Traffic citations &
Ordinance violations
11-28-20 – Stephanie A. Kash – Operating an uninsured motor vehicle.
11-23-20 – Mackenzi J. Chizmar – Driving 15-20 mph above limit.
Incidents & Accidents
Stark County
11-27-20 – A deer-related accident occurred on Route 78 near 950N. The driver involved was Troy D. Calhoun, 56, of Toulon. There were no injuries reported but the vehicle did sustain estimated damages over $1,500.
11-25-20 – Joseph L. Barks, 34, Bradford, was arrested for criminal trespass to real property, and was cited for allowing a dog to run at large. He posted $150 cash bond and was released with a court date to appear.
11-27-20 – A possible theft incident involving the Toulon mini-storage was reported to authorities. The incident remains under investigation through the Toulon Police Department.
Galva Report
11-23-20 – Officer dispatched to Sentry Estates for a criminal damage to property complaint.
11-23-20 – Officer dispatched to the 300 block of SE 6th Ave. for a dog bite. A citizen was bitten by her own dog.
11-24-20 – Officer met with a citizen at the police department in reference to a scam report.
11-24-20 – Officer dispatched to the area of Veterans’ Park for a report of young children playing near the railroad tracks. Officer checked the area and was not able to locate any children.
11-24-20 – Officer dispatched to the Exchange Street railroad crossing after a train stopped and several semis needed help getting turned around.
11-25-20 – As the result of a traffic stop in the 500 block of South Center Ave., Donyell Chatman, 25, Plano, was arrested for driving while license suspended. He was released with a required court date.
11-27-20 – Officer was notified of a vehicle repossession occurring in the 300 block of Front Street. The vehicle was collected without incident.
11-27-20 – Officer dispatched to a residence on SE 2nd Street for an intoxicated and unresponsive male subject. The officer accompanied the ambulance crew to the hospital.
11-27-20 – Officer dispatched to a residence on SE 2nd Street for an out-of-control adult subject.
11-28-20 – Officer dispatched to the 300 block of SE 7th Ave. for a dog bite incident and a neighbor dispute. A dog had gotten loose and reportedly bit a neighbor’s dog.
11-28-20 – Officer dispatched to the 800 block of East Division Street for a water leak. The water department was contacted to handle.
11-28-20 – Officer dispatched to the 400 block of NW 1st Street for a loud party complaint. Officer determined that an elderly resident had a few family members over to visit.
11-28-20 – Officer dispatched to a residence on NW 3rd Ave. for a suicidal subject. The subject was transported by ambulance for treatment/evaluation.
11-29-20 – Officer dispatched to the 1000 block of NW 7th Ave. for a verbal dispute. As the result, Robert Robinson, 41, Wataga, was arrested on a Henry County warrant for failure to appear on the charge of violation of an order of protection. He was taken to the Galva Police Department for processing and was able to post bond. He was released with a required court date.
11-29-20 – Officer dispatched to the 400 block of North Center Ave. for a loose dog complaint. The owner was able to retrieve the dog.
11-29-20 – As the result of an investigation, Galva officers, along with assistance from the Henry County Sheriff’s Office, went to a residence in the 1000 block of NW 7th Ave. to attempt to locate a wanted subject. After a foot pursuit, Rebecca Muckey, 32, Galva, was arrested for resisting or obstructing a police officer, as well as a warrant from Knox County for possession of methamphetamine with intent to deliver and possession of methamphetamine. She also had a warrant from Warren County for failure to appear on the charge of leaving the scene of an accident. She was taken to the hospital and then transferred to the Knox County Jail.
Property Transfers
11-23-20 – Danielle N. and Ian M. Foffel to Christopher Schwigen – Henderson & Whitaker’s Add’n – Block 7, Lots 5 & 6, 210 E. Clinton Street, Toulon, IL. Consideration = $84,500.00.
11-23-20 – Renae L. Baker to Christopher M. Baker – Pt 25-14-7 NW – 147 E. Main Street, Bradford, IL. Consideration = $0.00.
11-24-20 – Bernene K. Dahl, Billie R. Fryer, and Bebe J. Groter to Mary B. and Robert B. Groter – Block 1 Lots 1, 2, & 3 – 404 S. Seventh Street, Wyoming, IL. Consideration = $40,000.00.