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On 9/13/19 at about 4PM officers responded to Dicks Sporting Goods at Crocker Park for a reported assault.One of the sales clerks reported being punched in the face by an unknown male.Working with Crocker Park Security, WPD officers were able to identify the suspect as a 25yo Crocker Park resident who had recent contacts with law enforcement.In the mean time, the same male suspect called WPD and admitted to the assault.He stated that he was hearing voices telling him to hurt people but would not divulge his location.Officers scoured the shopping complex and eventually located the male in a clothing store.The male was taken into custody without further incident.He was transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital for an evaluation.Warrants have been obtained charging him with misdemeanor assault.
On 9/16/19 at approx. 8:45AM a patrol officer made contact with a male staying at the Red Roof Inn.The 43yo from Grafton had warrants from both North Olmsted and North Ridgeville PDs for theft and drug law violations.Officers noted that he had fresh track marks on his arms which was indicative of recent injection drug use.The male was found to be in possession of hypodermic needles, burnt spoons and other drug paraphernalia.He was arrested and charged through Rocky River Muny Court.
On 9/17/19 The Apple Store at Crocker Park called to report a theft which had occurred previously.On 9/13/19 at about 6:30P a younger white male entered the store.He shopped around and eventually pocketed 13 Apple Pencils.On 9/15/19, the same male took 11 additional Apple pencils.The total value stolen was over $2000.During both thefts the male was wearing a black t-shirt and long pants. Westlake PD is looking to identify this male.If you recognize him or have any information about the theft please contact the Westlake PD non-emergency line at 440-871-3311.You can remain anonymous.
On 9/19/19 at approx. 2AM WPD received an alarm call at Fine Wine and Tobacco on Detroit Rd.Officers arrived to find the front door glass shattered.Unfortunately there were no suspects on scene.The scene was processed and evidence collected.It appeared that 2 suspects entered the business by breaking the glass with an unknown object.They were only in the store for minutes and made off with a small amount of cash.Bay Village also had a breaking and entering at one of their liquor stores the same night.
On 9/19/19 at approx. 9:30 PM a Westlake Community Service Officer noticed a vehicle driving down Center Ridge with a flat tire.A police officer caught up with the car as it pulled into a condo complex on Center Ridge.The driver had slurred speech and said he didn’t realize he had a flat.The 35yo Westlake resident refused field tests and was arrested for OVI.At the Westlake Jail he tested over 2 times the legal limit.
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Westlake PD is looking to identify this male.If you recognize him or have any information about the theft please contact the Westlake PD non-emergency line at 440-871-3311.You can remain anonymous.
On 9/19/19 at approx. 2AM WPD received an alarm call at Fine Wine and Tobacco on Detroit Rd.Officers arrived to find the front door glass shattered.Unfortunately there were no suspects on scene.The scene was processed and evidence collected.It appeared that 2 suspects entered the business by breaking the glass with an unknown object.They were only in the store for minutes and made off with a small amount of cash.
Bay Village also had a breaking and entering at one of their liquor stores the same night.
On 9/19/19 at approx. 9:30 PM a Westlake Community Service Officer noticed a vehicle driving down Center Ridge with a flat tire.A police officer caught up with the car as it pulled into a condo complex on Center Ridge.The driver had slurred speech and said he didn’t realize he had a flat.The 35yo Westlake resident refused field tests and was arrested for OVI.At the Westlake Jail he tested over 2 times the legal limit.
Photos courtesy of The Westlake Police Department
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