Bedford Police Records
CADLOG 04
From 8/20/2020 through 8/27/2020

08/20/2020
08:27:48 Suspicious person
Turney Road
A caller states that there was just a male that broke out the window of an apartment and climbed in. This is a neighbor watching from her window. The caller is working from home and could not stay on the phone. Officers arrived and spoke to the male resident at the apartment. His cousin was the male that climbed in the window because they were locked out of the apartment. Everything checked OK. 

08/20/2020
13:05:06 Disturbance
Broadway Avenue (Dollar General)
The store manager states that a male was filling up hand carts full of items and leaving them around the store. The manager asked if he could help the male carry the baskets to the front. The customer got irate and began throwing items around the store. The manager told the male to leave and followed him outside to ensure that he did. The customer accused the manager of striking him in the face, but there is no evidence to support that claim. The male was advised of trespassing. 

08/20/2020
13:29:01 Assault
Turney Road (Sunoco)
A male wanted to pursue assault charges. He was given a statement to complete.

08/21/2020
10:36:44 Harassment
Broadway Avenue
The complainant stated that while walking in the Metroparks (Hawthorn Parkway) near the overpass, he was confronted by a male who was riding a bicycle. The complainant stated that the male, upon seeing him on the all-purpose path from the roadway, went onto the path and stopped in front of him almost trying to start a fight. The complainant stated that he usually wears his Pittsburgh Steelers attire when walking. The complainant stated that this is not the first time that the male has approached on the bike. The complainant does not know why the male confronts him. The complainant stated that he has cataracts, and that his vision is not what it was. He stated that he had an issue approximately two to three years ago while walking in Bedford with a similar male who had a pit bull. The male from this incident told the complainant that he and his dog had the right of way on the sidewalk. The complainant stated that he contacted the animal warden about the problem and was told that the male was wrong and the animal warden addressed the matter with the male. The complainant stated that the general build of the male matched that male from the incident. An officer advised the male that he would check the area on Aug. 22 at the time when he walks. The complainant was also advised to contact the Metroparks police about the incident. No statement was obtained due to the male’s eye issues.

08/21/2020
12:22:00 Theft
Rockside Road (Mazda of Bedford)
The complainant called to report the theft of catalytic convertor from a dump truck. The complainant advised that he will meet the officer in the showroom. An officer met with the complainant who stated that on Aug. 21 a worker started the dump truck and discovered the converter missing. The vehicle was parked in the dirt lot behind the dealership. In checking the security video, on July 27 at approximately 0159 hours, two men are observed going through vehicles in the dealership lot. The males entered the lot from the area where the dump truck was parked. The value of the theft is $800. 

08/21/2020
19:49:27 Assault
Broadway Avenue (Sirna’s Cafe)
A caller is reporting that she was punched in the back by another customer who also said something about her needing to watch her back. The caller is at home now. According to dispatch, the female said she would come in tomorrow when sober to make a report. No call back at this time.

08/22/2020
12:07:50 Harassing communication
Helper Drive
An officer spoke with the complainant in the lobby for a report of harassment. The complainant stated he had a contract agreement with a male to make repairs to a garage. The male allegedly contacted the complainant’s cousin and friend in an attempt to obtain the complainant’s address because of a money dispute. The complainant stated he felt harassed due to the male stating, “I’ll see you,” to him during a phone call. The complainant just wanted a report documented.

08/22/2020
19:02:41 Erratic driver squad call
Broadway Avenue
A driver was charged with operating a vehicle impaired (OVI) with a blood alcohol level of .08. The Chevy the driver was in had stopped in the middle of the street in front of the BP blocking traffic. A caller stated the male was originally driving the wrong way. The listed vehicle was towed. One person was in custody. 

08/23/2020
11:17:22 Vandalism
Northfield Road (Bedford Auto Electric & General Repair)
An owner of a business is on the scene advising that a vehicle got vandalized last night. A rock was thrown through the windshield.

08/24/2020
08:49:53 Family trouble
Garden Street
A caller is reporting that his wife is trying to take the kids from him. There is reportedly no violence. The couple is separated and she is there trying to take the two children. The children are in the custody of the mother at this time. The father was advised on how to go about getting custody rights. 

08/24/2020
12:11:49 tTheft from auto
Greencroft Road
The complainant called to report that sometime last night or this morning an unknown person went inside her unlocked vehicle and took several items. Items taken included a pair of sunglasses, $25 and a black CD case valued at $100. She believes it was juveniles from the neighborhood.

08/24/2020
14:06:19 Theft-free
Rockside Road (Woodside Village)
Officers called management as well as the complainant in regards to theft allegations. Management was aware of the female’s claims and stated the items she believes to be stolen were a George Foreman grill and a space heater. Both of these items are not allowed on the premises, so they do not believe these claims to be valid. Officers spoke to the health care social worker, and she stated that the female is somewhat of a hoarder, so she simply may have misplaced several items. At this time, officers do not believe these allegations to be founded and advised management to follow up if they find any information proving otherwise.

08/24/2020
15:00:11 Family trouble
Mapleton Avenue
Officers spoke to the complainant and her son about their issues. The mother believes the son is not responsible and does not help around the house. He was there with his 3-year-old daughter and was planning to leave and go to a friend’s house. The child’s mother arrived and took custody of the child and the male left without incident. The complainant was advised of the eviction process. 

08/24/2020
16:50:57 Fraud
Northfield Road
The caller is a travel agent working from home and advised that a male has been trying to book a trip using about 10 different credit cards with different addresses. The complainant stated the male attempted to book a flight for him and a friend. The complainant stated the cards kept being declined, so she advised she could not complete his request. The complainant did not suffer any monetary loss. The department called the number given for the male, and the male who answered stated he did not know about the issue and hung up mid-conversation. 

08/24/2020
20:02:58 Unauthorized use
Washington Street
The caller said her 15-year-old took the car out of the garage. She states her son is missing, and the keys are gone. This occurred about 15 to 20 minutes ago. The caller states he may have returned with the car, but the caller would like the officers to still respond. The male juvenile returned home prior to police arrival. An officer spoke with male. No further police action is needed. 

08/25/2020
01:58:13 Robbery
Northfield Road (Maple Heights – Dominos)
A report came in saying that a male took money at gunpoint. Bedford Heights police are responding. It is unknown if the male got into a car or not. There has been a five-minute lapse. There were no injuries reported. Two employees are in the store. The man had facial tattoos and went towards the rear of the building. The Bedford Heights police are on the scene and the interior is secure and clear.

8/25/2020
07:03:48 Family trouble
W. Glendale Street
The caller reports that he got into a verbal argument with his daughter. The female backed her vehicle into the house and gas meter while she was attempting to leave. Dominion Gas responded to check the meter and photos of the damage were taken. This is an ongoing situation between the two parties over a civil matter. The caller believes she struck the house in an effort to hit him with her car. An officer spoke to the female on the phone. She denies that the accident was intentional and provided her insurance information.

08/25/2020
07:28:11 Harassment
Broadway Avenue
The complainant called reporting she is being harassed and followed by her boyfriend. They are currently walking on Broadway Avenue. Upon arrival, an officer spoke with the male who said that they live in Oakwood Village and she left on foot after an argument. He followed, asking her to just come back home. She got upset with him and pepper sprayed him. Neither party wanted to pursue any charges. The male was uncooperative and refused treatment. The couple just wanted to go home together and let him take a shower to get the pepper spray off.

08/25/2020
09:28:58 Theft
Center Road
A female is reporting that someone stole a ladder off her back porch. The ladder had a value of $50. She has no suspects or other information at this time. The ladder was an 8-foot extension ladder.

08/25/2020
16:46:52 Theft
Dewhurst Avenue
A female reports person(s) unknown entered her unlocked vehicle and took approximately $2 in loose change. The female did not see who did it, and there are no cameras in the area. The female will contact the department if anything of value is missing.

08/25/2020
20:39:07 Squad – overdose
Deborah Lane
A third party caller is the male victim’s mother. She is advising that her sister and daughter broke into the house and found the male on the floor, and he’s probably overdosing. It is unknown if he is breathing. Officers arrived and are starting chest compressions. Two Narcan were used but he is not coming to. The squad arrived and advised it was a full arrest. The subject taken to Bedford Medical Center.

08/25/2020
22:00:08 Threats
Northfield Road
A female is in the caller’s house is threatening to knock her out because she doesn’t want to leave. The caller would only describe the female as a really big girl. Officers are speaking with the female. She is EWW with other departments for theft. Once the female was dropped off at CCSO Bedford Heights, she began complaining about medical issues due to her recent bypass. CCSO was advised of her recent surgery. CCSO requested the police to transport her to the hospital and stand by with her until being relieved. Due to manpower issues, they were advised the police could not do that, so other arrangements were made on their end.

08/26/2020
05:44:29 Stolen vehicle
Rockside Road
The caller states he was unloading his car at the back door of the business, and while he was inside the building, unknown persons entered the unlocked vehicle and left the parking lot heading west on Rockside. The vehicle is a grey Honda. Officers checked down to Turney Road on Rockside, but nothing was seen. 

08/26/2020
10:19:27 Family trouble
W. Glendale Street
Officers spoke with the complainant in the lobby who states he has been having issues with his daughter. The complainant at this time would like the female advised that she is no longer a beneficiary, and he no longer wants her on his property. Officers attempted to make contact with the daughter using a number she provided in a previous complaint. They made contact with the female’s mother who states that she will advise her daughter of the complainant. 

08/26/2020
17:52:38 Theft
Center Road
An officer spoke with a caller who stated her father has been having medical and memory issues recently. She stated that earlier today around 1400 hours, she was notified by her father’s neighbors that he had fallen and had significant blood loss on the floor. The caller said that she helped clean it up and that her father denied any medical attention from the fall. Furthermore, she added that her father kept about $100, cigarettes, and medicine in the top drawer of a dresser in the living room as you first walk in. When she went to check on him today, she noticed that all of those items were missing and his credit cards were scattered inside his wallet instead of in the pockets. She also mentioned that her father keeps his front door unlocked and did so last night. She is unsure if someone came in and pushed her father down and took his belongings. To her knowledge, there is nothing else taken in the house and no manipulation of any items. The caller was advised to refill the medicine prescriptions for her father and to lock the front door every night. The occupational therapist for the father was contacted. She stated that at approximately 1400-1530 hours., she was with the male. She added that when she arrived at the house, he answered the door and had blood coming from the side of his head and all over his T-shirt. There was also blood next to his television. The therapist asked him if he wanted to go to the hospital, or for 911 to be contacted, and he was extremely adamant that he did not want any medical professionals called. The male did not mention he had anything stolen. He told the therapist he does not know how he fell and believes he “blacked out.” The therapist had called the male’s daughter and notified her of his injuries. The daughter contacted the next door neighbors to sit with her father until she arrived. The therapist also notified a superior about the injuries.

08/26/2020
18:54:32 Theft
Broadway Avenue (AutoZone)
A complainant came into the lobby and said that earlier today, between 1500-1600 hours, she paid for items at AutoZone. The complainant then went to get her car washed and realized her wallet was missing. The complainant went back to AutoZone and was not able to find her wallet. The complainant believes she left it at the register. Loss prevention will review the cameras and contact the police department. 

08/27/2020
13:27:56 Harassing communication
Eldred Avenue
The complainant is being harassed by his step-father and another party. They are making threats on the complainant’s life through texts. Officers spoke with the complainant and the subject of the complaint. A long history of money issues has resulted in a fractured relationship. The complainant stated the other male has sent more than 30 handwritten letters, left 10 voicemails and countless text messages about this money issue. He has nothing to say to the male and would like all contact to stop. Officers spoke with the other male on the phone who was advised this is a civil issue if he wants to receive his money. He was advised not to have any contact with the complainant and he agreed to cease any communications. 

08/27/2020
17:40:12 Harassing
John Street
The caller states that his roommate is causing issues. An officer spoke with the complainant, who stated he allowed his nephew to move into his residence several weeks ago because he thought the nephew was not doing drugs anymore. He now believes the nephew has started to get high again. The nephew is becoming verbally abusive and is damaging property, including breaking a window in the house. The complainant was advised on the eviction process and how to obtain a protection order.

Bedford Police Records
CADLOG 40
From 8/20/2020 through 8/27/2020

08/20/2020
07:19:19 Disturbance
Northfield Road (Northfield Park Apartments)
The female caller went outside to a vehicle in the parking lot occupied by a male to confront him about his loud music. The male is in an older model tan sedan. The caller states the male was on the phone telling another person to “bring a gun.”  The caller states the male lives in the apartment above her. The female advised she took a firearm outside of the house with her when she confronted the male. She was advised to leave the gun inside of her apartment and leave it down when the officers come to speak to her. Officers spoke to both parties involved in the altercation. The male half was in the parking lot getting ready to leave for work. He admitted his music was loud, and that the female initially came out and asked him to turn it down. He stated he told her he was leaving shortly, and she returned with her boyfriend. The males exchanged words but nothing physical occurred. They were both advised to be more neighborly and sent on their way. 

08/20/2020
13:14:05 Unwanted guest
Broadway Avenue (Dollar General)
The manager just ran a male out of his store who was in the process of stealing a number of items. He is walking toward Burger King now. 

08/20/2020
13:35:13 Suspicion
Union Street
A female is reporting her ex-boyfriend broke into the home to get his stuff. He was in the process of moving out. The caller is at work and received a phone call from her 15-year-old daughter who is on the scene. An officer advised that the male was not currently there. It is uncertain how he entered since there was no force indicated. He was collecting containers of his clothes.

08/21/2020
14:22:50 Disturbance
W. Glendale Street
The caller’s son’s ex-girlfriend set some belongings on fire in front of the house. The items are no longer on fire and the female is no longer there. An officer responded and spoke with the complainant for a report of a disturbance. The complainant stated he and his ex-girlfriend broke up this morning, and she became very emotional. The complainant stated the female came to his home to return some clothes and she set them on fire on the sidewalk. The complainant does not want the female to return to his home. An officer attempted to contact the female to advise of trespassing, but there was no answer. A voicemail was left for her to call the department. 

08/22/2020
00:23:14 Noise complaint
Turney Road
Officers responded to the area for a report of a noise complaint. Officers located a group of people outside in front of their vehicles listening to music. Officers spoke with a male resident of the apartment complex that stated they were just about to leave due to the complaint. Officers identified the male who was EWW with Garfield Heights. While taking the male into custody, the male admitted to having a firearm in his waistband. The male did have an active CCW permit. The male was transported by an officer to meet with Garfield Heights police and the firearm was entered into property for safekeeping. The male was advised on how to retrieve his firearm from property. The rest of the individuals were advised of the complaint and sent on their way.

08/22/2020
10:47:08 Suspicion
Lee Road South
The complainant stated that on Aug. 20, at approximately 1930 hours, she was sitting inside her apartment when she heard the entrance door to her residence shut. When she looked up, she observed a male standing in her living room. When she yelled for him to get out, the male left the room and went back into the hallway. The complainant did not recognize the suspect and did not see where he went after he left the apartment. 

08/22/2020
20:06:33 Unwanted guest
Broadway Avenue (Walgreens)
A male in the store appears to be intoxicated or on drugs. He is walking around and bumping into things in the store. The male is walking around with his eyes closed, and he is dancing. Officers are out with the male who is EWW with Bedford, and the warrant was confirmed. Officers were en route to the station with the male. 

08/22/2020
20:16:26 Disturbance
Woodrow Avenue
A female states that her girlfriend is throwing all of her things outside. She says that they are both on the lease. They are separated right now, and the caller is outside. The girlfriend stated they haven’t been getting along, so she was going to remove the caller from the home. The girlfriend was advised of the eviction process. Neither party wanted to leave for the night, and each agreed to stay in separate rooms to keep the peace. 

08/23/2020
01:40:18 Disturbance
Willard Avenue
The caller states that his wife is intoxicated and arguing with him. She is threatening to damage his car, and she is pulling apart the electrical box. There are guns in the residence, and they both reside at this address. The male and female had an argument over marital issues. The male stated he has a new house and will be leaving soon. Both parties were advised to go to bed for the night and stay in separate rooms.

08/23/2020
01:59:11 Disturbance
Logan Street
A caller is reporting that a group of girls are knocking on the doors of the house trying to get the daughter to come out and fight. The girls are juveniles, and there are at least two vehicles in front of the house. There are two people at the back of the house and three at the front. This has been going on for the last 30 minutes. Officers are on the scene and advised no one is outside of the home. The female left prior to officers’ arrival. She will call back if they return. 

08/23/2020
16:57:21 Disturbance
Broadway Avenue
An intoxicated female is at the caller’s home trying to fight her. The female drove over and is threatening to hit people. Everything checks OK. All parties were sent on their way. Officers located all the individuals arguing outside the residence. After speaking with everyone, it was learned that there was no physical contact between anyone. The female was transported by male to keep the peace.

08/23/2020
20:31:31 Unwanted guest
Broadway Avenue
A male who is not at the location right now stated he knows there is an intoxicated female at his house and he wants her removed. The male was very irate with dispatch. The male is en route to his house at this time. The male could not advise on how he knows this unknown female is there. 

08/23/2020
21:03:43 Disturbance
Broadway Avenue
A male called the police and was very irate and kept yelling, “Come get this thundercat out of my house,” and “Y’all know where I am.” The female could be heard yelling in the background as well. He refused to answer any questions and hung up. Officers responded to the residence for a disturbance. The male on scene stated that his girlfriend was not leaving his residence. The female stated she lived at the residence and that she is missing her keys, and that the male had taken them. Officers were able to locate the keys outside the residence and return them to the owner. Both parties stated nothing physical occurred, and that they would attempt to keep the peace for the evening. No further police action was needed at that time. 

08/24/2020
03:01:21 Noise complaint
McKinley Avenue
The caller states that neighbors are having a party nearby and they are loud. The officers spoke with a male, and the music was loud upon arrival. The resident will turn the music down. 

08/24/2020
09:06:23 dispute
Lee Road South (Colony Club Apartments)
A male reports that he spent the night at a female friend’s apartment, and now he is unable to find the keys for his car. The male states that the female used his car keys without his permission to enter his vehicle and put his bag in there. He said then she hid his keys. An officer spoke to the female who admitted that she used the male’s keys to put his bag in his car and then misplaced them. After a search of the apartment, the keys were located in the back seat of the male’s vehicle. 

08/24/2020
12:13:17 Disturbance
Broadway Avenue
A maintenance supervisor is advising that he just received a call stating that there is a male and female couple fighting. He is not on the scene. He received a call from another tenant, and he is en route. The male stated his girlfriend was on her phone in the hallway and he was just trying to get her to quiet down. There was no argument between the two parties who appeared to be OK to officers. 

08/25/2020
15:15:05 Disturbance
Woodrow Avenue
A male is holding onto a female who is yelling to let her go. The male has the female pinned on the ground. The caller wouldn’t give any further information because she doesn’t want to be involved.  An officer advised that both parties live at the same residence. The female has left, and she will call us if she needs to go over to get her belongings. The male was allowed to go back inside the residence.

08/25/2020
15:20:33 Fight
Northfield Road
Three people are fighting outside of a red vehicle. No weapons are seen. Males and females are present. One of the involved persons just left in a white Ford on Taft Avenue. A request was sent out to Walton Hills police for mutual aid. The males who left secured a Ford pickup and left it parked on the property before leaving. Other people involved are still on scene. An additional caller is advising that a female was assaulted, but it was reportedly a verbal argument between a male and female. The male arrived while officers were on scene. The female left the area, and the male left in the pickup truck for which he had the keys.

08/25/2020
22:23:41 Disturbance
Solon Road (Wolfs Cove Apartment)
The caller and his girlfriend are having an argument. He says she’s hit him several times and won’t let him out of the bathroom to leave. He also refused to provide her name. Officers are speaking with the female who is EWW with Chagrin Falls. They are requesting that Bedford book her into the Bedford jail. The caller advised he came to the apartment to advise his ex-girlfriend to stop harassing him. He stated he just wanted the keys to his apartment. The keys were returned, and he left without further incident. She was transported back to Bedford jail. 

08/25/2020
22:25:01 Suspicion
Broadway Avenue (Data-Basics, Inc.)
A shadowy figure with a flashlight was reportedly walking around the building where the old post office used to be. This is a gardener next door raking. All checks OK. 

08/26/2020
17:18:55 Fraud
Dalepark Drive
The caller was contacted via telephone by a person identifying themself as a DEA agent working in Texas. The DEA agent told the caller that his vehicle was seized after it was used by others to smuggle drugs. The agent advised the caller that in order to clear him and his vehicle from any liability, he needed to send them $5,000 for some type of bond. When the caller told the agent he was unable to go to the bank, the agent said he could just send him Target gift cards instead. The caller went to several Giant Eagles and purchased $5000 worth of Target gift cards, and then provided the gift card numbers to the agent. An officer told the caller he was scammed and there is very little the police can do. He was advised his report would be on file and to go onto the Ohio Attorney General website to advise them of the incident. 

08/27/2020
19:53:40 Noise complaint
Best Street
The caller has asked the neighbor to turn the music down but he has not. Officers found there is a sound of some music coming from the residence, but it is not unreasonable and can barely be heard from the street. This was not a valid complaint.

Bedford Police Records
CADLOG 36
From 8/28/2020 through 9/01/2020

08/29/2020
03:48:55 Suspicion
Eldred Avenue
A female says her Ring camera picked up someone in a white pickup truck pull into her driveway. They pulled away but in an unknown direction. The female thinks that one person is driving, and another is out walking looking at residences in the area. Officers are at Center Road with the truck. There are two children in the vehicle with the male operator. Officers are transporting two juveniles to the police lobby to wait for their ride. They are transporting the male to meet the Parma police. Officers were able to locate the listed vehicle and conduct a traffic stop. The operator stated they were just driving in the area when their dog got loose and the juveniles chased after it. After investigation, it was determined the operator was scouting the area for a potential crime. The juveniles were turned over to their grandparents. 

08/30/2020
21:30:22 Suspicion
Helper Drive
The caller advised someone was tapping on her back windows, and the dog was barking. Officers checked the area and there was no one in the area. Officers checked the house for the female and nothing seemed tampered with or out of place. Officers will make extra passes throughout the night to keep an eye on the house. 

08/31/2020
23:28:43 Suspicion
Rockside Road
While on patrol, an officer observed one male walking through the car lot and another male riding his bicycle through the car lot of Mercedes of Bedford. The male walking stated he parked his vehicle at the entrance in an attempt to look at some vehicles that he was thinking about purchasing. The male on his bicycle stated that he normally cuts through the parking lot on his way home. Both males were advised of trespassing and sent on their way. The exterior of the business and vehicles check OK.

09/01/2020
01:42:25 Suspicion
Northfield Road
An officer is checking on an occupied car. The owner stated he got kicked out of the house and was sleeping in his car for the night.

09/01/2020
03:48:38 Suspicion
Terrace Drive
A female saw a male in her yard on her camera. He may be in the backyard. The caller believes someone may have been in her car. The vehicle will not beep when pushing the key fob. The caller is reviewing camera footage. 

09/01/2020
07:11:45 Suspicion
Wandle Avenue
A Ring camera shows someone trying to get into the caller’s backyard. The caller would like to speak to an officer and show the video footage. An officer responded and spoke with a female for a report of suspicion. The female stated her Ring camera captured a male attempting to open the gate on the east side of her fence at 0354 hours today. The gate was locked and the male was unable to gain entry into the backyard. On the video, the male was seen pulling on the gate handle and then running away. Swabs were obtained from the gate handle and were entered into property. The male was wearing the same clothing as another recently reported suspect.

09/01/2020
08:11:00 Suspicion
Lee Road South
Four males were trying to break into cars at Colony Club Apartments. They are headed toward Turney Road. The caller told them to leave, and one of the males said he had a gun. Maple Heights is being asked to send an officer to check their area as well. The suspects were running across Turney Road into Bedford Green Apartments. One suspect is in custody.

09/01/2020
08:22:48 Suspicion
Turney Road
Officers are checking on male in a car that is running. Weapons found in car; one person detained. Taking one male to jail. 

09/01/2020
20:35:30 Suspicion
Broadway Avenue
An officer is checking on a vehicle in the overflow lot with its lights on and the engine running. It checks OK. The vehicle was unlocked without keys and unoccupied. The vehicle was secured.

Bedford Police Records
CADLOG 42
From 8/28/2020 through 9/01/2020

08/28/2020
09:57:32 Hit-skip
Broadway Avenue
Officers were dispatched to the area of Broadway near Burger King for a hit-skip. The suspect continued north on Broadway, and officers were unable to locate it at the time of the call. The complainant had to return to work and advised that he would come to the station to follow up after work. Officers spoke to him on the phone and met him at his residence. The complainant, as well as officers, were unable to find any damage to his vehicle or a single point of contact. He alleged that the hit-skip driver attempted to pass him to the right when the alleged contact was made. Officers spoke to the suspect vehicle owner who stated her son was driving the vehicle. After conferring with the complainant, he elected not to pursue anything due to the lack of damage to his vehicle. Officers advised the female owner, as well as the driver, of hit-skip and also about passing to the right. There will be no further police action.

08/28/2020
12:43:39 Unauthorized use
Bartlett Road
The complainant and owner of the Ford stated her ex-boyfriend took the vehicle, and she wants it back. Officers spoke to the male, who agreed to bring the vehicle back in exchange for getting his property from the residence. He arrived in the Ford and loaded his property into another car while officers stood by to keep the peace. The male was advised of trespass and sent on his way. The complainant was also advised to call should he return. 

08/28/2020
14:48:28 Burglary
Woodrow Avenue
The victim reports that sometime today her home was broken into. Officers located a broken window on the back of the house and blood on the side door. It does not appear entry was made into the home. DNA swabs were taken of the blood stains and submitted into evidence. 

08/28/2020
16:06:02 Damage to property
Union Street
Caller reports that glass was broken out at the bus stop. The department will notify RTA.

08/28/2020
17:19:14 Stolen vehicle
Broadway Avenue
A caller is an employee, and they just realized when they viewed their cameras that someone stole a vehicle early in the morning on Aug. 26. It appears they had the key to the car. 

08/28/2020
21:12:18 Hit-skip
Broadway Avenue (Bedford Downtown Beverage)
Someone reportedly hit the ice machine in front of the business and drove off. A witness wrote down the plate. The caller says it was a white SUV.

08/29/2020
12:13:30 Lost property
Lee Road
Officers spoke to the female in the lobby in regards to a paycheck missing from her vehicle. She stated the check was in the glove compartment, and she is unable to locate it. She believes her vehicle was locked as she drove around yesterday to multiple client’s homes. There is no damage to her vehicle, and she is not missing anything else in the vehicle. Her company has stopped payment on that check and will be issuing her another check so no loss occurred. She just needed it documented per her company policy and she was provided the report number. 

08/29/2020
14:18:55 Erratic driver
Broadway Avenue
The caller advised that there is a Honda that is speeding and cut the caller off. The caller is following the vehicle. The caller advised that they are passing US Bank. Officers are at the 5 Points Intersection. The caller has his flashers on. The officer advised a traffic stop was made with the suspect vehicle in front of Citizens Bank. The officer advised the driver of the complaint and of a plate cover issue. 

08/29/2020
15:26:40 Disorderly
Broadway Avenue
The male caller took his vehicle to a dealer for a trade-in. The employee told the male he would give him $50 dollars for the car. The male was upset by this and returned to the business with a bicycle and told the employee to give him $50 for the bicycle. The employee told the male to leave and the male felt threatened by this. The male was advised to take his business elsewhere if he was not happy with the trade-in value they gave him. 

08/29/2020
15:47:26 Traffic complaint
Willard Avenue
The caller advised that there are people on motorcycles driving up and down the street and also on the sidewalks. An additional caller advised he hears multiple motorcycles on Willard as well. The bikers advised they just arrived home from a trip. The homeowner was advised of the complaint and will keep it down. 

08/29/2020
18:54:28 Fraud
Washington Court
A female was in the lobby and explained she was looking into buying a house and using the Trulia app. She found a house she liked but found the same house on Craigslist for cheaper. The female explained she contacted the “seller” on Craigslist through the provided email and was asked to provide a down payment of $1,400. The female agreed and sent over the money via Cash App to an account. When the person she was emailing asked her for her bank account information, she realized it was a scam. The female also sent over her driver license number. The female was advised to follow up with her bank and the BMV for a fraud alert on her license.

08/29/2020
19:40:49 Threats
High Street
The female complainant stated that she received a call from her live-in boyfriend at 0300 hours today. During the call, the male supposedly stated that he was going to beat her beyond recognition. The female originally stated she only wanted a restraining order. The female stated she did not want police at her residence at the time and so she waited to come after work. When asked about where the male was currently, the female stated she had not seen him in about a day and did not know where he was. When confronted with telling two different versions of events, the female stated that the male was at her residence when she arrived home from work at 6:30 p.m. The female stated that an argument did ensue due to her stating she was going to the police, but she never touched the male during it. The female stated the male slammed her car door and that is when she left for the police station. The female wishes to pursue charges against the male. She was advised that the entire situation, including a call with the male to get his  version of events, will be reviewed by the prosecutor for any appropriate charges. The female was advised as to how to obtain a protection order while charges are reviewed. 

08/29/2020
19:50:50 Domestic squad call
High Street
A male’s ex-girlfriend just punched him in the back of the head. He is on the ground and says he has blurred vision. The female left in a Ford sedan. Officers arrived on scene to find the male laying on the ground holding the back of his head. The male stated that he was hit in the back of his head by his girlfriend after a verbal argument. The male then stated it “could have been some sort of object.” Officers checked the male and he had no visible injuries in the area he stated he was struck. Officers also checked the immediate area where the male was lying and there were no “objects” that could be observed that were used to strike someone. The male was transported to the hospital by EMS, and the police left him a statement form to fill out as he wishes to pursue charges. The male states that he has “blurred” vision, so he will fill the form out when his vision returns. 

08/29/2020
22:40:48 Traffic complaint
Center Road & Willard Avenue
The caller is reporting a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. The caller advised this is a continuous issue. An officer travelled the length of Center, and all the vehicles were following the speed limit. 

08/30/2020
00:25:30 Traffic complaint
Carlyle Road & Center Road
The caller is reporting that cars are drag racing all around Bedford. He was unable to give any descriptions and states it has been going on for two hours. The caller was very upset. Officers will be on the lookout for vehicles “drag racing.” 

08/30/2020
02:27:53 Family trouble
McKinley Avenue
A male is in the lobby stating his sister is home and will not let him in the home, and he is hungry. The male was advised the police would not be able to assist him.

08/30/2020
14:34:33 Custody dispute
Union Street
Officers spoke to a male in the lobby about a custody dispute. He did not have the court paperwork with him at that time, but he did show officers a photo of the alleged agreement that stated the female half was supposed to bring his 6-year-old son to the agreed upon location, and she has not. He does not feel that his son’s safety is in danger, he just feels that she is doing this out of spite. He was provided the report number and advised to contact his attorney to file a violation in court. 

08/30/2020
16:26:38 MVA
Franklin Avenue
Vehicle 1 and Vehicle 2 were traveling south on Broadway Avenue near Franklin. Both parties had conflicting stories as to what happened in the accident. Vehicle 1 claimed he was waiting to turn left when Vehicle 2 struck him in the rear and then left the scene of the accident. Vehicle 2 claimed she was waiting for Vehicle 1 to turn left when he reversed his vehicle and struck her in the front bumper. She then pulled over with Vehicle 1 and they exchanged information, but she did not have an insurance card on her. Officers checked the area and were unable to find cameras to prove whose story was correct. There were also no witnesses identified by either party. Both parties had valid insurance and claimed no injury in the accident. Photos were taken, and the drivers were provided the report number for insurance purposes. They were advised that no fault would be determined by officers, and each of them needed to contact their insurance for damages.

08/30/2020
17:27:44 Custody dispute
Deborah Lane
The female states that her son passed away, and he had full custody of his child. The mother of the child is refusing to give the female the child. She was advised to contact the court. The custody agreement was filed, and she would have to file for custody. 

08/30/2020
18:41:29 Suspicion
Eldred Avenue
Officers spoke to the caller who stated sometime in the last week, person(s) unknown tried to gain entry to her house by using the back window. The female stated she noticed today that her lawn chair was set up by her back kitchen window, the screen was lifted and there was a handprint on the window on the outside. The female states the person(s) were unable to gain entry, that nothing was taken and there was no damage. Also, the female states that she has no problems with any neighbors and does not know who it could be. However, she states last year around the same time her daughter’s juvenile friends tried to gain entry to her room by climbing up the gutter. The female was advised if she sees or hears anything suspicious, to call the department. 

08/31/2020
01:35:37 Disorderly
Broadway Avenue (Circle K)
A disruptive male customer is being argumentative.  The argument is over gasoline. The male is inside the store and this is the second time he has done this. He called in to advise that he paid $20, and the employee did not give him his gas. There apparently was an issue with the gas pump, and the male was refunded his money and went on his way. 

08/31/2020
09:58:08 Harassment
Broadway Avenue
An officer spoke with the complainant in the lobby for a report of harassment. The complainant stated today at 0925 hours, as he was walking on Hawthorn Parkway, a male who is in his 70s and drives a pickup truck approached him and called him a “fag” because he was wearing Pittsburgh Steelers attire. The complainant stated he was concerned a fight was going to ensue over a football rivalry and wanted a report documented. The complainant made a similar report previously. 

08/31/2020
12:03:22 Disabled motor vehicle
Interstate 271 at Forbes Road
An unoccupied Jeep was located on the exit ramp. The owner states he is not with the car, and he has no money for gas. He was attempting to sell a bicycle to obtain money. The vehicle was in the curb lane, past the white line, and a hazard. The vehicle was towed.

08/31/2020
17:45:59 Threats
Avery Avenue
The caller stated her sister, who lives with her, threatened to slash her tires. The caller was advised to contact the department if further altercations arise.

09/01/2020
09:06:39 Damage to vehicle
Dalepark Drive
An officer responded and spoke with a female for a report of damage to her vehicle. The female stated as she was walking to her vehicle this morning, she observed her back windshield shattered. The windshield had a small hole from what could have been an airsoft pellet. No other vehicles in the area appeared to have similar damage. The female was advised of her warrant.

09/01/2020
10:47:34 Damage to vehicle
Dalepark Drive
Between Aug. 25 and Sept. 1, unknown person(s) scratched the complainant’s vehicle. The scratches were located on the front driver side quarter panel. The complainant believes the young children who live in the complex are responsible for the damage. This is an ongoing issue between the complainant and the children. The complainant advised the officer that he had recorded video of the incident. The complainant was told there will be no further investigation unless he is able to provide video evidence to the police department.