Police records for Sept. 2, 2020

Moses Lake Police Department

August 28

Officers responded to Samaritan Hospital to assist Child Protective Services with the removal of a newborn from her parents after she tested positive for opioids.

Officers responded to Experience Power Sports for a report of an unknown suspect who punched out ignitions within the last few nights.

Officers responded to the 1800 block of South Turnagin Place for a report of a resident who fell for a scam in which the caller told the victim they were under investigation for fraud and drug trafficking, and that the only way to avoid criminal charges was to purchase thousands of dollars of gift cards and forward the numbers to the caller.

Officers responded to the area of South Division Street and East Jones Avenue for a report of a juvenile in the roadway nearly being struck by cars.

Officers responded to the area of South Cedar Street and West Broadway Avenue for a report of a juvenile suspect that was driving their parent’s vehicle without permission.

August 29

Officers responded to the 1500 block of South Monroe Street for a report of graffiti found on the sidewalk, dumpster and power box in the area.

Officers responded to the Department of Licensing for a report of a car prowled overnight in which clip-on sunglasses and Bluetooth speakers were stolen.

Officers responded to the Pelican Horn Apartments for a report of an elderly male making inappropriate comments to kids and reportedly showing them his genitals. The suspect, who was not located, was reportedly wearing a red mask and pink shorts with a white shirt.

Officers responded to the 500 block of South Astor Loop for a report of a subject driving a go-cart on a public roadway.

Officers responded to the 1400 block of West Marina Drive for a report of a home break-in in which around $400 worth of electronics were stolen.

Officers responded to the Masonic Lodge for a report of graffiti located on the side of the building.

August 30

Officers responded to the 1000 block of West Gem Avenue for a report of an unknown suspect that was driving through the area and struck a resident’s vehicle legally parked outside of their home, causing approximately $2,000 in damages.

Officers responded to the 7800 block of Rainier Road Northeast for a report of a in-progress domestic violence case where the suspect was threatening suicide by cop. When officers arrived, they were unable to locate the suspect.

Officers responded to the El Rancho Motel for a report of a poodle stolen from the location by suspects driving a white SUV-type vehicle.

Officers responded to Samaritan Hospital, where a patient had been taken by Othello Community Hospital paramedics after the patient became combative and tried to exit the ambulance. Samaritan Hospital declined to take the patient, who was transported back to Othello.