From the Desk of Chief Chris Hartung
Each week, the Vermilion Police Department works to protect and serve our community with professionalism and integrity. The following blotter provides a summary of notable incidents handled by officers between July 21 and July 27, 2025. These entries highlight a range of police activity including welfare checks, arrests, traffic stops, and investigations.
July 21, 2025
- 1141 hours – 1000 block of Sweetbriar Drive: Welfare check requested. Subject was evaluated and referred to Adult Protective Services.
- 1545 hours – 4700 block of Liberty Ave: Theft reported from a boat.
- 1828 hours – 1500 block of Vermilion Road: Car versus deer accident reported.
July 22, 2025
- 2141 hours – 1100 block of Jackson Street: Assault reported between neighbors. One suspect arrested and taken to Erie County Jail. Victim transported to Mercy Hospital.
July 23, 2025
- 0407 hours – 2400 block of Brownhelm Station: Multiple callers reported shots fired. Investigation revealed several rounds had been discharged from a high-powered rifle into a residence. Suspects also fired shots on Sunnyside Road. Case remains under investigation.
- 1012 hours – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.
- 1029 hours – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.
- 1308 hours – Jerusalem Road: Motor vehicle accident.
- 1455 hours – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.
- 1750 hours – 2900 Whispering Shores: Fraud complaint filed.
- 1957 hours – 4400 block of Howard Drive: Domestic disturbance reported. Parties separated for the night after officers intervened.
July 24, 2025
- 0526 hours – 2300 block of Claus Road: EMS assist with subject transported to Mercy for evaluation.
- 0952 hours – 700 block of Main Street: Subject arrested on an active warrant.
- 1219 hours – Liberty Ave: Parking violation. Citation issued.
- 2032 hours – 300 block of Fairfax Road: Juvenile reported missing. Located and safely returned home.
July 25, 2025
- 0539 hours – Lake Erie: Dock with jet ski reported drifting. Located and recovered by owner.
- 0601 hours – Berkley Road: Subject arrested during traffic stop for active warrant.
- 1129 hours – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.
- 1240 hours – Lake Erie: Two vessels reported adrift. Located and found to be safely occupied.
July 26, 2025
- 1000 hours – 400 block of Minnie WaWa: Fraud complaint received.
- 1032 hours – 400 block of Niagara Road: Report of Civil Protection Order violation. Case under review for charges.
- 1534 hours – 800 block of Aurora Drive: EMS assist with transport to Mercy.
- 2159 hours – Liberty Ave: Driver stopped for speeding and running a red light. Initially uncooperative, later arrested for multiple violations and transported to Erie County Jail.
July 27, 2025
- 0920 hours – 2600 block of Liberty Ave: Arrest made for an outstanding warrant from the State Highway Patrol.
- 2127 hours – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident.
- 2237 hours – Liberty Ave: Motorcycle stop led to arrest for OVI. Loaded handgun found during stop. Suspect arrested for OVI and improper firearm handling and taken to Lorain County Jail.
We commend the officers of the Vermilion Police Department for their continued dedication to public safety. If you witness suspicious activity or need to report a non-emergency incident, please contact the department at 440-967-6116. For emergencies, always call 911.
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