November 2024 newsletter (Volume 10, Issue 11)
November 2024 Newsletter (Volume 10, Issue 11)
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K9 team takes 3rd at Nationals
Congratulations to the Olmsted County Sheriff's Office K9 Team for placing 3rd
at the 2024 United States Police Canine Association National K9 Field Trials! We are grateful for your hard work and
dedication.
OCSO's 2024 Nationals Team included:
- Corporal Kevin Schmidt and K9 Axel
- Deputy Aviana Torkelson and K9 Ragnar
- Deputy Kaine Kaase and K9 Athena
- Deputy Nathan Heeren and K9 Bruno
- Corporal Nick Heimer and K9 Zeus (alternate)
Some highlights from Nationals:
- 3rd in Criminal Apprehension and 6th overall: Deputy Heeren/K9 Bruno.
- Tied for 5th place in Obedience and 19th overall: Corporal Schmidt/K9 Axel.
- Tied for 5th place in Obedience: Deputy Kaase/K9 Athena.
Thank you to the Olmsted-Rochester Law Enforcement K-9 Foundation for helping make the trip a reality.
Rich Carlson retires from the ADC
On September 5, 2024, Detention Deputy Rich Carlson worked his last shift in the ADC after over 30 years of service.
Rich started in the ADC in 1994, shortly after the new Direct Supervision jail opened in Olmsted County. Rich was one of many who learned a new philosophy of running the jail that leads to a safer environment for all.
During Rich’s 30 years, he was a field training officer (FTO). Rich helped train countless new hires into his last year of service.
Rich also worked in laterals, including as a Court Security Deputy and a Work Release Deputy. In addition, Rich served on the steering committee for several years, working with others to improve our business practices.
We wish Rich luck on this new, exciting chapter in his life.
Domestic violence awareness
Captain Chris Wallace
The month of October was Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Domestic Violence crimes and warrants related to domestic violence crimes are always a priority for our office, but in observation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we focused more of our efforts on warrants related to domestic violence. During the last month, the Sheriff’s Office made 47 warrant arrests; 13 of the arrests were on subjects whose charges were related to domestic violence. Of those 13 arrests, eight were felony warrant arrests. In 2023, we had 95 domestic-related calls and 38 Order for Protection (OFP), Harassment Restraining Order (HRO), or Domestic Abuse No Contact Order (DANCO) Violation calls. So far in 2024, we have had 81 domestic-related calls and 37 Order for Protection (OFP), Harassment Restraining Order (HRO), or Domestic Abuse No Contact Order (DANCO) Violation calls.
Fall awards program
The Fall Awards Program was held on October 3rd, and Sheriff’s Office staff and several citizens were recognized for their good work. Certificates of appointment and promotion were also presented and the newly appointed and promoted staff public took their oaths. Congratulations and thank you to all of our awards winners!
Certificates of Appointment
- Kathleen Wilson - Sheriff Support Technician - May 20, 2024
- Tyler Hummel - Detention Deputy - June 17, 2024
- Madison Kelm - Detention Deputy - June 17, 2024
- Franck Nourry-Cabrol - Detention Deputy - June 17 ,2024
- Kristina Stier - Detention Deputy - June 17, 2024
- Chase DeFrang - Deputy Sheriff - July 1, 2024
- Joseph Neumann - Deputy Sheriff - July 1, 2024
- James Delaney - Detention Deputy - September 23, 2024
- Ryan Gilbertson - Detention Deputy - September 23, 2024
- Gavin Ronningen - Detention Deputy - September 23, 2024
Certificates of Promotion
- Joseph Ruelle - Corporal - May 6, 2024
- Jason Attleson - Sergeant - May 6, 2024
- Keith Gottschalk - Sergeant - May 6, 2024
- Andrew Danielson - Captain - May 6, 2024
- Samantha Reps - Director of Detention Services - May 6, 2024
- Zane Malcomson - Corporal - July 15, 2024
Letter of Recognition
- Jeremy Boucher
Life Saving Awards
- Kaitlin Bain
- Reece Ferguson
- Ramona Fisher
- Gordy Greenwaldt
- Madi Greenwaldt
- Jacob Hughes
- Braeden Johnson
- Alejandra Kosnopfal
- Tanya Reiman
- Tristan Severson
- Jonah Staffan
- Wyatt Trester
- Adam Waletzki
Medal of Commendation
- Josh Matti
Monthly snapshot: Olmsted County warrants three-year history
| 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | <--- (Jan. 1 - Oct. 21, 2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 719 | 683 | 680 |
Felony |
| 456 | 504 | 384 |
Gross Misdemeanors |
| 1578 | 996 | 846 |
Misdemeanors |
| 2753 | 2183 | 1910 |
Newly Activated Warrants |
| 1850 | 1682 | 1436 |
Warrant Arrests Made |
Dates of interest
November 1
Dover City Council Meeting
November 5
Elmira Township Meeting
High Forest Township Meeting
Olmsted County Board Meeting
November 7
Eyota City Council Meeting
Rochester Township Meeting
November 11
Chatfield City Council Meeting
Orion Township Meeting
Rock Dell Township Meeting
November 12
Byron City Council Meeting
Marion Township Meeting
New Haven Township Meeting
Stewartville City Council Meeting
November 14
Eyota City Council Meeting
Rochester Township Meeting
November 18
Eyota Township Meeting
Kalmar Township Meeting
Oronoco City Council Meeting
Rochester City Council Meeting
November 19
Farmington Township Meeting
Olmsted County Board Meeting
Pine Island City Council Meeting
November 20
Haverhill Township Meeting
November 25
Chatfield City Council Meeting
Viola Township Meeting
November 26
Stewartville City Council Meeting
November 28
Dover Township Meeting
Eyota City Council Meeting
Olmsted County Fire Meeting
Olmsted County Township Association Meeting
Senior Administration
Sheriff
Kevin Torgerson
Chief Deputy - LEC
James Schueller
Captains
Jon Jacobson
Kelly Lee
Ryan Mangan
Tim Parkin
Chris Wallace
Executive Assistant
Laura Collins
Director - ADC
Samantha Reps
Captains
David Adams
Andy Danielson
Macey Tesmer