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 11/16/2021 through 6:00 a.m. on 11/17/2021, MPD received 377 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 (81), Midtown (62), North (57), South (32), West (69), and Other (16). "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.
11/16
SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 6:40 a.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 33-year-old male suspect. The suspect was arrested/charged with domestic disorderly conduct.
MIDTOWN: Recovered/Stolen Auto – 8:12 a.m. A stolen vehicle was located/recovered near Crawford Drive/Helene Parkway. The owner was notified.
SOUTH: Road Rage – 8:24 a.m. A driver/victim reported that a male subject/suspect pointed a gun at him after his vehicle stalled in traffic. Investigation continuing.
MIDTOWN: Recovered/Stolen Auto – 8:56 a.m. A stolen vehicle (from Missouri) was located/recovered unoccupied on Odana Rd.
CENTRAL: Adult Arrested Person – 9:09 a.m. A 19-year-old male suspect turned himself in on outstanding charges (3 counts of second degree sexual assault and strangulation).
CENTRAL: Adult Arrested Person – 9:09 a.m. Officers responded to a report of an unwanted subject/suspect (41-year-old male) sleeping in an underground parking ramp. The suspect was found to be wanted regarding recent burglaries. The suspect was arrested/charged with burglary, possession of drug paraphernalia, misdemeanor bail jumping and a parole hold.
EAST: Stolen Auto – 11:22 a.m. A vehicle was reported stolen from a parking lot of a business. The vehicle was left unlocked with the keys in it.
MIDTOWN: Death Investigation – 12:24 p.m. Officers received a request to check the welfare of a subject (54-year-old male). Entry made to the residence and the subject was located deceased. Medical Examiner's office responded. Decedent had a history of medical/health concerns and alcohol use. Nothing suspicious identified.
CENTRAL: Crash – 1:04 p.m. Officers responded to S. Blair St/Williamson St after a truck hit a traffic light and the lights went out. A second vehicle also crashed into a traffic standard. Investigation continuing.
CENTRAL: Domestic Disturbance – 3:31 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 21-year-old female suspect. The suspect was observed side-swiping her ex's vehicle and leaving the area. Attempts made to contact the suspect unsuccessful. Probable cause developed to arrest/charge the suspect with domestic criminal damage to property, bail jumping and a probation hold.
CENTRAL: Death Investigation – 3:54 p.m. Officers received a request to check the welfare of a subject (18-year-old male). Entry made to the residence and the subject was located deceased, of an apparent suicide. Medical Examiner's office responded. Nothing suspicious identified.
NORTH: Battery – 3:54 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a fight involving numerous subjects near E. Johnson/Fordem. None of the involved parties were on scene when officers arrived. Witnesses observed a victim with visible injuries. Investigation continuing.
NORTH: Mental Health Conveyance – 5:23 p.m. Officers responded to a report of a subject/resident causing a disturbance at a memory care facility. The subject was conveyed to a local hospital and Journey Mental Health was consulted. Arrangements being made for the subject to return to the memory care facility. Officers disengaged.
EAST: Sex Offense Miscellaneous – 6:44 p.m. Officers investigating a report of inappropriate photos of a juvenile posted to social media.
WEST: Recovered/Stolen Auto – 9:45 p.m. A stolen vehicle from Chicago was located unoccupied on Tempe Drive. Chicago PD contacted. Vehicle towed.
NORTH: Check Person – 10:08 p.m. Officers received a request to check the welfare of a possible suicidal subject. Areas checked. Attempt to locate aired. Phone ping attempted. Subject not located at this time.
11/17
Priority calls only from 12:39 a.m. to 4:46 a.m. due to calls for service.
EAST: Homicide – 12:31 a.m. Officers responded to a report of subject who had been shot. The victim was located and emergency medical aid was provided. The victim was conveyed to a local hospital where they succumbed to their injuries. Several casings were located at the original scene. Investigation continuing.