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New Edina police officer sworn in

Edina, Minn., Dec. 9, 2011 – Derek Toll was recently sworn in as the Edina Police Department’s newest officer.

Toll began work as a Police Officer Dec. 5. City Clerk Debra Mangen administered the oath to him Dec. 6. Toll was sworn in with Chief of Police Jeff Long at his side and surrounded by his fellow officers, family and friends. Toll’s father, former Baudette Police Chief Larry Toll, pinned his badge, No. 197.

Toll recently graduated from Alexandria Technical and Community College with a degree in law enforcement. He worked for the past seven years as a paramedic.

“Derek has a passion for his work. We know Derek will do a great job for the Edina Police Department like he did most recently in Sartell,” Long said. “He has already made a difference in the lives of those he serves.”

Toll beamed with pride during the brief ceremony at City Hall. “There were a lot of roads I had to go down to get here. Ten years later, here I am,” he said. “Without the support of my family, I wouldn’t be here. I couldn’t be prouder or happier.

For more information on the activities of the Edina Police Department, call 952-826-1610 or visit www.CityofEdina.com/Police.