The information provided below is about some of the calls officers responded to over the last twenty-four (24) hours. Most narratives represent early and preliminary information that was gathered from those in the field who were actively working the cases. In many instances, facts and circumstances, even the type of crime listed, can change as the investigation unfolds.
From 6:00 a.m. on 05/16/2024 through 6:00 a.m. on 05/17/2024, MPD received 528 calls for service. This number does not include parking complaints or 911 misdials. A breakdown of the calls for service per district is as follows: Central (80), East (89), Midtown (84), North (89), South (92), West (77), and Other (17). "Other" is used for calls that either do not have a sector or the sector is not in the City. This would be used in the case of one of our officers assisting another law enforcement agency.
05/16
NORTH: Sex Offense Misc – 10:48 am. A sergeant observed the 39-year-old male suspect engaged in inappropriate sexual behavior in his vehicle in the 2900 block of N Sherman Ave. The suspect was arrested for trespass and public indecency.
EAST: Accident – 11:07 am. Officers responded to the area of Reiner Rd and Pegasus Pl where a man's tractor tipped over while he was mowing the grass. He sustained minor injuries.
MIDTOWN: Weapons Offense – 12:09 pm. Officers responded to a high school where the 16-year-old male suspect was in possession of a BB gun. The suspect was arrested on a warrant and newly charged with possession of a weapon on school grounds.
SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 4:55 pm. Officers responded to a residence where the 33-year-old male suspect was threatening to kill the victim and her dog. The suspect was arrested for domestic disorderly conduct.
EAST: Check Person – 6:11 pm. Officers responded to Cottage Grove Rd at the bridge over I90 for a man who was suicidal. The man was placed in protective custody and transported to the hospital where he became combative with hospital staff. Officers consulted with Journey Mental Health and it was determined the suspect would be arrested for attempted battery and resisting. The suspect was transported to jail.
SOUTH: Runaway Juvenile – 6:21 pm. A mother reported her 14-year-old daughter had run away. The juvenile was listed as missing and an ATL was aired.
NORTH: Traffic Crash – 8:58 pm. Officers responded to the intersection of Packers Ave and Scott Ln where the suspect vehicle struck a pedestrian in the crosswalk. Citations for the 75-year-old male driver may be forthcoming pending further investigation.
CENTRAL: Domestic Disturbance – 9:54 pm. Officers responded to a residence where the 31-year-old male suspect was present despite being prohibited from being on the property. The suspect was arrested and charged with trespass and violation of restraining order.
05/17
EAST: Trespass – 12:45 am. Officers responded to a storage facility where the 36-year-old male suspect was seen on surveillance cameras trespassing on the property. The suspect was arrested and charged with resisting, possession of cocaine and carrying a concealed knife.
EAST: Traffic Stop – 2:39 am. Officers observed short term traffic in the 3800 block of Milwaukee St and conducted a traffic stop on the involved suspect vehicle. The suspect was arrested for carrying a concealed firearm and felony bail jumping.
MIDTOWN: Disturbance – 2:47 am. Officers responded to an apartment building where the victim was buzzing all of the apartments in an attempt to get into the common hallway. The suspect, a 47-year-old male resident, confronted the victim and threatened him with a knife. The suspect was arrested for disorderly conduct while armed.