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 02/08/2024 through 6:00 a.m. on 02/09/2024, MPD received 383 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 (73), East (70), Midtown (62), North (75), South (52), West (45), and Other (6). "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.
02/15
NORTH: Road Rage – 7:45 am. Two drivers traveling inbound on Northport Dr became upset with each other's driving behavior. One of the drivers called a third party who became involved. Officers stopped all three vehicles and interviewed the drivers. No charges were substantiated.
NORTH: Preserve the Peace – 8:48 am. Officers responded to a residence where a woman wanted to turn over some firearms to police for safekeeping.
EAST: Sexual Assault of a Child – 9:07 am. Officers assisted CPS with an investigation into the sexual assault of a child.
CENTRAL: Death Investigation – 11:41 am. A 67-year-old woman was discovered deceased in her residence. Nothing suspicious on scene.
CENTRAL: OMVWI – 12:47 pm. Officers responded to a three-car crash on John Nolen Dr. The 43-year-old male suspect was arrested for OWI 3rd.
WEST: Adult Arrested Person – 3:21 pm. Officers responded to a residence and contacted a 57-year-old male suspect who had warrants for his arrest. The suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked into the jail.
SOUTH: Check Person – 5:29 pm. Officers responded to a residence where a man with mental health concerns was outside without shoes on, thus at risk for frostbite. Officers consulted with Journey Mental Health. Officers left the man in the care of his guardian.
EAST: Death Investigation – 5:38 pm. Officers responded to a residence where a 42-year-old man was discovered deceased. Nothing suspicious on scene.
NORTH: Assist EMS/Fire – 6:17 pm. Officers responded to a store where a 59-year-old man was found down by his vehicle in the parking lot. MFD paramedics revived the man and transported him to the hospital.
MIDTOWN: Death Investigation – 8:11 pm. Officers responded to a hotel where a 78-year-old woman was pulseless and not breathing. MFD paramedics performed life-saving measures but were unsuccessful. Nothing suspicious on scene.
WEST: Adult Arrested Person – 10:52 pm. Officers responded to a residence to arrest a 19-year-old female suspect involved in a previous hit and run crash. A 50-year-old male present during the arrest threatened to shoot officers and was arrested and charged with threats to LE and resisting.
NORTH: Domestic Disturbance – 11:00 pm. Officers responded to a residence for a report of a violation of court order. Officers developed probable cause to arrest the 18-year-old male suspect for domestic disorderly conduct. The suspect was taken into custody and also charged with resisting.
WEST: OMVWI – 11:37 pm. Officers responded to Old Sauk Rd at Excelsior Dr for a report of a driver passed out in a running vehicle. The 30-year-old male suspect performed poorly on SFSTs and was arrested for OWI 1st. He was also charged with 4th degree sexual assault and disorderly conduct for making inappropriate contact with the officers on scene.
02/16
WEST: Domestic Disturbance – 12:17 am. Officers responded to a residence where the 21-year-old female suspect was arguing with and yelling at family members. The suspect was arrested for disorderly conduct.
NORTH: Traffic Stop/Drug Incident – 1:13 am. Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle operating without headlights. Officers detected an odor of marijuana in the vehicle. The 41-year-old male passenger was arrested and charged with possession with intent cocaine, possession with intent marijuana and bail jumping.
CENTRAL: Damage to Property – 4:51 am. Officers responded to the Wilson St entrance to the city county building where the 30-year-old male suspect was kicking the door. The suspect was arrested for damage to property.