Mike Risvold

  • Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold to Retire After 31 Years of Service

    Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold to Retire After 31 Years of Service

    After more than 31 years in law enforcement, Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold is set to retire on March 31st, marking the end of an era for the local police department. Chief Risvold’s career began with the Minnetrista Police Department and Hennepin County’s Sheriff’s Department, where he served for 14 years before taking on the…


  • Community Weighs In On Police Body Cams, Wayzata PD Program Begins In November

    The city of Wayzata recently wrapped up an online community poll regarding police worn body cameras.  Image Courtesy City of Wayzata   The Wayzata Police Department will be implementing the program beginning in November. The police department has been working on the program for several years. “We are now falling in line with many other…


  • Wayzata Mayor Willcox Issues Statement on Community Inclusion Amid George Floyd Death Fallout

    City of Wayzata Mayor Ken Willcox released the following statement regarding the death of George Floyd and having a community of inclusion. Like everyone else we were disgusted at the tragic killing of George Floyd last week. It has sparked universal expressions of grief, anger and sadness, and we share them all.I would like to…


  • Renewal by Andersen Honors Fallen Officer with Donation of Electric Bikes to Wayzata Police Department

    Renewal by Andersen Honors Fallen Officer with Donation of Electric Bikes to Wayzata Police Department

    In a heartfelt tribute to the late Officer William Mathews, the Wayzata Police Department has received a generous donation of two electric bikes from Renewal by Andersen of the Twin Cities, facilitated by the Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition. Officer Mathews, 47, lost his life in the line of duty in 2017 while responding to a…


  • Wayzata Mourns Tragic Loss of Officer William Mathews in Fatal On-Duty Incident

    Wayzata Mourns Tragic Loss of Officer William Mathews in Fatal On-Duty Incident

    In a tragic incident earlier today, Police Officer William Mathews, a dedicated member of the Wayzata Police Department, lost his life in the line of duty. The 19-year veteran was struck and killed by a vehicle on Route 12, between Route 101 and Shoreline Drive, at approximately 12:30 pm. Officer Mathews had been actively engaged…


  • Summer Fest 2011 enforcement upsets Long Lake Council Members

    Long Lake Council Members Tom Skjaret andDonny Chillstrom indicate they are upset overenforcement of a liquor permit at Summer Fest 2011. When the Long Lake City Council invited Police Chief Mike Risvold to address the group on routine business in July, they didn’t anticipate a confrontation over Summer Fest enforcement. The way the Wayzata Police…


  • CRIMER ALERT: Burglary in Hollybrook

    In a statement made earlier today, Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold addressed a recent burglary attempt in the Holdridge area, shedding light on the incident that unfolded in the Hollybrook neighborhood. According to Chief Risvold, the burglary occurred between December 12 and December 20 in the quiet town of Wayzata. The perpetrator(s) forcibly entered a…


  • Burglary in Holdridge Area

    Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold released a prepared statement this morning concerning a burglary that transpired in the Holdridge area, located on the east end of town. The incident occurred during daylight hours on Tuesday, October 28th, where the perpetrator(s) gained entry into a residence through an unlocked door. The stolen items were of significant…


  • WAYZATA CRIME PREVENTION COALITION: Letter from Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold

    Dear Wayzata Residents and Business Community, The Wayzata Crime Prevention Coalition (WCPC) is a voluntary organization that assists the Wayzata Police Department in many crime prevention initiatives. The coalition is made up of more than a dozen volunteers who work tirelessly to help the Wayzata Police and Fire Departments make the City of Wayzata a…


  • CRIME ALERT: Burglaries Hit Two Wayzata Businesses Overnight

    WAYZATA, MN — In a concerning development, two Wayzata businesses fell victim to burglaries overnight, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement. Wayzata Police Chief Mike Risvold issued a statement on September 26th, 2008, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any relevant information. According to Chief Risvold, entry into both establishments occurred through…