The information provided below about some of the calls officers responded to (Friday morning to Monday morning) 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 11/05/2021 through 6:00 a.m. on 11/08/2021, MPD received 988 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 (191),East (212), Midtown (128), North (189), South (90), West (138), and Other (40). "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.
11/05
Priority calls only from 11:57 a.m. to 2:10 p.m. due to calls for service.
Priority calls only from 3:59 p.m. to 9:34 p.m. due to calls for service.
NORTH: Sexual Assault – 12:56 a.m. A victim reported that a known suspect sexually assaulted her at her residence. The suspect has not been positively identified. Investigation continuing.
CENTRAL: Disturbance – 4:03 a.m. A subject reported her boyfriend showed up at her residence drunk and threw cups and splashed milk on her. Officers were unable to locate the male half of the disturbance and did not establish probable cause for any crimes.
EAST: Adult Arrested Person – 11:19 a.m. Officers responded to Hy-Vee for a trespass complaint. When an officer contacted the suspect (23-year-old male), the suspect pushed the officer and attempted to flee on foot. Officers apprehended the suspect and charged him with resisting and trespass.
NORTH: Weapons Offense – 11:25 a.m. A victim reported that while driving, he was being followed by a suspect vehicle. The victim drove into a house while attempting to maneuver his way out of the area. Residents in the area reported seeing two vehicles driving in the area at high rates of speed and saw several armed suspects exit one of the vehicles. The suspect vehicle was determined to be stolen and was eventually located unoccupied. Investigation continuing.
EAST: Substantial Battery – 11:44 a.m. The suspect (26-year-old male) confronted the victim after the victim honked at him because the suspect was driving very slowly and blocking traffic. The suspect and victim exited their vehicles in a parking lot where the suspect repeatedly punched the victim in the face, causing significant injuries. The suspect fled the scene. Officers developed probable cause to arrest the suspect for aggravated battery to elderly person. The suspect is at large.
MIDTOWN: Intoxicated Person – 1:26 p.m. Officers responded to a residence for a subject who was suicidal and incapacitated by alcohol. Officers placed the subject into protective custody and transported her to the hospital. The subject left the hospital against medical advice and officers were dispatched to locate her. Upon doing so, officers reassessed and determined the subject was no longer incapacitated. A safety plan was formulated and the subject was released to her parents.
NORTH: Mental Health Conveyance – 3:05 p.m. Officers responded to a residence for a subject who was throwing things and physically attacking a family member. Upon officers' arrival, the subject threw a knife at a wall and pushed over furniture. Officers consulted with Journey Mental Health and placed the subject into protective custody. The subject was transported to WMHI.
SOUTH: Mental Health Conveyance – 5:07 p.m. A mother reported that her son, who has significant mental health issues, attempted to jump out of her car while she was driving. The mother drove to a local hospital and police were contacted. The child was transported to WMHI.
NORTH: Death Investigation – 11:21 p.m. A family member discovered the subject (76-year-old female) deceased in her residence. Nothing suspicious on scene.
11/06
EAST: Weapons Offense – 1:31 a.m. Officers responded to the 2100 block of East Springs Dr where several subjects engaged in a fight before being ejected from an establishment. One suspect (23-year-old male) struck an employee as he exited the business, retrieved a gun from his car and then fired several rounds into the air before pointing the gun at an employee who was standing outside. This suspect was arrested and charged with 2nd degree recklessly endangering safety, battery and disorderly conduct while armed. A second suspect (25-year-old male) was cited for disorderly conduct. Incident report completed on MPD website. Investigation continuing.
CENTRAL: Disturbance Unwanted Person – 5:20 a.m. Officers responded to the 500 block of State St for an intoxicated subject who attempted to enter a business with a delivery driver. Officers made contact with the subject who was put in a cab and sent home.
NORTH: Domestic Disturbance – 7:19 a.m. Officers responded to a residence where the suspect (34-year-old male) was verbally abusive towards the victims. The suspect used a knife to damage a teddy bear belonging to one of the victims. Officers developed probable cause to charge the suspect with disorderly conduct while armed. Suspect is at large.
CENTRAL: Disturbance Unwanted Person – 9:28 a.m. Staff at a business contacted police for a suspect (57-year-old female) who was yelling and bothering patrons. The suspect was located in the area and was transported to the hospital. The suspect was cited for disorderly conduct and left in the care of hospital staff.
WEST: Death Investigation – 10:02 a.m. Family members discovered the subject (21-year-old male) deceased in the residence. The decedent had a history of drug abuse and overdoses. Medical examiner responded.
EAST: Sexual Assault of a Child – 10:13 a.m. Officers received a report of sexual assault of a child. Investigation continuing.
EAST: Traffic Crash – 10:30 a.m. Officers responded to the intersection of Millpond Rd and Hwy 12 where the suspect vehicle collided with an oncoming vehicle while attempting to make a left turn. The suspect driver (57-year-old male) was cited for failure to yield right of way. No significant injuries were reported.
NORTH: Domestic Disturbance – 12:01 p.m. The victim reported that the suspect (26-year-old male) struck her in the face and fled the scene. Officers were unable to locate the suspect.
SOUTH: Adult Arrested Person – 1:10 p.m. A 54-year-old male suspect was arrested/charged with possession of THC and possession of cocaine.
EAST: Trespass – 2:43 p.m. A 34-year-old female suspect was arrested after refusing to leave the premises of a hotel. The suspect was arrested/charged with trespassing.
SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 4:32 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 32-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct.
SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 7:28 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 26-year-old male suspect. Suspect not on scene when officers arrived. Probable cause developed to arrest the suspect.
NORTH: Recovered/Stolen Vehicle – 7:53 p.m. A driver/suspect (26-year-old male) was arrested/charged with operating a motor vehicle without consent and carrying a concealed weapon. The stolen vehicle was recovered.
EAST: Check Property – 8:49 p.m. Officers responded to the 3000 block of E. Washington Ave for multiple reports of shots fired. Casings located/recovered. No report of injuries or property damage.
EAST: Domestic Disturbance – 9:02 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 19-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested for resisting.
NORTH: Domestic Disturbance – 9:31 p.m. Officers received a report of a disturbance that took place a few days prior that involved a 50-year-old male suspect. The suspect was located/arrested by another law enforcement agency for domestic battery, domestic disorderly conduct and a probation violation.
EAST: Disturbance – 9:34 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 38-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested/charged with resisting and bail jumping (11 counts).
EAST: Check Property – 11:23 p.m. Officers received reports of shots fired in the area of Milwaukee St/E. Washington Ave. Areas checked. No evidence of shots fired located.
11/07
Priority calls only from 4:49 p.m. to 6:42 p.m. due to calls for service.
NORTH: Recovered/Stolen Vehicle – 12:50 a.m. A stolen vehicle (from Chicago) was located/recovered. Vehicle towed.
CENTRAL: Disturbance – 1:48 a.m. Officers responded to a report of a disturbance. A gun was reportedly involved. Subjects not identified at this time. Investigation continuing.
EAST: Child Abuse – 10:31 a.m. Officers responded to a report of possible child abuse. Child Protective Services plugged in. Interviews conducted. No indication of child abuse at this time.
WEST: Crash – 10:53 a.m. Officers responded to a crash after a driver/suspect (29-year-old male) went through a red traffic light and collided with another vehicle. The suspect was cited for driving while suspended and red signal violation.
NORTH: Drug Incident – 11:22 a.m. Officers responded to Reindahl Park for a report of a subject experiencing a drug overdose. MFD conveyed the subject to a local hospital. Investigation continuing.
CENTRAL: Stolen Auto – 1:03 p.m. A caller reported that his stolen license plates were on a vehicle parked on Mifflin at Brearly. Subjects/suspects observed in the area. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen. A backpack with drugs and cash was located. Investigation continuing.
WEST: Stolen Auto – 2:49 p.m. A traffic complaint involving a stolen vehicle was called in. The vehicle was located unoccupied. A 13-year-old male was arrested/charged with operating a motor vehicle without consent. A 16-year-old male suspect and 11-year-old male suspect were referred to the DA's office with a charge of operating a motor vehicle without consent. A 14-year-old male suspect was arrested/charged with operating a motor vehicle without consent and resisting.
WEST: Missing Adult – 2:56 p.m. A 51-year-old male was reported missing. Areas checked. Subject located safe.
NORTH: Injured Subject – 4:41 p.m. A minor sustained non-life threatening cuts which required a few stitches. All involved parties contacted/interviewed and cooperative with law enforcement. Child Protective Services notified. No charges substantiated at this time.
EAST: Death Investigation – 8:10 p.m. Officers responded to a residence for a deceased subject (95-year-old female). Nothing suspicious identified.
NORTH: Disturbance – 9:20 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance. Two suspects (47-year-old female and 49-year-old male) were arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct and 2nd degree reckless endangering safety.
WEST: Residential Burglary – 10:59 p.m. A victim's vehicle was broken into and items were stolen. The vehicle was parked in a secure underground parking garage.
11/08
NORTH: Drug Incident – 2:42 a.m. Officers responded to a report of a subject experiencing a drug overdose. Naloxone was administered. The subject was conveyed to a local hospital. No charges substantiated at this time.