To provide readers with a glimpse into the daily operations of local law enforcement, we’ve selected some of the most noteworthy entries from the Vermilion Police Department’s dispatch log. These entries highlight a range of incidents, from routine calls to more unusual occurrences, offering insight into the challenges and responsibilities faced by our community’s officers. For a comprehensive view of all recent activity, you can access the full dispatch log on the Vermilion Police Department’s Glyph Reports page. vermilionoh.glyphreports.com
March 20, 2025
- 09:48 AM – Extra Patrol – Officers patrolled Berkley Rd/Overlook Rd.
- 09:55 AM – Special Detail – Officers assigned to Vermilion Fire Station.
- 11:10 AM – Open Building – A caller reported an open window at a vacant house on Arlington Dr. Officers determined the wind had blown it open.
- 11:57 AM – Welfare Check – Officers checked on a resident on Harbor Ct. who had not picked up mail for two weeks. No contact was made.
- 12:48 PM – Transport Prisoner – Prisoner transported to Lorain County Jail.
- 03:07 PM – Transport Prisoner – Prisoner taken from court back to Lorain County Jail.
March 21, 2025
- 01:36 AM – Citizen Assist – Officers assisted an elderly, confused female walking on Adams St. until family arrived.
- 08:25 AM – Suspicious Activity – A report of a suspicious person near Edgewater Blvd was investigated; no criminal activity found.
- 01:12 PM – Fire Call – Officers assisted firefighters with a structure fire on Grand St. No injuries reported.
- 02:14 PM – Assault – A reported physical altercation occurred at the Lucy Idol Center. Officers gathered information for a report.
- 06:45 PM – Disturbance – Officers responded to Parkland Blvd. for a domestic disturbance between a parent and a juvenile. Both were advised to separate for the night.
- 08:37 PM – Suspicious Vehicle – A caller reported a vehicle parked at the end of their driveway. The vehicle left before officers arrived; the area was checked.
March 22, 2025
- 02:25 AM – Traffic Stop – A driver was taken into custody following a stop at Liberty Ave/Morton Rd.
- 11:22 AM – Lockout – Officers assisted in unlocking a vehicle at The Nest Restaurant.
- 11:44 AM – Assist Other Agency – Officers assisted Children’s Services with a standby at a home on State St. related to a possible intoxicated driver.
- 02:25 PM – Welfare Check – A young man was reported as dozing off in his vehicle outside Hometown Bakery. He was found reading a book.
- 08:34 PM – Citizen Assist – Officers helped an elderly resident retrieve a package from their porch on Exchange St.
March 23, 2025
- 09:10 AM – Foot Patrol – Officers checked the Indian Ridge Clubhouse; no issues reported.
- 11:27 AM – Squad Run – LifeCare assisted a resident on Edgewater Dr. with a lift assist.
- 11:30 AM – Suspicious Vehicle – A red Tesla was reported pulling into and backing out of multiple driveways on Cooper Foster Park Rd. Officers checked the area but could not locate the vehicle.
- 12:08 PM – Juvenile Complaint – A mother on Parkland Blvd. requested assistance with her 12-year-old daughter refusing to listen. Officers transported the juvenile to Turning Point.
- 08:44 PM – Traffic Stop – Officers issued a verbal warning for expired plates at Sunnyside Rd/Roanoke Dr.
March 24, 2025
- 12:23 AM – Squad Run – Lift assist conducted for a resident on Hollyview Dr.
- 02:48 AM – Traffic Stop – K-9 sniff conducted at Overlook Rd/Berkley Rd. The driver received a citation for driving under suspension.
- 08:19 AM – Squad Run – Officers responded to a fall involving a 79-year-old male on Edson St.
- 10:39 AM – Business Check – Motel Plaza and other businesses on Liberty Ave were checked; no issues reported.
The Vermilion Police Department encourages residents to report suspicious activity and secure their homes and belongings. If you have any information regarding these incidents, please contact VPD at (440) 967-6116.
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