White Bear Lake Police Department

06/19/2026

Despite the weather with a little bit of rain, our community tradition held strong.

Happy Manitou Days!

06/19/2026

In observance of Juneteenth, City Hall and the License Bureau will be closed on Friday, June 19th.

Garbage and recycling pick up will remain on its regular schedule for the week.

06/18/2026

What a great day for our first-ever Cops and Bobbers event! ☀️

Kids, officers and volunteers spent the day fishing and making memories together. The day began with fishing from the pier at Lion's Park and continued with boat rides and time out on the water.

A special thank you to the Minnesota Chiefs of Police Foundation for their support of this event and their investment in positive community connections.

Another huge thank you to Fishing For Life for providing rods, reels and help baiting hooks throughout the day. Their volunteers played a key role in making the event run smoothly and ensuring everyone had a fun and successful experience on the water.

We also had many local sponsors who helped make today a huge success! A huge thank you to Tally's Dockside, Sharkey's Cuts for Kids - White Bear Lake, MN, Cup and Cone WBL, Frontrunner Screen Printing and White bear bait for your generous support and partnership. We are grateful for your commitment to our community and for helping create a memorable day for the kids! Thank you for partnering with us!

These photos are just the beginning! Keep an eye on our page for more pictures from today's Cops and Bobbers event.

06/17/2026

Lake Area Beat is back!

Join us as we welcome Chief Erik Johnston, reflect on the retirement of Chief Dale Hager, showcase community events like Touch-A-Truck and the Citizen Academy, introduce Mayor Mary Nicklawske, and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others.

From community engagement to public safety and remembrance, this edition highlights the people and events that make White Bear Lake special.

Watch the latest episode and stay connected with what's happening in our community!

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06/16/2026

Another safety tip for TZD (Toward Zero Deaths) Tuesday!

Last week was National Trailer Safety Week, but trailer safety is important 365 days a year – and trailer safety is a two-way street.

How to Share the Road with Trailers: Four Golden Rules🪙

▶ Give Them Extra Stopping Distance: A vehicle towing a fully loaded trailer can take twice as long to come to a complete stop as a standard car.
🪙The Rule: Never cut closely in front of a truck towing a trailer. If you cut in too closely and tap your brakes, they may not have enough space to stop in time to avoid hitting you.

▶ Avoid the "No-Zone": Trailers significantly increase a driver’s blind spots. If you are driving directly behind a trailer or lingering next to its side panels, the driver likely has no idea you are there.
🪙The Rule: If you can’t see the driver’s side mirrors, they can’t see you. Safely pass trailers quickly and smoothly rather than riding alongside them.

▶ Give Them Room to Turn: A vehicle towing a trailer must make much wider turns to prevent the trailer wheels from hitting curbs, signs, or other cars.
🪙The Rule: When a towing vehicle is turning, stay back. Never try to squeeze into the open space on the inside of a turning trailer – this is a common cause of "squeeze" collisions where cars get pinned.

▶ Watch for Sway: High winds, sudden gusts, or even the draft from a passing semi-truck can cause a trailer to sway or whip unexpectedly.
🪙The Rule: If you notice a trailer ahead of you swaying or drifting, drop back and give them plenty of room until the driver regains steady control.

Whether you’re commuting to work or heading out for a weekend getaway, a little extra patience and space around trailers goes a long way. Together, we can drive Minnesota toward zero deaths.

06/14/2026

Thanks again to all families who attended yesterday's bike rodeo! Our officers and CERT team had a great time teaching safety lessons for the road and beyond.

Special thanks again to Gateway Cycle for fixing up bikes for free and Regions Hospital for helmet fitting.

Keep biking safe!

06/13/2026

The annual White Bear Lake Police Department Bike Rodeo is kicking off right now!

Come on down to get your bike tuned up by our friends at Gateway Cycle, helmet fitting with Regions Hospital, safety demonstrations and our ever famous bike course!

We will be giving prizes and hosting good family fun. Come out with us and enjoy this beautiful day!

We are at our Public Works facility - 3950 Hoffman Road until 11:00 AM.

Special thanks to our Community Emergency Response Team for helping us organize.

06/11/2026

**** MEDIA RELEASE ****

Date: June 11, 2026
Fatal Motor Vehicle Crash
White Bear Lake, MN

On June 10th, 2026, at approximately 8:30 p.m., officers from the White Bear Lake Police Department, Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office and the MN State Patrol, along with White Bear Lake Fire, responded to a report of a vehicle crash near Highway 61 and Highway 96 in White Bear Lake.

Upon arrival, officers encountered a two-vehicle crash. A 31-year-old female from Stillwater, MN was treated at the scene and transported by ambulance to Regions hospital where she later died from her injuries.

The MN State Patrol is investigating the crash and arrested a 63-year-old male from White Bear Township on suspicion of Driving While Impaired and Criminal Vehicular Operation. The case remains under active investigation, and no further release is planned at this time.

06/10/2026

Honoring History, Celebrating Community

Today, members of our Community Engagement Team attended the Century College Juneteenth Freedom Day celebration in support of this important day honoring freedom, resilience and progress.

We were grateful for the opportunity to join students, faculty and staff for an afternoon featuring speakers who shared the history and significance of Juneteenth, talented vocalists and a performance by Rondo Double Dutch.

Thank you to Century College for the invitation and for hosting such a meaningful celebration!

06/09/2026

🚨 RENTAL SCAM WARNING 🚨

The White Bear Lake Police is bringing awareness to rental scams targeting people searching for housing online.

Scammers are posting homes for rent on social media and other websites, collecting application fees and security deposits, and then disappearing with the money. In some cases, victims have even been given access to view a home, making the scam appear legitimate.

Before sending money, watch for these common warning signs:

🔴 Payment requested through Bitcoin, cryptocurrency, gift cards, Cash App, Venmo, or Zelle.

🔴 Pressure to act immediately because "other renters are interested."

🔴 Requests to keep the transaction secret.

🔴 Refusal to meet in person.

🔴 Rent that seems too good to be true.

🔴 Requests for deposits before signing a legitimate lease.

🔴 Claims that the owner is out of town, overseas, or otherwise unavailable.

Remember: Just because you can tour a property does NOT mean the person advertising it owns or manages it.

Always verify ownership through a realtor, property management company, or county property records before sending money.

If you believe you have been targeted by a rental scam, contact the White Bear Lake Police Department.

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