October 26, 2023

Police Beat

By David

Sunday, Oct. 15

An officer responded to the 100 block of East Ottawa Street for a report of a 911 follow up.

Monday, Oct. 16

An officer responded to the 20 block of Cherry Street for a report of several pigs loose and causing damage to the property. Upon arrival and further investigation, 58-year-old John Hamilton was issued a citation for animals at large.

Tuesday, Oct. 17

An officer responded to the 800 block of Forest Lane for a report of a suspicious circumstance.

Tuesday, Oct. 17

An officer responded to the 300 block of East Blagrove Street for a report of a suspicious circumstance.

Wednesday, Oct. 18

An officer responded to the 20 block of Wood Street for a report of several juveniles that were out past curfew.

Friday, Oct. 20

An officer responded to the 100 block of Blaine Avenue for a report of trespassing.

Friday, Oct. 20

An officer responded to the 200 block of Pearl Street for a report of identity fraud.

Saturday, Oct. 21

An officer responded to the 100 block of South Franklin Street for a juvenile complaint.

Saturday, Oct. 21

An officer responded to the 300 block of East Blagrove Street for a report of a theft.

Saturday, Oct. 21

Officers responded to the 18000 block of Miller Road to assist the Union County Sheriff’s Office on a report of an attempted suicide.

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