.7733859.743.7733859.743.7733 972 972 972-850-850-850-7304-7304-7304 908 908 908-379-379-379-9001-9001-9001 made everyone laugh. He did everything fought long and hard
44 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 45 The Minnesota State Troopers Association along with the su- pervisor’s association hosted their annual ceremony honoring State Patrol Retiree’s on Tuesday August 8th at the VFW in St. Cloud, Minnesota. Retired and active troopers joined family and friends to wish them well on their new ventures. Colonel Matt Langer and MSPTA president Joe Delwo ad- dressed the crowd and talked about the changes and what was currently happening with the agency. The following nine folks were recognized for retiring in the past year and their service to the state and its citizens. 2016 Retirements Brett Kent D-2800 11/21/1986 to 10/3/2016 Dennis Koenen D-2600 11/21/1986 to 10/4/2016
2017 Retirements Tom Nelson D-4700 11/8/1985 to 01/10/2017 Matt Smith D-2300 05/14/2004 to 02/6/2017 Paul Davis D-4700 02/25/1995 to 03/7/2017 Bruce Verdoes D-2300 05/01/1998 to 03/7/2017 Kevin Mitchell D-4700 05/2/1997 to 04/18/2017 Jim Wellnitz D-4700 11/1/1996 to 05/12/2017 Bill Sires D-2100 05/02/1997 to 07/25/2017 If you haven’t made it to Retired Trooper’s Day in the past or recent years, put it on your radar now. The annual gathering is always held in early August at the VFW in St. Cloud. This event is a great opportunity for retired and active trooper to gather and so- cialize. Wonderful stories of the past seem to get larger and more Retired colorful as every year passes. Troopers Day
D-2700 retired troopers Lowell Wyrum, Mike Summers, and Bruce Lang attentively listen as MSPTA Joe Delwo addresses the group.
Pictured above is the Karl brother’s originally from Slayton, Minnesota. All three are retired Minnesota State Troopers. Virg Karl seated in the middle, graduated from the 1st of two academies in 1957 and retired as Chief pilot. Wally (right) and Cal (left) both graduated from the 1962 academy. Between the Karl brothers they provided the citizens of the State of Minnesota 85 years of service!
46 MINNESOTA TROOPER October 2017 October 2017 MINNESOTA TROOPER 47 Jay Sletten stands next to the MSPTA’s 1954 Ford Police Interceptor. Jay is responsible and does an outstanding job taking care of the vintage vehicles as well as displaying them at events around the state.
Recent retiree’s Brent Kent and his wife Brenda (2800) along with Dennis Koenen and his wife Ruth (2600) at the 2017 Retired Trooper’s day in St. Cloud stand alongside the vintage state patrol cruisers. Retired troopers pictured above from left to right – Mike Kunz (1962 rookie school), Phil Hodapp (1957 rookie school - 1st academy), Don Keepers (1957 rookie school – 2nd academy), Walt Kosel (1947 rookie school), Andy Nesvik (1957 rookie school – 1st academy)
Left to right – Lt. Colonel Shelly Schrofer, Colonel Matt Langer, Brett Kent, Dennis Koenen, Tom Nelson, MSPTA President Joe Delwo
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I was privileged to again represent the them first, before himself. for that service in our dress uniforms and Minnesota State Patrol as an Honor Guard Upon arrival at the visitation, I was endure the weather. Two of the Troopers member for the Line Of Duty Deaths of honored by the Florida Honor Guard and made a beeline for me after the service; two distinguished Troopers; one from asked if I would like to assist their unit as one female thanked me profusely and was Florida and the other Illinois. The trips a casket guard. I was able to work with impressed that Minnesota sent a represen- were somber and bring to bear the con- their Honor Guard, gain their sequence tative down to the funeral. She was born tinued awareness that we need to have in and step in short order and preformed in Woodbury and moved to Florida after this line of work. In Florida Master Ser- the watch with another Trooper from the high school and joined up with the Florida geant Bishop was killed as he assisted one Florida Honor Guard. At the funeral the Highway Patrol a couple of years ago. The of his Troopers at a crash scene. Master next day one of the Majors from their HQ other Trooper walked up and asked me if Sergeant Bishop had been with the Flor- pulled me aside and spoke of how ap- I knew his uncle, a MN Trooper from the ida Highway Patrol for over thirty years; preciative they were that we were able to 2440 beat. I told him that his uncle had he was getting ready to retire. His leader- assist them with that duty and how pro- retired from the Minnesota State Patrol ship within the organization could be not- fessional and coordinated the whole se- just a short time after I joined. He too was ed by the other Troopers who were there quence was. At the graveside service we very impressed that Minnesota was repre- and who spoke of him. He was a man that noted how hot and humid it was and the sented. lead by example and was always there for Troopers from Florida all thought that it Not more than two weeks after return- his Troopers in their times of need; he put was very fitting that we were all able to stay ing from Florida I was asked to attend a
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funeral for an Illinois Trooper who died in for the family and friends who were in at- asked about the Minnesota hiring process. a traffic crash. After collecting the Honor tendance. The Lieutenant has a son who will gradu- Guard uniform from the cleaners, I was off The following day at the funeral, we were ate from college this next year and they de- to the airport and headed to Chicago. I am again able to listen to members of the Illi- cided that between their encounters with happy to report that we were able to make nois State Police who knew him. Trooper MN Troopers on vacations to MN and the this trip happen with a flight and rental Albin was a K9 officer and mentor to many reputation that we show forth that the son car; flying to Chicago was cheaper than it Troopers in Illinois. He was from a small was going to apply in Minnesota. We are would have been to the local airport and town near Champaign and the turnout of seen throughout the Nation and known… by making this work I hope that we are squads from surrounding areas is a testa- keep up the work that you do! able to make more funerals of Troopers in ment to who he was and what he was able At each funeral, there were approxi- the future by using air and rental car. to accomplish. If I had to guess, I would mately 30 agencies that were represented Arriving in Champaign, IL I was met say that there were well over 500 emergen- from across our Nation. I am happy to say with a very structured formula for how cy vehicles in the procession as it left the that with our uniform it is very easy to see things were to be handled. At the visi- high school where the funeral took place. each time that we make that trip! It is an tation the Honor Guard members from Again in Illinois, I was pulled to the side honor for me to be able to represent our across the U.S. were to march through, and thanked many, many times for coming Patrol on these trips. Be diligent while on along with all of the Illinois Troopers and to support the Troopers of Illinois. I was duty, expect the unexpected and stay safe! other law enforcement as a sort of review also pulled to the side by a Lieutenant and
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