The Chesterfield Missouri Police Department had a busy week with varied incidents, as per their recent social media update. Between last Sunday, September 7, and this past Saturday, September 13, the department handled over a thousand calls for service, issued 109 citations, gave out 96 warnings, and made 17 arrests. A notable incident involved officers responding to a retail theft at a local Target where three individuals – two adults and a minor – were caught concealing merchandise. While the post took a lighter tone, noting "Another victory for the forces of law and odor" with over $300 of stolen items recovered, including multiple packs of Febreeze, the matter of theft remains a serious concern for retailers and communities.
As reported by Chesterfield Police Department's Facebook page, another incident that kept the police occupied involved a driver who, after swerving dangerously on the interstate, was pulled over. The officers detected an alcohol odor, which the driver hadn't masked with Febreeze, quipping in their report. Despite her admission of having one cocktail, officers arrested her following a failed sobriety test and a breath test result above the legal limit, wrapping up the account with, "The best citrus puns are all one-limers."
In a lighter moment detailed by the department, Chesterfield officers and recruits shared coffee with community members during a 'Lattes with Law Enforcement' event. "The Officers enjoyed taking a break from the daily grind and having great conversations with so many different people," the department shared.
