The information provided below about some of the calls officers responded to 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 02/24/2021 through 6:00 a.m. on 02/25/2021, MPD received 411 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 (61), East (83), Midtown (54), North (58), South (40), West (64), and Other (51). "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.
02/24
Priority calls only from 10:28 p.m. to 4:54 a.m. due to calls for service.
NORTH: Disturbance – 9:34 a.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 32-year-old male suspect. The suspect caused damage to the residence and a vehicle. The suspect was not on scene when officers arrived and remains at-large. Probable cause developed to arrest/charge the suspect.
MIDTOWN: Recovered Stolen Vehicle – 9:39 a.m. A stolen vehicle from our community was located/recovered in Kenosha.
NORTH: Sexual Assault – 9:49 a.m. Officers met with a victim who reported being sexually assaulted by a known acquaintance. Investigation continuing.
WEST: Disturbance – 2:56 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 27-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested/charged with disorderly conduct. Child Protective Services notified as there were also allegations of child abuse.
WEST: Traffic Complaint – 4:13 p.m. A vehicle was called in for driving recklessly. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen. Officers observed the vehicle but ultimately the vehicle/occupants were not able to be contacted/stopped.
EAST: Check Person – 5:21 p.m. Officers responded to check the welfare of a possible suicidal subject. The subject was conveyed to a local hospital for an evaluation. Journey Mental Health plugged in. An emergency detention was explored but not supported. A safety plan was created. The subject was left in the care of medical staff and officers disengaged.
EAST: Residential Burglary – 5:26 p.m. Officers met with a victim who reported a residential burglary at her residence. A rifle, jewelry and electronics from the home were reported missing/stolen. The victim's son was contacted and found to be in possession of most of the items, but the rifle remains missing. No charges have been substantiated at this time.
CENTRAL: Domestic Disturbance – 5:29 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 27-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic battery, domestic false imprisonment and domestic intimidation of a victim.
MIDTOWN: Intoxicated Driver – 5:51 p.m. Officers responded to a crash at Raymond Rd/Reetz Rd. The driver/suspect (51-year-old male) displayed signs of impairment. The suspect refused to participate in field sobriety tests. The suspect was arrested/charged with operating a motor vehicle while under the influence, possession of drug paraphernalia and a probation/parole hold. No injuries sustained.
WEST: Armed Robbery – 7:16 p.m. Officers responded to the 200 block of S. High Point Rd for an armed robbery report. The victim arranged to sell their cell phone and meet the suspect(s). The suspects took the phone without payment and produced a handgun. The suspects fled in a vehicle. No injuries sustained. Incident Report on MPD's website completed.
EAST: Threats Complaint – 7:38 p.m. Officers met with a victim who reported ongoing threatening messages from a known suspect (35-year-old male). Probable cause developed to arrest/charge the suspect once he is located.
NORTH: Check Person – 10:36 p.m. Officers responded to a pulseless non-breathing subject. MPD administered Naloxone and performed CCR. The subject was revived and conveyed to a local hospital. The subject did not provide any details on what occurred. No charges substantiated at this time. The subject was left in the care of medical staff.
WEST: Check Property – 11:24 p.m. Officers responded to Pilgrim Rd/Raymond area for multiple reports of shots fired. Canvas conducted. No evidence of shots fired located. No reported injuries or property damage at this time.