07-06-2022 12:25 AM

• A deputy responded to a second hand report of a dispute at a Wakonda residence. Upon arrival, no dispute was in progress but the person at the residence was found to be wanted in Turner County. The wanted person was arrested and was transported to the jail.

07-05-2022 08:06 PM

• A deputy encountered a man with his vehicle parked in an unauthorized area at the Clay County Park boat landing. The man was asked to move his car to a designated parking area.

07-05-2022 07:41 PM

• Two inmates were transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Union County Jail. One other inmate was returned to the Clay County Jail to be processed for release.

07-05-2022 05:41 PM

• A deputy located a wanted person at a Vermillion residence. The person was escorted to the jail for booking.

07-05-2022 02:31 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to the Yankton County Jail and another inmate was transported back to Clay County from the Yankton County Jail.

07-05-2022 11:08 AM

• A vehicle was stopped and the driver was cited for speeding on Main Street in Irene.

07-04-2022 09:39 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of people shooting fireworks at the Clay County Park Campground and boat ramp. The offenders were gone upon arrival.

07-04-2022 08:54 PM

• A deputy responded to a rural residence where a woman had approached on foot looking for help. The woman wanted a ride to Nebraska. The deputy transported the woman to a Vermillion motel and arranged for payment for one night's stay there.

07-04-2022 02:14 PM

• A deputy investigated a death at a Wakonda residence. The death was determined to have been due to an accident.

07-03-2022 03:44 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of an unlicensed vehicle left parked on a rural road. The owner of the vehicle was contacted and he responded with a trailer to remove the vehicle. Another person who arrived was wanted in Iowa and was arrested.

07-03-2022 01:16 PM

• A vehicle was stopped for speeding in Irene and the driver was found to be an unlicensed driver. The driver was cited.

07-03-2022 11:15 AM

• An inmate was transported from a treatment facility in Canton to the Clay County Jail.

07-03-2022 12:09 AM

• A caller reported a suspicious man walking along the road south of Irene. A deputy responded and found the man who said he had been left in the country by friends and was walking to Irene. The deputy transported the man into Irene.

07-01-2022 09:26 PM

• A caller reported a vehicle parked near his rural residence with no one nearby. A deputy responded and found the vehicle which was not stolen and did not appear abandoned. Upon a follow up check of the vehicle later, the vehicle was gone.

07-01-2022 05:56 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Yankton County Jail.

07-01-2022 09:00 AM

• A patient was transported from the nursing home in Irene to the Human Services Center in Yankton for an involuntary mental health committal.

07-01-2022 07:46 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of a vehicle left on a minimum maintenance road. It appeared the vehicle had been deliberately abandoned there and had not been reported stolen. The registered owner had sold the vehicle to another person who had not transfered the title. The vehicle was towed and impounded.

06-30-2022 10:01 PM

• A deputy stopped a vehicle to inform the driver of her tail lights not functioning. It was determined that she did not have her lights on and was operating with day time headlights only. The problem was immediately resolved.

06-30-2022 06:18 PM

• Two inmates were transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Yankton County Jail.

06-30-2022 05:45 PM

• A caller reported that a tenant refused to move out of a residence after agreeing to move. A deputy informed the caller about the legal requirements for eviction.

06-30-2022 06:25 AM

• A wanted person was transported from the Roberts County Jail in Sisseton to the Clay County Jail.

06-30-2022 06:13 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of an injury accident on Highway 19 north of Vermillion. The driver was transported to the hospital by ambulance and was cited for careless driving. The matter is under investigation and other charges are under consideration.

06-29-2022 07:58 PM

• A deputy responded along with EMS and a Highway Patrol Trooper to a two car crash with injuries at the intersection of Greenfield Road and 302nd St.

06-29-2022 06:31 PM

• A deputy encountered an injury crash that had just occurred west of Wakonda where a motorcycle failed to yield to an oncoming car. The motorcycle operator was injured and was transported from the scene by ambulance. Charges are pending.

06-29-2022 06:12 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to be processed for release from custody.

06-29-2022 11:58 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of a vehicle stopped along Highway 50 with the occupants waving down traffic. The deputy changed a flat tire on the vehicle. It was then discovered that the driver had a warrant in Lincoln County. The vehicle and occupants were escorted to the jail and bond was posted there.

06-29-2022 09:20 AM

• A deputy received a report from a rural resident who had learned that someone had opened a checking account in her name in another state. The matter was reported to the bank's fraud division to get the account closed.

06-28-2022 03:00 PM

• A wanted person was transported from the Minnehaha County Jail to the Clay County Jail.

06-28-2022 01:29 PM

• Three inmates were transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-28-2022 09:39 AM

• A deputy investigated a report of new copper wire and wheels stolen from materials staged in a farm field for the installation of an irrigator unit.

06-28-2022 07:02 AM

• One inmate was transported to be held in the Union County Jail and two different inmates were transported from there to the Clay County Jail to attend court hearings.

06-27-2022 12:27 PM

• A deputy responded along with fire units to a report of a controlled burn that had gotten out of control north of Meckling.

06-26-2022 03:07 PM

• A deputy and a Highway Patrol Trooper responded to a report of a crash on 300th St near Wakonda. The caller did not stop and did not know if there were injuries. Upon arrival to the area, the responding officers did not find a vehicle in the area. A search of the area surrounding the reported location did not locate any vehicle involved in a crash.

06-26-2022 08:16 AM

• A deputy investigated a report of vandalism to signs and structures at the Clay County Park boat landing.

06-25-2022 10:22 PM

• A vehicle was stopped in Irene and the driver was informed of a non-functioning headlight.

06-25-2022 07:24 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a woman in Meckling requesting a ride to Vermillion after determining that she was on a "bad date" and wanted to go home. The woman was escorted to her residence.

06-25-2022 04:42 PM

• A deputy responded along with fire units to a report of a vehicle fire on Highway 50 west of Vermillion.

06-25-2022 03:09 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to be processed for release from custody.

06-25-2022 11:52 AM

• A person being held in the jail for protective custody was transported to the hospital in Vermillion for a psychological evaluation. After the evaluation, no hold was placed and the man was released from custody.

06-25-2022 09:49 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of a disabled semi on Highway 46 west of Irene. Mechanical assistance was requested and traffic control was provided until the deputy was relieved by a Yankton County deputy.

06-25-2022 09:00 AM

• Two inmates were transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to be processed for release from custody.

06-25-2022 12:39 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of a speeding vehicle at the Clay County Park. The vehicle was gone upon arrival to the area.

06-24-2022 12:26 PM

• A 911 call was received from a Wakonda residence and the caller hung up on dispatch. This caller frequently calls 911 and hangs up and then refuses to speak to responding deputies. A deputy responded but did not find any emergency at the residence.

06-23-2022 11:04 PM

• A deputy investigated a report from a person who said someone friended him on social media, convinced him to send inappropriate pictures, and then attempted to extort money from him to prevent the pictures from being shared with others. The transaction failed so no money was lost. The person was advised to block the other person and not send any money as this is a common scam method.

06-23-2022 10:49 PM

• A patient was transported from the hospital in Vermillion to a Sioux Falls hospital for an involuntary mental health committal.

06-23-2022 03:16 PM

• A deputy responded along with fire units to a grass fire in a ditch along Highway 50 west of Vermillion.

06-23-2022 01:27 PM

• A wanted person was transported from the Yankton County Jail to the Clay County Jail.

06-23-2022 12:37 PM

• A deputy responded to the nursing home in Irene after a report was received of an altercation between patients with brain injuries and then one of the patients and staff. The issue was determined not to be a criminal matter. The deputy mediated the dispute and offered advice to the nursing home staff in how to resolve these issues.

06-23-2022 10:08 AM

• A deputy investigated a report of child abuse at a Wakonda residence.

06-23-2022 08:27 AM

• An inmate was transported from the jail to a dental appointment.

06-23-2022 06:51 AM

• Two inmates were transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to attend court hearings. After court, they were returned to the Union County Jail.

06-22-2022 11:42 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a woman out of gas in Wakonda and asking for money. The woman and car were gone upon arrival.

06-22-2022 06:48 PM

• Deputies mediated a family dispute at a Wakonda residence.

06-22-2022 06:25 PM

• A deputy responded to a 911 call from a Meckling residence. No emergency was found and it was determined that a child had been playing with a phone. The deputy instructed the child regarding the proper uses of 911.

06-22-2022 10:02 AM

• An inmate was transported from the jail to a medical appointment. The man was then transported to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-21-2022 06:40 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed on a residential street in Irene. The caller gave a description of the car and a deputy later located the car and driver with the car parked at a nearby residence. No violation was observed but the driver was warned about the driving behavior.

06-21-2022 05:48 PM

• A caller reported a man laying on his property near Highway 50 east of Vermillion. A deputy responded and found a man who said he was schizophrenic, walking to Rosebud, and was injured from a fall. The man had committed no crime and was transported to the hospital by ambulance. No other action was taken.

06-21-2022 11:21 AM

• A deputy responded to assist a family at a rural business where a child was acting out in a behavioral episode. The situation was calmed down and no further action was taken.

06-21-2022 08:45 AM

• Deputies investigated a report of a vehicle stolen in Yankton County being located in Clay County. Assistance was provided to the Yankton County Sheriff and the vehicle was recovered. The person in possession was arrested for a Minnehaha County warrant. A suspect in the Yankton County theft was identified.

06-21-2022 12:49 AM

• After a Clay County inmate was transported by ambulance from the Union County Jail to the hospital ER in Vermillion with chest pains, a deputy met her there and took custody during the evaluation. After the evaluation, the inmate was transported back to the Union County Jail.

06-20-2022 10:46 PM

• A deputy investigated a car/deer crash on Highway 46.

06-20-2022 09:19 PM

• A deputy investigated a report from an Irene resident who found a small trailer missing sometime in March and thought it had been borrowed but the victim now believes it has been stolen.

06-20-2022 05:56 PM

• A deputy responded to assist a Vermillion police officer at the scene of a domestic dispute and concern about the mental health of one person involved.

06-20-2022 10:39 AM

• A deputy checked on a vehicle stopped along a rural road and found the driver out hunting wild asparagus. The woman reported being involved earlier in an altercation with her daughter in Turner County but did not want the matter pursued. No action was taken but a Turner County deputy was informed of the matter.

06-19-2022 04:24 PM

• A deputy received a report of a theft of a vehicle by the reporting party's sister. The pickup had been recovered undamaged. Due to the familial relationship, no charges were filed.

06-19-2022 12:18 AM

• Deputies assisted Vermillion police officers with a response to a report of an armed man experiencing a mental health episode. The man was eventually disarmed and taken into custody.

06-18-2022 09:56 PM

• A caller reported an erratic driver on Highway 46. A deputy was in the area and responded but the vehicle was not located.

06-18-2022 07:30 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a vehicle losing gas from its tank at a Vermillion auto repair business. The business owner was notified.

06-18-2022 01:28 AM

• A deputy responded to a one car crash south of Irene where the driver left the scene and is suspected of stealing a car at a nearby residence in Yankton County. The matter is under investigation.

06-17-2022 11:19 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a 911 call from a Wakonda residence where a woman routinely calls 911 and hangs up. There was no emergency at the residence and no further action was taken.

06-17-2022 10:55 PM

• A deputy responded along with a key holder to a report of an alarm at a rural business. The matter was determined to have been a false alarm.

06-17-2022 10:17 PM

• A deputy investigated a report of an assault that occurred between friends in a car on Highway 50. Alcohol was involved.

06-17-2022 08:48 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a person at a Vermillion residence who had fallen and needed assistance getting up.

06-17-2022 05:50 PM

• A deputy mediated a dispute over a car at a rural residence near Wakonda.

06-17-2022 11:30 AM

• A deputy responded along with EMS to a medical emergency at a rural residence where a person had fallen and was injured.

06-16-2022 06:56 PM

• An inmate was transported to the Yankton County Jail to board a transport shuttle to the Women's Penitentiary in Pierre to begin her prison sentence.

06-16-2022 05:27 PM

• A deputy responded to a rural residence to locate a resident there to assist with an investigation being conducted by the Vermillion Police Department.

06-16-2022 12:54 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to be processed for release from custody.

06-16-2022 08:47 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Brookings County Jail to the Clay County Jail to attend a court appearance.

06-15-2022 11:27 PM

• A deputy received a report from a Wakonda resident of poorly cared for, malnourished dogs at a neighbor's residence. A deputy located the dogs and spoke to the owner. The dogs appeared to be healthy but the owner was informed of the concerns that had been raised.

06-15-2022 12:34 PM

• Two inmates were transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-15-2022 07:46 AM

• A deputy investigated a non-injury, one vehicle crash after witnessing a vehicle crash into the front doors of a Vermillion business.

06-14-2022 07:41 PM

• A deputy responded along with EMS to a medical emergency at a rural residence.

06-14-2022 12:29 PM

• After a court hearing ordering placement, a juvenile was transported to be held at the Juvenile Detention Center in Sioux Falls.

06-14-2022 07:39 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to attend a court appearance. The inmate was then returned to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-13-2022 10:08 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to be housed in the Brookings County Jail.

06-12-2022 10:39 AM

• A deputy investigated a report of a person stalking and harassing another person. Information was provided about acquiring a protection order.

06-12-2022 01:13 AM

• A deputy responded to a request for assistance by a Turner County deputy who was taking a wanted person into custody during a traffic stop near Irene. The man eventually calmed down and was arrested and was transported by the Turner County deputy to the Clay County Jail.

06-11-2022 08:47 PM

• A deputy investigated a report of an accident causing a minor injury to a child who was playing at a rural residence.

06-11-2022 04:44 PM

• A request for a welfare check was made regarding an Irene resident after his mother reported concerns about him. The man was located at his residence but he refused to open the door to talk to deputies.

06-11-2022 02:11 AM

• A caller reported witnessing a hit and run on a rural road where a driver struck a mailbox and left the scene. The driver was located and cited for leaving the scene after a property damage accident.

06-10-2022 08:36 PM

• A caller reported a vehicle speeding and swerving on Highway 50. A deputy located the vehicle and observed it but did not observe any traffic violations and no enforcement action was taken.

06-10-2022 06:40 PM

• A complaint was received of a dog running loose in the Clay County Park Campground. A deputy responded but did not locate the dog or its owner.

06-10-2022 06:00 PM

• A caller reported a woman sitting alongside the highway on Highway 46. A deputy located the woman and found that she was walking to Sioux Falls. The deputy transported her to Beresford where she intended to charge her phone and wait for a ride from friends in Sioux Falls.

06-10-2022 01:26 PM

• An inmate was transported to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-09-2022 10:15 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a car/deer crash on Highway 19 north of Vermillion.

06-09-2022 08:27 PM

• A 911 call was received from a Wakonda resident who said the call was an accident. A deputy responded to verify that there was no emergency. The caller refused to discuss the issue with the deputy but no problem was found and a family member verified that no emergency existed.

06-09-2022 05:32 PM

• A deputy investigated a report of a malnourished dog at an Irene residence. The dog was underweight but it was determined that the owner was aware of the issue and is actively working to bring the dog to better health.

06-09-2022 05:30 PM

• An inmate was transported from a treatment facility in Yankton to the Clay County Jail.

06-09-2022 03:35 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Yankton County Jail to the Clay County Jail.

06-09-2022 03:03 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to be held at the Union County Jail.

06-09-2022 10:16 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to attend court.

06-09-2022 09:44 AM

• An inmate was returned to be held at the Union County Jail after his Clay County court appearance.

06-09-2022 07:34 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to the Union County Jail. A different inmate was transported from the Union County Jail to the Clay County Jail to attend court.

06-09-2022 06:47 AM

• A deputy responded to a report of a man behaving in a suspicious manner near the County Highway Shop west of Vermillion. The man was transported to the hospital for care after it was determined that he may be under the influence of drugs or having a medical emergency. The man was later arrested for a Meade County warrant and was booked into the jail.

06-08-2022 08:31 PM

• A deputy responded to a report of a woman walking along highway 50 east of Vermillion and the caller was concerned that the woman was almost in the road. The deputy did not find any pedestrians in the area.

06-08-2022 01:48 PM

• A deputy responded along with a Highway Patrol Trooper to an injury accident involving a side by side UTV on a rural road.

06-08-2022 07:31 AM

• An inmate was transported from the jail to an inpatient treatment facility in Yankton.

06-07-2022 04:10 PM

• A deputy investigated a car/deer crash on Highway 50 just west of Vermillion.

06-07-2022 03:12 PM

• A deputy responded along with fire units to a structure fire at a rural residence.

06-07-2022 02:58 PM

• A deputy assisted with a death investigation at a Vermillion residence. The death was determined to have been due to natural causes.

06-07-2022 01:01 PM

• A wanted person was transported from the Charles Mix County Jail to the Clay County Jail.

06-07-2022 12:31 PM

• An inmate was transported from the Clay County Jail to be held in the Union County Jail.

06-07-2022 08:40 AM

• A deputy investigated a report of a broken window at a Wakonda residence. It was determined that the window was most likely broken accidentally by a rock thrown from a lawn mower as it passed over a gravel driveway.

06-07-2022 06:36 AM

• An inmate was transported from the Thurston County Jail in Pender, Nebraska to the Clay County Jail.