Eric Werner
@MGPD5801
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Chief of police for the City of Maple Grove. Dedicated to furthering excellence in policing.
Maple Grove Police Department
Joined August 2014
Happy New Year! Wishing our community a safe, healthy, and peaceful year ahead in 2026!
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Maple Grove officers assisted with security at Experience Maple Grove’s 2nd Annual Maple Grove Turkey Trot. All officers were provided a Turkey Trot stocking cap to blend in with the event! Thank you to all Maple Grove officers who are ready to help out no matter the duty!
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Excellent discussion at IACP 2025 Conference. Police chiefs say the nation’s rhetoric has become dangerous. https://t.co/Yp1k20DaWV “We have the ability to be the adults in the room,” said Drew Evans @MnDPS_BCA The full @IACP resolution available at:
smartcitiesdive.com
Pressing law enforcement to “be the adults in the room,” police chiefs at the International Association of Chiefs of Police conference outlined steps cities can take to restore civility and safety.
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Officials with the @MapleGrovePD1 are asking the public for help identifying a suspect in a recent hit-and-run. The crash, which occurred at an intersection in front of Walmart and Sam's Club, involved a motorcyclist and an SUV. https://t.co/ey0cgwDRlO
ccxmedia.org
Officials with the Maple Grove Police Department are asking the public for help identifying the suspect in a hit-and-run incident.
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Thank you, Maple Grove D.A.R.E. Officers Laurel Slawson and Justin Smith for coordinating with MN D.A.R.E. to make the instructor course possible!
Last week, 25 officers from across the country graduated from a D.A.R.E. instructor course hosted by Minnesota D. A. R. E. Maple Grove Police Department is grateful for the ongoing partnership with MN D.A.R.E. to train the next generation of instructors. https://t.co/z8YT6N9uQf
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Yesterday, the @NewHopeMN Police Department held its annual Faith & Blue Event. Another great opportunity to build understanding, relationships, and transparency between the police and community. It was a privilege to be a member of the discussion panel comprised of police
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Local Police Respond to New Hennepin County Attorney Traffic Stop Policy
ccxmedia.org
Local law enforcement told CCX News that they are concerned about a new traffic stop policy from the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
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Thank you to all the police officers across our country that strive daily to keep America safe! I am forever grateful for the excellent and professional work by the men and women of the @maplegrovemngov Police Department!
Today is #ThankAPoliceOfficerDay 💙👮♂️ The IACP is proud to recognize the dedication, courage, and sacrifice of the men and women who serve and protect our communities every day. If you see an officer today, give them a smile, a wave, or a simple “thank you” — it goes a long
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LIVE | Law enforcement on decision to not prosecute felonies from traffi... https://t.co/ZBsqZVql3A via @YouTube
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Maple Grove Police Deputy Chief Helps Department Succeed, Grow
ccxmedia.org
Department veteran Andy Sandberg takes over number two spot in department after position created to fill various needs.
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Maple Grove Police Provided Round-the-Clock Security After Lawmaker Attacks
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Maple Grove police provided round-the-clock security projections at the homes of Maple Grove lawmakers following Saturday's targeted attacks.
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Identifying a Maple Grove Police Officer In light of the tragic loss and harm against our state lawmakers involving a police impersonator in Champlin and Brooklyn Park on June 14, 2025, the Maple Grove Police Department wants to ensure our community knows how to confidently
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Contact information: Maple Grove Police Department Commander Jon Wetternach 763-494-6199 jwetternach@maplegrovemn.gov Release date: May 13, 2025 Arrest made in Maple Grove attempted sexual assault on trail near Rice Lake (Maple Grove, MN) - On January 30, 2025, shortly after
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Congratulations Rusty and @ccxnews - grateful for the exception news coverage and services you provide Maple Grove!
Chief Werner visited @ccxnews today for his quarterly recording of “Chat with the Chief.” Honored to personnally congratulate Rusty Ray, Cities Producer, for CCX Cities Team who received an Award of Merit in the Talk/Public Affairs category for large market television stations
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Maple Grove Police Department Unveils New Seal The Maple Grove Police Department is proud to introduce a new seal that will be prominently displayed on all public-facing documents, social media platforms, vehicles, and various other departmental equipment. The design blends
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The in-squad camera shows the life-threating incident when our officer was struck from behind by another vehicle. The officer was spun into the center lane and faced oncoming semi-trucks and other vehicles. Pay attention, slow down, and move over! https://t.co/1kFiGBsynU
cbsnews.com
A Maple Grove police officer is out of the hospital after getting hit by his own squad car after another motorist slammed into the vehicle.
Yesterday morning, a Maple Grove officer was on scene of a vehicle crash when he was hit from behind while seated in his squad. The officer suffered non-life threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital. The officer was treated and several hours later released
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@FOX9’s coverage of yesterday’s @PolarPlungeMN in @maplegrovemngov. Thank you @ian_leonard! https://t.co/GEcqpzvM0n
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FOX 9's Ian Leonard was in Maple Grove for the Polar Plunge to help raise money for the Special Olympics on Saturday.
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Today, @MapleGrovePD1’s Dunkin for Donuts team was part of the 830+ plungers that raised over $250,000 for @PlungeMN . Grateful for the overwhelming participation by the community to raise money in support of the athletes!
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Thank you to the women and men who protect and serve their communities every day in @MapleGrovePD1; and across our state and country!
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. @maplegrovemngov Mayor Mark Steffenson & City Council members visited roll call for the overnight officers after last night’s regular council meeting. Officers & non-sworn staff are grateful for the annual tradition of bringing employee recognition to the 24-hour employees!
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