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May 30, 10:52 a.m.

Officers responded to a call to pick up an iguana.

May 30, 4:04 p.m.

A caller reported that a white man came up behind one of his employees and said, “You never know when someone is going to grab you.” The man was wearing black shorts, white shirt, and a blue and black ball cap. He also had on black shoes and white socks.

May 31, 9:47 a.m.

Officers received a report that a bus load of solicitors wearing scrubs were going door to door and offering free in-home health services. The officers made contact with the subjects and advised them they needed a business license and solicitor permits. They said they had been told it was OK to solicit in this manner.

May 31, 6:07 p.m.

Someone called and complained that some people were having a bonfire, as well as grinding and revving cars and other machinery.

June 1, 4:57 a.m.

A man called and reported a group of teens was outside his door trying to get in.

June 1, 2:55 p.m.

Officers received a report from a woman who said her husband had tried to wreck the car they were in, but she was able to get out of the car and call the police. She told officers she wanted to go home but was concerned about her husband who could still be angry. She said he was trying to kill her and had tried to wreck the car more than once during their drive.

June 2, 11:45 a.m.

Someone called to report that a bighorn sheep was trapped on a porch and pacing while trying to leave. Upon arrival, the officers helped free the sheep.

June 2, 9:51 p.m.

Officers received a report from a store employee that two male juveniles had stolen alcohol. The manager wanted to press charges. The employee called back an hour later and said he saw the juveniles walk to a park. Officers were unable to locate them and were going to wait for camera footage to identify them.

June 3, 8:50 a.m.

A mother called to report that her daughter and her daughter’s best friend had possibly been assaulted the night before after they snuck out. Both girls are 16 years old and didn’t remember what happened. Officers met with the subjects and then came to the station to process evidence.

June 3, 9:25 p.m.

A woman called and said she could hear a man near the tunnel by the welcome center, yelling “help” and “hello, hello.” She said she also saw a flashlight.

June 4, 6:55 p.m.

Officers responded to reports of a combative 11-year-old girl who was caught by her parents selling or using drugs. The girl’s father had found an empty bottle of edibles in her backpack, and she admitted to using marijuana in the past. Both were assisted and counseled for numerous family issues.

June 5, 3:07 p.m.

A 7-year-old girl was reported missing after not showing up to Safekey. She was located approximately 30 minutes later and was picked up by her mother and grandmother.

June 5, 8:47 p.m.

Officers received a report that a short-haired man in a dark shirt and dark pants was walking up and down a brick wall and peaking into backyards. Upon arrival, officers found him with a flashlight.

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