City of Rochester, MN Police Department

RPD received 86 reports of auto thefts in 2025 – that’s about a 30 percent decrease from 2024. Still, many of the thefts involved vehicles that had keys left inside or were left running. Always bring your keys with you and avoid the temptation to let your car warm up unattended.

The Rochester Olmsted County Emergency Response Unit is conducting routine training at IBM. Expect various law enforcement vehicles in the area.

When it’s cold out, it’s tempting to leave your car running “just for a minute” — but don’t! Unattended, running cars are easy targets for thieves. Be safe and shut it off.

⚠️The intersection of 55th St. NW and Chateau Road NW is temporarily closed due to a multi-vehicle crash. Please avoid the area and use other routes.

Clear out your medicine cabinet to prevent potential theft or misuse of your unused medications. #TakeBackDay is coming up Saturday, Oct. 25 from 10-2 at Mayo Family Clinic Northeast (3041 Stonehedge Dr. NE). RPD is joining the DEA to collect and dispose unneeded medications.

Our hearts are w those impacted by the tragic shootings at a church and school in Mpls. In Rochester, our SROs & patrol officers continue to serve as a steady presence in our schools & community. We have also increased uniformed patrols around schools in light of today's events.

37th St. NW has reopened.

⚠️RPD is at the scene of a two-vehicle injury accident on 37th St. NW at 3rd Ave NW. Lane closures are in place and people are asked to avoid the area if possible. One person was injured. The Forensic Mapping Unit is on scene to investigate.

RPD has a Police Explorer program/post designed to give young people an opportunity to explore a career in law enforcement. Learn more today at the Explorer benefit.

Join us for #SafeCityNights tomorrow (7/8) from 6-8 at Jefferson Elementary, 1201 10th Ave NE. Thank you to our sponsors for making these FREE #RochMN community events possible!

⚠️RPD is currently responding to an incident on the 1000 block of 41st Street NW. If you see any suspicious activity in the area, please call 911 immediately.

Don't forget to join us tonight (6-8 pm) at Gibbs Elementary!

Help us make a difference! #CopOnARooftop, a Law Enforcement Torch Run fundraising event benefitting Special Olympics athletes in Minnesota, is going on this morning (5/16) until 11 a.m. at Duncan', 2519 Commerce Dr NW.

Congratulations to Capt. Jennifer Hodgman! She is the first woman at RPD promoted to captain. She also recently graduated from the elite FBI National Academy in Quanitico, VA. The 10-week academy focuses on advanced communication, leadership and fitness training.

The Records Office at the North Station is closed today. However, the Records Office at the Law Enforcement Center (101 4th Street SE, 507-328-6811) is open. You can also submit records requests via the online Public Records Center at rochestermn.gov.

Last month, Detective Brock Neumann received an RPD Exceptional Service Award for his work pursuing justice for children who have been abused. Last night, he was recognized as the Wild's Community Hero of the Game. Congratulations, Detective Neumann!

Join your neighbors and Rochester Police Department for a night of free food and activities!

Interested in learning more about police operations and how officers serve the community? RPD is hosting a free Community Police Academy. More info 👉rochestermn.gov/home/showdocum…

RPD's 2024 Annual Report is now available. The annual report provides an overview of notable activity from our four divisions and gives an inside look at our ongoing efforts to provide superior public safety services to our community. rochestermn.gov/home/showdocum…

Today, we take a moment to honor and remember Burnsville Police Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Burnsville Firefighter/Paramedic Adam Finseth for the sacrifice they made one year ago. Heroes live forever.