The following incidents were reported to the Vermilion Police Department between July 14 and July 20, 2025, as provided by Chief Chris Hartung. This weekly blotter highlights a range of activity including fraud complaints, vandalism, and multiple arrests stemming from traffic stops and other incidents.
July 14, 2025
- 1:53 AM – Sandusky Street: A driver stopped for a moving violation was found to be driving under suspension and arrested.
- 6:09 AM – 1200 block of Beechview Drive: A business reported a bicycle had been thrown through a window overnight.
- 11:25 AM – 8000 block of West Erie Road: A salvage vehicle scheduled for auction was reported stolen and entered into the system.
- 2:20 PM – Liberty Ave: A motor vehicle accident occurred with no injuries.
- 4:29 PM – 300 block of Nantucket Place: Fraud complaint filed.
- 5:14 PM – 320 block of Salem Drive: Fraud complaint filed.
- 10:31 PM – Overlook Drive: A driver stopped for a moving violation was arrested for driving under suspension.
- 10:53 PM – Sandusky Street: A caller reported being followed by a vehicle, suspecting her ex was a passenger. The vehicle was located; two passengers were cited for underage alcohol possession.
July 15, 2025
- 6:42 AM – 5700 block of Liberty Ave: Telecommunications harassment reported.
- 3:56 PM – Hollyview Drive: Parking complaint investigated.
- 8:41 PM – Showse Park: A juvenile riding a dirt bike in the park was located and removed.
July 16, 2025
- 9:18 AM – South Shore Court: Parking violation resulted in a citation.
- 2:21 PM – 100 block of Aldrich Road: A homeowner allegedly threatened an Ohio Edison worker. Police escorted the worker and cautioned the resident.
July 17, 2025
- 7:50 PM – South Shore Court: Police responded to a disturbance between a male and female. Both were located and spoken to.
July 18, 2025
- 5:32 AM – 1200 block of Beechview Drive: A golf ball reportedly broke a window; vandalism complaint filed.
- 10:22 AM – 2300 block of Vermilion Road: A barn was entered and tools stolen; no suspects at this time.
- 5:36 PM – Main Street Beach: A Pennsylvania license was found.
- 5:43 PM – Cinema Court: Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.
- 8:26 PM – Grand Street: Parking violation cited.
July 19, 2025
- 9:15 AM – 1000 block of Jefferson Street: Welfare check completed; subject okay.
- 1:58 PM – 400 block of Morton Road: Open burning complaint involving a stump; the subject extinguished the fire after being advised of regulations.
- 6:43 PM – Main Street Beach: A caller reported individuals harassing a blue heron; the suspects were found and told to stop.
- 11:17 PM – 450 block of Nantucket Place: Juveniles were reported running in and out of a building; they left before police arrival.
July 20, 2025
- 9:59 AM – Exchange Street: Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.
- 11:04 AM – 5000 block of Southview Court: Fraud complaint reported.
- 4:05 PM – Liberty Ave: Motor vehicle accident with no injuries.
- 10:11 PM – 1200 block of Hollyview Drive: Domestic violence reported. Police separated the parties and are reviewing the incident for potential charges.
The Vermilion Police Department reminds residents to promptly report emergencies by calling 911. For non-emergency or routine concerns, contact the department at 440-967-6116. Weekly blotters are published to keep the community informed of police activity and local safety efforts.
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