The Chelsea Police Department issues a weekly summary of incidents reported in the city. The most recent report covers incidents from Aug. 24–28, including:
- A larceny complaint near N. Freer and Dexter-Chelsea Road after multiple items were reported missing from a gravesite. The case was turned over to the investigator’s office.
- A trespassing charge in the 1200 block of S. Main Street after a suspect, previously served a trespass notice, was found in violation. The retail fraud complaint that prompted the call was determined to be unfounded.
- A welfare check in the 100 block of Van Buren Street after neighbors reported banging and yelling. A 54-year-old Chelsea woman, suspected to be intoxicated and under the influence of prescription medications, assaulted an officer and was arrested. The case was submitted to the Washtenaw County Prosecutor’s Office for warrant authorization.
- A fraud complaint in the 60 block of Chestnut Court after a resident received a call from someone impersonating her home security company and provided payment information. No suspect information was available.
- A fraud complaint in the 400 block of Elm Street after a resident was told she had missed a jury summons and directed to withdraw cash and purchase cryptocurrency. No suspect information was available.
- A fraud complaint after a resident was contacted by someone claiming to be from the FDIC and later the FBI, and directed to withdraw cash and deliver it in a box to S. Main Street. The resident became suspicious and contacted police. The case remains open.
CPD Weekly Summary of Incidents: Week of Aug. 24
