OGDEN PD REPORT — February 23–March 1, 2026
OGDEN, Iowa—The Ogden Police Department has released their summary of calls for the period noted. Further information is available by clicking on the link below.
Officers did handle a scam report but reported that training of personnel at a local bank assisted in preventing the scam of succeeding.
https://ogdeniowa.org/news/police_report_2232026312026/6114
Drug & Substance Offenses
- Feb. 27, 12:17 PM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Officer responded to a report of drug paraphernalia found at the location. No suspects listed.
Other Criminal Offenses
- Feb. 27, 2:17 PM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Report of criminal mischief after a vehicle drove through a backyard and damaged the grass. Tire tracks led to a nearby apartment complex. The landlord was notified.
Public Safety Threats
- Feb. 27, 3:38 PM — 400 block NE 2nd St.: Resident reported a scam call claiming they had a federal warrant for failing to appear for jury duty. Caller demanded $15,000 to avoid arrest and sent fake “Department of Justice” documents. A local bank recognized the scam and advised the resident to stop communication and void the check.
Other Criminal or Civil Matters
- Feb. 24, 2:09 PM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Report of harassment.
- Feb. 27, 10:18 AM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Officer responded to an ongoing civil dispute and addressed a related harassment issue.
Public Safety & Welfare Checks
- Feb. 23, 9:43 AM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Officer returned a call regarding an ongoing civil issue.
- Feb. 24, 4:42 PM — 200 block SW 7th St.: Report of an injured opossum.
- Feb. 25, 4:07 AM — 200 block SW 6th St.: Welfare check conducted; subject was fine.
- Feb. 26, 1:00 PM — 400 block SE 2nd St.: Welfare check conducted; subject was fine.
- Feb. 27, 1:06 PM — 300 block W Mulberry: Officer assisted a resident with questions about obtaining help for a family member.
Nature of Incidents Reported
Ogden officers handled several civil disputes, harassment complaints, and welfare checks throughout the week. One case involved drug paraphernalia, and another involved criminal mischief. A significant scam attempt was reported, with quick action by a local bank preventing financial loss. No arrests were recorded during this reporting period.
AN ARREST WITHOUT DISPOSITION IS NOT AN INDICATION OF GUILT.
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