Police Department

Eric Hanneken joined the Pierz Police Department as Chief of Police in January 2012 with more than 15 years of experience.  His professional experiences include service as a Sheriff's Deputy, Conservation Officer, K-9 Handler, Team Leader on Critical Incident Response Team, and a Rescue Diver. Hanneken is committed to building the Pierz Police Department's internal and external relationships and focuses on strong customer service. Eric Hanneken was raised in the Pierz area where he graduated from Pierz Healy High School in 1993.  He is active on the Pierz and Hillman First Response Teams along with volunteering as a Firearms and Snowmobile Safety Instructor. Chief Hanneken is married and has two daughters. He enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, baseball, and snowmobiling.

To Contact Eric, please call him at (320) 630-1510 or email him erich@pierzmn.org

Preston Rocheleau joined the Pierz Police Department in October 2022 as a full-time officer.  Preston spent the last several years with the Morrison County Sheriff's Department as a Correctional Officer. Preston was raised in the Pierz area where he graduated from Pierz Healy High School in 2018. He enjoys spending time with family, friends, and playing baseball for the Pierz Lakers.

 To Contact Preston, please email him at prestonr@pierzmn.org

The City of Pierz also has 4 dedicated part-time officers: Dan Rocheleau, Calvin Tschida, Josh Andrea, and Doug Rekstad.