(Michigan City, IN) - Police in Michigan City cast their nets recently, looking to get dangerous individuals off the streets. Chief Dion Campbell has implemented Violent Crime Reduction patrols.

Thursday night netted five arrests, four of them following traffic stops. Police uncovered a firearm, methamphetamine, and two individuals with outstanding warrants.

But the big catch of the night came following a report of three juveniles wearing ski masks and brandishing weapons on the city’s north side. Police located the subjects and allegedly found a 16-year-old to be in possession of a 9mm handgun. He was taken to the Juvenile Services Center.

Chief Campbell says he intends to keep pushing the violent crime police sweeps. The public is encouraged to report possible threats to the Michigan City Police Departments via their Facebook Messenger or through their crime tip hotline number of 219-873-1488 or the WeTip Hotline for General Crime at 800-78-CRIME. Rewards are offered for information leading to an arrest and conviction. All WeTip call information is sent directly and anonymously to the LaPorte County Prosecutor’s Office.