VPD Weekend Roundup: Welfare Check Scare, DV, Trespass

From suspicious activity and juvenile mischief to welfare checks and domestic violence reports, the Vermilion Police Department responded to a wide range of calls over the weekend of May 9–11, 2025. Officers remained visible through routine patrols, traffic stops, and business checks across the city, while also addressing serious concerns involving safety, homelessness, and public disturbances. The following is a breakdown of notable incidents reported by the VPD during this period.

🗓️ Friday, May 9, 2025

5:23 PM – Business check at Vermilion Fire Station 1.
5:41 PM – Juvenile complaint at Exchange Park: four juveniles were jumping off the dock into the water.
5:50–6:01 PM – Multiple business checks along Liberty Ave and Main Street Beach.
5:57 PM – Noise complaint on Timberview Dr; no loud music found.
7:00 PM – Alarm on Liberty Ave; false alarm, homeowner was eating dinner.
7:05 PM – Squad run: 27-year-old male experiencing numb hands and vomiting.
8:02–9:01 PM – Radar calibrations, extra patrols, and business checks at various locations including Brownhelm Country Market, Tiki Beach, and South Shore Plaza.
9:15 PM – Traffic stop at Liberty Ave/Helen Dr; marked lanes violation.
9:41 PM – Traffic stop at McDonald’s for expired plates.
10:05 PM – Traffic stop at Liberty/Ferndale; expired plates.
10:21–11:22 PM – Foot patrols and business checks continue.
11:39 PM – Traffic stop on Berkley Rd for headlight violation.
11:53 PM – Traffic stop on Shawnee Ct; female passenger detained.

🗓️ Saturday, May 10, 2025

12:20 AM – Prisoner detail begins at VPD.
12:38–3:33 AM – Business checks and foot patrols throughout Liberty Ave, Main Street Beach, and various schools.
6:40 AM – Homeless woman reported sleeping at Koko Mart; trespass warning issued.
6:56 AM – Red Honda reported running a red light; unable to locate.
9:30–11:30 AM – Stationary patrols, traffic stops, and fraud/harassment reports taken at Salvatore’s and Post Office.
10:06 AM – Juveniles seen climbing construction equipment; warned.
11:12 AM – Barking dog complaint on High Bridge Rd; homeowner’s father stated dogs were reacting to mowing.
11:50 AM – Same homeless woman returned, now at closed Sandbar property; formally trespassed from Vintage Crossing.
12:23–12:38 PM – Traffic stops and parking ticket issued for curb violation.
1:12–4:44 PM – Radar checks, patrols, and business inspections continue.
5:08 PM – Chunks of concrete reported in roadway at Cooper Foster/Claus; debris cleared.
5:18 PM – Assist agency: neighbor reported smoke alarm with no visible fire; fire crews found several alarms going off but no danger.
5:42 PM – Sick/injured opossum reported on Idleview Dr.
5:52 PM – Noise complaint on Guilford Rd; volume lowered after officer advisement.
7:29 PM – Welfare check on Guilford Rd after caller said female resident was “scared” of man in the home; all parties checked OK.
7:45 PM – Car vs. truck crash at Giant Eagle; no injuries.
8:27 PM – Suspicious male reported following child on a bike; turned out to be her father.
9:50 PM – Medical call at Driftwood Inn; male passed out, transported by squad.

🗓️ Sunday, May 11, 2025

12:01 AM–7:40 AM – Overnight business checks at locations including Brewed Awakening, Key Harbor Marina, and McDonald’s.
3:27 AM – Suspicious person call: white female in hoodie pulling on doors at Dewy; she was looking for cigarette butts and declined assistance.
9:13 AM – Second vehicle crash at Giant Eagle in as many days: Ford F-150 and Jeep Cherokee involved.
11:13 AM – OSP reported reckless driver on SR2; vehicle not located.
12:32 PM – Foot patrol at Brownhelm Cemetery.
12:37 PM – Barking dog complaint on High Bridge Rd; family issued a warning.
2:11 PM – Speeding traffic stop on Sunnyside Rd; verbal warning issued.
2:24 PM – Additional patrols and business checks through late afternoon.
2:28 PM – Harassment report: woman received threatening texts from ex-boyfriend after moving out; no contact order requested but no prior reports filed.
3:16 PM – Rear-end crash on SR60/Martin; tow truck dispatched.
3:53 PM – Traffic stop on Main St; citation issued for Driving Under Suspension (DUS).

👮 Community Note:

We report on these incidents to promote awareness, accountability, and transparency in our community. If you see something suspicious or need help, contact the Vermilion Police Department at 440-967-6116 or dial 911 in an emergency.