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 2/13/2024 through 6:00 a.m. on 2/14/2024, MPD received 454 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 (59),East (77), Midtown (71), North (91), South (60), West (82), and Other (14). "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.
2/13
Priority calls only from 7:18 p.m. to 8:44 p.m. due to calls for service.
NORTH: Disturbance – 5:20 a.m. Officers responded to a report of two subjects refusing to leave the premises. A 41-year-old male subject was found to have an outstanding probation/parole warrant. The subject was transported to jail.
NORTH: Check Person – 8:20 a.m. Officers responded to check the welfare of a subject. The subject was found with a superficial wound to their neck. The subject was heavily intoxicated. The subject was conveyed to detox.
EAST: Adult Arrested Person – 11:23 a.m. A traffic stop was conducted and a 20-year-old male passenger started to walk away from the vehicle and not listen to the officer to remain on scene. The subject was resistive and ultimately detained. Alcohol, marijuana and a scale were located on the subject. The subject was transported to a local hospital for an evaluation. Charges forthcoming.
MIDTOWN: Conveyance – 11:50 a.m. CARES requested MPD assistance regarding a minor. EMS transported the child to a local hospital. Emergency detention being sought. Final outcome/placement pending.
NORTH: Adult Arrested Person – 2:01 p.m. A victim reported an unknown male subject approached him and demanded property. A struggle ensued over the victim's keys. The victim was able to hang on to the keys and retreat into a store. A 23-year-old male subject was arrested for attempted strong armed robbery, disorderly conduct, resisting and battery.
MIDTOWN: Domestic Disturbance – 2:17 p.m. Officers responded to a disturbance involving a 62-year-old male subject. The incident occurred over the weekend. The subject was arrested for domestic disorderly conduct, domestic false imprisonment and domestic intimidation of a victim.
EAST: Threats Complaint – 4:34 p.m. Officers responded to a threats complaint. Officers made contact with the involved subject. Investigation continuing.
EAST: Check Person – 6:42 p.m. Officers responded to check the welfare of a possible suicidal subject. Contact made with the subject. Journey Mental Health consulted. Safety plan in the works and officers disengaged.
EAST: Strong Armed Robbery – 9:14 p.m. Victims reported that 3 unknown subjects approached them, battered them and took items from them. The subjects fled on foot. Investigation continuing.
WEST: Mental Health Conveyance – 9:28 p.m. Officers responded to assist with a subject in need of an emergency detention. The subject was subsequently transported to Winnebago.
2/14
MIDTOWN: Intoxicated Driver – 12:19 a.m. Officers responded to a report of a noise complaint (honking of a car horn incessantly). A 39-year-old female subject was observed in a vehicle. She was uncooperative and attempted to flee. The subject was found to be impaired and arrested for operating a motor vehicle while under the influence (3rd offense) and child neglect (two children found unattended at home). Child Protective Services contacted.
NORTH: Check Person – 12:26 a.m. Officers responded to a report of a suspicious person. Contact made with a 36-year-old male subject who was arrested for disorderly conduct and trespassing.