Stolen Truck, Strange Men? & Gun Versus Geese!

Vermilion Police Department Blotter: April 26-30, 2025

Editor’s Note: The purpose of publishing police blotters is simple: to keep the public informed. These reports show the kinds of calls Vermilion officers respond to—ranging from routine patrols to serious incidents. Transparency helps residents stay aware of what’s happening in their neighborhoods and encourages open conversations about public safety.

Below is a selection of the most notable calls handled by the Vermilion Police Department between April 26 and April 30, 2025.

Saturday, April 26, 2025

10:35 PM – Liberty Ave – Welfare Check
Caller hadn’t heard from her boyfriend or his mother in over 5 hours; male stated he was fine and didn’t want to speak with her.
10:46 PM – Nantucket Pl – Disturbance
Caller heard screaming and a thump from the apartment below; parties said it was only an argument.

Sunday, April 27, 2025

5:58 AM – Helen Dr (Americut) – Theft
Caller reported a stolen X650 box truck around 2:55 AM; information gathered for follow-up.
2:11 PM – Niagara Rd – Theft
Wallet stolen from vehicle in driveway sometime between 10 PM and 6 AM; reported at the station.
5:39 PM – Telegraph Ln (Kingston of Vermilion) – 911 Call
Elderly woman reported strange men entering the building; facility confirmed everything was fine.
7:53 PM – Aldrich Rd – Neighbor Trouble
Ongoing conflict; neighbor accused a juvenile of theft. Officer informed neighbor not to return to complainant’s residence.

Monday, April 28, 2025

12:31 PM – Liberty Ave/Woodlands Dr – Child Endangering
Report of a small child unrestrained in a black Chevy Equinox; investigation confirmed child was properly secured.
12:40 PM – Nicholson Ave – Weapons Offense
Herk’s employee reported hearing six gunshots; man was firing to scare geese from a pond and was advised not to discharge firearms in city limits.
2:25 PM – Liberty Ave (Harbortown Marine) – Suspicious Person
Caller reported a man acting suspicious near boats and dumpsters; officers could not locate the subject.
4:26 PM – Parkland Blvd – 911 Call
Hang-up call; dispatch called back three times with no response. Determined to be accidental.
4:35 PM – Sailorway Dr (Field House) – 911 Call
Juvenile hit in the head with a metal ball and semi-conscious; transported by squad.
5:25 PM – Sailorway Dr (Field House) – 911 Call
Emergency call for a 67-year-old possibly having a stroke; squad dispatched.
5:39 PM – Liberty Ave – Animal Complaint
Report of a dog locked in a hot car; officers found no dog inside upon arrival.
6:23 PM – Sailorway Dr (Field House) – Animal Complaint
Second report about the dog still in the car; vehicle was leaving the area.
7:26 PM – Sailorway Dr (Middle School) – Harassment
Caller reported an ice cream truck operator harassing her; officers advised on protection order. Sandusky PD history noted.
10:12 PM – Liberty Ave (Sunoco) – Warrant Attempt
Officers executed a warrant arrest; driver cited for driving under suspension and expired plates.

Tuesday, April 29, 2025

12:42 PM – Lexington Dr – Welfare Check
Elderly male found confused in his yard; wife stated he has a brain injury but seemed fine.
1:49 PM – Edgewater Blvd – Squad Run
Male reported numbness in legs; emergency services responded.
1:56 PM – Vermilion Rd – Squad Run
Caller experienced chest discomfort and shortness of breath; squad dispatched.
2:42 PM – Sunnyside Rd/Roanoke Dr – Traffic Complaint
Two drivers accused each other of road rage; officers spoke with both and gave warnings.
2:59 PM – Sanford St/Southview Ct – 911 Call
OnStar crash alert received; only birds heard in background. Callback went unanswered.
3:32 PM – SR2/Brill Tansey – Suspicious Vehicle
Caller reported three large trucks pulled off the road; officers confirmed one was broken down and awaiting a tow.
4:42 PM – Gore Orphanage Rd – Fire Call
Wire was reported down across the road; LifeCare and CenturyLink contacted.
4:58 PM – Mapleview Dr – Fire Call
Plastic melted in microwave; no active fire, ventilation needed.

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

1:30 AM – Dogwood Ln – Squad Run
Female with shortness of breath; squad notified and responded.
2:38 AM – Overlook Rd – Criminal Damaging
LCSO deputy reported someone attempted to break into his vehicle. Black SUV fled the area. Report taken and extra patrols assigned.
8:15 AM – Edgewater Dr – Squad Run
Subject suffered a fall; emergency responders assisted.
8:17 AM – Sanford St – Citizen Assist
Man tracked a lost/stolen item via GPS to a nearby residence; report filed.
9:33 AM – Liberty Ave (Motel Plaza) – Citizen Assist
Man asked to leave property; officers explained hotel rental laws.
9:46 AM – Berkley Rd/Woodridge Rd – Traffic Stop
Driver stopped for failing to use turn signals.