The information provided below is about some of the calls officers responded to over the last twenty-four (24) hours. Most narratives represent early and preliminary information that was gathered from those in the field who were actively working the cases. In many instances, facts and circumstances, even the type of crime listed, can change as the investigation unfolds.
From 6:00 a.m. on 06/02/2022 through 6:00 a.m. on 06/03/2022, MPD received 514 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 (85), East (117), Midtown (76), North (91), South (32), West (75), and Other (38). "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.
06/02
NORTH: Theft from Auto – 6:29 am. Officers responded to the Residence Inn at 4862 Hayes Rd where two victims reported a handgun and other items were stolen from their vehicle. Investigation continuing.
EAST: Domestic Disturbance – 6:53 am. Officers responded to a residence where the suspect (19-year-old male) pushed the victim while they were arguing. The suspect was arrested and charged with domestic disorderly conduct.
EAST: Death Investigation – 8:52 am. Officers responded to the 5000 block of Milwaukee St where a subject was slumped over in a vehicle. MFD paramedics transported the subject to the hospital where she passed away. Nothing suspicious on scene.
NORTH: Death Investigation – 1:35 pm. Building maintenance discovered a 65-year-old male deceased in his apartment. Nothing suspicious on scene.
CENTRAL: Death Investigation – 1:42 pm. Officers responded to a residence where a 60-year-old male was discovered deceased. Nothing suspicious on scene. Death appears to be related to medical issues.
EAST: Disturbance – 2:23 pm. Officers responded to the BP gas station at 1421 Pflaum Rd where the victim reported that the suspect (46-year-old male) punched her several times. The suspect was arrested and charged with battery.
EAST: Check Person – 4:30 pm. Officers responded to an assisted living facility where the care taker for a resident requested that police check her welfare. The subject was transported to the hospital for an evaluation and left in the care of medical staff.
SOUTH: Domestic Disturbance – 7:14 pm. A victim reported that during an argument, the suspect (22-year-old male) threw Gatorade on her and punched her. Officers developed probable cause to charge the suspect with domestic battery. Suspect is at large.
MIDTOWN: Hit and Run Crash – 7:29 pm. Officers responded to the beltline near Midvale Blvd where the suspect vehicle hit several cars before fleeing the scene. Officers later contacted the suspect (21-year-old male) at his residence where he was arrested for eluding and hit and run.
WEST: Information – 9:41 pm. Officers investigated a report of a possible sexual assault. Investigation continuing.
06/03
SOUTH: Check Person/OWI – 12:39 am. Officers responded to a residence where the suspect (37-year-old male) was reportedly suicidal or homicidal. As officers arrived on scene the suspect left in a vehicle. Officers conducted a traffic stop and arrested the suspect for OWI 5th offense and felon carrying a concealed knife.
CENTRAL: Nonresidential Burglary – 12:50 am. Officers responded to the 800 block of Williamson St where a witness reported observing people breaking into a business below his apartment. Officers discovered the suspect(s) forced entry and stole a safe. Investigation continuing.
CENTRAL: Sexual Assault – 2:46 am. The victim reported an unidentified suspect sexually assaulted her after giving her a ride partway home from a downtown bar and then following her on foot. Investigation continuing.