EL DORADO SPRINGS POLICE REPORT

In the case of all arrests, it must be remembered that the charge is merely an accusation and all defendants are presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.

NOTE: Anyone having information concerning any alleged crimes are encouraged to contact the police department at 876-TIPS (8477)

Law enforcement activities

The El Dorado Springs Police Department responded to 101 requests for assistance this past week, Sept.14-20. The requests were as follows:

Ambulance 12, Animal Control 8, Assist Other Agencies 13, All Escorts 0, Nuisance 1, All Other Requests for Assistance 67, Summons 5.

Animal Control

Anyone interested in adopting  animals from the City Pound should contact Officer Mendelsohn at 876-2313.

Found Property is available for viewing, Monday through Saturday, by appointment only. A detailed description of the property you’re wishing to view must be specified when making the appointment. Found Property is subject to disposal after 90 days based on value of the property if unclaimed by owner.

Police Report

On September 14, 2020 officers responded to 1100 South Main concerning tampering with utilities.  A report taken and the investigation continues.

On September 14, 2020, officers responded to 1303 Greenridge concerning a burglary. The investigation revealed force entry was made through a window and the theft of a green Ryobi power washer, blue Kobalt air compressor, red 28 foot fiberglass ladder, a red Milwaukee nail gun and other assorted tools. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On September 15, 2020, officers arrested Donna L. Pitts, 54, of El Dorado Springs, for Cedar County Warrants charging her with Failure to Appear on the original charges of Failed to Register a Motor Vehicle and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia with a total of $350.00 cash bond.  She was transferred to the Cedar County Jail.

On September 15, 2020, officers arrested Matthew W. Morrow, 39, of Stockton, for a Probation Violation Warrant, on the original charge of Endangering the Welfare of a Child 1st degree with no bond. He was transferred to the Cedar County Jail.

On September 15, 2020, officers responded to 311 East U.S. 54 Highway, C&H Motel, apartment 3, concerning a subject with arrest warrants. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Krista S. Jarvis, 32, El Dorado Springs, Cedar County Warrant charging her with Failure to Appear on Possession of Weapon with no bond, and Failure to Appear on Dangerous Drugs with no bond, a Vernon County Warrant for Failure to Appear on a Non Moving Traffic Violation with a $728.00 cash bond and El Dorado Springs Municipal Court Warrant for Failure to Appear on Dog at Large with a $427.50 bond. She was later transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and court appearance.  Also arrested was Jesse M. Hill 38, of El Dorado Springs for the probable cause of Possession of a Possession of Controlled Substance and Unlawful use of Weapons. Officers completed a probable cause statement for these charges. Officers received a Cedar County Warrant charging Hill with Possession of a Controlled Substance and Unlawful Use of a Weapon, with a $2,500.00 bond.  Hill was released on bond pending a court appearance.

On September 16, 2020, officers responded to 406 South Allison concerning a structure fire. The investigation revealed a vacant residence with no utility services had burned. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On September 17, 2020, officers responded to 511 South Main Street, Apt 3, for a reported disturbance. The investigation resulted in the arrest of Jacob J. Patalsky, 39, of El Dorado Springs, for the probable cause of Domestic Assault 4th Degree and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Officers completed a probable cause statement for these charges. Officers received a Cedar County Warrant charging him with Possession of a Control Substance with a $25,000.00 bond. He was transferred to the Cedar County Jail pending bond and a court appearance.

On September 18, 2020 officers responded to a reported larceny from a motor vehicle at 1401 South Park. The investigation revealed the theft of a Straight Talk, pink and gray Samsung Galaxy Prime cell phone. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On September 19, 2020, officers responded to 709 East Joe Davis concerning a reported larceny and property damage. The investigation revealed damage to a door hasp, the theft of a padlock and gasoline. A report taken and the investigation continues.

On September 20, 2020, officers responded to 204 North Grand concerning a larceny from a motor vehicle. The investigation revealed the theft a Pioneer AVH120BT stereo, two Kenwood speakers, a drill, batteries and drill bits. A report taken and the investigation continues.

The department received a total of 101 requests for service.

Anyone with information concerning an investigation is encouraged to call the El Dorado Springs Police Department at 417-876-TIPS.