The Fredonia City Commission revealed its first-quarter reports at this week's meeting. Police Chief Tyler Decker reveals the crime stats from the first three months of 2026.

 

179 total cases were generated from over 1,000 calls for service, including thefts and burglaries. In 15 theft cases, 14 were from gas stations.

 

On the road, 354 traffic stops resulted in 83 citations, a 23 percent rate.

 

Fredonia's first quarter saw 10 narcotic violations, nine of which led to felony arrests. There were also five search warrants issued that led to felony drug busts.

 

Chief Decker applauds the police department for their efforts to begin the year.

 

Also, as part of the quarterly report, the Fredonia Treasurer announces that it passed a self-audit. City Administrator Evan Bolt says it was a large hurdle to clear.

 

Bolt says it was the first full year he and City Clerk Suzanne Pekrul had to work on reorganizing the city's finances.