Moorcroft Police Report

On March 5, police were called to Moorcroft High School to meet with the principal and a student who had brandished a knife toward another student. Officer made contact with the principal, suspect, victim and witnesses and took statements. Officer placed suspect under arrest and transported them to the YES house in Gillette without incident.

On March 6, police were called by Moorcroft K8 in reference to a student in possession of tobacco. Officer met with student, parents and school counselor regarding the situation.

On March 6, officer accompanied Crook County Sheriff’s Office while they took the K-9 through the Moorcroft High School.

On March 8, police were notified of a suspicious vehicle in the area of Riley Ave. Officer made contact with the driver of the vehicle, who stated they were in the area observing a crew working for Black Hills Energy. Driver was able to provide ID cards confirming his story. Nothing further.

On March 9, police were notified of a hit and run in the area of Tongue River Ave. A vehicle struck a chain link fence in the front yard of a residence. Officer took photos of damage and tire tracks.

On March 9, police conducted 85 Portable Breath Tests for Moorcroft Prom at the request of the high school.

Stats: Four traffic warnings, nine crosswalks/school zone patrols, two VIN check, two assist to other agencies, one juvenile issues, four finger printings, one house watch, one suspicious activity, one assault, one hit and run, one public service, 12 business checks, one background check, 85 portable breath tests (prom)

Citations issued: Payton D. Watt, Upton, WY, Speeding 26/20 – School Zone; Jamini F. Patel, Newcastle, WY, Speeding 26/20 – School Zone; Taylor S. Lazzaretti, Gillette, WY, Speeding – School Zone; Richard L. Leonard, Moorcroft, DUI; Nash R. Wood, Albion, IN, Speeding 44/30; Matthew C. Schultz, Moorcroft, No Registration; Taylor R. Ferguson, Gillette, WY, Speeding 44/30

March 11-17

On March 11, police assisted Moorcroft Fire Department with a lift assist at a residence in town.

On March 12, police unlocked a vehicle for a teacher who had locked their keys in their car.

On March 15, police assisted Fire and EMS volunteers during a water line break at the Fire Hall.

On March 16, officer assisted Crook County Sheriff’s Deputy on a suspicious person call.

Stats: 11 traffic warnings, four crosswalks/school zone patrols, one VIN check, three assist to other agencies, one background check, one vehicle unlock. eight business checks

Citations issued: Jason E. Campbell, Rozet, WY, Speeding 26/20 – School Zone; Joseph P. Ward, Eldridge, LA, Speeding 29/20 – School Zone; Kyle T. Nozicka, Moorcroft, Speeding 28/20 – School Zone; Brian D. Conklin, Newcastle, WY, Speeding 44/30; Alyssa M. Dilts, Union, OH, Speeding 45/30; Marcello A. Moreno, Deadwood, SD, Driving Under Suspension; Carol C. Kramer, Gillette, WY, Speeding 50/30; Charles E. Reynolds, Moorcroft, Parking On Active Snow Route; Aleasha Villeme, Moorcroft, Parking On Active Snow Route; Grace L. Moore, Moorcroft, Parking On Active Snow Route; Linda L. Mcguire, Middleville, MI, Speeding 44/30; Sheila A. O’Reilly, Jupiter, FL, Speeding 44/30