Woodruff City Permits and Police Reports for June 2025

The Woodruff Police Department reported a total of 98 incidents during June 2025, covering a wide range of activity from traffic stops to drug arrests.

Key highlights from the month include:

• Drug-Related Arrests: Officers responded to nine drug or narcotics violations, including charges for marijuana possession and methamphetamine trafficking.
  
• Theft & Property Crimes:
  
  • 14 larceny cases were reported, including thefts from homes and vehicles.
    
  • 2 burglaries occurred, both involving breaking and entering.
    
  • 2 shoplifting incidents were recorded on Main Street.
    
• Domestic & Assault Cases:
  
  • 2 simple assaults and 3 domestic violence cases were investigated.
    
  • Several additional domestic disturbances required police intervention.
    
• Traffic and DUI Enforcement:
  
  • 3 DUI arrests and numerous traffic violations were reported, including driving under suspension, uninsured vehicles, and expired tags.
    
  • Officers issued multiple citations for open container and reckless driving.
    
• Other Incidents:
  
  • 3 trespass notices were issued.
    
  • 1 missing vulnerable adult was reported and investigated.
    
  • 2 natural or obvious deaths were documented.
    

The department also logged 33 traffic-related stops and violations throughout the city, reinforcing ongoing safety and compliance efforts.

The Woodruff Building Department issued 90 permits in June 2025, reflecting continued growth and development in the area.

The majority of permits were for residential construction, including new home builds along Haddon Trail, Pierett Circle, Wolverine Lane, and Farmwell Drive, signaling steady housing expansion in local neighborhoods. Several residential plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits were also granted.

Commercial activity was notable as well, with permits issued for projects on Highway 101, Main Street, and New Bethel Road, including work by Harper General Contractors, Choate Construction, and Saje General Contractors.

Highlights for the month included:

• 2 Certificates of Occupancy granted, marking completed projects ready for use.
  
• Multiple permits for new single-family homes, particularly in developing subdivisions.
  
• Commercial improvements and plan reviews, supporting local business growth.