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 4/22/2024 through 6:00 a.m. on 4/23/2024, MPD received 469 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 (72),East (92), Midtown (68), North (90), South (54), West (82), and Other (11). "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.
4/22
Priority calls only from 8:46am-1:27pm due to calls for service.
Midtown/Mental Health Conveyance – 7:58am: Officers responded to a report of a subject in the park with an axe. Officers arrived in the area and attempted dialogue with the subject who refused to cooperate. The subject was ultimately taken into protective custody (Chapter 51 return found to be in place). The subject was transported to a local hospital for a medical clearance before placement of the return. The subject also received citations for resisting and damaging a tree.
West/Stolen Auto – 8:38am: A 19-year-old male subject stole the victim's vehicle. The victim confronted the subject who said he had a gun. The subject was arrested for operating a motor vehicle without consent and disorderly conduct.
South/Death Investigation – 8:44am: Officers responded to a report of a deceased subject (42-year-old female). Medical Examiner's office responded. Nothing suspicious identified at this time. Autopsy scheduled.
Midtown/Adult Arrested Person – 1:08pm: A 39-year-old male subject was arrested for misdemeanor bail jumping.
West/Death Investigation – 3:13pm: Officers responded to a report of a deceased subject (63-year-old female). Medical Examiner's office responded. Nothing suspicious identified at this time.
Central/Assault – 3:14pm: A victim reported an assault that occurred several days prior. The victim had visible injuries. The victim reportedly lost consciousness and sought medical treatment several days after the incident. Investigation continuing.
East/Runaway Juvenile – 3:36pm: A 15-year-old female was reported as a runaway. Attempt to locate aired. The juvenile was entered as a runaway in the appropriate databases.
East/Death Investigation – 4:32pm: Officers responded to a residence for a deceased subject (36-year-old male). Medical Examiner's office responded. The decedent had surgery recently. There were pill bottles and paraphernalia observed. Nothing suspicious identified at this time. Investigation continuing.
North/Disturbance – 6:27pm: Officers received a report of a disturbance involving a 23-year-old female subject. The subject was contacted via phone who provided a statement. Probable cause developed to arrest the subject once she is located.
North/Death Investigation – 7:52pm: Officers responded to a report of a pulseless non-breathing subject (41-year-old male). Lifesaving measures attempted but not successful. Medical Examiner's office responded. Nothing suspicious identified at this time.
East/Adult Arrested Person – 8:42pm: A 48-year-old male subject (wanted) was taken into custody and transported to jail.
4/23
North/Mental Health Response – 1:40am: Officers received a request to check the welfare of a possible suicidal subject. The subject was voluntarily conveyed and admitted to a local hospital. Journey Mental Health consulted.