Portsmouth Police officers investigated two potential kidnappings on Thursday. But things were not what they seemed. Officers were also on the trail of lawn equipment thieves and tackled yet another feud involving a camper. They even came to the aid of someone passed out in the produce aisle. Some really intense stuff went down, too. Right now, we’re in the process of getting more information to bring you those stories.
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Asleep at the Wheel
Thursday
Police were called to Thomas Avenue just before 2 am for a report of a suspicious vehicle in a parking lot. They found someone sleeping inside and advised them to go somewhere else.
Move It Or Else
Thursday
At 3:56 am, police answered a loud music call on Summit Street. While they were there, they noticed a vehicle that’s been parked in the street for some time. The officer issued a 72-hour parking violation complaint.
Can’t We All Just Get Along?
Thursday
Just after 4 am, PPD was called to Kendall Avenue for a complaint of two women fighting in an apartment.
Turns out one of the women was on a list barring her from PMHA. Police took a report.
Child In Danger?
Thursday
- At 9:50 am, a caller told police what a little boy was being abused at a Washington Street Apartment.
- She said the father was beating the boy and screaming at him.
- When the police spoke to the child, he said he was okay. Police saw no physical signs of abuse.
Where’s My Stuff?
Thursday
- Just after 10 am, a Kinney’s Lane resident called to report a garage break-in. The locks were taken off the building. Missing were a Kobalt cordless drills, Stihl chainsaw, Stihl weedeater straight and curved shaft, a table saw, and hand tools. Officers took a report.
- At 5 pm, a Jackson Avenue resident reported that someone broke into his shed and stole a lawnmower.
- Just 15 minutes later, police were called to a Poplar Street home for a report of a burglary in progress.
- At 6 pm, officers were called to a Kendall Avenue apartment . A man said that a friend he allowed to stay with him stole his Xbox and PS4 games.
Homeless on Wheels: Part 3
Thursday
You may recall the white box truck that someone set up housekeeping in last week in the BP parking lot. After it was towed it was dropped off at Hurley’s Garage.
Not only is the vehicle blocking the view of the intersection, the residents have moved back in. The garage asked that it be moved. Police say the placement is just fine. They took no action.
Suspicious Minds
Thursday
At 1:27 pm, PPD officers were called to 5th Street for a report of homeless people inside a bank-owned property. They found a man with an active warrant inside.
Seriously, What’s The Thing With Campers?
Thursday
We’ve got yet another altercation over a camper. This time it happened at 2 pm on Logan Street.
The argument was verbal. Neither party wanted to file charges.
Scammers On The Hunt
Thursday
At 2:10 pm, a Hudson House resident called officers to let them know he’s being targeted by scam phone calls.
He wisely did not disclose any information to the crooks. Police suggested he block the number.
Kidnapped – or Not
Thursday
- At 2:43 pm, police were called to the Scioto Trail. A man said a woman texted him claiming she was being held against her will by a man. He claimed she told them the man had threatened her or anyone or tried to help her. Additionally, he said meth was being manufactured at the home.
- Officers talked to the woman outside and away from the people in the house. She said she never texted anyone for help, though she did ask someone for a ride. Police observed signs of meth-making.
- The man called back at 4:40 pm, very upset with the officers. He wanted them to go back and check on her even though officers told him that she said she was fine.
Get Off My Lawn
Thursday
Police were called to Spartan Stadium just before 4 pm. Two guys on a 4-wheeler had messed up the grass.
The service department followed the guys. The guys made threats to the workers.
Passed Out In The Produce Section
Thursday
- At 4:30 pm, police were called to Kroger on Gay Street for a report of a woman passed out in the produce section.
- It turns out she has high blood sugar.
- Her other half was on the way with insulin to save a trip to the ER.
Bad Day For A Deer
Thursday
Officers were called to Greenlawn Cemetery just before 6 pm for a report of a deer stuck on the fence.
Unfortunately, the animal had to be put down.
Again, Not a Kidnapping
Thursday
- At 7:30 pm, police were called to the Scioto Trail at the request of the Highland County Sheriff’s Office.
- Officers were asked to check for the then-missing Madison Bell. Someone reported seeing her and the man law enforcement had ID’d as being a person of interest in her disappearance.
- The residents at the home said no one like that had been there. They believe someone is harassing them.
ODs and Drugs
Thursday
At 9:37 pm, police were called to Robinson Avenue for a report of man overdosed in a car.
When officers arrived, he said he was fine and refused medical assistance.
Get Out!
Thursday
At 10:48 pm, police were called to Wayne Avenue. A woman said her ex-boyfriend was trashing her apartment. IT turned out he had a warrant. Officers took him to jail.