Police Beat 11/06/2019

University of Illinois Springfield Police Department reported responding to the following incidents for the period of Oct. 27th to Nov. 3rd

Animal Problem

10/29/2019 1:19 p.m. at University Dr/Edgar Lee Masters Dr

An officer was dispatched to the above location to check on a dog reported to be running around in traffic.

Threatening Phone Call

10/29/2019 1:23 p.m. at University Hall

An officer was dispatched to the above location to take a report of a threatening phone call left for an employee.

Aid Call Unclassified

10/30/2019 3:46 p.m. at Founders Residence Hall

An officer was dispatched to the above location to assist with an individual who was having thoughts of harming themselves. The individual was transported to the hospital by ambulance.

Smoke Investigation

11/1/2019 at Parking Lot B

While on patrol, an officer noticed a vehicle at the above location smoking. The officer requested that the fire department come to inspect the vehicle to make sure it was safe to be left alone. The fire department sprayed the vehicle down with water and the owner advised they are having a tow truck come pick it up.

Totals from Oct. 27 to Nov. 3:

Traffic Stops: 7

  • Citations: 0
  • Warnings: 7

Motorist Assists: 9

Burglary Alarm Responses: 1

Fire Alarm Responses: 3

Other Alarm Responses: 2

Parking Tickets: 12

Agency Assists: 

  • Agencies Assisted – Springfield Police Department,  Sangamon County, Lincoln Land Police Department

Lockouts: 5