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10/01/2026

News Release October 1, 2026

August 16, 2026 – September 20, 2026
Total Complaints: 141
Assists to Other Agencies: 20
Domestic Violence Complaints: 1
Assault Complaints: 4
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 8
Criminal Sexual Conduct Complaints: 1
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 2
Liquor Violation Complaints: 1
Civil Complaints: 11
Fraud Complaints: 1
Larceny Complaints: 1
Juvenile Complaints: 1
Suspicious Situations: 8
Disturbances: 7
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 1
Alarms: 14
Animal Control Complaints: 3
Miscellaneous Complaints: 30
Motorist Assists: 2
Traffic Crashes: 6
Arrests: 19
Warnings: 58
Citations: 22
Business/Property Checks: 268

On August 26th, Officers were dispatched to a local hotel for a disturbance/threats complaint. An investigation led to the arrest of a 37-year-old Grayling man for a Probation Violation. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 29th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Motor Vehicle Code Violation. The driver, a 38-year-old Grayling man, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance and Operating an Unregistered Vehicle.

On August 30th, Officers were dispatched to a Domestic Assault. An investigation led to the arrest of a 49-year-old Charlevoix woman for Domestic Assault and a Probation Violation. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 30th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle operated by a revoked driver. The 51-year-old Grayling man was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Revoked and Open Intoxicants in a Motor Vehicle.

On September 8th, Officers made contact with a 45-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding warrant for his arrest from the Grayling Police Department, stemming from an ongoing investigation. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail on charges of Larceny in a Building. During the arrest, Officers also had contact with a 52-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was also lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On September 9th, a 35-year-old Roscommon man was arrested on an outstanding warrant for his arrest from the Grayling Police Department. He was lodged on charges of Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing Police Officer and Disturbing the Peace.

On September 10th, Officers made contact with a 20-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding warrant for his arrest from the Grayling Police Department, stemming from an ongoing investigation. He was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail on charges of Animal Cruelty. Additionally, he had an unrelated warrant for his arrest that he was served with as well.

On September 10th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for Motor Vehicle Code Violations. The driver, a 64-year-old Roscommon man, was arrested on an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On September 13th, Officers made contact with a 38-year-old Grayling man with four outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

09/03/2026

News Release September 3, 2026

July 26, 2026 – August 15, 2026
Total Complaints: 77
Assists to Other Agencies: 15
Abuse/Neglect Complaints: 1
Assault Complaints: 2
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 2
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 3
Forgery Complaints: 1
Fraud Complaints: 1
Larceny Complaints: 3
Civil Complaints: 4
Juvenile Complaints: 2
Suspicious Situations: 3
Disturbances: 7
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 4
Alarms: 6
Animal Control Complaints: 1
Miscellaneous Complaints: 5
Motorist Assists: 3
Traffic Crashes: 5
Arrests: 9
Warnings: 29
Citations: 12
Business/Property Checks: 138

On July 26th, Officers observed a fight during the AuSable River Festival. An investigation led to the arrest of a 24-year-old Grayling man for Drunk & Disorderly. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On July 31st, Officers were dispatched to a threats complaint. An investigation led to the arrest of a 37-year-old Grayling man for a Probation Violation. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On July 31st, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Motor Vehicle Code Violation. The driver, a 61-year-old Grayling woman, was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance. The passenger, a 37-year-old Grayling man, was arrested for an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 4th, Officers were dispatched to the Grayling City Park for a female creating a disturbance. The 41-year-old Grayling woman was subsequently arrested for an outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 9th, Officers were dispatched to a report of a disorderly male subject. An investigation led to the arrest of a 24-year-old Grayling man for Drunk & Disorderly. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 10th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to a motorcycle crash in Grayling Township. The operator sustained serious injuries and was air lifted from the scene.

On August 11th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for Motor Vehicle Code Violations. An investigation led to the arrest of the driver, a 58-year-old Deshler, Ohio man, for Operating While Intoxicated. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On August 14th, Officers were dispatched to a report of an assault and Malicious Destruction of Property. An investigation led to the arrest of a 29-year-old Grayling man for Assault & Battery and MDOP. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

08/06/2026

News Release August 6, 2026

June 25, 2026 – July 25, 2026
Total Complaints: 126
Assists to Other Agencies: 21
Domestic Violence Complaints: 1
Assault Complaints: 2
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 5
Embezzlement Complaints: 1
Civil Complaints: 5
Juvenile Complaints: 1
Suspicious Situations: 8
Disturbances: 15
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 7
Alarms: 6
Animal Control Complaints: 4
Miscellaneous Complaints: 28
Motorist Assists: 3
Traffic Crashes: 11
Arrests: 8
Warnings: 77
Citations: 32
Business/Property Checks: 209

On June 25th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to a fatal rollover crash in Grayling Township.

On June 28th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to a rollover crash in Grayling Township.

On June 30th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding. The driver, a 36-year-old Saginaw man, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Operator’s License, Never Applied.

On June 30th, Officers made contact with a 42-year-old Frederic woman with multiple outstanding warrants for her arrest. She was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On July 3rd, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a motorcycle for careless driving. The operator, a 46-year-old Grayling man, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Revoked.

On July 4th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to a fully engulfed trash container fire at a local business. The fire was a result of fireworks.

On July 14th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to an electrical fire at a local hotel.

On July 16th, Officers and the Grayling Fire Department responded to a rollover crash in Grayling Township.

On July 23rd, Officers made contact with a 40-year-old Grayling woman with and outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On July 25th, Officers were dispatched to a report of an intoxicated subject attempting to take a vehicle not belonging to him. The 42-year-old Imlay City man was subsequently arrested for Drunk & Disorderly and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

07/02/2026

News Release July 2, 2026

May 24, 2026 – June 24, 2026
Total Complaints: 131
Assists to Other Agencies: 12
Abuse/Neglect Complaints: 1
Domestic Violence Complaints: 1
Assault Complaints: 1
Criminal Sexual Conduct Complaints: 1
Violation of Public Health Code (Narcotic) Complaints: 3
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 1
Breaking & Entering Complaints: 1
Forgery Complaints: 1
Larceny Complaints: 2
Civil Complaints: 7
Juvenile Complaints: 2
Suspicious Situations: 15
Disturbances: 9
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 7
Alarms: 13
Miscellaneous Complaints: 26
Motorist Assists: 2
Traffic Crashes: 9
Arrests: 17
Warnings: 54
Citations: 16
Business/Property Checks: 246

On May 30th, Officers, along with the Grayling Fire Department, responded to a commercial boiler room fire at a local hotel. The hotel was evacuated and the fire was contained to the boiler room.

On June 1st, Officers, along with the Grayling Fire Department, responded to a vehicle fire in the parking lot of a local business.

On June 2nd, Officers responded to a suspicious situation at local medical facility. A 28-year-old Grayling man was subsequently arrested for an outstanding warrant for his arrest and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 4th, Officers were dispatched to a Hit & Run Crash. Following an investigation, Officers identified the suspect as a 27-year-old Grayling man. He was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Failing to Stop and Identify.

On June 6th, Officers were dispatched to a verbal dispute at a local business. A 39-year-old Grayling man was subsequently arrested on an outstanding warrant for his arrest and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 7th, Officers made contact with a 36-year-old Grayling man with two outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail on his warrants.

On June 8th, Officers were dispatched to a Domestic Assault at a local residence. Following an investigation, a 27-year-old Grayling man was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail for Domestic Assault.

On June 8th, Officers responded with the Grayling Fire Department to a large wildland fire in Grayling Township.

On June 11th, Officers were requested to assist the Michigan Department of Corrections when they located a 47-year-old Grayling woman. She was arrested for a Probation Violation and an outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 13th, Officers observed a vehicle driving recklessly and nearly crashing. A traffic stop was initiated on the vehicle. The driver, a 24-year-old Ga***rd man, was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated, No Insurance, and Reckless Driving. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 16th, Officers were dispatched to a witnessed narcotic transaction. An investigation led to the arrest of a 68-year-old Grayling woman for Controlled Substance – Delivery/Manufacture (Co***ne, He**in or Another Narcotic) Less Than 50 Grams. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 18th, Officers were dispatched to a Hit & Run Crash. The suspect, a 78-year-old Caledonia, Michigan man, was located and issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Failing to Stop and Identify.

On June 20th, Officers made contact with a 37-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On June 22nd, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for disobeying a stop sign and a defective equipment violation. The driver, a 28-year-old Grayling man, was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance.

06/04/2026

News Release June 4, 2026

May 5, 2026 – May 23, 2026
Total Complaints: 79
Assists to Other Agencies: 7
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 1
Abuse/Neglect Complaints: 1
Criminal Sexual Conduct Complaints: 1
Weapon Violation Complaints: 1
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 1
Civil Complaints: 6
Juvenile Complaints: 7
Suspicious Situations: 5
Disturbances: 11
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 2
Alarms: 3
Miscellaneous Complaints: 17
Motorist Assists: 2
Traffic Crashes: 4
Arrests: 10
Warnings: 45
Citations: 25
Business/Property Checks: 150

On May 5th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Motor Vehicle Code Violation. The driver, a 46-year-old Roscommon man, was subsequently arrested for Operating While Intoxicated, Possession of a Fi***rm While Intoxicated, and No Insurance. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On May 8th, Officers were dispatched to a disturbance at a local apartment complex. A 40-year-old Grayling man was arrested for a Bond Conditional Release Violation and Assaulting/Resisting/Obstructing Officer. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On May 8th, Officers were dispatched to a report of a disorderly subject at a local apartment complex. A 45-year-old Mio man was subsequently arrested for Drunk & Disorderly and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On May 23rd, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding. The driver, a 36-year-old Grand Rapids man, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance.

05/14/2026

News Release May 14, 2026

April 12, 2026 – May 4, 2026
Total Complaints: 104
Assists to Other Agencies: 11
Domestic Violence Complaints: 1
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 1
Violation of Public Health Code (Narcotic) Complaints: 2
Breaking & Entering Complaints: 2
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 1
Larceny Complaints: 7
Liquor Violation Complaints: 1
Civil Complaints: 6
Juvenile Complaints: 2
Suspicious Situations: 5
Disturbances: 9
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 6
Alarms: 11
Animal Control Complaints: 3
Miscellaneous Complaints: 19
Motorist Assists: 3
Traffic Crashes: 2
Arrests: 12
Warnings: 28
Citations: 16
Business/Property Checks: 155

On April 13th, Officers were dispatched to a disturbance at a local apartment complex. An investigation led to the arrest of a 39-year-old Grayling man for Drunk & Disorderly and possession of a controlled substance. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On April 20th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle being driven by a revoked driver. The 58-year-old Grayling man was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Revoked.

On April 20th, Officers, along with the Grayling Fire Department, responded to a wildland fire in Grayling Township.

On April 22nd, Officers were dispatched to a local retail store for a Retail Fraud in progress. An investigation led to an 85-year-old Grawn man being issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Retail Fraud – Third Degree and Trespassing.

On April 25th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle following a BOL for the vehicle. The driver, a 32-year-old Petoskey man, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Revoked.

On April 25th, Officers were involved in a high-speed pursuit of a stolen vehicle that entered the City of Grayling from Otsego County. The vehicle crashed in the City, only causing damage to the suspect’s vehicle and road signs, and was able to continue fleeing. The pursuit ended safely and the suspect was taken into custody.

On April 25th, Officers, along with the Grayling Fire Department, responded to a residential structure fire in Grayling Township.

On April 28th, Officers were dispatched to a local medical center for an intoxicated male subject that was threatening staff and being disorderly. The 60-year-old Roscommon man was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail for Drunk & Disorderly.

On April 30th, Officers were dispatched to a suspicious situation at a local apartment complex that resulted in a larceny investigation. A 29-year-old Grayling man was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail on charges of Receiving and Concealing Stolen Property.

On May 3rd, Officers were dispatched to a local service station for a report of intoxicated subjects causing issues with customers. An investigation led to the arrest of a 36-year-old Grayling man for Operating While Intoxicated, Open Intoxicants in a motor vehicle, and Driving While License Revoked. A 38-year-old Grayling man, the passenger from the vehicle, was arrested on a full extradition warrant out of Georgia. He was also arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

04/23/2026

News Release April 23, 2026

March 25, 2026 – April 11, 2026
Total Complaints: 69
Assists to Other Agencies: 11
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 3
Breaking & Entering Complaints: 2
Malicious Destruction of Property Complaints: 1
Civil Complaints: 2
Juvenile Complaints: 1
Suspicious Situations: 7
Disturbances: 3
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 2
Alarms: 2
Animal Control Complaints: 1
Miscellaneous Complaints: 20
Motorist Assists: 1
Traffic Crashes: 1
Arrests: 12
Warnings: 31
Citations: 13
Business/Property Checks: 86

On March 25th, a 61-year-old Grayling man was charged with Fi***rms – Reckless Use after discharging a weapon in a local apartment complex.

On March 25th, a 27-year-old Grayling man was charged with False Report after reporting a fictitious vehicle vs. pedestrian injury crash.

On April 1st, Officers were requested to assist the Michigan Department of Corrections when they had contact with a 47-year-old Fredric man with multiple outstanding warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On April 2nd, Officers were requested to assist the Michigan Department of Corrections with locating a 46-year-old Grayling woman. An investigation led to her arrest for a Probation Violation. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On April 7th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for multiple Motor Vehicle Code Violations. The driver, a 37-year-old Grayling man, was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance.

On April 9th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for Motor Vehicle Code Violations. The driver, a 37-year-old Fife Lake man, was arrested for an outstanding warrant for his arrest from another jurisdiction.

On April 11th, Officers had contact with a 27-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On April 11th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for having an expired plate. The driver, a 46-year-old Roscommon man, was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for No Insurance.

04/02/2026

News Release April 2, 2026

March 1, 2026 – March 24, 2026
Total Complaints: 104
Assists to Other Agencies: 7
Domestic Violence Complaints: 1
Assault Complaints: 1
Stalking/Intimidation/Threats Complaints: 2
Weapons Violation Complaints: 1
Breaking & Entering Complaints: 1
Larceny Complaints: 2
Civil Complaints: 3
City Ordinance Violation Complaints: 2
Juvenile Complaints: 1
Suspicious Situations: 6
Disturbances: 5
Fire Investigations/Fire Department Assists: 3
Alarms: 8
Animal Control Complaints: 1
Miscellaneous Complaints: 22
Motorist Assists: 5
Traffic Crashes: 12
Arrests: 21
Warnings: 25
Citations: 18
Business/Property Checks: 177

On March 1st, Officers made contact with a 40-year-old Grayling woman with two outstanding warrants for her arrest. She was arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On March 2nd, Officers were dispatched to a report of Retail Fraud at a local retail store. An investigation led to a 44-year-old Grayling woman being issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Retail Fraud – Third Degree.

On March 2nd, Officers were dispatched to check the welfare of a female subject in the parking lot of a local business. The 54-year-old Denver, Colorado woman was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail for Disorderly Person – Drunk and Open Intoxicants in Motor Vehicle.

On March 2nd, Officers were dispatched to a Hit & Run Crash. An investigation led to the identification of the suspect, a 58-year-old Grayling man. He was issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Fail to Stop, Identify, or Report Property Damage Crash.

On March 8th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Motor Vehicle Code Violation. The driver, a 44-year-old Grayling woman, was subsequently issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Revoked and No Insurance.

On March 10th, a 21-year-old Flint woman was lodged in the Genesee County Jail on two outstanding Felony warrants from the Grayling Police Department. She was transported and lodged at the Crawford County Jail on charges of Retail Fraud – First Degree and Conspiracy to Commit Retail Fraud – First Degree.

On March 11th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for erratic driving. The driver, a 38-year-old Roscommon man, was subsequently arrested for Operating While Intoxicated. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On March 13th, Officers were dispatched to a suspicious situation at a local service station. An investigation led to the arrest of a 41-year-old Grayling woman for an outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On March 13th, Officers made contact with a 29-year-old Grayling man with an outstanding Felony warrant for his arrest. He was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On March 14th, Officers initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a Motor Vehicle Code Violation. The driver, a 43-year-old Grayling man, was subsequently arrested and lodged at the Crawford County Jail on two outstanding warrants for his arrest.

On March 18th, Officers were dispatched to a traffic crash. An investigation led to a 41-year-old Grayling woman being issued a Misdemeanor Appearance Certificate for Driving While License Suspended.

On March 20th, Officers were dispatched to a report of a disorderly subject in the roadway in front of a local apartment complex. An investigation led to the arrest of a 43-year-old Grayling man for Disorderly Person – Drunk and Open Intoxicants. He was lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

On March 21st, Officers, along with the Grayling Fire Department, were dispatched to a rollover crash in Grayling Township.

On March 22nd, Officers were dispatched to a Domestic Assault at a local residence. An investigation led to the arrest of a 27-year-old Grayling man for Domestic Assault and a Probation Violation. A 38-year-old Grayling woman was arrested for Domestic Assault. They were both lodged at the Crawford County Jail.

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