The following is a summary of incidents reported by local law enforcement
during the month of April 2025. A total of 93 incidents were recorded.
The Woodruff Police Department responded to 93 incidents during April 2025, reflecting a range of criminal and public safety matters.
Violent Crimes:
Aggravated Assault & Attempted Murder: 1 case of attempted murder and multiple aggravated and simple assault charges, including an assault and battery incident on Gray Street and Edwards Road.
Domestic Violence: 1 reported incident of first-degree domestic violence occurred on South Main Street.
Property Crimes:
Arson: reported at Theo Circle.
Theft & Shoplifting: Two shoplifting cases were reported at Cross Anchor Road and Highway 221. Additional larceny incidents included a stolen bicycle on West Hayne Street. Larceny on Connie Dr and fraud on East Hayne St.
Drug and Alcohol-Related Offenses:
Drug Violations: At least 4 incidents involved narcotics, with arrests made at various locations including Theo Circle, South Main Street, and Aurelia Court.
DUI and Driving Offenses: Numerous citations were issued for driving under suspension, lack of insurance, expired registration, and DUI first offenses.
Public Safety, Disorder:
Disorderly Conduct & Resisting Arrest: Cases involved disorderly behavior and resisting law enforcement, leaving the scene of an collision at Woodruff Street and hit and run with no injury on N. Main Street.
Vandalism: Property damage was reported on Harben Drive, Woody Court, and Woodruff Street.
Weapons & Threats:
Firearm Incidents:
Officers responded to two cases of pointing and presenting firearms at Old Magnolia Lane and Lanford Road.
Failure to Stop for Blue Lights:
A high-speed incident occurred near Edward Road and Mill Street.
Miscellaneous:
Extortion, Fraud, and Identity Theft: Several cases of fraud and identity theft were reported including confidence scams and use of false identification.
Trespassing:
Multiple trespass notices were issued throughout the city.
EMS Assists & Death Calls: Officers assisted in medical emergencies and responded to death calls.
The Woodruff Police Department continues efforts to maintain public safety and encourages residents to report suspicious activity.
This blotter reflects reported activity and may not include all incidents investigated. Charges are subject
to change following further investigation.
Author: Tracy Sanders
