Aurora Police Reports: Welfare Checks, Traffic Violations and Mental Health Calls

TRAFFIC & DUI ENFORCEMENT Driver Suspended After Traffic Stop on South Chillicothe Road September 26 A traffic stop on South Chillicothe Road resulted in a suspended license citation. Officers stopped a red Ford Escape and issued a citation for driving under suspension. The vehicle was towed from the scene, and the driver was transported to Sheetz in Streetsboro. Traffic Stop Results in DUI Citation on West Garfield Road September 22 Officers conducted a traffic stop on West Garfield Road near Parkway B, resulting in a DUI-12 Point Suspension citation. The driver was operating a 2004 Honda from Streetsboro when stopped by police. Door-to-Door Salesman Receives Soliciting Warning September 27 A door-to-door salesman received a warning for soliciting on Samantha Drive. The individual was operating on Grandview and was given a verbal warning about city solicitation regulations. WELFARE CHECKS & MENTAL HEALTH Mother and Daughter Welfare Check on Crackel Road September 21 Police responded to a welfare check on Crackel Road involving an 89-year-old woman and her daughter. The mother reported being unable to contact her daughter since Wednesday. Officers arrived on scene and determined both individuals were safe. Mental Health Crisis Response on Shady Grove September 27 Officers responded to a mental health crisis on Shady Grove where a resident was experiencing a crisis. The individual was transported to the hospital for evaluation. The incident required coordination between multiple officers and emergency services. Welfare Check Reveals Threatening Text Messages September 25 A welfare check on North Chillicothe Road revealed a concerning situation involving threatening text messages. A resident reported receiving extremely lengthy threatening messages. Officers conducted a welfare check on the individual who sent the messages and determined the person was in the area of Pizza Hut. Welfare Check Conducted on Chatham Drive September 26 Police conducted a welfare check near Chatham Drive and Chillicothe after reports of an individual lying on the sidewalk. Officers located a male subject wearing a black hoodie and black sweater. The individual was checked and determined to be safe. PROPERTY CRIMES Identity Theft Reported on Chatham Drive September 22 A resident on Chatham Drive reported being victimized by identity theft after someone kept asking to purchase Apple cards. The incident involved a scam totaling $8,379.29. Police are investigating the fraud case. Theft Complaint Filed on Chelmsford Drive September 26 A resident on Chelmsford Drive reported a theft involving missing mail and collectible cards valued at $3,000. The postal carrier had signed for a package at the residence, but there was a discrepancy when the carrier was questioned. The resident discovered the package had been handed to someone who appeared to be in a dirty Camry with a dog. Motor Vehicle Theft Reported on North Aurora Road September 26 A 2025 Ford Maverick was reported missing from North Aurora Road. The vehicle owner reported the theft to police, who advised filing a report. Ford was contacted to locate the vehicle but was unable to establish a connection. The investigation revealed a possible mix-up with temporary tags. Criminal Trespass Incident on Moneta Avenue September 26 A trespass complaint was filed on Moneta Avenue after an individual was warned for trespassing on private property. The individual was on camera and had been previously warned about trespassing. CIVIL MATTERS & DISPUTES Civil Dispute on Moneta Avenue September 23 Officers responded to a civil matter on Moneta Avenue involving a rental property dispute. A tenant who recently passed away had relatives enter the property without permission. The situation involved arguments in the front yard between the landlord and relatives of the deceased tenant. DRUG ENFORCEMENT Drug Overdose Response on White Tail Drive September 26 Emergency services responded to a drug overdose on White Tail Drive. A 35-year-old male was found drooling and possibly under the influence of heroin. The individual was breathing but slumped over in a truck in the driveway. Medical personnel responded to the scene. ASSAULT & DOMESTIC INCIDENTS Child Assault Reported on School Bus September 25 A parent reported that their 6-year-old daughter was assaulted on a school bus. The child arrived home from the emergency room with a concussion. A police report was filed regarding the incident. TELECOMMUNICATIONS & SOCIAL MEDIA Social Media Harassment on Crystal Lane September 25 A resident on Crystal Lane reported that someone was posting negatively about them on a social media app. The individual contacted police about the anonymous posts. A statement was taken regarding the harassment. PUBLIC ASSISTANCE Suspicious Vehicle Report on Fairington Oval September 28 A resident on Fairington Oval reported two suspicious vehicles parked in the area between 1:30-2:30 a.m. The resident provided ri