Date
|
Time
|
Type
of Call
|
Location
|
Incident
Notes
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1/1/2016
|
1:04 AM
|
Non-Injury Hit skip
|
South Chillicothe St.
|
Officers were dispatched to the area of South Chillicothe Street
and Fairfield Drive in reference to a non-injury hit skip crash. Upon their
arrival, they made contact with the caller and learned that the caller's
vehicle was struck from behind from another vehicle that had left the scene.
After further investigation, officers located the other vehicle and the
driver, Jaylynn Cahill of Plain City was cited for Failure to Control and
Stopping after Accident.
|
1/1/2016
|
10:47 AM
|
Animal Complaint - Other
|
Central Ave.
|
Officer met with caller in reference to his cat being inside a
vacant house across from his. Caller advised that the house is being
renovated and that the cat must have gone inside when they were last working
there. The house was locked and caller advised that he would attempt coax the
cat out of an open window or would contact the business renovating the
residence.
|
1/1/2016
|
2:56 PM
|
Suspicious Circumstances
|
Converse Ave.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to suspicious
circumstances. Caller advised she heard what sounded like someone walking on
her roof. Upon officer's arrival he observed that there was no one on the
roof. Everything was determined to be okay.
|
1/1/2016
|
4:50 PM
|
Theft - Misdemeanor
|
West Main St.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a theft. Caller
stated that a male subject entered the listed location and took two cans of
alcohol without paying. Subject was identified and charges are pending.
|
1/1/2016
|
6:33 PM
|
Suspicious Person/Vehicle
|
West Main St.
|
Officer responded to the listed location in reference to a
suspicious vehicle. Caller advised that a vehicle was sitting in the parking
lot for approximately 15 minutes. When caller made contact with the driver to
see if he needed assistance, the driver stated that he was playing a game on
his phone. Caller stated the male subject seemed suspicious. Upon officer's
arrival, he checked the area, but was unable to locate the vehicle.
|
1/2/2016
|
2:24 AM
|
Open Door
|
West Main St.
|
|
1/2/2016
|
4:57 PM
|
Theft/Identity
|
Lantern Ln.
|
Officer was dispatched to the location in reference to an
identity theft report. Officer met with the caller who stated that she has
had eight different lines of credit opened up in her name and has had several
unauthorized purchases on some of her credit cards. She stated most of the
purchases had come from Lansing, Michigan. Caller was referred to the Ohio
Attorney General Office and the FTC to file a complaint and that a police
report would be made.
|
1/2/2016
|
9:49 PM
|
Assist Other Agency / Pursuit
|
West Main St.
|
Officers assisted OSP Post 49 with a vehicle pursuit through
Plain City. The vehicle came to a stop on SR 161 and the east corporation
limits. A felony stop was conducted and the driver, Katie Tussing, was taken
into custody without further incident.
|
1/3/2016
|
2:04 AM
|
Warrant - Felony
|
Maple St.
|
While investigating another incident, officers made contact with
John Schrader on the corner of Maple Street and West Bigelow Avenue. Officers
learned that John had a felony warrant (confirmed) out of Licking County for
non- support. John was subsequently placed under arrest without incident and
taken to Tri-County Regional Jail.
|
1/3/2016
|
2:05 AM
|
Disorderly
Conduct
|
Maple St.
|
Officer was traveling in the area of West Bigelow Avenue and
Maple Street when he noticed a large
amount of trash in the roadway. After further investigation, officer learned
that Brian Smith had thrown a trash can at a passing vehicle. Brian was
subsequently cited for Disorderly Conduct and transported to the Police
Department. While at the Police Department, Brian damaged a desk by kicking
it. Therefore, he was also charged for Criminal Mischief.
|
1/3/2016
|
10:29 AM
|
Vandalism
|
South Chillicothe St.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a criminal
damaging complaint. Caller advised that sometime between 1800 Hrs the
previous day and 0900 Hrs today it appeared someone had shot the front
windshield of his Dodge with a pellet gun. Caller could not advise on any
suspect and saw nothing out of the ordinary. Caller stated that prior to
reporting the incident he spoke with all of his neighbors who also witnessed
nothing out of the ordinary. Report was taken.
|
1/3/2016
|
2:36 PM
|
Miscellaneous - Unclassified
|
Central Ave.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a tree limb and
met with the caller. Caller advised that a large tree limb had fallen and
damaged the roof of his shed. He advised that a piece of the limb about 8
feet long was still in the tree hanging precariously about 30 feet off the
ground. He was concerned that the limb may fall and hurt someone or damage a
passing car. Caller wondered if the Village Street Department may be able to
remove the limb since it is hanging over the road, which they could not.
Officer placed cones and a Road Closed sign in the road. Officer also made
contact with neighbors and advised them of the limb and the Road Closed
signs. The caller later removed the limb.
|
1/4/2016
|
12:14 AM
|
Open Door
|
South Jefferson Ave.
|
|
1/4/2016
|
8:49 AM
|
Vandalism
|
Center St.
|
Officer met with caller in reference to the windows of his
business garage door on the west end of building being shot out with a pellet
gun. Caller advised that he believed it happened on Saturday or Sunday.
Report was taken.
|
1/4/2016
|
9:39 AM
|
Theft - Felony
|
Jackson St.
|
Officer met with caller at the police department in reference to
his credit card being used fraudulently. He advised that he had several
hundred dollars of unauthorized charges made on his Visa card. Officer was
able to determine a suspect and charges are pending.
|
1/4/2016
|
2:00 PM
|
Miscellaneous - Unclassified
|
Friend St.
|
Officer handled a civil issue.
|
1/5/2016
|
7:07 AM
|
Alarm Drop
|
South Jefferson Ave.
|
|
1/5/2016
|
12:05 PM
|
Theft/Identity
|
North Chillicothe St.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a phone scam and
spoke to the caller. Caller advised that they received a phone call from an
unknown person who told them that they were having computer problems and
would need to allow them to remotely connect to help them. They allowed this
and they then installed a file on the computer trying to "help" them,
but it was at this time, that they believe this person infected the computer.
They were told that virus could be removed, but it would cost $350. During the
conversation the caller was able to obtain a number of personal identifiers.
They then provided a credit card number to have the virus removed, but then
became suspicious as they continued to ask personal questions. They were able
to disconnect and then cancel the credit card before payment was made. Caller
is protected by Lifelock, but caller did not provide any important personal
information. Officer referred caller to the Credit Bureaus and the FTC to
help protect themselves.
|
1/5/2016
|
9:05 PM
|
Miscellaneous - Unclassified
|
West Main St.
|
|
1/5/2016
|
9:24 PM
|
911 Follow-up
|
Cooper Ln.
|
Officer responded dispatched to location in reference to a 911
hang-up. Dispatch advised that on call back, the caller stated that
everything was okay and that the call was accidental. Officer met with caller
and confirmed that everything was fine.
|
1/6/2016
|
5:12 AM
|
Driving Complaint
|
US Rt. 42 N
|
Officer was advised by Union County Sheriff's Office that a
driving complaint that their deputy was looking for on US Rte. 33 East was turning
south bound on US Rt. 42. Dispatch advised that vehicle was committing a lot
of marked Lanes Violations. Officer located the vehicle on US Rt. 42 at West
Main Street and observed the vehicle drive left of center two times then
partially drive onto the sidewalk nears Schrock Automotive. Officer initiated
a traffic stop with the vehicle and the driver, Michael Yates was issued a
citation for Marked Lanes.
|
1/6/2016
|
4:55 PM
|
Animal Complaint - Other
|
North Chillicothe St.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a canine
complaint. The caller advised that he was walking in the alley behind this
address and a large Rottweiler was jumping up on the fence. Caller was afraid
that the dog would end up jumping over the fence and possibly hurting
someone. Caller had made contact with the resident / canine owner and advised
him of his concerns. The caller informed the canine owner that he might start
carrying a baseball bat in the future. The resident told the caller to leave
and then also called the Police. Upon Officer's arrival they spoke with both
parties. It was recommended to the caller to perhaps choose another route to
walk to avoid the issue and that the dog jumping on the fence is not
prohibited. Canine owner advised that the dog always jumps on the fence, but
cannot get over it.
|
1/6/2016
|
7:53 PM
|
Juvenile
|
West Main St.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a juvenile
complaint. The complainant advised that there were several juveniles playing
in the dumpster and also by her vehicle. Upon officer's arrival, they
patrolled the area, but was unable to locate any juveniles. Officer met with
the caller who stated that there were four juveniles and they were also
smoking while hanging around the dumpster. She further advised that the
incident occurred approximately 15-20 minutes prior to my arrival.
|
1/7/2016
|
1:31 AM
|
Open Door
|
South Jefferson Ave.
|
|
1/7/2016
|
10:00 AM
|
Parking Complaint
|
South Chillicothe St.
|
Officer was notified of an illegally parked van in front of the
listed location. Officer located a blue and silver minivan parked in an area
where parking is prohibited. Officer made contact with the owner of the van,
who was at the residence installing carpet, and advised him of the complaint.
Owner moved the van and apologized.
|
1/7/2016
|
10:30 AM
|
Theft/Identity
|
Country Side Rd.
|
Officer was met at the police department by the complainant who
advised that he noticed a fraudulent charge on his Visa card. He advised that
he did not authorize this purchase nor did he know who made it. He also said
he has not lost possession of his card. He said that a second attempt to use
the card was made on 01/06/2016, but was flagged. He said he has already reported
this fraud and they will be refunding the money back to his account. Officer
obtained other pertinent information regarding the transaction and will
follow-up to see if a suspect can be identified.
|
1/7/2016
|
12:42 PM
|
Alarm Drop
|
Gay St.
|
|
1/7/2016
|
7:47 PM
|
Threatened Suicide
|
Fairfield Dr.
|
Officer responded to location in reference to a threat of
suicide. Patient voluntarily was transported to hospital.
|
1/7/2016
|
10:15 PM
|
Suspicious Circumstances
|
North Chillicothe St.
|
Officer responded to the listed location in reference to
suspicious circumstances. Caller advised that when she returned home she
observed that the car alarm for her mother’s car was activated. There was no
damage to the vehicle and all four doors were locked. Officer checked the
area, but was unable locate anything out of the ordinary.
|
This report shows the calls the police department has handled or responded to during the dates listed. This does not include all of the officer's other activity, such as traffic stops, vehicle lock-outs, residential property checks, commercial property checks, community meetings, school patrols, etc.
Friday, January 8, 2016
Police Report Recap - 01/01/2016 to 01/07/2016
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