06/14/2026
12:00 AM — THREATS
Location: McKinley St., Bedford
Disposition: Unable to follow up
A caller reported that the boyfriend of a former friend threatened to shoot at her house. The caller did not provide the reason for the threat and did not know the male’s name or other identifying information. Officers were unable to follow up.
06/14/2026
1:57 AM — THREATS
Location: Willard Ave., Bedford
Disposition: No report requested
A woman reported ongoing issues with her husband. She said that during an argument several days earlier, he pulled a fork on her and threatened to shove it down her throat. The husband was reportedly out of town at the time of the call. The woman said she did not want him back in the home and was advised to contact police when he returned. She was also advised about seeking a protection order and beginning the eviction process. The caller later advised that she did not want to make a report.
06/14/2026
3:22 AM — SUSPICIOUS PERSON
Location: Solon Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
A caller at an apartment complex reported a woman who did not live there had been attempting to enter the building and was calling for a man while banging on doors. Officers checked both buildings, the parking lot and surrounding area but were unable to locate her.
06/14/2026
11:27 AM — TROUBLE WITH CUSTOMER
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Male trespassed and arrested on warrant
An employee reported a man inside the store who was believed to have previously been trespassed and who had allegedly stolen from the business in the past. Police found no record of a previous trespass. Officers verbally trespassed the man and advised him not to return. A warrant from another police department was confirmed, and the man was arrested and transferred to that agency without incident.
06/14/2026
8:25 PM — SUSPICIOUS PERSON
Location: Willis St., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
A caller reported a man walking behind a building toward a pond and said the same person had previously vandalized the property. The caller later reported the man walking back toward the building and then north on Willis Street. Officers checked the building and surrounding area but found no damage and were unable to locate the man.
06/14/2026
11:39 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
A caller reported hearing several people arguing in a parking lot, including a man making threats to kill someone. The caller could also hear objects being thrown and believed a physical fight might be occurring. Officers checked the buildings, parking lot and Turney Road but found no disturbance and were unable to locate the involved male.
06/15/2026
7:11 AM — THEFT
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A caller from a construction company reported that a building had again been broken into and property stolen. A police report was completed.
06/15/2026
9:15 AM — THEFT
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Attempted theft documented
A caller requested a report regarding a four-wheeler and provided surveillance footage. The footage showed three juveniles entering a vehicle on the property and attempting to steal it. They fled and later returned with another juvenile. The juveniles were able to move a UTV toward the exit before it stalled, and they left it behind. The caller was advised to contact police if the juveniles returned.
06/15/2026
11:51 AM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Columbus Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Male trespassed and left without incident
Staff requested assistance removing a man following an earlier incident in which he allegedly made unsettling statements toward employees. Staff wanted him trespassed before issuing a formal written ban. The man left without incident after being advised of the trespass.
06/15/2026
6:58 PM — THEFT
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/no theft confirmed
A caller initially reported four juveniles wearing black hoodies had entered a store and stolen items. Officers later spoke with the caller, who said the juveniles left before police arrived and that nothing had actually been taken. The caller said he scared them away and would contact police if they returned.
06/15/2026
10:50 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties advised
A caller reported a man and woman arguing loudly in a neighboring apartment. Officers spoke with the residents and determined it had been a loud discussion. One resident was reported to be hard of hearing and therefore spoke loudly. The parties agreed to keep the noise down.
06/16/2026
1:13 PM — ASSAULT
Location: Willis St., Bedford
Disposition: No charges pursued
A caller reported that a man had been punched in the face during a dispute at a business. Officers spoke with everyone involved and reviewed security footage, which showed the two men bumping into each other before one headbutted the other and punches were exchanged. Both were advised regarding disorderly conduct. Neither wished to pursue the matter after the process was explained to them.
06/16/2026
4:11 PM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Ellenwood Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Juveniles advised and left
A caller reported seven or eight juveniles refusing to leave after being asked to do so. Staff told officers the juveniles had been behaving poorly and cursing and were being asked to leave for the evening, although they would be permitted to return for camp the following day. The juveniles were advised and agreed to leave.
06/17/2026
12:35 PM — IDENTITY THEFT
Location: Dewhurst Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A resident reported discovering an unauthorized transaction of $677.77 on a bank account in early June. A second attempted transaction was declined after the card was locked. The resident had contacted the bank’s fraud department, taken steps to secure the account and sought reimbursement. The incident was documented in case the bank required a police report.
06/17/2026
1:29 PM — DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Referred to Bedford Heights Police
A woman arrived at the Bedford Police Department after reporting a domestic incident in Bedford Heights in which her husband allegedly attacked and chased her. She said she stopped at Bedford Police because it was closer and she felt safe there. She was advised to go to Bedford Heights Police to make a report and then planned to stay with a family member.
06/17/2026
3:23 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Corkhill Rd., Bedford
Disposition: No transport
Police responded after a resident was reportedly making threats toward an aide and locked the aide outside. Officers contacted the resident, who refused EMS. Because the resident was not making threats to harm herself at that time, EMS advised that she could not be made to go.
06/17/2026
5:06 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Ellenwood Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
Police received a report of multiple juveniles causing a disturbance and shooting Orbeez guns. Officers were unable to locate the juveniles.
06/17/2026
5:27 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Ellenwood Ave., Bedford
Disposition: No disturbance located
Parks and Recreation staff reported seeing approximately eight juveniles gathering on security cameras and believed they might be fighting. The juveniles also appeared to still have an Orbeez gun. Officers found no disturbance, and other park visitors reported seeing nothing occur.
06/17/2026
6:03 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Corkhill Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
A woman reported a verbal argument with her boyfriend over keys. She said nothing physical occurred and wanted to gather her belongings and leave. Officers assisted her while she collected her belongings, and she left the residence.
06/18/2026
11:25 AM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Rockside Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Matter resolved
An employee reported a man acting erratically and refusing to leave while attempting to obtain keys to a vehicle that did not belong to him. Officers learned the man wanted belongings from a vehicle he had purchased but returned after being notified it was being repossessed. An employee unlocked the vehicle so he could retrieve his belongings. A woman with him was also advised that a refund would be returned to her credit card within two to three business days or could later be issued by check.
06/18/2026
11:29 AM — ASSAULT
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: No further police action
A father reported an alleged assault involving his teenage daughter that had occurred more than two years earlier. He said the girl’s stepfather had broken her finger. Police followed up with the mother and daughter, who stated the incident had been reported to police when it occurred. Both believed the new report was related to an upcoming custody hearing. No further police action was taken.
06/18/2026
12:57 PM — THREATS
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
A caller reported a man had threatened to shoot up a store approximately 50 minutes earlier. The store owner told officers the man became verbally upset and threatened harm. Officers were unable to locate him, and the owner was advised to contact police if he returned.
06/18/2026
1:12 PM — ASSAULT
Location: Woodrow Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A woman reported that she had been slapped by her cousin at a bar and wanted to pursue assault charges. A police report was completed.
06/18/2026
4:16 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Investigation/follow-up requested
An employee reported that a man attempted to set fire to the vestibule between the doors of a business after being told he would not be getting his job back. The fire was no longer burning when police were called, and the man left before officers arrived. Staff advised that a manager would be available the following day to provide surveillance footage. Officers attempted to contact the man to advise him not to return.
06/19/2026
5:28 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Rockside Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
Police responded to a dispute involving conflicting claims about whether a woman still lived at an apartment after she kicked in the apartment door. The male involved left for the morning.
06/19/2026
8:40 AM — THEFT
Location: Johnson Ave., Bedford
Disposition: No contact in lobby
A theft of shoes by an ex-boyfriend was reported to police. No one was present in the police department lobby when officers attempted to follow up.
06/19/2026
12:05 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties advised
Police responded to a report of a father and approximately 13-year-old son yelling, with the caller reporting that the father was grabbing the child. Officers stopped the father’s vehicle. He explained that the child has autism and had been acting out while he was having difficulty getting the child into the vehicle. The man had outstanding warrants but, because the child required care, he was advised of the warrants and released.
06/19/2026
10:13 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Eldred Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
Police responded to a family argument following the death of the family’s mother. Those involved had been drinking and grieving and agreed to take the argument inside and be mindful of neighbors. Officers were called back a short time later, and a man and woman left for the night to keep the peace.
06/20/2026
3:03 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Mortimer Dr., Bedford
Disposition: Checks OK
Officers responded to a disturbance call but heard and observed no disturbance in the area.
06/21/2026
2:16 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Lee Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
A man reported that his girlfriend woke him and began arguing with and hitting him. Officers observed no marks or injuries. Both parties were reportedly intoxicated, and the woman had left before officers arrived. The man was advised to call police if she returned.
06/21/2026
2:36 AM — THEFT
Location: Eldred Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A caller reported leaving an AR-15 pistol on the driver’s seat of his unlocked vehicle while attending a celebration of life. The firearm was later discovered missing. The caller did not know who took it and did not know its serial number. Police advised that the incident could be documented but that the firearm could not be entered as stolen without a serial number.
06/21/2026
9:34 AM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Flora Dr., Bedford
Disposition: Eviction process explained
A caller reported that her adult granddaughter had been staying with her for less than a month and that she no longer wanted her in the home. The caller was advised about the eviction process.
06/21/2026
10:43 AM — THEFT
Location: Union St., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A resident reported that two life-size fiberglass sheep statues had been stolen from his front yard sometime overnight. He did not have surveillance footage or suspect information and wanted police to be aware of the theft.
06/21/2026
8:30 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Corkhill Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
Police responded to an argument between two intoxicated individuals after one reportedly attempted to throw a bottle at the other. Both were advised not to interact and agreed to remain separated for the night.
06/21/2026
11:41 PM — DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Arrest made
A caller reported that his adult stepdaughter, who was extremely intoxicated, was attempting to fight him and repeatedly following him after being told to leave him alone. Police subsequently arrested the woman for assault and domestic violence and transported her to jail.
06/22/2026
8:40 AM — THEFT
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Property returned
A woman reported that her boyfriend would not return her keys. The man turned the keys over to officers, who returned them to the woman. Officers stood by while the man gathered his belongings, and the woman was advised about the eviction process.
06/22/2026
3:34 PM — THREATS
Location: Gould Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Parties advised
A woman reported that her ex-partartner repeatedly called her and threatened to come to her home after recently moving out. Officers contacted the man and advised him not to return or continue calling her. The woman was advised about obtaining a protection order.
06/22/2026
4:20 PM — THREATS
Location: Tarbell Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A man came to the police department to document domestic issues and alleged threats involving an ex-girlfriend with whom he was still living. He reported that she had been yelling at him periodically since their breakup and said another person had people who could be sent to do something to him. The man wanted the information documented in case something occurred in the future.
06/22/2026
4:41 PM — THEFT
Location: Flora Dr., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A woman reported that someone had used her credit card weeks earlier. She had already been reimbursed by the credit card company and issued a new card. The incident was placed on file for her records.
06/22/2026
8:35 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Checks OK
Officers contacted a woman who said there was no man inside her apartment and that only she and her two children were present. The woman and children appeared to be fine and did not require police assistance.
06/22/2026
11:33 PM — WEAPON OFFENSE
Location: Northfield Rd./Avery Ave. area, Bedford
Disposition: Investigation/follow-up attempted
A juvenile and another female reported an altercation at a residence on Avery Avenue. They said a male ordered them to leave after an argument, pushed and shook one of them while removing her from the residence, and later pointed a firearm at them as they walked away. Officers attempted to contact the male but learned he had left. Police also attempted to contact the original caller again but received no answer.
06/23/2026
10:30 AM — THEFT
Location: Rockside Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Investigation continuing
A dealership reported three incidents between June 14 and June 19 in which vehicles pulled behind the business and took gasoline from its pumps. Surveillance video was to be provided to police, and a possible suspect was identified. The investigation was continuing.
06/23/2026
2:48 PM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Male left property
An employee reported a customer refusing to leave a work bay despite signs prohibiting customers from entering the area. There were no threats or violence. The man left before police arrived.
06/23/2026
9:10 PM — THEFT
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Incident documented
A woman reported that approximately $1,200 had been taken from a container where she stored money the previous week and another approximately $1,300 was missing that day. She suspected a family member who lived with her. She wanted the matter documented for court purposes.
06/24/2026
2:54 AM — WEAPON OFFENSE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Area checked/patrol requested
An employee reported two men wearing black hoodies entered a business. While one was paying, an object fell inside his pants and the employee believed he saw a handgun when the man retrieved it. Surveillance footage showed what appeared to be a handgun, but it was never pointed at the employee. The men purchased their items and left. Officers checked the area, and the employee requested additional patrols for the remainder of the night.
06/24/2026
3:10 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
A caller reported a woman was being loud, turning on lights and damaging the home. No weapons or physical violence were reported. Both parties were advised to remain separated for the night, and the caller was advised about the eviction process.
06/24/2026
9:35 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated/EMS evaluation completed
A resident reported a woman was damaging the apartment and had not taken her medication. EMS was requested for an evaluation. The woman was calm when officers arrived and was evaluated by EMS. A family member was contacted, the woman took her medication, and the parties agreed to remain separated. The resident was advised about the eviction process.
06/24/2026
12:37 PM — DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Location: State Route 271/Broadway-Forbes area, Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
Police received a report of a dispute between a man and woman inside a vehicle on the freeway. The caller was instructed to exit the freeway and stop at a nearby gas station. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the parties.
06/25/2026
12:02 AM — SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Party advised
A man was found on a property after hours and stated he was permitted to be there because he had arrived before the designated closing time and had two storage units at the location. He was advised to contact the property manager the following day to discuss the situation.
06/25/2026
12:21 AM — BREAKING & ENTERING
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: No further police action
A resident returned from work and found his apartment door open, power switched off and patio door open. Nothing appeared to have been stolen or moved, but unfamiliar clothing and dentures had been left inside. Officers found no one in the residence and observed no damage. The items were collected as evidence. The resident did not want further action because nothing had been stolen or damaged.
06/25/2026
1:33 AM — SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Checks OK
Officers investigated an occupied silver SUV. One of the occupants lived in the area, and the parties said they were hanging out. Everything checked OK.
06/25/2026
7:16 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Statements provided
A woman reported multiple verbal arguments with the father of her child that eventually became physical. The dispute involved plans to move into a rental home together, keys and a phone. She reported accidentally striking the man while trying to take keys from him and said he later dragged her back into the apartment hallway while the two struggled over a phone. She was provided witness statement forms while deciding how she wanted to proceed.
06/25/2026
8:27 AM — DISORDERLY CONDUCT
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Citation issued
Police responded to a dispute involving allegations that a man followed a woman from a business and threw firecrackers toward her vehicle. Officers investigated the incident, and a male was cited for disorderly conduct.
06/25/2026
8:53 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A 14-year-old reported being choked by a 17-year-old male and declined medical assistance. A police report was completed.
06/26/2026
1:34 AM — SUSPICIOUS PERSON
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Subjects checked
A caller reported three men wearing hoodies walking in the middle of the roadway northbound and thought their behavior was suspicious. During the investigation, police confirmed an outstanding warrant for one individual, but the issuing agency advised officers to release him because no jail housing was available.
06/26/2026
7:36 AM — THEFT
Location: Rockside Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A theft was reported at a Rockside Road business. A police report was completed.
06/26/2026
7:40 AM — THREATS
Location: Northfield Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Arrest made on warrant
Two men were involved in a verbal argument outside a gas station concerning previous issues. One of the men had an active Bedford Police warrant for theft and was taken into custody without incident.
06/26/2026
9:43 AM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Employee left property
Management requested police assistance removing an employee who refused to leave after being told to do so. Officers spoke with the employee, who cooperated and willingly left. Police then provided her with a courtesy ride.
06/26/2026
11:20 AM — THEFT
Location: Rockside Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Investigation/report taken
A man reported more than $200, a debit card and identification stolen from his vehicle while it was parked outside a repair shop. Surveillance footage showed an individual entering multiple vehicles and then walking westbound on Rockside Road toward the Valleyfield Apartments area. An employee agreed to provide police with a copy of the video.
06/26/2026
11:32 AM — ASSAULT
Location: Center Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A caller requested a report for a male client who had reportedly been assaulted the previous night. Medical assistance was declined.
06/26/2026
6:56 PM — WEAPON OFFENSE
Location: Broadway Ave./W. Glendale St. area, Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/unable to locate
A passerby reported seeing a young man walking near the railroad tracks carrying a butcher knife in each hand. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate him.
06/26/2026
10:01 PM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Broadway Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Gone on arrival/no further action requested
An employee reported a customer became upset about an issue with the gas pumps, threatened to tear up and “light up” the business, and refused to leave. No weapons were seen. The man left before officers arrived, and the business did not wish to pursue the matter further.
06/27/2026
11:08 AM — ASSAULT
Location: Ellenwood Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A woman reported that she had been assaulted by a group of juveniles at the Ellenwood Recreation Center the previous evening.
06/27/2026
11:13 AM — DISTURBANCE
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Report taken
A caller reported receiving a call from a woman who said the father of her child had struck her in the face. The caller had been on a video call with the woman and heard sounds of a struggle before being asked to call police. The caller also reported that children might be inside the residence. A police report was completed.
06/27/2026
4:15 PM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Union St., Bedford
Disposition: Male trespassed and sent on his way
Police responded to a dispute involving a man and woman. The woman initially reported that the man struck her in the face and later said a table he overturned struck her in the mouth. Officers received conflicting accounts from intoxicated parties. The woman requested that the man be trespassed from the residence. He was trespassed and sent on his way.
06/27/2026
5:31 PM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Turney Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Arrest made
An employee reported a man outside the business who had previously been trespassed. Police took the man into custody for criminal trespass and transported him to jail.
06/28/2026
6:15 PM — UNWANTED GUEST
Location: Corkhill Rd., Bedford
Disposition: Parties separated
Police initially responded to a verbal altercation between two women who agreed to remain separated until one could obtain a ride elsewhere. Officers were called back later for a physical fight. Both women had redness and minor scratches, but officers could not determine who initiated the fight or identify a primary aggressor. One woman agreed to stay away from the apartment and return with a police escort after arranging transportation.
06/28/2026
11:40 PM — DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Location: Woodrow Ave., Bedford
Disposition: Peace restored
A woman reported that her 17-year-old son pushed her and refused to leave following an argument. She declined medical attention. Police determined the juvenile became angry after being told he could not play basketball outside and had pushed his mother while trying to return to the house. Arrangements were made for him to stay at a friend’s home for the night, and officers provided transportation to keep the peace.
