The information contained in my blog is derived from notes provided by MPD Officers-In-Charge (OIC) at the end of their shifts. Most narratives represent early and preliminary information that was gathered by an OIC from those in the field who were actively working cases. The OIC is sharing what they were being told, in the moment. In many instances, facts and circumstances, even the type of crime listed, can change as officers, detectives and investigators continue their work.
From 6:00 a.m. on 11/09/2018 through 6:00 a.m. on 11/10/2018, MPD received 533 calls for service. This number does not include parking complaints or 911 misdials. For purposes of clarification, the following abbreviations are short-hand for race designations: W=White, AA=African American, NA=Native American, H=Hispanic, ME=Middle Eastern, A=Asian, MR=Mixed Race, U=Unknown. MPD shifts are staggered as follows: 1st detail=7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 2nd detail=12 p.m. to 8 p.m., 3rd detail=3 p.m. to 11 p.m., 4th detail=8 p.m. to 4 a.m., 5th detail=11 p.m. to 7 a.m.
To further break down the 533 calls for service for the past 24-hours this is how the calls came in per district: Central (84), East (102), Midtown (72), North (91), South (67), West (74), and Other (43). Other=these are calls for service that either do not have a sector listed or the sector is not in the City. For example, if one of our officers assists another law enforcement agency, their sector is not listed in our districts so therefore it is listed under "other".
1) CENTRAL: Assist Law Enforcement/Check Person – 7:00 a.m. Officers responded to a residence on E. Gilman St to check the welfare of a possible suicidal subject (24-year-old WF) at the request of another law enforcement agency. The subject was not located and it was confirmed that she did not reside at the address. No further information known about the subject's whereabouts at this time. Investigation continuing.
2) EAST: Disturbance – 9:50 a.m. Officers responded to East Towne Mall reference a verbal disturbance between two subjects (a Metro Bus driver/victim and a WM suspect). It was reported that the suspect threatened the bus driver, stood in front of the bus blocking it from leaving and was hanging onto a side mirror of the bus. The suspect was not on scene when officers arrived. Investigation continuing.
3) WEST: Death Investigation – 10:46 a.m. A subject (92-year-old UF) was observed walking and falling to the ground. MFD arrived on scene and located a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) bracelet on the subject. Nothing suspicious observed on scene. Medical Examiner's office notified.
4) EAST: Emergency Detention – 12:56 pm. Officers were dispatched to a residence on Acewood Blvd regarding a combative subject (67-year-old WM) that has dementia. The subject was evaluated at a local hospital where he was placed under emergency detention and admitted to the hospital.
5) WEST: Disturbance – 3:25 pm. Officers were dispatched to 6400 Schroeder Road (Lighthouse Christian School) regarding a disturbance where a mother/suspect (35-year-old WF) was physically aggressive towards the school's principal. The suspect was cited for disorderly conduct. Investigation continuing.
6) EAST: Runaway Juvenile – 4:57 pm. MPD was dispatched to a residence on Mayfair Ave regarding a missing/runaway juvenile (14-year-old WM). No mental health or medical concerns. ATL aired and juvenile listed as a missing/runaway.
7) EAST: Weapons Offense Shots Fired – 6:48 pm. Officers were dispatched to Bewick Drive regarding a report of two vehicles that were shooting at each other in the parking lot. A single caller reported seeing a dark colored Pontiac sedan and a second "similar style" sedan. Caller reported hearing 3-5 shots. Officers arrived and canvassed the area. Multiple other residents were home and stated that they did not hear anything. No evidence was located. Investigation continuing.
8) SOUTH: Death Investigation – 8:36 pm. Detox reported finding one of their patients (41-year-old AAM) without a pulse and not breathing. The subject was pronounced deceased after life-saving efforts by MFD. Investigation continuing.
9) EAST: Strong Arm Robbery – 9:04 pm. Officers responded to the Journey Seafood and Sushi restaurant (4325 Lien Rd) for a report of a strong arm robbery. The victim (40-year-old AF) was walking to her car in the parking lot when she was approached by a WM, 30 to 40 years old, tall and skinny, wearing a sweatshirt with the hood up. The suspect grabbed the victim's purse and after a struggle wrenched it free from the victim. During the struggle the suspect struck the victim and threatened her. The suspect is at large. An incident report was completed on MPD's website. Investigation continuing.
10) SOUTH: OMVWI Arrest – 1:30 am. Several callers to 911 reported a vehicle that missed the exit to Fish Hatchery Road from the Beltline. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a bridge. Upon arrival, officers located an uninjured passenger still in the car. The driver/suspect (22-year-old WM) was found walking in the middle of the Beltline and was physically removed from the roadway. It was determined that the suspect was under the influence of hallucinogens and was arrested for OMVWI. Investigation continuing.
11) CENTRAL: Conveyance/Alcohol and Mental Health – 1:42 am. Officers responded to the Paradise Bar (119 W Main St) and placed an intoxicated subject (33-year-old WM) into protective custody after he said he was suicidal. He was transported to the hospital whereupon officers disengaged. At 3:50am the hospital called police back and said that the subject had left. Officers searched the area and could not locate him. An ATL was completed. Investigation continuing.
12) SOUTH: Information – 2:29am. A caller informed 911 dispatchers that two AAMs had robbed him at gunpoint and had fled in a white SUV headed southbound on Park St. The caller disconnected and attempts to contact him were unsuccessful. UW PD observed a white SUV headed southbound on Fish Hatchery Rd towards the beltline. The same SUV was then observed heading inbound on Park St. The vehicle was stopped and the driver (26-year-old AAM) consented to a search of his vehicle. Cash and an empty duffel bag smelling of marijuana were found. No probable cause was developed at this time. Investigation continuing.
13) SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 2:41 am. A victim (36-year-old WF) reported receiving a message from the suspect (31-year-old AAM) in which he indicated he was suicidal and included a photo in which he was displaying a gun. The suspect also threatened to break all the victim's windows. Officers made contact with the suspect whereupon he was arrested for domestic DC and taken to the DCJ. Investigation continuing.