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The report narratives listed below are just a select few of the incidents that North Ridgeville Police Officers responded to in recent weeks. 

January 2012

01-25-Officers responded to a residence on a call of an unwanted guest. A female juvenile (17 YOA) at the residence was discovered to be living on her own. Her mother was in Florida and no adult was looking out for her in Ohio. She was transported to The Turning Point Shelter.

01-25-Officers responded to Marc's for a male shop lifter.  Upon arrival, writer spoke with the male and he was arrested for theft.  The male's truck was towed by Patton's.  The male was transported to NRPD to be processed.  He was issued a summons and released.

01-24-Officers were detailed to the area of Gatestone St. in reference to a possible B&E.  The complainant stated he observed two subjects in the area of the development maintenance building.  Upon arrival Officers surrounded the building and could hear the subjects inside.  The subjects inside observed Officers and ran out a door on the N/W corner of the building.  One male subject was apprehended immediately and the other subject ran W/B towards Root Rd.  After a short foot pursuit, the second male subject was apprehended without further incident. Both subjects were later transported to the NRPD and charged with B&E.

01-23-An officer was dispatched to a fight that had occurred at Aces Bar and Grill. Upon arrival, writer located the individuals involved and the two assailants were placed under arrest.

01-22-A resident contacted police to advise that her seventeen year old son had consumed three bottles of cough medicine after he was disciplined for behavior issues.  He was transported to the hospital for evaluation.

01-22-An Officer on patrol observed a male yelling at the front door of a residence on Bagley Rd.  The male and his wife, who was inside the house, were found to be having a domestic disturbance.  After speaking with both individuals, the male was arrested for Domestic Violence and Disrupting Public Service.  He was transported to NRPD and held without bond.

01-21-Officers were dispatched to an ACDA accident on US 20 near Wallace Blvd.  The parties involved in the accident were located in a business parking lot as they were exchanging information.  Once contact was made with the defendant it was determined that he had been drinking.  Investigation revealed that the defendant was impaired and he was placed under arrest.  His vehicle was released at the scene and defendant was transported to the NRPD where he was processed and released.

01-21-Officer was dispatched to the area of Lorain Road and Lear Nagle in regard to a motor vehicle accident.  Upon making contact with the at fault vehicle, it was learned that the driver was under the influence of an alcoholic beverage.  After poorly performing on a series of FSTs, the driver was placed under arrest of OVI.

01-20-This department received a bus complaint from Lake Ridge Academy stating a vehicle passed a school bus on Victoria Ln. on 1-20-12. A female driver was located and cited.

01-19-Officers responded to a Lear Nagle residence in reference to a complaint.  The male involved was located nearby on foot.   The male was placed in custody and transported to the station.  While at the station he was processed and later released.

01-18-On 01-18-2012 at 2147 hrs. a resdient of Pine Ridge reported a fight in the street. Upon arrival a male was arrested for assault. The victim was evaluated but declined transport by NRFD. The defendant was transported to NRPD where he was processed and unable to post bond.

01-18-An officer made contact with the driver of a disabled motor vehicle on US 20 near Maddock Road.  The driver had pulled off the road after driving over a traffic cone and having it lodge in the undercarriage of the vehicle.  A consent search of the driver revealed a small amount of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  He was cited and released pending his court date. 

01-18-A passing motorist reported that a window at the one room schoolhouse appeared to be open.  Officers responded and discovered that a breaking and entering had occured.

01-16-Officers were dispatched to a private residence on US 20 in reference to an unruly juvenile. Officers arrived shortly thereafter and a brief investigation ensued. Officers made the determination that the juvenile male would be referred for Unruly Juvenile. A few hours later, officers were called back to the residence in reference to a domestic crisis. The juvenile male was making threats of harming himself. A juvenile male was later transported to EMH for a Nord Evaluation.

01-16-During a routine check of a construction area, an Officer discovered building material outside the property.  The Officer also discovered a broken window and an open door to the business.  The investigation revealed someone entered the building and removed property.

01-15-An Officer observed a vehicle running with the driver sleeping inside in the parking lot of Ace's Bar.  It was determined the operator was under the influence of alcohol.  After performing poorly on standardized field sobriety tests, the operator was placed under arrest for Physical Control.  She was transported to NRPD where she was processed and later released to a sober ride.

01-14-An officer stopped a vehicle on Lorain Rd. for expired plates. Driver of the vehicle was issued a citation for the expired plates and the passenger of the vehicle was issued a misdemeanor citation for drug possession. Both were released at the scene.

01-14-A Forest Park Dr. resident reported that an intoxicated man tried to enter his house, but he prevented him. Officers responded to the area and followed a set of footprints in the snow which led to another residence on Forest Park Dr. Residents at that address located an unknown male sleeping upstairs who matched the description of the man who tried to enter the first residence. They stated that they did not know who he was. The male, who lives down the street, was arrested for Criminal Trespass and Disorderly Conduct by Intoxication.

01-12-A vehicle was stopped on Jaycox Rd. for having expired plates. The driver was subsequently arrested for OVI and DUS, then transported to NRPD.

01-12-Police were detailed to a Stoney Ridge residence reference a welfare check on a female who had stabbed herself.  The cut was superficial, but the female was transported to St. John's for further care and evaluation. 

01-12-An officer investigated a complaint from the North Ridgeville City Schools bus garage.  The complainant provided detailed information of a vehicle that passed a stopped school bus.  The investigation yielded in a traffic citation to the violator.

01-11-While on patrol, an Officer discovered the glass in the front door of Sunrise Marathon was shattered with a large rock.  The glass pane was still intact and no one had entered the business.  The Officer made contact with a store clerk at the scene. 

01-11- An adult male was stopped for a traffic violation.  Upon contact, it was determined the driver was opertating the vehicle intoxicated.  The driver was transported to NRPD for processing.

01-10- An officer stopped a vehicle for a flashing red light violation. Upon making contact with the defendant an odor of marijuana was detected.  Subsequent search resulted in a small amount of marijuana being recovered.  Defendant was cited and released.

01-09-Officers were dispatched to the Clark gas station/convenience store on an alarm. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the glass in the front door had been smashed by a rock. No subjects were located on the premises. After the store owner arrived a visual inventory was conducted. It appeared that cigarettes and lottery tickets were stolen. After a detailed inventory, it was determined that a laptop computer, cigarettes, and lottery tickets had been stolen.

01-07-Officer made contact with what appeared to be a disabled vehicle on Lorain Road.  Officer met with the driver who advised her brother was intoxicated and suicidal.  He had become combative and wanted out of the vehicle.  Officer spoke with the male who confirmed he was suicidal.  The male became agitated and angry and for his own safety was placed under arrest for DCI.

01-06-On 01/06/2012, Officers were dispatched to a home on Chestnut Ridge Road.  The home owner had called and reported hearing a door slam and believed someone was possibly in her home that should not be there.  A check of the interior and exterior of the home revealed nothing disturbed.  The homeowner requested Officers to force entry into a locked bedroom, which revealed nothing disturbed.

01-06-While on patrol eastbound on State Route 10, Officer was notified Parma PD was in pursuit of a vehicle, westbound, on I480 for a subject wanted for Domestic Violence. Officer became involved in the pursuit and the vehicle was pursued, westbound, on State Route 10 to Chestnut Ridge Road until its termination point at a private residence on Fairfield Lane. The operator was taken into custody and placed under arrest by Parma PD. He was transported from the scene  while his vehicle impounded and towed by Parma Towing.

01-05-A vehicle was stopped on Rt. 83, just south of Sugar Ridge Rd, for excessive speed and reckless operations.  Upon contact with the adult male driver, it was determined he was operating the vehicle intoxicated.  The driver was transported to NRPD for processing.

01-04-An employee from a local business called to report receiving currency later determined to be counterfeit. A report was taken. The bill was seized and submitted to evidence.

01-04-A couple reported their 13 year old daughter was having an inappropriate relationship with a 20 year old man.  An investigation determined the man had consenual intercourse with the juvenile.  The man was charged with one count of Unlawful Sexual Conduct with a Minor, one count of Interference with Custody, and one count of Sexual Imposition.

01-04-An officer was dispatched to the Root Rd. Soccer Complex in reference to a dumping complaint.  The maintenance department located a number of trash bags, carpet, and other garbage dumped in a ditch on city property.  The perpetrator was located and cited for littering.

01-03-On 01-03-2012 at 1500 hrs. a resident called to report discovering her 11 yr old daughter  receiving and sending suspicious text messages with an unknown male she met on the children's web site "Wooz-World". A report was taken.

01-03-An officer was dispatched to Sugar ridge Rd. on the report of an attempted auto theft.  An incident report was completed for insurance purposes.

01-02-An officer responded to a stolen vehicle complaint from a business on Race Road.  Upon arrival, information was gathered and the vehicle was entered as stolen.

01-01-A vehicle was stopped on Lorain Rd. for a Marked Lanes violation.  It was determined the operator was under the influence of alcohol.  After performing poorly on standardized field sobriety tests, the operator was placed under arrest for OVI.  She was transported to NRPD where she was processed and later released to a sober ride.

01-01- A traffic stop was initiated on Mills Road  on a vehicle for a Marked Lanes violation. While officer spoke to the operator, it was determined the operator was under the influence of alcohol. The operator was asked to perform field sobriety tests which he performed poorly on. The operator was placed under arrest and transported to NRPD where he was processed and released.

01-01-On 1-1-12, at approximately 0102hrs, Officers were detailed to the area of 32963 Chestnut Ridge Rd. in reference to an MVA.  Upon arrival contact was made with both drivers.  An investigation resulted in the at fault driver being arrested for OVI. 
 

December 2011

12-31-Officers were dispatched to the vicinity of Eastview in reference to an unruly juvenile complaint. The juvenile male left his residence without his mother's permission. The juvenile was later located and returned home. He will be referred for unruly juvenile to LCJC.

12-31-Officers were dispatched to a private residence on Wallace in reference to a domestic dispute in progress. A juvenile male was later referred for unruly juvenile.

12-30-An officer initiated a traffic stop on SR 10 westbound at Alt. SR 83 for a speeding violation, 92 M.P.H. in a posted 65 M.P.H. zone. The officer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A series of FSTs indicated the male was impaired and he was subsequently arrested. The vehicle was inventoried by writer and it was towed by Patton's. The officer transported the male to NRPD, where he was processed and released.

12-27-A caller reported that he caught a subject stealing items from the back parking lot at his residence. The caller advised that he confronted the subject who fled in a white Chevy pick-up,  heading north-bound on SR 83. The vehicle and driver were quickly located in Avon by Avon P.D., and the subject was arrested without incident and brought to NRPD for processing. Two stolen wheels were recovered in the truck.

12-26-Officers responded to a residence on Chestnut Ridge Rd. in reference to an unknown male knocking on the door asking for the police to be called, refusing to leave, and challenging the homeowner to a fight.  The male was located and placed under arrest for Persistent Disorderly Conduct while Intoxicated.

12-25- Officers were dispatched to 6610 Lear Nagle Road (lot #10), in regard to suspicious activity.  Upon arrival, Officers observed a Tan Oldsmobile sitting in a vacant lot with two occupants.  Occupants granted a consent search, which revealed two marijuana smoking pipes.  The owner of the vehicle was cited for Drug Paraphernalia.

12-25-Officer were dispatched to a residence reference a domestic violence complaint.  Injuries were observed consistent with the complaint and charges were signed.  The male subject was arrested and transported to NRPD for processing.

12-25-Officers responded responded to a motor vehicle accident on Bagley Road with unknown injuries.  The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree on the driver side door.  The driver and a passenger sustained fatal injuries and the other three passengers were transported to the hospital.

12-24- An officer checked on the welfare of a motor vehicle and its occupants as it was parked in a driveway near US 20.   After contact was made with the occupants, it was found that two fourteen year old girls were in the vehicle with two adults. Alcohol as well as marijuana was also located in the vehicle.  Two adults were cited, and the juvenile females were released to their parents.

12-23-Officer responded to a report of an 18 year-old female threatening suicide.  She was transported by the North Ridgeville Fire Dept. to a hospital for an mental health assessment.

12-20-Officers were dispatched to a private residence on SR 83, near Mildred Street, in reference to a traffic crash. The homeowner advised that a  white Nissan Altima was abandoned in his front yard and that it caused damage to his yard and struck a tree. An investigation was conducted, the vehicle was inventoried and towed by Pattons, and adult male was later cited for traffic offenses.

12-19-Officers were dispatched the vicinity of Bagley Road and the Ohio Turnpike overpass in reference to a squad run assist. Investigation later indicated that two adults were under the influence of alcohol. Both were cited for pedestrian under the influence.

12-18-An Officer observed a suspicious male walking in a wooded area near Forest Wood Dr.  The male ran from the Officer and was caught behind a residence on Forest Park Dr.  The male was charged with Pedestrian Under the Influence, Underage Consumption, and Resisting Arrest.

12-17- An officer observed a suspicious vehicle parked behind Derby Sweepstakes, 39245 US 20.  Upon making contact with the 4 occupants I noticed the odor of burnt marijuana coming from inside the vehicle.  A search of the vehicle revealed a, black in color, glass smoking pipe under the drivers seat.  The defendant admitted to ownership.

12-16-An oficer was dispatched to a private residence on SR 83 in reference to a violation of a TPO complaint. An investigation ensued and a criminal complaint was signed. An adult male subject was later arrested on the offense.

12-15-An Officer checked a vehicle on radar at 108 MPH in a 65 MPH zone on SR 10 E/B near the Root Road bridge.  After the Officer activiated his emergency lights and siren, the vehicle fled at speeds reaching 120 MPH for approximately 2.3 miles before stopping.  The 18 year-old male driver was arrested and incarcerated in the North Ridgeville City Jail.  His 17 year-old male passenger was released to his mother.

12-15-An officer initiated a traffic stop of a vehicle which had been reported leaving a housing development under construction with what appeared to be stolen building material loaded in the back. The male driver was arrested for Breaking and Entering and Theft.

November 2011

11-30-An offier was dispatched to a report of a possible OVI traveling northbound on Root Rd. Writer located the vehicle and  initiated a traffic stop. The officer identified the driver who was later placed under arrest for OVI.

11-30-NRPD received a call concerning an accident that had occurred on US 20 west of Lear Nagle Rd. The at-fault driver had left the scene heading EB on US 20. I located the vehicle in the parking lot Pat Catans after another vehicle had been stuck in that parking lot. The driver was subsequently arrested for OVI and transported to NRPD. The driver was charged with OVI and released to a sober ride.

11-30-A female was stopped for a lane violation and was found to be OVI.  She was arrested and later cited for OVI, Excess BAC, and the lane violation.  The defendant was released to a sober ride.

11-29-Officers were dispatched to SR 10 reference a car on its roof in the center median.  Upon officers arrival, the driver was observed attempting to leave the scene.  NRFD evaluated the driver and transported him to an area hospital.  Information was gathered for a report.

11-29- An officer was dispatched to a residence reference a burglary.  The area was processed by an evidence technician and information was gathered for a report.

11-28-A Center Ridge Rd. resident called to report that the window to her 11 year old son's bedroom was open and his video game system was missing. Her son was not at home at the time. An officer responded and observed that the window screen had been removed and also observed fingerprints on the storm window. The storm window was taken and processed for latent fingerprints.

11-28- Officers responded to an alarm at the Clark gas station on US Rt 20. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the rear door of the business had been forced open. A search of the business did not reveal any suspects or obvious theft. The business owner responded and allowed officers to view the security camera footage. The footage showed three masked men enter the rear of the business and, almost immediately, flee upon the sounding of the alarm. No items were stolen.

11-27-Officers were dispatched to 6520 Pitts Blvd in response to a motor vehicle that was parked in the lot with the radio playing loudly. On arrival officers made contact with a male in a silver Ford Taurus. The male was observed to be passed out behind the wheel. Officers attempted to wake up the male, but were unable to. The male eventually was woken up and removed from the vehicle. A strong odor of an alcoholic beverage was emitting from the males breath and an open bottle of gin was observed between the front seats. He was asked to perfom standardized field sobriety tests, which he performed poorly on. The male was taken into custody and transported to NRPD booking where he was processed and released to a sober ride.

11-27-Officers received a report of a man standing on the side of US 20 near Stoney Ridge Road who appeared to be intoxicated.  18 yoa man was arrested and cited for Underage Consumption, and released to a sober driver.

11-26-Officers were dispatched to a Forest Park residence in reference to a domestic violence complaint. The alleged event transpired the day prior and the subject had since left the residence. The female victim declined to pursue a criminal complaint and no evidence existed for this agency to act independant of her wishes. A general information report was taken.

11-26-Officers responded to a 911 call from a resident on Bainbridge that a male was attempting to enter their home through the front door.  Officers arrived on scene and the male was taken into custody.  The male spoke with slurred speech and an odor of an alcoholic beverage was detected on his breath.  He was charged with Disorderly Conduct Intoxication and transported to NRPD.  The male also had an active felony warrant through L.C.S.O.   The male was unable to post bond, so he was processed and booked into jail.

11-25-An officer was WB on SR10 in the right lane when another WB vehicle passed me at a very high rate of speed and almost side swiped my cruiser.  The officer activated his emergency equipment and began following the vehicle.  The vehicle exited at Alt. 83 and without stopping for the stop sign turned north.  It then failed to stop for the stop sign at Chestnut Ridge and drove north bound off the roadway.  The vehicle struck a large pile of mulch and a pile of rocks before coming to rest in a field.  The driver and passenger were both transported to St John Westshore Hospital by NRFD.

11-24-A vehicle was stopped on SR 10 and it was discovered that the driver was under suspension.  A subsequent search of the vehicle revealed a small amount of marijuana in the glove compartment.  The driver was charged with DUS and possession of marijuana and released pending court.  The vehicle was taken by a licensed driver.

11-24-A vehicle was stopped on Barton Rd. for a Marked Lanes Violation. It was determined the operator was under the influence of alcohol.  After performing poorly on standardized field sobriety tests, the operator was placed under arrest for OVI.  She was transported to NRPD where she was processed and later released to a sober ride.

11-22-An officer was dispatched to a business reference a breaking and entering complaint.  The business was forcefully entered and items were taken.  Information was gathered for a report.


11-22-Officers were dispatched to a private residence on US 20 in reference to a domestiv violence complaint. A concerned mother from Tennessee contacted our agency to advise of an incident involving her adult daughter and her boyfiend. Officers determined that a domestic violence incident occured and the boyfriend was the aggressor. He was taken into custody and held on no bond.

11-22-Officer responded to a Sugar Ridge Road address for a report of a stolen vehicle.  A report was taken on scene.

11-21-A mother of a 14 year old juvenile called to report her daughter out of control.  A report was taken and the juvenile was referred to juvenile court.  An adult male was also charged with interference with custody

11-21-On 11/21/11, Officer  initiated a traffic stop on US 20 near Case Rd.  The driver of the vehicle had a suspended driver's license and was in possession of drug paraphernalia.  He was cited and released.  The vehicle was impounded.

11-20-An officer initiated a traffic stop on Lorain Road at Bliss Pkwy. for a no headlights violation.  Writer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage up on his breath.  A series of FSTs indicated the male was impaired and he was arrested.  The passenger was released on scene.  The vehicle was inventoried by writer and it was towed by Patton's.  Writer transported the male to NRPD, where he was processed and later released after posting bond.

11-20-While northbound on Stoney Ridge Road, officer observed a southbound vehicle at a high rate of speed.  Officer verified the speed with RADAR at 54 MPH in a 35 MPH zone.  Officer initiated a traffic stop and discovered the operator was Driving Under Suspension.  While the subject was being placed  in the cruiser, a tin box containing a white powdery substance believed to be bath salts was located.  The operator was cited and released on scene.  The vehicle was released to a valid operator.  The substance was sent to the lab with results pending.

11-20-Officers responded to a leaf fire that was burning in the roadway of Firecrest Circle.  The two males who started the fire were identified and charged with Criminal Mischief, Marijuana Possession, and Drug Paraphernalia.

11-19-Two adult females arrived on station to report an assault and a criminal damaging complaint. A complaint was filed and an adult male was later served with a criminal complaint of assault and criminal damaging. He was released on a summons into Elyria Municipal Court.

11-18-An Officer investigated a report of a missing juvenile.  The missing juvenile was later located with another juvenile who was in possession of drug paraphernalia.  Both were taken into custody and later released to their parents with charges pending in Lorain County Juvenile Court.

11-17-Subject reported the theft of a GPS unit and Laptop computer from his vehicle overnight.

11-17- An officer stopped a vehicle for a speeding offense and discovered that the driver was under suspension.  The vehicle owner, the driver's wife, was also in the vehicle and cited for Wrongful Entrustment.

11-17-A city employee came to report that there had been some criminal mischief done at the concession stand at Frontier Park. Information was taken for a report.

11-16- NRPD received a complaint of an intoxicated female, possibly being a juvenile, at Sheets.  Writer made contact with the 18 year old female and confirmed that she was under the influence of alcohol. Female was cited and released at the scene.

11-16-A vehicle was stopped for Failing to Yield to an Emergency Vehicle.  Upon contact with the operator, it was determined he had been drinking alcohol.  A series of SFST's were administered and as a result the operator was placed under arrest and transported to NRPD.  The operator was cited for OVI, Excess BAC, Fail to Yield, and Seat Belt.  He was later released to a sober person pending his mandatory court date on 11-16-11 at 1700 hours in the Mayor's Court.

11-15-On 11-15-2011 at 1246 hrs. a vehicle was observed in the Giant Eagle parking lot occupied by both a female and a male. A registration check revealed a Temporary Protection Order was in place through Berea Municipal Court. Contact was made with the occupants as they exited their vehicle in the parking lot at Arby's. The two subjects were identified as the same listed parties on the TPO. The TPO was confirmed as active by the issuing authority. A male was taken into custody and held for appearance in EMC. The female was released at the scene and advised of her options regarding the TPO.

11-15-Officer took a complaint from a schol bus driver in reference to a vehicle driver that did not obey the red flashing signals on the bus.   The operator of the vehicle was cited. 

11-15-Officer was dispatched to a local gas station for a report of Found Property.  Upon arrival, officer learned that the purse was dropped off by a passing truck driver who observed the purse being thrown out of a moving vehicle.  The owner of the purse reported the purse missing a few minutes later.  The purse was returned to its owner minus $80.  A report was taken on scene. 

11-14- Officers responded to a motor vehicle crash with injuries.  A vehicle traveling E/B on Alvalon Drive struck a parked car head-on.  Investigation resulted in an 18 year-old male driver being charged with OVI, Failure to Control, Safety Belt Violation, Permitting a Minor to Operate a Motor Vehicle, Endangering Children, Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor and Abusing Harmful Intoxicants.  An 18 year-old male passenger was charged with Abusing Harmful Intoxicants and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor.  A 15 year-old female passenger, who fled from the crash scene on foot, was charged with Abusing Harmful Intoxicants and Receiving Stolen Property.  A 14 year-old female was also charged with Abusing Harmful Intoxicants and Receiving Stolen Property in connection with this investigation. 

11-14- A North Ridgeville Middle School student was found to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  The student was suspended from school with a recommendation for expulsion and referred to Lorain County Juvenile Court for Possession of Marijuana and Drug Paraphernalia.

11-14-A vehicle was stopped on Lear Nagle Rd. for driving through a flashing red light without stopping.  The operator was found to be in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  He was cited and released at the scene.

11-14-Officers responded to the apartments at 6003 Jaycox Rd. on a noise complaint. The source of the noise was located, and officers could hear a loud television or video game and several loud voices in an apartment. After repeated knocking and announcing, the noise eventually abated. No one answered the door. The lessee was identified and cited for a Noise Disturbance.


11-12-A complaint of child abuse was made to Police.  After an investigation by NRPD and Children's Services the complaint was determined to be unfounded.

11-10-An adult male, who was a passenger inside a motor vehicle, had a drug paraphernalia smoking pipe on his person.  The male was cited for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and released at the scene.

11-09-An officer arrived on scene of a two car motor vehicle crash.  Both drivers were cited with one being arrested for OVI.

11-08-Officers were dispatched to Pine Ridge Trailer Park in regard to a domestic violence complaint.  Upon arrival, Officers met with a pregnant 17 year old female victim who had been struck in the face by an 18 year old male.  The 18 year old male was located by Officers a short time later and charged with Domestic Violence and Underage Prohibitions.

11-08- Officers were dispatched to the Marc's parking lot for a disturbance. One male who had been involved  was gone upon officers arrival. Information was obtained from a store security guard regarding a theft.

11-07- On both 11-04-2011 and 11-07-2011 NRPD was involved with an ongoing dispute regarding the severing of a business relationship. A report was taking regarding both sides of the complaint. All parties were advised to contact an attorney and seek resolution in a civil court.

11-06-An Officer observed a vehicle parked near Kinder Care with the driver sleeping inside.  It was determined that the operator was under the influence of alcohol.  After performing poorly on standardized field sobriety tests, the operator was placed under arrest for OVI.  The operator advised there was marijuana and drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle, which was seized.  She was transported to NRPD where she was procesed for OVI, Possession of Marijuana, and Drug Paraphernalia.  She was later released to a sober ride.

11-06-Officers responded to a disturbance at a residence on Lorain Rd.  A male at the residence reported he was assaulted by two other males who had left prior to Officers arriving.  The male did not wish to pursue charges and was cited for Underage Consumption after being found to be intoxicated.

11-05-Officers were dispatched to St. Julies Church located at 5545 Lear Nagle Rd. in reference to, two males dressed in camouflage being dropped off in the parking lot.  The caller advised the males were walking northbound from the church.  When officers had caught up to the males, one of them had shot a buck with a compound bow.  The male was cited into North Ridgeville Mayors Court for No Hunting Permitted.  The deer and his hunting gear were confiscated.


11-05-On 11-22-2011 at 1000 hrs. a resident arrived on station to report the theft of her prescription medication. A suspect was identified and charged with Theft of Drugs and Deception to Obtain Dangerous Drugs for having refilled the prescription.

11-05-A vehicle was observed driving through the flashing red traffic signal at the intersection of Lear Nagle Rd. and Chestnut Ridge Rd. without stopping.  The vehicle owner gave consent to search the vehicle and small bags of marijuana and DMT were located in a passenger's bag.  The driver was cited for Flashing Red Light and the passenger was cited for Possession of Marijuana and Aggravated Possession of Drugs.

11-04-A vehicle was stopped on Pitts Blvd for a speed violation.  While performing a search on the passenger, drug paraphernalia was discovered.  The passenger was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and released pending his court date.  The driver was issued a citation for speed. 


11-04- The North Ridgeville City Schools faxed a bus complaint to this department reference a motorist passing a stopped school bus.  The operator was identified and issued a traffic citation.  She was advised of her court date. 

11-03-An officer stopped a vehicle for a speeding violation on SR 10 west bound.  After making contact with the driver it was determined that he was under the influence of alcohol.  The vehicle was towed from the scene and the driver was transported to the NRPD, where he was processed and released.

11-02- An officer initiated a traffic stop for a speeding violation.  The male driver was arrested for DUS and OVI.  The vehicle was towed and impounded by Patton's Towing.  The male was transported to NRPD, processed and released.

11-02-NRPD was faxed a complaint from the city school bus garage reference a vehicle that passed a school bus while stopped and discharging a child.  The driver was located, cited and given a court date.


October 2011

10-31-Numerous reports of theft from vehicles were taken from the Meadow Lakes area. In all instances valuables were left in the vehicles and the cars were left UNLOCKED. Please secure valuables inside and lock your car doors.

10-30-The mother of a sixteen year old boy arrived on station to report that he did not come home at midnight as he was told. She advised that he was least seen at 7:30 pm when he left home with two friends to watch a movie in Westlake. She further advised that at 11:51 pm, he called and asked permission to stay at a friend's house overnight. His mother told him he could not and told him to come home immediately. He would not tell her where he was and did not return home. The juvenile was found the following day. Two juveniles were referred to Juvenile Court due to results from the investigation.


10-30-Officers responded to complaints of a female walking in the roadway on US 20.  She was located on Main Ave. and found to be intoxicated.  She was transported to her residence and given a citation.

10-29-An Officer stopped a vehicle for a speed violation (91 in a 65 MPH zone) on SR 10 W/B at SR 83.  The driver was arrested for a felony warrant from another department as well as charged with possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested, processed, and booked into jail.

10-29- An officer was on patrol northbound on SR 83 between Mildred St. and Atlantic Dr. and observed a vehicle weaving and activated my emergency lights.  The driver was impaired and placed under arrest for OVI.  He was issued citations at NRPD for OVI, Excessive BAC and Marked Lanes.  He was released to a sober ride.

10-28- An officer was patrolling the parking lot of Center Ridge Storage and observed a Ford F-150 driving in the lot. The truck had a large amount of property in the bed. Writer conducted a traffic stop of the vehicle in the parking lot of Speedway. The vehicle was inventoried, towed and impounded pending writer's investigation. An adult male was later charged for breaking and entering, amongst other criminal charges, and the property was returned to it's lawful owner.

10-28-Police were detailed to Sheetz for a complaint of a male causing a disturbance inside the store.  The male was identified and arrested for disorderly conduct while intoxicated.  He was processed at the police station and released to a sober driver.

10-27-An officer was dispatched to an accident which occurred in the parking lot of 9001 SR 83. Driver of the vehicle was arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol.

10-27-NRPD received a call from a caseworker from Psych and Psych regarding a resident who had made suicidal comments to a third party. Officers were unable to locate her but ascertained she was not at her residence. A BOLO was sent out to surrounding agencies.

10-27-Female arrived on station to report being threatened by her boyfriend at the Lone Tree Tavern. Charges were signed and the boyfriend was later arrested. He was transported to NRPD where he was processed and booked into jail.

10-26-An officer assisted a DMV on SR 10 eastbound just west of the Root Road overpass.  Writer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of marijuana.  Marijuana was seized and the male was issued a summons.  He was released on scene.

10-26-An officer made contact with a male in dark clothing riding a bicycle with no lights.  The male was in possession of drug paraphernalia and he was issued a summons to North Ridgeville Mayor's Court.  He was released on scene.

10-25-A Olive Avenue resident contacted police to advise that her house was burglarized sometime during the day.  Police arrived on scene and observed a side garage storm door forced open.  The house was in disarray, and various electronic devices were reported missing. Information was collected for a report.


10-25-On 10/25/11, Officers were dispatched to Chestnut Ridge Rd. in reference to unwanted subjects at a residence.  Upon Officers arrival, the subjects had already left and were located walking on the sidewalk nearby the residence. One of the subjects was in possession of marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  He was arrested and transported to NRPD where he was processed and released on bond.

10-24-A 15 year old juvenile refused to go to school.  The juvenile's father called for assistance and the juvenile was found to be in possession of tobacco products.  The juvenile was transported to North Ridgeville High School.  The juvenile was referred to Juvenile Court since this was the second occurance where the police were called within a week for Unruliness.  

10-24-A piece of construction equipment was reported stolen from the Panera Bread construction site.

10-23-On 10-23-2011 at 1030 hrs. a representative from North Ridgeville Baseball Association at Palmer Field called NRPD to report damage to the property. One of four freshly poured concrete pads  had been damaged by a subject scratching his name into the surface. Several 8 year old juveniles admitted causing the damage. The Association representative was satisfied with better parental supervision of the neighborhood children and for them to remain off the property. Based on the age of the identified parties, no referrals were made to LCJC. The parent of the children was issued a written warning for trespassing.

10-22-Officers responded to a 9-1-1 call at Sebastian's night club and found an intoxicated woman in the parking lot. The business was closed, and no one else was there. The woman stated that she had been abandoned at the club. She refused to call anyone to come pick her up because she did not want to wake anyone yet wanted officers to give her a ride home. She was arrested for misuse of the 9-1-1 system. Upon a search of her person incident to her arrest, an officer discovered suspected marijuana and a glass smoking pipe in her purse.

10-22-Officers observed a disturbance in the parking lot of Aces Bar and Grill.  Contact was made with two males.  One was arrested for underage consumption of alcohol and the other was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.  

10-21-A Birch Street resident arrived on station to report a burglary that occurred in October.  The suspect was familiar with the victim and returned the stolen property within a few days.  The victims did not wish to pursue any charges once their property was returned. 

10-21-Officer responded to the Speedway gas station on Lorain Rd. for a report of a stolen motor vehicle.  The vehicle was later located in Cleveland and a suspect was arrested.

10-21-This department received a  complaint from a bus driver regarding  a subject passing a stopped school bus.  The suspect was located and cited.

10-19-An Officer responded to Speedway in reference to a counterfeit $20 bill being used.  Information was gathered for a report.

10-19-A school bus violation complaint form was faxed to NRPD.  Writer made contact with the driver of the motor vehicle and a citation was issued for passing a stopped school bus. 

10-18- Officers were dispatched to meet with a neighboring agency to pick up a prisoner that had a warrant through NRPD.  Upon searching the male subject before placing him the cruiser, a marijuana pipe was discovered in the male subject's sock.  He was charged with possesion of drug paraphernalia.

10-17-An officer located a group of subjects in the parking lot of Big Daddy's Pool Hall acting suspiciously.  Further investigation revealed that there was underage alcohol consumption involved. Three adults and one juvenile were arrested for underage prohibitions.

10-17- NRPD received a complaint of a vehicle that passed a school bus with its red lights activated.  The driver of the vehicle that passed the bus was identified and cited.  A report was taken.
 
10-17- Officer was on patrol on Lorain Rd at I480. Officer ran a random license plate check on a vehicle in front of officer. The vehicle owner showed an active traffic warrant through North Olmsted. Writer initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle and arrested the owner for the warrant. An inventory of the vehicle revealed drug paraphenalia and drugs in the car. The owner was cited for same and transferred to North Olmsted.

10-16- Officers observed a suspicious vehicle parked in a closed business parking lot on Lorain Rd.  Upon further investigation, Officers observed that the vehicles engine was running and a male subject was passed out in the driver's seat.  An investigation revealed that the subject was intoxicated.  He was later arrested for having physical control of a motor vehicle.

10-15-An officerr was dispatched to Westminister Ave. on a report of a vehicle that had been broken into. Upon arrival, writer spoke to the complainant. She advised that her purse had been taken from the vehicle.

10-15-Officers were detailed to a residence on Grant Dr. in reference to a noise disturbance.  Upon arrival contact was made with the resident who was having a party.  Officers advised the subject of the complaint and he agreed to keep the party quiet for the remainder of the evening. At approximately 0048hrs Officers were detailed to back to the same residence for another noise disturbance.  The resident was later issued a citation for the noise disturbance.

10-14- An Officer was stopped on State Route 10 with emergency lights activated while assisting a vehicle that was being towed.  A passing vehicle nearly struck the Officer's cruiser.  The passing vehicle was also observed weaving in and out of it's lane of travel.  The vehicle was stopped and the driver exhibited signs of intoxication.  The driver was arrested, processed, and later released to a family member.

10-14- A traffic stop was conducted on a pickup truck loaded with scrap metal on Lorain Rd west of Root Rd. The occupants of the vehicle, known to local officers as unemployed, were questioned regarding how the scrap was obtained. The vehicle and its contents were photographed. The driver was issued a citation for possessing drug paraphernalia. The vehicle, occupants, and contents were released from the scene. A teletype was broadcast regarding the items suspected as being stolen.

10-13- A female arrived on station to turn in some suspected narcotics.  The matter is under investigation.

10-13-A female in charge of maintaining the property at Marc's store reported the theft of a manhole cover from the parking lot.

10-13- The city Street Superintendent called to report that 3 sewer grates had been stolen from Bliss Parkway.  Information was taken for a report.  Two male subjects were located and arrested. 

10-13- Officer responded to Denise Dr. in reference to a dog at large complaint.  The owner  of the dog was cited for dog at large.

10-11-An officer initiated a traffic stop on Paula Blvd. near Charles Rd.  The driver of the vehicle admitted to putting fictitious license plates on the vehicle.  He was cited for fictitious license plates and released from the scene.

10-11- A vehicle passed a school bus on US 20 near Race Rd.  The bus had its red lights and stop sign activated at the time.  The driver of the vehicle was located and was cited for passing a stopped school bus.

10-11- An officer observed a west bound vehicle pass through activated red school bus lights while a student was getting on in the eastbound lanes. The driver was stopped and cited for the violation. The man was advised that a physical barrier between traffic lanes must be present to allow for opposing traffic to pass a school bus with red lights activated.

10-10- Police were dispatched to Wainwright Drive reference an altercation between a father and his teenage daughter.  It was learned that the juvenile struck her father after arguing with him.  She was referred to juvenile court for domestic violence. 

10-10- An employee of a local business called NRPD to report when she arrived for work Monday morning items had been stolen from the office over the weekend. A report was taken and evidence obtained and submitted for processing.

10-10- Writer made contact with a 19 YOA male wearing dark clothing in the parking lot of St. Julie's Church.  While speaking with the male, writer detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A FST confirmed the male had consumed alcoholic beverages.  The male was issued one summons for Underage Consumption and he was given a North Ridgeville Mayor's Court date.  Writer transported the male to his residence and he was released to his mother.

10-08- Police were detailed to the Century Tavern when it was learned that one of the female patrons had an outstanding warrant with our department.  The female was identified and taken into custody.  While performing a search, drug paraphernalia was discovered in her pockets.  She was transported to NRPD where she was processed and booked into jail.

10-08-An employee of Tan City reported a shoplifting incident that occurred at the business.  A female was captured on video stealing packets of tanning lotion.

10-08-A Vehicle was stopped on Thelma St. for driving in a weaving course.  It was determined the operator was under the influence of alcohol.  After performing poorly on standardized field sobriety test, the operator was placed under arrest for OVI.  He was transported to NRPD where he was processed and held until sober.

10-07-Officers were dispatched to the Harvest Ridge Church on the report of a  theft.  An incident report was completed. 

10-07-Officer observed a green in color Chevy pick-up traveling W/B on Bainbridge Rd. approaching SR83.  A random registration check revealed that the plates on the vehicle expired on 8-11-11.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for OVI and DUS. 

10-06- Officers were dispatched to Pine Ridge Trailer Park for a disturbance. A male that was outside of Trailer #273 was arrested for Underage Consumption. Inside the trailer a male was arrested for an outstanding Felony warrant and a female was arrested for Felony Obstructing Justice and Resisting Arrest.
 
10-06-An officer was dispatched to the High School on a report of students finding a green leafy substance believed to be marijuana.

10-06-Officer observed a red in color Volkswagen N/B on Bagley Rd. approaching Lorain Rd. After making a right turn (E/B) onto Lorain Rd., the vehicle crossed the center line and drove in the W/B lane of travel.  A traffic stop was initiated but the vehicle continued E/B on Lorain Rd., until stopping in the McDonald's parking lot on Lorain Rd. near Lear-Nagle Rd.  Contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for OVI.

10-05-A vehicle was stopped for weaving.  As the officer spoke with the driver, a strong odor of marijuana emanated from the vehicle.  A subsequent search resulted in the officer finding a small baggie of suspected marijuana and a glass smoking pipe.  The driver was cited for possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of marijuana.

10-05-A vehicle was stopped for a speeding violation and after a K-9 alert, probable cause was gained to search the vehicle.  Drug paraphernalia was found in the vehicle and the driver was subsequently charged.

10-05- Officer responded to Sebasatians Bar for a report of Burglary and Theft.  Upon arrival, officer observed the bar had been entered through a broken window and several bottles of alcohol were taken.   A report was taken on scene. 

10-04- An Officer responded to the corner of Westminister Ave. and SR 83 in reference to an intoxicated male.  The male was found to be 19 years old and arrested for Consuming Under Age 21.

10-04- A resident of Pine Ridge Trailer Park reported money was stolen from her residence by a female who was babysitting for her.  The babysitter was charged with Theft and Endangering Children.

10-04-An officer initiated a traffic stop on US 20 at Jaycox Road for a speeding violation, 55 M.P.H. in a posted 35 M.P.H. zone. The officer made contact with the female driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon her breath.  A series of FSTs indicated the female was impaired and she was arrested.  The vehicle was inventoried by writer and it was towed by Patton's.  Writer transported the female to NRPD, where she was processed and released.


10-04- An officer initiated a traffic stop on US 20 at Jaycox Road for a speeding violation, 55 M.P.H. in a posted 35 M.P.H. zone.  The officer made contact with the female driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon her breath.  A series of FSTs indicated the female was impaired and she was arrested.  The vehicle was inventoried by writer and it was towed by Patton's.  Writer transported the female to NRPD, where she was processed and released.

10-02-Officers responded to a residence on Clear Creek for a female that was bare foot and highly intoxicated.  Writer made contact with the female and she was incoherent.  She was transported to EMH for a psychological evaluation.

10-02-A vehicle was observed going through the flashing red signal on Lear Nagle Rd at Chestnut Ridge. A traffic stop was initiated and after contact with the juvenile driver, it was determined that she had been drinking alcoholic beverages. She was taken into custody and transported to NRPD booking. Two passengers were also taken into custody for possession of drugs, drug paraphenalia, and underage consumption. The two passengers were cited and released at NRPD. The driver was processed and released to her mother. 

10-02-Officers responded to an establishment on US 20 in reference to fight in the parking lot. Upon arrival Officers made contact with several subjects yelling and screaming in the parking lot.  An investigation resulted in two subjects being cited for disorderly conduct.

10-01- Officers were dispatched to Avon Belden Rd. in regard to a domestic violence complaint.  After speaking with the female victim, it was determined that there was evidence that a physical confrontation had taken place.  The female came on station to sign charges for domestic violence on the male.  A warrant was entered for the male's arrest.

10-01-An Officer stopped a vehicle for speeding (83/65) on SR 10 near milepost 4.  The Driver was found to be driving without a valid driver's license. He was cited for Speed and Driving Without Paying Reinstatement Fees.  His wife was identified as the owner of the vehicle.  She was cited for Wrongful Entrustment of a motor vehicle.

10-01-An officer initiated a traffic stop on SR 83 just north of US 20 for an illegal U-Turn.  Writer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A FST indicated the male was impaired and he was arrested.  The investigation also revealed the operator was involved in a traffic accident.  The vehicle was inventoried by writer and it was towed by Patton's.  Writer transported the male to NRPD, where he was processed and released.

10-01- While on patrol, officer observed two motor vehicles parked on Lorain Rd at SR 83. A check through dispatch revealed that one of the vehicles had plates that needed to be confiscated per the BMV. The plates were taken and the vehicle was towed and impounded.






September 2011

09-30- Police were detailed to the Pine Ridge Trailer Park after a male was dropped off there after being involved in a fight at the Century Tavern.  After reviewing the security video, it was determined that both parties involved were acting disorderly.  Both men were cited for disorderly conduct and issued summons to appear at Mayor's Court. 

09-30-On 09/30/11, Officer met on station with a subject in reference to a school bus complaint.  The subject was cited for passing a stopped school bus.

09-30-Officers were dispatched to Bullfrogs for a fight. On arrival writer made contact with a female who advised that her husband was involved in the altercation and he had left the area. Writer also made contact with another male who advised that he was punched by the female's husband. Victim male was allowed to pursue charges. Defendant male was later taken into custody in Medina. He was transferred to North Ridgeville and was processed and released.

09-29-A resident called NRPD to report discovering drug paraphernalia. The caller brought the items to NRPD for proper disposal. The items were submitted to the evidence room for same.

09-29-A school bus driver reported someone had illegally passed the school bus. The violator was located and cited.

09-29-Officers responded to a residence on SR 83 after receiving two 911 calls from a cellular phone in the area.  As officers arrived a vehicle backed out of the driveway of the residence and began traveling NB on SR 83.  The vehicle was stopped on SR 83 at Atlantic Ave.  The driver of the vehicle admitted to calling 911 and it was determined that he was under the influence of alcohol.  After the defendant performed poorly on FSTs he was placed under arrest and the vehicle was towed from the scene. The driver was transported to the NRPD where he was processed and released.

09-28-Officers were dispatched to Aces Grille in reference to a fight in the parking lot. Upon arrival, it was determined a male had been assaulted by an unknown male who fled from the area. The male sustained an injury to his nose and was transported to the hospital.

09-28-Officers responded to a 911 call from a female on Albert St., in reference to a domestic violence incident.  A male was arrested and transported to NRPD.  He was then transported to EMH for an injury to his right hand.  The male was charged with domestic violence and disrupting public service.

09-28-The Complainant is reporting a possible drug abuse situation with his wife.  An incident report was completed for informational purposes.

09-27-Officer initiated a traffic stop for a vehicle driving without headlights.  The male driver was arrested for driving under suspension, transported to NRPD and booked into jail.  The vehicle was released to a valid driver.

09-26-Officers responded to Ridge Motel in reference to a male overdosing on prescription medication.  The male was transported to EMH.

09-26-The police department received a complaint from the North Ridgeville Schools bus garage reference a traffic complaint during student drop off.  The owner of the vehicle was located and cited for passing a stopped school bus. 


09-25- A Pine Ridge resident contacted police to advise of threatening phone calls she was receiving from her adult son.  The female has made similar complaints in the past, with numerous warnings issued to her son.  Charges of domestic violence and telecommunications harassment were signed against her son. 


09-25-Officer initiated a traffic stop for a Marked Lanes violation.  The male driver was arrested for Driving Under Suspension.

09-25-A vehicle was stopped on Lorain Road west of the Root Road intersection for a Red Light violation. Officer made contact with the operator and determined she was under the influence of alcohol. The operator was administered standardized field sobriety tests which she performed poorly on. The operator was placed under arrest for OVI and transported to NRPD. While at NRPD, the operator was processed and booked into jail because she was unable to secure a sober ride home.

09-24- Officers responded to a residence on S. Lear Nagle Road for a loud party noise complaint.  Upon arrival, music was being played at a high volume and there were male and female subjects yelling.  Writer made contact with several subjects and determined a 19 YOA male and a 18 YOA female had consumed alcoholic beverages.  They were both issued a summons for underage consumption.  The 41 YOA female home owner was issued a summons for allowing underage consumption.  They were all given a North Ridgeville Mayor's Court date.

09-24-Officers responded to a residence on Jaycox Rd., in reference to a report of domestic violence.  A male was arrested, transported to NRPD, and booked into jail.

09-24-On 09-24-2011 at 0701 hrs. a resident called to report her ex-husband as interfering with the custody of her 16 year  old daughter. Contact was made with all parties involved. An informational report was taken and no charges were filed

09-24-An officer initiated a traffic stop on Jaycox Road just north of US 20 for a use of headlight's violation. Writer made contact with the female driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon her breath.  A series of FSTs indicated she was impaired and she was arrested.  The vehicle was released to a family member. The female was transported to NRPD, where she was processed and released.

09-23- A vehicle was stopped on Lorain Rd. for marked lanes violation.  Upon contact with the adult male driver, it was determined he had been consuming alcoholic beverages and was impaired.  The male submitted to the Standardized Field Sobriety Tests and performed poorly.  He was transported to NRPD for processing.

09-23-A vehicle was observed travelling eastbound on Chestnut Ridge Rd. approaching Bainbridge Rd. A registration check revealed the vehicle was entered as stolen out of Cleveland PD. Upon conducting a traffic stop the entry was verified with CPD. The driver was arrested and transported to NRPD where he was processed and released on bond. The passengers were transported to NRPD where they could arrange for a ride. The vehicle was impounded. The registered owner was contacted to make arrangements for pickup.

09-22-Officers were dispatched to Faith Baptist Temple in reference to a report of Breaking and Entering.  The complainant stated that subjects entered the church and stole several rolls of pennies.

09-21-Officer initiated a traffic stop on Lorain Rd. near Cook Rd.  One of the passengers in the vehicle had an open container.  He was cited and released from the scene.

09-21-Officers responded to Crissy's Place bar on report that an intoxicated female customer had indicated that she left her two children home alone. Upon arrival, officers located the woman and identified her as an Elyria resident. Officers detained her while EPD went to her residence. EPD advised that they found her one and three year old children at home, unattended, and that they were enroute to arrest her. Officers placed her in handcuffs and walked her out of the bar. While exiting the bar, she kicked an NRPD officer in the knee.

09-18-A vehicle was stopped on Mills Creek Ln. for a Marked Lanes violation.  Drug paraphernalia was observed in plain view inside the vehicle.  The operator admitted to being under the influence of "spice", a harmful inhalant.  He performed poorly on standardized field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest for OVI and Abusing Harmful Intoxicants.  He was transported to NRPD where he was processed and later released to a sober ride.

09-17-A motorist was stopped on US 20 near Broad Blvd for a marked lanes violation.  While speaking with the driver, an odor of marijuana could be detected from the inside of the vehicle.  A consent search revealed the female driver to be in possession of 26 marijuana cigarettes.  Sobriety tests revealed that she was not impaired.  She was cited and released pending her court date.


09-17-Officers were dispatched to Forest Park Dr. on complaint that a Corvette had been parked, with its engine running, for over an hour in a driveway. Upon arrival, officers found the operator passed out behind the wheel. Officers turned the vehicle off and woke the operator. Upon awakening, the operator apparently took his foot off the brake, and the vehicle began to roll forward into the street. Officers stopped the vehicle and had the operator exit. The operator had the odor of an alcoholic beverage on him, slurred his speech, and had difficulty maintaining his balance. He was arrested for Physical Control and transported to NRPD for processing.

09-16-Officers initiated a traffic stop for a reckless operation complaint.  The adult male driver was arrested for Possession of Marijuana.  The two juvenile male passengers were released to their parents.
 
09-15-Police were detailed to Bullfrogs reference a complaint of a disorderly female patron refusing to leave the bar.  While police were en route, dispatch advised that the female started walking eastbound on US 20.  She was located by officers and transported to NRPD where she was charged with disorderly conduct. 

09-14- Officers responded to Xavier Court in reference to an unruly juvenile complaint.  Upon Officer's arrival, the juvenile and his mother were spoken to.  It was determined the mother was under the influence of an intoxicating beverage.  As a result,  the juvenile and his siblings left the residence with their father.  

09-13-The North Ridgeville Police Department received a call in reference to the suspect violating a Temporary Protection Order.  The suspect was arrested without incident.

09-13-Officers were dispatched to a residence on Homecrest Dr. on an assault complaint. Upon arrival, officers met with subjects in the front yard of the residence. The suspect was intoxicated and creating a disturbance. The victim had injuries to her face and stated that the suspect, a former resident at that address, let herself into the residence and was caught taking frozen pizzas from the freezer. The victim stated that when she told the suspect to leave, the suspect punched her in the face. The victim's boyfriend removed the suspect from the residence and restrained her outside until police arrived. The suspect was arrested for assault and transported to NRPD.

09-12-A male from Harding Ave. reported Ohio State Highway Patrol had recovered his vehicle in Morrow County.  He was unaware the vehicle had been stolen and wished to file a report.

09-12-An officer was on patrol on Lorain Rd. and observed a male and a female arguing in the parking lot of Speedway gas station. As writer entered the lot, the male pushed the female away. After further investigation, it was determined that both subjects engaged in disorderly conduct. The female was cited and released at the scene. The male was transported to NRPD booking where he was processed and released.

09-12-North Ridgeville units conducted a detail targeting the sale of alcohol to underage persons. An  18 year old subject was served alcohol by an employee at Killen's Pub.

09-12-Officer initiated a traffic stop for a speeding violation.  The male driver was arrested for OVI.  His vehicle was towed and impounded by Patton's Towing.  The male was transported to NRPD.  He was processed and released to a sober driver.

09-11-Writer was dispatched to a citizen complaint of reckless operation on US 20.  The vehicle was located with the driver asleep at the wheel.  Field sobriety tests were administered, the driver was arrested for OVI and transported to NRPD for processing.

09-11-An officer responded to McDonalds to investigate a vehicle that struck the building.  The suspected vehicle fled the area. The officer located it and attempted to stop the vehicle.  The vehicle drove to a residence on S. Lear Nagle Road and came to a stop.  The male driver was arrested for OVI and transported to NRPD.  He was processed and released.

09-10-A female arrived on station to advise that two email accounts and her social network account had been fraudulently accessed.  Information was collected for a report. 

09-10-An employee with Marc's contacted the North Ridgeville Police in reference to an adult male who was preparing to leave their store without paying for a shopping cart full of grocery items.  The male was stopped by police and arrested for Theft.

09-09-North Ridgeville Middle School requested assistance with three students that were in the Prinicpals office.  All three students were referred to Juvenile Court for drug abuse.

09-09-Several officers responded to a disturbance between a couple students in the main parking lot of the North Ridgeville High School.  Upon arrival the disturbance had been broken up by the school's staff and other students.  The matter was investigated and at the time of the report, two students had been suspended.

09-08-The victim hired an individual to do some residential work, but the work was never started despite the victim paid for the services.  The victim was allowed to sign a theft complaint against the individual.

09-08-A hit-skip motor vehicle accident was reported at the Clark gas station on US 20. The offending vehicle was not immediately located. Follow up investigation led to the identification of the at fault driver and vehicle. The man was contacted, cited, and given notice to appear in court at EMC.

09-07-Officer was dispatched to a parking lot on US 20 in reference to a suspicious vehicle.  Officer located the vehicle and made contact with the driver.  Officer observed that the driver had an opened container of beer in the vehicle and the driver was advised to exit.  Officer administered standardized field sobriety tests to the driver and ensured he was not impaired.  The driver was cited for open container and released from the scene.

09-07- Officer observed a red in color Ford Taurus S/B on Lear-Nagle Rd. approaching Chestnut Ridge Rd.  The vehicle failed to stop for the flashing red light at the above intersection.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for OVI.

09-07-An Officer observed a vehicle drive off the road on US 20 and hit a large rock.  Standardized field sobriety tests showed the operator to be intoxicated.  The vehicle was towed and the driver was cited with Full Time and Attention, OVI, and Excess BAC before being released to a sober ride.

09-06-Officer responded to the NRPD for a report of theft of checks.  Upon arrival, officer spoke to the victim who advsied that a check that she had used several months ago was used again for a transaction.  The check was found to be counterfeit.  

09-05-Officer was dispatched to the area of I480/SR10 westbound at the split for a male stumbling as he walked in the fast lane of the highway. Officer made contact with the male and it was determined he was under the influence of alcohol. The male was placed under arrest for Disorderly Conduct Intoxication and transported to NRPD where he was processed and later released to a sober ride.

09-04- Officer initiated a traffic stop for a speeding violation.  The male driver was arrested for OVI and DUS.  The vehicle was towed and impounded by Patton's.  The male driver was transported to NRPD, processed and held for bond.

09-04- The victim reported her storage unit had been broken into sometime between 8/1/2011 and 8/31/2011.  Tools and miscellanous personal items were taken.

09-03- Officer responded to the area of Stoney Ridge Road and US 20 for a complaint of Littering from a Vehicle.  Officer located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop on US 20.  Officer discovered the driver was Driving Under Suspension.  The front seat passenger was also under suspension and the back seat passenger had a warrant for his arrest through the LCSO.  The driver was cited and released on scene.  The front seat passenger, who was the owner, arranged for a licensed driver to pick up the vehicle.  The back seat passenger was arrested for the warrant and a search of his person revealed drug abuse instruments.  He was transported to the NRPD where he was processed and held for his jail appearance.  All three occupants were issued a verbal warning for littering.

09-03- An officer initiated a traffic stop on Root Road just north of Reed Road.  The vehicle was driving forward and backing on Gatestone.  The officer made contact with the two male occupants, 16 YOA and 17 YOA.  The 16 YOA male was in possession of drug paraphernalia and marijuana.  The 17 YOA was driving with a temporary driver's permit.  The males and the vehicle were released to their parents.  Both males were referred to LCJVCT.

09-02- Police were detailed to the Pine Ridge Trailer Park reference a neighbor dispute.  While speaking with one of the parties involved, she continued to act disorderly while being questioned about the dispute, despite numerous warnings from officers to calm down.  She was eventually cited for disorderly conduct. 

09-02- An officer responded to a road rage incident on US 20 just west of Jaycox Road. The officer located the described vehicle braking erratically in the Ridgewood Mobile Home Park and initiated a traffic stop.  The officer made contact with the female driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon her breath.  A series of FSTs indicated she was impaired and she was arrested. The vehicle was towed by Patton's. The femalewas transported to NRPD, where she was processed and released.

09-01-An officerr initiated a traffic stop on SR 83 at Sugar Ridge Road for a marked lanes violation.  Writer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A series of FSTs indicated the driver was impaired and he was arrested.  The male's vehicle was towed by Patton's.  Writer transported the male to NRPD, where he was processed and booked into jail.

09-01- An Officer was detailed to Sheetz Gas Station in reference to a possible intoxicated driver. The clerk at Sheetz stated that a female subject was sitting in a black vehicle which was parked on the south side of the parking lot. Upon arrival contact was made with the female subject.  An investigation revealed that she was under the influence of alcohol and she was later arrested for having physical control of a motor vehicle.

August 2011

08-31- Officers responded to a Broad Blvd residence in reference to a report of a domestic dispute.  The adult male was arrested for domestic violence, transported to NRPD and booked into N. Ridgeville City Jail.

08-30-An officer received information a male was intoxicated and was going to leave the Century Tavern driving drunk.  The officer observed the vehicle leave eastbound on US 20 at a high rate of speed.  A traffic stop was conducted and the male was arrested for OVI.  He was transported to the station where he was processed, cited and released to a sober ride.

08-29-The owner of a hotel business on Lorain Road contacted NRPD and requested an officer to respond regarding subjects who failed to pay a bill of $1,266.24 for their stay at the hotel from 8-5-11 to 8-29-11.  Information was obtained for a report and future warrants of arrest.

08-29- An Officer stopped a vehicle for speeding (51 in a 35 MPH zone) on Lorain Rd. near I-480.  The driver was subsequently arrested for OVI and later released.

08-28- A resident called 911 to report witnessing three juveniles set a fire on the grounds of Lear North Elementary School. A description and direction of travel provided by the reporting party enabled responding officers to identify and locate the juveniles. Two of the three were referred to juvenile court for prosecution.

08-28- A vehicle was stopped on Root Rd. for a speed violation. During the course of the traffic stop, it was determined the male operator was under the influence of alcohol. After performing poorly on Field Sobriety Tests, the male operator was placed under arrest for OVI. He was transported to NRPD where he was processed and later released to a sober friend after receiving traffic citations for speed and OVI.

08-27- An officer was travelling NB on Jaycox Road, from US 20, directly behind a red sedan. The red sedan accellerated and was paced at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was subsequently stopped after making an abrupt turn into the Hidden Creek Apartments. The officer smelled the odor of marijuana emanating from the vehicle. Subsequent search yielded marijuana and paraphernalia. The adult male driver was cited for two drug offenses.

08-27- An officer was dispatched to the area of 6335 SR 83 for a hit skip traffic crash.  The vehicle involved struck a mailbox and left the area.  The vehicle's license plate number was provided by a witness.  The driver was later located on Monday 8-29-11 and cited for reasonable control, leaving the scene and no operator's license.

08-25- An officer transported an adult female to NRPD after a neighboring jurisdiction arrested her on an NRPD warrant. The female denied having any contraband on her person at the time of the arrest, time of transport and time of arrival to NRPD. A female officer search yielded drugs and drug paraphernalia. She was charged with conveying a controlled substance into a detention facility.

08-25-The humane officer was called to Dyke road for a dog bite. The officer found the victim and the dog involved. A citation was issued to the dog owner.

08-25-Officers responded to a vehicle crash with injuries on Jaycox Rd.  The driver of the at fault vehicle was cited for Driving Under Suspension, Operating a Vehicle while Intoxicated, Marked Lanes, and driving without insurance.  The owner of the at fault vehicle was cited for Wrongful Entrustment.

08-24-The victim hired an individual to do some residential work, but the work was never started even though the victim paid for the services.  The victim was allowed to sign a criminal complaint against the individual.

08-24-An Officer responded to Forest Ridge Apartments in reference to a tenant stealing electrical service.  A female was arrested for Theft.

08-23-Officers responded to Elder Street for a theft from a motor vehicle complaint.  The complainant provided descriptions of the three subjects and an officer located them on bicycles just north of Liberty School.  The three males threw down their bicycles and fled on foot.  Two of three males were arrested in the immediate area.  The third male was able to run home.  The two arrested males were released to their parents.  The third male's mother was contacted by telephone and advised of the incident.  All three males will be referred to LCJVCT for Curfew and Obstruction Official Busines

08-21-Officers were dispatched to the vicinity of McKinley Avenue in reference to a a hit-skip accident. A Toyota Tacoma struck a 25 MPH sign, drive through two residencial yards and fled the scene.  A witness captured the license plate and reported it to NRPD. The driver was identified and later cited for Hit-Skip and Reasonable Control.

08-21-Officers were dispatched to the field at the West end of Shaw Dr. in reference to a trespassing complaint.  Upon Officers arrival, the subjects were located and Officers observed damage to the crops in the field.  The subjects advised they were driving through the field and one of their vehicles was still stuck in the mud.  The subjects were also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia.  They were charged for injuring the crops and for possession of drug paraphernalia.  They were issued a summons to appear at the North Ridgeville Mayor's Court and were released.

08-20- an Officer observed a white in color Pontiac traveling N/B on Lear-Nagle Rd. approaching Mills Rd.  A random registration check revealed that the owner was currently under a licence forfeiture suspension. A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver/owner who was later issued a citation for DUS and possession of marijuana.  A male passenger was also arrested for an active warrant through the LCSO.

08-19-A vehicle was stopped on SR10 for a marked lanes violation.  The operator was found to be in possession of crack cocaine.  The operator was arrested and transported to jail.

08-19- Officers were dispatched to the vicinity of 5910 Main Boulevard in reference to a criminal damaging complaint. Several juveniles were observed in a detached garage to the residence by a neighbor. After the juveniles left, a complainant observed damage to a vehicle parked in the garage. The juveniles were later located and an investigation ensued. Three juveniles were later referred to LCJC.

08-18- Officers were dispatched to SR 10 WB for a report of an accident. A vehicle had struck two guard rails, then traveled down an embankment and into a stand of trees. The driver was subsequently arrested for OVI, Excess BAC and Reasonable Control. His vehicle was towed, and the def. was taken o NRPD, Processed and released.

08-17- Officers initiated a traffic stop on Case Rd. for a registration violation.  Upon making contact with the driver, Officer smelled the odor of marijuana emitting from the vehicle. A vehicle search revealed marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  The driver was charged with possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia.  He was  released from the scene after it was determined that he was not impaired.

08-17-Police were detailed to the intersection of US 20 and Emerald Street for a hit/skip accident.  Witnesses were able to provide details for the suspect vehicle.  When officers initially questioned the suspect driver, he provided false information regarding the accident.  He was eventually cited for ACDA, stopping after an accident and falsification.

08-16-Officers received a complaint of a possible drunk driver NB on Barton Rd. Officers in the area were able to locate the vehicle in the parking lot of Convenient Food Mart. Upon making contact with the female driver, it was learned that she had taken unprescribed prescription medication.  The driver was requested to perform a series of field sobriety tests, which she was unable to complete successfully.  The driver was placed under arrest for operating a vehicle while under the influence of drugs and was also cited for driving under suspension.

08-15-An officer initiated a traffic stop on US 20 just west of SR 83 for a marked lanes violation.  The officer made contact with the 17 YOA male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A series of FSTs indicated he was impaired and he was arrested.  In his possession was marijuana and drug paraphernalia.  The female passenger and the vehicle were released at the scene.  The male was processed and released to his mother.

08-15- Two vehicles were involved in an injury crash on US 20 at Case Road.  It was later learned that the at fault vehicle provided false information regarding the status of his car insurance.  The male was charged with Assured Clear Distance Ahead and False Statements.

08-15-Officers were dispatched to Lorain Rd on a citizen complaint of an intoxicated driver. The driver was located on Lorain Rd at Bagley Rd. A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver. The driver exhibited several indicators of intoxication. The driver was offered several field sobriety tests and was taken into custody. The driver was transported to NRPD booking where he was processed and released after posting bond.

08-14-An officer observed a subject sleeping in a parked vehicle in the McDonald's restaurant parking lot on Lorain Rd. The brake lights on the vehicle were illuminated. Upon approach, the officer observed the keys in the vehicle's ignition although the vehicle's engine was not running. The officer detected the odor of an alcoholic beverage on the occupant, who was seated in the driver's seat. After waking the occupant, the officer arrested him for physical control. While searching the subject subsequent to arrest, the officer discovered a small baggy containing suspected marijuana and a metal smoking pipe on the subject.

08-13-On 08-12-2011 at 1314 hrs. a green Ford Explorer with an obstructed front registration and view was observed travelling northbound on Lear Nagle Rd approaching Mills Rd. The driver was recognized as the registered owner, and was without driving privileges. Upon turning to stop the Explorer, it accelerated rapidly northbound on Lear Nagle, turned eastbound onto Mills Rd without signalling, accelerated rapidly east on Mills, turned south on Main Ave without signalling, accelerated rapidly down Main Ave,and pulled into a driveway. As writer pulled up, the driver exited the vehicle and fled into the yard. The vehicle was left running, and unsecured. The keys were secured with contact information left on the vehicle. The driver will be cited prior to retrieving his keys.


08-12-Officer initiated a traffic stop on Root Rd. on a vehicle for a speed violation. During the course of the traffic stop, marijuana and drug paraphernalia were located in the vehicle. The operator was later issued criminal misdemeanor citations for the marijuana and the drug paraphernalia. A traffic citation for speed was also issued. The operator was released at the scene.


08-10- A resident reported several  juveniles were smoking marijuana in a back yard. Upon arrival, six juveniles and one adult were observed smokiong marijuana. All were charged with various drug related offenses. The juveniles will be referred to juvenile court, and the adult was issued a citation for Mayor's Court.

8-09-a resident was arrested by the Northern Ohio Violent Fugitive Task Force and booked into city jail on several felony charges. The offenders family, who were financially victimized, provided additional information regarding criminal activity by the arrestee.  Upon further investigation additional charges were signed against the defendant.

8-09-An officer initiated a traffic stop on Bagley Road for a speeding violation, 53 M.P.H. in a posted 35 M.P.H. zone.  The officer made contact with the male driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon his breath.  A series of field sobriety tests indicated the male was impaired and he was arrested.  The vehicle was left in front of the male's home and he was transported to NRPD.  He was processed and booked into jail, because he was unable to arrange a sober ride.

8-08-Police responded to Chestnut Ridge Road near the overpass for a complaint of a male chasing a female with a wrench.  Police located the female who was standing on the side of the road with a witness who was driving by at the time of the incident.  It was learned that the two are married and had been arguing all day.  The husband become angry and chased his wife out of the house while holding onto a wrench.  He was arrested at their residence without incident and transported to NRPD.  He was charged with domestic violence and held without bond.

8-08-A vehicle was stopped for a registration violation and the driver provided false identifying information to police.  Once his true identity was established, it was discovered that he was under suspension.  The driver was arrested for Falsification and Driving Under Suspension.

8-07-An ex-husband took custody of his son without the ex-wife's consent while she was at work.  The incident is under investigation.

8-07-an Officer observed a silver in color Chrysler eastbound on US20 approaching Pitts Blvd. A random registration check revealed that the plates on the vehicle were expired.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for possession of marijuana and possession of paraphernalia.

8-07-Officers were dispatched to a residence on Spruce St for a report of a female being assaulted and yelling for help.  Upon arrival officers could hear a disturbance inside the residence and a female crying and yelling.  The side door of the residence was found to be unlocked and officers announced our presence and made entry into the residence.  Once officers were inside the females yelling stopped.  When officers attempted to open the bedroom door where the female was heard yelling from, it was forcibly closed.  Officers forced entry into the bedroom which caused the defendant, who was naked, to fall backwards. The female, fully clothed, was observed laying on the floor in a fetal position, partially covered up with a pile of clothing. The 18 year old male, who was clearly intoxicated, resisted arrest and fought with officers as he was escorted outside.  Once in the back seat of the cruiser the defendant kicked the rear driver side door, causing damage.

8-06-An officer stopped a motor vehicle for a speed violation and made contact with the 16 yr old driver.  It was learned the vehicle belonged to the parents of the 18 yr old passenger.  Further investigation revealed that the 16 yr old driver had no operators license and that the 18 yr old had knowledge of this and still allowed him to drive.  A small amount of marijuana was located in the glove box and the 18 yr old admitted it belonged to him.

8-06-Offices were dispatched to the BP station on Lorain Rd. on a report of a fight in progress. The subjects involved were located and the aggressor was arrested.

8-06-at approximately 0251hrs, an Officer observed a red in color Chevy S-10 W/B on Lorain Rd. approaching Lear-Nagle Rd.  The vehicle appeared to be traveling at a speed greater than the posted speed limit of 35mph.  The Officer activated his radar unit which confirmed the vehicle speed at 51mph.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for OVI.

8-05-An officer was dispatched to an address on Lorain Road on a report of breaking and entering. The officer spoke with the complainant who advised that someone had entered the building and taken a substantial amount of change.

8-05-An officer responded to a complaint of a male in Speedway on Lorain Rd. acting strange.  They thought he was possibly intoxicated.  The officer located the vehicle on Lorain Rd. and observed the vehicle make several Marked Lanes violations.  The officer stopped the vehicle and it was determined that the driver was impaired.  While arresting him, he struggled with officers.  He was charged with OVI, Excessive BAC, Marked Lanes and Resisting Arrest.

8-05-an Officer was traveling westbound on Sugar Ridge Rd approaching Line Dr. A vehicle traveling  eastbound on Sugar Ridge Rd., crossed the double yellow center line and nearly struck the Officer head-on.  After turning around, the Officer observed the tan in color Ford Explorer drive off the right side of the roadway. While continuing E/B on Sugar Ridge Rd, the vehicle crossed the center line again, and continued driving E/B in the W/B lane.  A traffic stop was initiated and contact was made with the driver who was later arrested for OVI.
 
8-03-Officers made contact with a male sitting in a vehicle in the parking lot of Speedway Gas Station.  The male consented to a search of the vehicle and Officers located crack.cocaine in the glove box.  The male was arrested and transported to NRPD.

8-02-Officers responded to Broad Blvd. in reference to a theft.  Information was gathered for a report.

8-02-officers were dispatched to an address on US 20 on a report of two brothers engaged in a physical altercation. One of the brothers was placed under arrest for domestic violence.

8-02-A counterfeit $10 bill was passed to a customer at Arby's.  Arby's was advised of this and they reimbursed the customer.

8-02-An Albert St. resident reported his vehicle was damaged in his driveway.

8-01-Officers responded to Greenwich Ave. for a female juvenile attempting to overdose on medication.  The female was transported to St. John Medical Center.

8-01-A vehicle was stopped on Mills Road near Lear Nagle for a speed violation.  A consent search of the vehicle revealed a small amount of marijuana in the center console.  The male operator was cited for speed and possession of marijuana and released, pending his court date. 

8-01-A tractor trailer was stopped for OVI after several calls were made to NRPD about his erratic driving on US 20.  He was arrested and transported to NRPD.  He was charged for OVI, excessive BAC and marked lanes.  He was held for bond.

8-01-at 0822 hrs. a resident arrived on station to report a theft from auto on Forest Park Dr.The vehicle was locked however the passenger side window was left down.  No suspects were readily identified. A report was taken with a list of stolen property added.

8-01-A Cornell Blvd. resident reported seeing two juvenile males moving construction barrels on the street. Officers responded to the area and also discovered smashed landscaping lights in the street. Three juvenile males were located in the neighborhood. All three were supposed to be at a sleep-over on Wallace Blvd. The three were referred to the Lorian Co. Juvenile Court and released to responsible adults.
 

July 2011

7-31-An officer was dispatched to a Breaking and Entering / Theft complaint that occured at a barn on Island Rd.  Information for a report was obtained.

7-31-An Officer was dispatched to Sugar Ridge Rd. in reference to a theft from auto complaint.  A report was taken.

7-31-An officer initiated a traffic stop on SR 83 at Dorchester for a marked lanes violation.  The officer made contact with the female driver and detected an odor of an alcoholic beverage upon her breath.  A series of field sobriety tests indicated the female was impaired and she was placed under arrest. The vehicle was impounded and towed by Patton's Towing.  The female was transported to NRPD where she was processed and released.

7-30-Officers were dispatched to the area of Speedway and Ace's Bar on Lorain Rd. in reference to two intoxicated males.  The two males were located and eventually arrested for disorderly conduct by intoxication.  One of the males resisted arrest and threatened officers while in booking.  He was charged with resisting arrest and aggravated menacing.  Both were brought back to the station for processing.

7-30-at 1032 hrs. a representative from North Ridgeville City Schools called to report vandalism to the High School. The damage was first observed on Thursday, July 28th. Graffiti containing vulgar language and pictures was spray painted on the exterior Gym walls. Photos were taken for a report.

7-30-Officers were dispatched to a fight in the parking lot of Speedway.  Officers arrived on scene and spoke with everyone involved.  One subject was arrested for OVI and his vehicle was towed.  Another subject from that vehicle was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Disorderly Conduct. 

7-29-Officers were detailed to an establishment on US20 in reference to a male and female subject attempting to leave without paying their bill.  Upon arrival contact was made with the male subject who was later arrested for DCP,obstructing official business, resisting arrest, and assault on a police officer.

7-29-Officer was dispatched to SR 10 near I-480 in reference to a possible intoxicated driver traveling Westbound from North Olmsted.  An Officer observed the vehicle on SR 10 near Alternate 83.  After observing  marked lane violations,  a traffic stop was initiated near Alternate 83.  The Officer made contact with the driver and smelled the odor of an alcoholic beverage.  The driver submitted to standardized field sobriety tests and was arrested for OVI.  His vehicle was inventoried and Officers located a controlled substance in the vehicle.  The vehicle was impounded and the driver was transported to NRPD where he was charged with OVI, possession of marijuana, and marked lanes.  He was held on bond. 

7-29-at approximately 1829 hrs, NRPD Officers responded to a disturbance at a residence on Avalon Dr.  Upon arrival, an officer observed an adult female, highly agitated and yelling obscenities, in the driveway at the residence.  The female refused to calm down after numerous warnings and would not allow officers to mediate the situation.  The female was place into custody and handcuffed.  The female was cited for Disorderly Conduct- Persisting and was released to a calm adult.

7-28-The victim reported a hit-skip crash that occurred on Pitts Blvd near US20.  A driver and vehicle description was obtained and the suspect vehicle was located.  An accident report was completed and the driver was charged with several traffic violations.

7-27-conducted a traffic stop on Cook Rd. at Lorain Rd. The driver was issued a citation for expired plates and two misdemeanor citations.

7-27-Officers responded to a residence on Opal St., in reference to a neighbor dispute over damaged property.  Information was gathered for a report.

7-27-A woman came to NRPD in reference to a fraudulent activity with her checking account.  Information was gathered for a report.

7-26-An Officer was dispatched to First Place Bank for a report of Identity Theft/ Fraud/Theft.  Officer spoke with a female who advised that her son was responsible for making the withdrawals without her consent, totalling $6,804.  After speaking to her son, who admitted to the thefts, the complainant decided against charging him as he promised to repay the money. 

7-26-An Officer responded to a report of Animal Cruelty.  A female suspect was located and admitted to the offense.  She was charged with Animal Cruelty and released on scene. 

7-25-An officer met an adult female on station in reference to a telecommunications harassment complaint. Investigation ensued and a report was taken for informational purposes only.

7-25-A Wallace Blvd. resident reported that light globes from her outdoor light post were taken overnight.  A report was taken on scene. 

7-25-An officer was dispatched to Sheetz on Lorain Rd for a shoplifter. On arrival the officer made contact with the manager and the suspect. The suspect admitted to the theft and was taken into custody. The suspect was cited and released at the scene.

07-24-The victim came to NRPD to report that he had sold a car on Craigslist, and payment for the vehicle was made by check.  The victim went to cash the check and the check was declined because the account was closed.  The Victim attempted to contact buyer through a certified letter to inform him that the check was no good, but the letter was returned to the victim stating the suspect no longer lived at the address he had provided.  The Victim will sign charges against the suspect for Grand Theft Auto and for Passing Bad Checks.

07-18-The complainant reported a business check had been stolen from their business and the check was cashed by the suspect when he used a second victim's stolen driver license.  The suspect further stole and misused the business credit card.  Criminal charges are forthcoming.

07-16-A resident from Gina Drive contacted police to advise the theft of a bicycle from his front yard sometime during the evening.  Information was collected for a report.