Reed City Police: Weekly Blotter (10/19

Monday, October 19

An officer assisted the Washington County Sheriff's Department from Wisconsin with paper service on an individual. The person’s identification was verified and items served without incident.
An officer took a complaint of issues with a neighbor child riding their scooter in traffic. Interviews were completed with both sides and documented. Both parties were advised to watch for all drivers at all times. This matter was civil in nature only.
An officer was dispatched for a suspicious person in a breezeway. The juvenile suspect described was located, identified and interviewed. The person was turned over to parents and charges have been requested for Felony Breaking and Entering, Minor in Possession of Marijuana, and being a repeat offender.

Tuesday, October 20

An officer took a complaint of solicitation for sex. Suspect was located and confirmed based on physical description and vehicle. An interview was documented and it was determined that it didn’t meet the level of criminal charges.
An officer assisted Adult Protective Services (APS) with a well-being check. The individual was located and interviewed. The person was found to be in good health, had their needs met at the home, and correctly answered qualifying questions regarding mental acuity. The individual was advised that APS will be contacting them.

Wednesday, October 21

Thursday, October 22

During patrol, an officer located an individual that had a BOLO ("Be On The Lookout"). The person was believed to either be intoxicated or having mental health difficulties. The individual was determined not to be intoxicated and able to care for themselves.
An officer took a complaint of a barking dog violation. Upon arrival, there was no barking present. The owner of the animals was contacted and advised of the ordinance criteria. The owner stated they would keep the animals quiet.
An officer was called for teens knocking on doors and running. The individual was not located upon checking the area.
An officer assisted Michigan State Police from the Traverse City post to locate an individual with active Friend of the Court & Personal Protection Order warrants. It is believed the wanted individual ran out the rear door when the officer arrived. The homeowner was advised that charges would be filed if they were found to be harboring the suspect in the future. This case is currently active.
An officer took a complaint of a possible telephone scam. An interview was completed and documented. Investigation results revealed inconclusive information regarding the validity of the business. The complainant was advised of this and a report is on file.

Friday, October 23

An officer was called for suspicious activity. The individuals were located and were found to be playing a virtual hide-and-seek game. No evidence of a crime was found.
An officer was dispatched to assist Osceola County Sheriff's Department on a possible domestic incident. It was found that the individual was cleaning and moving things around on their front porch, no one else was there. No evidence of a crime was found.

Saturday, October 24

Officers performed traffic patrols, wrote multiple citations, followed-up on abatements, worked on open investigations, and made security checks.

Sunday, October 25

An officer was called for a suspicious substance in a vehicle. The faint powder was suspected to be baby powder and non-acidic in nature. The owner showed no ill effects and left in the vehicle.

Monday, October 26

An officer was dispatched for a ground fire. The Reed City Fire Department assisted in extinguishing the fire and checking for hot spots. The homeowner was issued a citation for an ordinance violation.
An officer investigated a complaint of child neglect/abuse. Interviews produced no evidence of either allegation. The individuals were safe, secure, and cared for appropriately.
An officer investigated an odor of possible illegal drug use at an apartment. All of the residents were checked on, and no evidence of drugs were found. The odor was determined to be from cooking with strong garlic.

Tuesday, October 27

An officer took a complaint of a family argument. This disagreement turned out to be civil with no crime being committed.
An officer took a complaint of strong garlic odors in an apartment building. This was the same building on Monday's call. Nothing could be determined as a cause, or a crime. The individual was advised to contact apartment management.
An officer took a complaint of a possible financial scam. At this time, there is no evidence of a crime and it was advised for the subject to alert their financial institution of the potential security issue.
An officer responded for a disruptive person call. This turned out to be only a civil disagreement with no criminal element. Everyone agreed to get along going forward.

Wednesday, October 28

An officer was called for a curfew violation. The individual was located and returned home without incident. Probate was advised.
Officers participated in active shooter training exercises.

Thursday, October 29

An officer was called for suspicious boxes left on the White Pine Trail. The boxes contained food items. An owner could not be located at this time.

Friday, October 30

An officer arrested a 28-year-old man with active warrants for Failure to Appear and Failure to Comply with a Judgement. The individual was arrested and transported from Mecosta County to Osceola County Jail without incident.
Officers were dispatched for a retail fraud complaint. Upon investigating, a 24-year-old woman was arrested for Retail Fraud, Lying to an Officer, Obstructing an Investigation, two other outstanding warrants, and violating probation conditions. A 25-year-old man was also arrested on an outstanding warrant.

Saturday, October 31

An officer took a report of identity fraud. The investigation revealed the numbers provided to verify the caller were false. The individual was advised to never give out personal information over the phone, and to tell the caller to personally come to your home with the proper credentials to verify them. They were also advised to contact credit reporting agencies, as well as to file a consumer report on the attempted fraud.
Officers patrolled traffic and Halloween events in the city, wrote citations, performed security checks, and worked on active cases.

Sunday, November 1

During a traffic stop, a 45-year-old man was arrested for an active warrant of having dangerous drugs. After calling a nearby family member to take possession of his car, a 63-year-old woman was also arrested for an active warrant on the same charges. Both subjects were transported to the Osceola County Jail without incident.

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