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 05/24/2021 through 6:00 a.m. on 05/25/2021, MPD received 445 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 (60), East (76), Midtown (74), North (78), South (53), West (67), and Other (37). "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.
05/24
Priority calls only from 11:21 p.m. to 2:19 a.m. due to calls for service.
MIDTOWN: Residential Burglary – 7:55 a.m. Officers responded to a residence after the homeowner returned home after being gone for the weekend and discovered forced entry to the home, the home rummaged through and items missing/stolen. Investigation continuing.
NORTH: Theft from Auto – 9:07 a.m. A gun and tools were stolen from an unlocked vehicle. Investigation continuing.
MIDTOWN: Domestic Disturbance – 9:41 a.m. Officers responded to a residence for a 911 disconnect where a female subject reported having a busted lip. Contact made with two subjects. A mutual argument took place between the subjects. The female subject/suspect (31-years-old) was found to have pulled a knife during the disturbance. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct while armed.
NORTH: Check Person – 10:33 a.m. Officers responded to a residence to check the welfare of a possible homicidal subject. The subject was contacted. Journey Mental Health was consulted. An evaluation was not supported at this time. No further action found necessary by officers at this time.
CENTRAL: Death Investigation – 12:13 p.m. Officers responded to a residence to check the welfare of a subject. Entry made to the residence and the subject (64-year-old male) was located deceased. Medical Examiner's office responded. The decedent had health/medical concerns. Nothing suspicious observed.
EAST: Domestic Disturbance – 12:15 p.m. Officers responded to a report of ongoing disturbance between two subjects. The suspect (35-year-old male) is at-large. Probable cause developed to arrest/charge the suspect once he is located.
MIDTOWN: Mental Health Conveyance – 2:59 p.m. Officers responded to a local hospital for a subject in need of a Chapter 51 return. Journey Mental Health consulted. Final destination pending. *The subject was admitted to a local facility and officers disengaged.
NORTH: Disturbance – 3:01 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 15-year-old female suspect. The suspect physically assaulted several victims. The suspect was arrested/charged with battery and disorderly conduct. The suspect was transported to the Juvenile Reception Center.
WEST: Armed Robbery – 5:34 p.m. Officers met with a victim who arranged to meet a buyer for his Nike Air Jordan shoes. Two male suspects met the victim and they did not have enough money for the shoes. One of the suspect's displayed a handgun in his waistband. The victim fled the area and called police. Investigation continuing.
MIDTOWN: Check Person – 5:39 p.m. Officers responded to N. Highlands Ave/Old Middleton Rd to check the welfare of a subject who had fallen off his bike and was yelling at people around him. The subject/suspect (47-year-old male) was determined to be intoxicated and was taken into protective custody. The suspect attempted to spit at an officer. The suspect kicked an officer. The suspect was arrested/charged and conveyed to jail after receiving a medical clearance for discharging bodily fluids at public safety workers (2 counts), battery to a police officer, disorderly conduct and a probation/parole hold.
EAST: Check Person – 5:41 p.m. An officer observed a subject taking off his clothes in the middle of Milwaukee St near Heistand Park. The subject threatened the officer. The subject was taken into protective custody and conveyed to a local hospital for an evaluation. Journey Mental Health consulted. An emergency detention is being sought. Final outcome pending. *The subject was released to their case manager/adult family home instead of an emergency detention.
NORTH: Death Investigation – 7:05 p.m. Officers responded to a residence for a report of a pulseless non-breathing subject. The subject was located deceased (self-inflicted). Medical Examiner's office responded. Nothing suspicious observed.
CENTRAL: Missing Adult – 9:11 p.m. Officers received a report of a missing adult. Phone ping completed. Attempt to locate aired. The subject was located safe. The subject's boyfriend/suspect (21-year-old male) was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct (2 counts) and a probation hold.
WEST: Disturbance – 10:19 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a fight with a possible knife involved. Other law enforcement agencies responded to assist as well. A 27-year-old female suspect jumped onto an officer's back as they were placing another suspect (28-year-old female) under arrest. The 28-year-old female was arrested/charged with disorderly conduct and an outstanding warrant. The 27-year-old female suspect was arrested/charged with disorderly conduct and resisting. A 28-year-old female suspect was cited for disorderly conduct and released. A 44-year-old female suspect was arrested for obstructing.
NORTH: Assist EMS/Fire – 11:24 p.m. Officers responded, along with EMS/Fire, to a subject naked, screaming, yelling and pacing. The subject was conveyed to local hospital for an evaluation. No charges substantiated and officers disengaged.
05/25
EAST: Domestic Disturbance – 12:17 a.m. Officers responded to a report of a suspect (26-year-old male) in a vehicle with a handgun threatening the victim. It was reported that there were children in the vehicle. The vehicle was observed and officers made contact with the occupants in a parking lot of a convenience store. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct, felon in possession of a firearm, a probation violation and outstanding warrants.
NORTH: Domestic Disturbance – 2:36 a.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 38-year-old male suspect. The victim sustained visible injuries. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct and domestic criminal damage to property.
EAST: Domestic Disturbance – 3:59 a.m. Officers received a report of ongoing disturbances involving a 41-year-old male suspect. The suspect is at-large. Probable cause developed to arrest/charge the suspect once he is located.