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 9/3/2024 through 6:00 a.m. on 9/4/2024, MPD received 424 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 (48),East (88), Midtown (79), North (80), South (54), West (65), and Other (10). "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.
9/3
Central/Disturbance – 4:27am: Officers responded to a report of a subject being physically assaulted on the street (600 block of E. Washington Ave). A victim sustained non-life threatening injuries. Caller and victim reported that 3 unknown subjects approached their vehicle, broke the back window, and physically assaulted the victim. Investigation continuing.
Midtown/Crash – 7:36am: Officers responded to a crash involving a driver who sustained a medical issue. No other vehicles/subjects involved.
South/Traffic Arrest – 10:02am: A traffic stop was conducted. The driver/subject (30-year-old male) was uncooperative. Taser deployed. The subject was arrested for resisting, operating after revocation (4th offense), and cited for speeding and no seatbelt.
South/Trespass – 12:28pm: Officers responded to a report of a 46-year-old female subject who had been evicted and was still on the premises. The subject was contacted and not cooperative with officers. The subject was arrested for trespass to dwelling, criminal damage to property, and resisting.
South/Adult Arrested Person – 2:45pm: A 38-year-old male subject was arrested for unlawful use of a telephone.
West/Check Person – 9:11pm: Officers responded to a report of a possible suicidal subject armed with a gun. Attempts made to contact the subject without success. Family members were able to get out of the home. Officers ultimately disengaged at this time.
9/4
South/Stolen Auto – 2:20am: Officers responded to a report of a crash in a parking lot. The suspect vehicle was located unoccupied/unattended. The vehicle was determined to be reported stolen. Registered owner contacted.
North/Strong Armed Robbery – 2:38am: Caller reported being robbed (cash) at their residence. Caller not forthcoming with officers about details. Investigation continuing.