Police log: cryptocurrency financial scam, traffic stop arrests

Monday, May 12 

Incident: Traffic Hazard 

A semi got caught on a stop sign on the corner of Wheaton Way and Royal Street W while trying to make a right hand turn. The stop sign was damaged as a result.

Tuesday, May 13

Incident: Drugs

Deputies stopped a vehicle after a registration check revealed that the vehicle was not insured. During the stop, it was discovered that the male driver had four active statewide warrants for his arrest. The male was taken into custody and his vehicle was state tax impounded. During an inventory of the vehicle, a user amount of marijuana was located, as well as drug paraphernalia. The arrested male was ultimately booked into the Summit County Jail for drug related charges and his outstanding warrants.

Wednesday, May 14

Incident: Warrant 

Deputies observed a vehicle that had a broken headlight traveling southbound on SR 224. Deputies conducted a traffic stop and during the stop noticed that the driver of the vehicle had a State-Wide Warrant out for their arrest. Deputies arrested and transported the driver to the Summit County Jail without incident. The vehicle was later picked up by a licensed driver.

Friday, May 16

Incident: Wildlife Crossing

A large herd of elk tried to cross SR 224 near Meadows Drive. 

Saturday, May 17

Incident: Scam

Deputies contacted a complainant regarding a report of a financial scam involving cryptocurrency. The complainant reports being defrauded of approximately $15,000 USD through a fraudulent investment scheme facilitated via cryptocurrency platforms.  This case will be referred to investigations for further follow-up.

Incident: Domestic Violence

Deputies responded to an assault incident at the given location. After an investigation it was determined that domestic violence assault had occurred. The suspect was arrested and booked into the Summit County Jail.

Incident: DUI

Deputies initiated a traffic stop at N Silver Springs Dr and Little Lake Dr. Deputies smelled a strong odor of alcoholic beverage coming from the vehicle and the driver. After an investigation, the driver was transported to the jail and then released on a citation for DUI. 

Sunday, May 18

Incident: Vandalism

Deputies responded to High Valley Transit Center for reports of a broken glass door. The victim was able to provide a screenshot of a possible suspect. Deputies later found and identified the vandal and he was taken in for questioning. 

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Incident: Drugs

Deputies initiated a traffic stop. During the records check, a deputy’s dog alerted on the vehicle. During a search of the occupants and vehicle, controlled substances and drug paraphernalia were discovered. Both subjects were arrested and booked into Summit County Jail.