This activity log provides a snapshot of incidents investigated by our officers, as well as their general location and incident report numbers. Privacy concerns or ongoing investigations may require that certain incident codes (i.e. Sex Crimes and Drug Information) are not included in this report, so this list should not be considered a complete representation of our activities.
At least annually, we produce a report that details our activities during the previous calendar year. Other reports can also be found here, including one that details our most recent, comprehensive community survey.
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An officer responded to Walmart for a report of a male suspect that had entered the store and returned some stolen items for cash. The male was associated with some similar cases recently. The male was in a dark colored SUV. The officer was able to get some surveillance video of the suspect. The case is still under investigation.
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On May 14, a mother contacted the police to report a dispute between her daughter and her daughter's friend, along with the friend's father. An officer responded and obtained statements from each party. At this time no charges were filed.
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On May 14, 2022, a female requested a welfare check be done on her adult daughter. She was concerned her daughter had been assaulted by her boyfriend. Officers located the daughter and the boyfriend at the daughter's apartment. The officers were told the daughter had some injuries. The daughter denied having any injuries and would not let the officers check her for injuries. The officers were unable to make an arrest for the assault, but they arrested the boyfriend for a warrant.
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Officers encountered a group of people shoving each other while standing in front of a local bar in the downtown area. Officers investigated and determined that the victim did not wish to pursue charges. Alcohol was a factor.
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Officers responded to a report of a noise complaint coming from a building in the downtown area. Officers were unable to substantiate the complaint.
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Officers responded to a report of an intoxicated man who was not wearing pants while walking down the sidewalk. Officers located the man and instructed him to wear pants and he complied. Alcohol was a factor.
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On May 12, 2022, an officer responded to a medical call for a female complaining of foot pain.
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On May 12, 2022, officers responded to Trinity Lutheran Church for a report of two quilts that were stolen. The officers collected surveillance video that showed a male suspect grab the quilts and leave out the north door. The male suspect was identified. Officers recovered the quilts.
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On May 12, 2022, officers responded to a report of a male banging on an apartment door trying to gain access to the apartment. The male was intoxicated and threatening to break the windows. The male was identified, issued a citation for underage alcohol consumption, and released to a parent.
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On May 11, 2022, officers responded to a call from a property owner about a person at one of his rental properties that he wanted trespassed because she had previously broken a window. The officers determined that one of the renters had invited her to the property, so no action was taken.
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On May 11, 2022, an officer assisted a male that was attempting to recover $50 he had loaned to another male. The two males had exchanged some heated text messages regarding the money. The officer directed the male to look into using small claims court in order to recover his money.
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On May 11, 2022, officers responded to a residence for a domestic report. The reporting party said there was a lot of yelling and screaming. Officers determined that the dispute was only verbal and was between a mother and son. The situation was calmed down and no further action was taken.
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An officer observed someone walking with a yard sign during the early morning hours. The person dropped the sign upon seeing the officer, and the officer made contact with them. The person was ultimately issued a citation for underage consumption of alcohol.
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Officers responded to an open burning complaint. The tenant was given a verbal warning and put the fire out.
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Officers responded to a two vehicle accident on private property. Nobody was injured and the drivers' information was exchanged.
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Officers responded to a dispute that was civil in nature. The caller had a warrant for his arrest and was taken into custody.
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Officers responded to a commercial burglary alarm. The communications center called a contact person and confirmed the alarm was false. Officers arrived on scene and found no criminal activity.
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Officers responded to a 911 call of a dispute between persons. Officers investigation found a domestic assault occurred. One subject was arrested for assault and taken into custody. Charges are pending.
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An officer responded to vehicular crash on private property. The officer's investigation found one of the driver's to be intoxicated. The driver was arrested for DWI. Alcohol was a factor.
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An officer, while on routine patrol, recognized a subject with an active arrest warrant out of Clay County. The officer identified and arrested the subject for the active warrant. No new charges are pending. Alcohol was a factor.
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Officers responded to a driving complaint. Officers located the vehicle and found the driver to be unlicensed, a passenger to have an active warrant for their arrest and unrestrained children in the vehicle. The driver was cited and released. The passenger with the warrant was arrested. The vehicle was towed and impounded. Charges are pending.
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Officers responded to a call of a dispute between persons. Officers found the dispute to be civil in nature and mediated a solution for both parties involved. No charges or arrests were made.
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Officers received information of a past tense assault. The case is under investigation.
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Vermillion PD and the Clay County Sheriff office conducted a joint investigation regarding a death at a residence in town. Officers and detectives continue to investigate.
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