Off the Cuff - With Dickinson PD

#dickinsonpdnd #offthecuff  Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #27 "K9 Convo" - OFC Dane Haugen A year that felt “quieter” turned out to be the second-busiest in our department’s history—and that’s just the first surprise. We break down what the numbers really say: why call volume climbed as staffing improved, how proactive patrols nudged crashes down and warrants up, and the single most enc...

#dickinsonpdnd #offthecuff  Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #26 "Empowering Youth" - SPO Kayla Richard We brought on School Resource Officer Kayla Richard to showcase how an early interaction with a police officer can light the flame for a lifetime of service, which has now in turn made her a catalyst for positively impacting the lives of juveniles in our city. Kayla’s path runs through N...

#dickinsonpdnd #offthecuff  Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #25 "Enduring Enforcement" - OFC Anthony Mauser Our 2024 Traffic Safety Officer of the Year, OFC Anthony Mauser, joins us in studio for a compelling take on the importance of traffic enforcement. OFC Mauser traces his career path from tracking ospreys as a biologist to hunting DUIs as an officer—not for numbers, but for preventio...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #24 "Resolute Steadiness" - SGT Todd Weiler A career officer joins us with incredible insight on what makes us all tick. Through critical incidents, a desire to help others be their best, and a medical scare of his own, SGT Todd Weiler has been a stalwart in his beliefs and commitment to the community. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro  00:45 - Roughrider Days Recap...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #23 "Altruistic Action" - SPO Jarett Blain Helping people. A sense of purpose. A humble approach to life. We sit down with Senior Officer Jarett Blain and why his altruism has taken him from youth pastor, to salesman, to an effective School Resource Officer for the school district. Affectionately referred to as "Padre" by shiftmates, SPO Blain exe...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #22 "Trooper Talk" - SGT Jenna Clawson-Huibregste We go from blue uniform to brown as we sit down with North Dakota Highway Patrol's SGT Jenna Clawson-Huibregste. Though the trooper hat invokes the first reaction most people think, the true story is the "many hats" that SGT Clawson-Huibregste has worn over the course of her career. Currently...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #21 "SWAT Talent" - SPO Alex Schroeder & SPO Andy Stidham When citizens call for help, they get the police. When police call for help, they call for SWAT. As cliche as it sounds, the Southwest Tactical Team stands ready to resolve critical incidents in our region. Two of our top operators, SPO Alex Schroeder and SPO Andy Stidham, join us to discuss thei...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #20 "Many Hats, Many Talents" - Detective Tiffany Whinery From humble beginnings, Detective Tiffany Whinery has had a long desire to help, especially those whose voices may go unheard. With a law enforcement career that launched in a sleepy Wyoming town, Detective Whinery brings many skills, talents, and abilities to our department. She has previously serve...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #19 "Patrolman West of Richmond" - OFC Robert Kleinholz Quickly proving he is a diamond-in-the-rough, Officer Robert Kleinholz's 22-year career in law enforcement embodies the exact thought that comes to mind when someone envisions a professional officer. Coming to us from Richmond, VA as one of our first Lateral Patrol Officers since the program began...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsᴏᴅᴇ #18 Hometown Ambassador - SGT Justin Fridrich For some, it's a calling. It's in their blood. They couldn't imagine doing anything else. For Dickinson PD Sergeant Justin Fridrich, this all rings true. As a 16+ year law enforcement vet, SGT Fridrich brings a hometown perspective into his policing style. His personality and competency highlights the true...

Oғғ ᴛʜᴇ Cᴜғғ Pᴏᴅᴄᴀsᴛ | Eᴘɪsode #17 First Responder Symposium Wrap-Up A week of epic presenters graced our area first responders this week during our first-ever First Responder Symposium! We were also fortunate that each of them agreed to sit down with LT Klauzer to record quick Off the Cuff podcast episode filled with some great information! Thank you for the messaging and the inspiration for all...

Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #16  Our first-ever two-officer episode was recorded with the help of Senior Patrol Officer Taylor Peters and Officer Jesse Kubik! Both officers are area natives and bring their upbringing and experience to the forefront. Their vision and insight are invaluable for the next generation of officers, and we are lucky to have them on the team. Timecodes 00:00 - Intro 13:...

Blast from the Past Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #15  We were grateful to have retired Dickinson Police Sergeant Rick Bartz join us in studio and reflect on department history. SGT Bartz began his career with Dickinson PD in 1980 and served many years with investigations and patrol supervision. His Strength-Based Leadership philosophy paved the way for future leaders of the department. In additi...

Protector of the Children Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #14  With a career spanning nearly two decades at the Dickinson Police Department, Detective Sergeant Travis Leintz has risen to near-Super Hero status with his passion and talent in many aspects of investigations, including those crimes affecting children. As one of the area's most-experienced Internet Crimes Against Children investiga...

Angels of the Airwaves Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #13  It can be a symphony of chaos punctuated by moments of life or death decision-making. At all hours of the day or night, they don the headset and are available to give instructions, send help, or simply be an ear to talk to. It's a challenge well-accepted by the talented Angels of the Airwaves at the Dickinson Police Department. Our ve...

A history-rich episode is made possible with retired Dickinson Police Chief Duane "Bucky" Wolf. Chief Wolf was a career officer within the department, rising through the ranks before ultimately becoming chief between 1992-1998. With an emphasis on training and professionalism, Chief Wolf was a pivotal player in advancing the department from the early "Marshal mentality" into th...

K-9 Convo Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #11  Dickinson native and K-9 handler Corporal Jayden Peters takes the leash and guides us through the life of a law enforcement canine officer. With a career spanning over 11 years, Corporal Peters has been a familiar and dedicated public servant for the community and brings a wealth of knowledge, humor, and mentorship for fellow officers. Timecodes 00:00...

Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #10  The highest law enforcement office in the State of North Dakota takes someone of the highest caliber. Attorney General Drew Wrigley, who has recently been appointed to the role by Governor Doug Burgum, joins us to discuss a wide variety of topics that affect all North Dakotans. His appointment comes after the sudden passing of his predecessor and long-serving At...

Guns 'n Hoses Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #9  We delve into the other side of the public safety umbrella with Dickinson Fire Chief Jeremy Presnell and catch a glimpse of the inner-workings of our fire department. In addition to laying out his vision for the future, Chief Presnell also gives us an update on efforts to establish a regional Public Safety Training Center right here in Dickinso...

Everything Patrol  Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #8  Newly-promoted Dickinson Police Lieutenant Matthew Hanson is in studio to give us a glimpse at the inner workings of patrol. What does it take to be an officer? What challenges are today's Dickinson cops facing? What is the department doing to recruit, train, and field some of the best officers in the region? And what motivates LT Hanson t...

Breaking the Glass Ceiling - Women in Law Enforcement  Off the Cuff Podcast | Episode #7  Dickinson Police Sergeant Jackie Martin (ret.) joins us to share her experiences in challenging the status quo of a male-dominated career field in North Dakota. Being the first sworn female law enforcement officer in Dickinson, and one of the first in the State of North Dakota, Jackie brings a unique perspect...

Murder Mystery! Dickinson Police Chief Chuck Rummel (ret.) joins us to talk about his career and walks us through one of the biggest murder cases occurring in Dickinson back in 1981. The Swanson Motel murders went unsolved for nearly a decade until then-Detective Rummel cracked the case using an FBI profile and some good 'ole fashioned police interviewing.  You don't want to miss this ep...

Parents : This episode is for you! Sergeant Brandon Stockie introduces himself and gives parents insight on Dickinson PD's School Resource program. We cover a wide array of topics to include D.A.R.E programming, vaping, and other challenges meeting our community's youth.  Youth Text-a-Tip line : 701-260-7804 Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 05:54 - SGT Brandon Stockie intro 12:46 - Military career...

US Congressman and Dickinson native Kelly Armstrong stops by to discuss a wide array of topics to include police reform, qualified immunity, de-escalation, mental health, and how his office is working hard to give southwest North Dakota the tools we need to succeed and maintain our quality of life.  Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 5:54 - Remembering 9/11 12:45 - National police reform initiatives 16:15 - Q...

Recruitment is a hot topic for law enforcement today. LT Mike Hanel and LT Kylan Klauzer walk through a recent Facebook poll asking citizens, "If it not for ___, I would be a police officer". Still not ready to join? Put in the comments what's keeping you from sending in an app! Then, SGT Jeremy Moser joins us for our first "Get to Know Your Officer" segment. He covers his...