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Antwerp Police Report

September 11

A domestic violence report was created at a residence in Frank Leinard Mobile Home Park. The officer responded and an adult male was arrested.

At 10:30 p.m., a resident reported that her ex-boyfriend left and stole her internet box. After investigation, it was determined he had taken the Mediacom box over a money dispute. He agreed to return the box if she returned $13. A report was sent to the prosecutor for review.

September 12

A resident reported a water main break on South Washington Street.

A resident reported camera footage of boys (14–15 years old) appearing to carry a handgun. An officer determined they had an air-soft gun and spoke with the parents.

September 13

Police assisted Antwerp EMS at the Marathon station.

A motor vehicle accident was reported on Water Plant Drive near South Erie Street.

September 14

A resident found a bucket with two dead chickens at the ball park.

September 15

Police gave notice to a residence on N. Main St. of a nuisance violation.

An officer gave notice to a residence on Daggett of a nuisance violation.

A vehicle was stopped on Harmann Road for traveling 38 mph in a 25 mph zone.

A resident called the police department about divorce paperwork and court documents and was given the court’s phone number.

September 17

An officer assisted Antwerp EMS with a resident on Daggett Street.

September 18

A resident brought her 11-year-old son to the police for instruction.

A call came in for a missing juvenile from Payne. Officers searched the village; he was later found outside the village within the county.

A resident reported $12,000 missing from her Huntington, IN, bank account, believed to be internet fraud.

September 19

An employee of a downtown business reported that their vehicle may have been struck while at work. The officer made a report.

A resident of Park Avenue Villas reported that her water had been shut off. The officer provided the water department’s number.

September 20

A welfare check was performed on North Main Street; the resident was okay.

A resident from Defiance reported that he may have dropped his wallet while driving through the village on his motorcycle.

September 21

An officer performed a golf cart inspection.

If you would like to report any suspicious activity or if you have any questions, please contact the Antwerp Police Department, 419-258-2627. They are always ready to serve the residents of the Village of Antwerp!