Clio Police Department

10/14/2026

*** CORRECTION***
THIS POST HAS BEEN EDITED TO CORRECT AN ERROR.
THIS PHASE INVOLVES PLANTING TREES, NOT FLOWERS AS PREVIOUSLY INDICATED.
MY SINCERE APOLOGIES FOR THE CONFUSION.

PSA - SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR TREE PLANTING PROJECT ON 10-17-26 (SATURDAY)

The City of Clio is seeking volunteers to assist with a beautification project involving the planting of trees at multiple sites.

City Administrator Neil Rankin asks that anyone interested in helping with this project meet at the Clio DPS garage located on Center St. between Vienna and Griffes at 9:00 AM on that date.

For further information, please check the City of Clio’s webpage.

We thank you for your time and consideration with this undertaking.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

10/14/2026

UPDATE: This sweet baby’s humans have been located, and she is home getting the love she deserves.
Our sincere thanks to those who helped !!

REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE - SEEKING TO REUNITE THIS BEAUTIFUL GIRL WITH HER HUMAN(S)

I just received word from Officer Danny Livingston that this gorgeous little fur baby was found lost and alone in the area of Vienna / Haven Street.

She was checked, but has no chip, and she is entirely too sweet to be out in the world by herself.

If you have any information that could help us locate her family, please call Officer Livingston at 810-444-0877, or Genesee County 911 so that we may help reunite them.

Thank You

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

09/24/2026

PSA - TRAFFIC CLOSURE FOR CHS HOMECOMING PARADE ON FRIDAY 09-25-26

Friday 09-25-26 is Homecoming for CHS, and it is our goal, as always, to provide our young with a safe, secure event.

With that in mind, we will be closing off traffic in the downtown are from 5:00 PM until approximately 7:00 PM for the Homecoming Parade.

Starting at 5:00 PM eastbound Vienna St. will be closed at Rogers Lodge for parade participants.

The parade will move westward on Vienna St. to Center St., where it will turn northbound. From there it will continue to Field Rd., then turn eastbound onto Field Rd., crossing over Mill St. and back to the high school.

All traffic within this area will be shut down for the duration of the parade.

We thank you for your patience and consideration in helping to keep this event a joyous one for the students.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

09/19/2026

SIGNIFICANT EVENT - CAR VS. BUILDING ACCIDENT 300 BLK. S. MILL ST.

On 09-18-26 (Friday), at approx 10:54 AM, Genesee County Central Dispatch received a call to the 300 blk. of S. Mill St. regarding a Car vs. Building Accident.

Upon arrival approx two minutes later, CPD officers were advised by bystanders that the driver of a vehicle attempting to park in front of Advanced Physical Therapy had suffered a medical emergency, causing the driver to unintentionally accelerate and jump over the sidewalk.

The driver received medical attention on scene, and was subsequently transported to a local hospital for further care. Neither the driver, or any other parties were injured as a result of the accident itself.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

06/24/2026

PSA - CONTINUED ROAD CLOSURES

It has been brought to the attention of the City of Clio that the current MDOT construction work in the area will see an uptick in activity.

We have been informed that Vienna Road between Haven and Linden will see more lane closures, largely between 7 PM and 7 AM for approximately two more weeks.

We ask that you plan accordingly for your daily commute, and travel in general, so as to avoid unnecessary frustration, and to reduce potential for accidents.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

06/19/2026

OUR SECOND “YOUTH PUBLIC SAFETY ACADEMY” COMES TO A CLOSE.

CPD hosted its second Youth Public Safety Academy from June 15-June 18, 2026, and the response was better than we could have hoped for.

From 9am - noon each of the four days, sixteen students between the ages of six and sixteen, accompanied by adult family members, attended the program, the goal of which is to demonstrate the role of public safety in our culture.

Our own Danny Livingston coordinated the program, and with his guidance, participants were exposed to police, fire, EMS, and 911 operations through a series of presentations, demonstrations, and facility tours.

It is our goal to make this a yearly event, as we received positive feedback from participants and their families. However, we could not have offered this program in the first place, but for the timely assistance of Director Tim Jones and the staff of Genesee County Central Dispatch, Chief Jim Bronson and Assistant Chief Steve Rynbrandt of the Clio Area Fire Authority, and the staff of Patriot Ambulance, all of whom went out of their way to share their time and experience with students.

We are also grateful to the adult family members in attendance for helping their young to develop a better understanding of the world we live in.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

06/09/2026

PSA - CLIO PD RECEIVES GRANT FROM THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF GREATER FLINT - CLIO AREA FUND

The Clio Police Department has gratefully accepted a $2,385 grant from the Community Foundation of Greater Flint - Clio Area Fund.

This grant is for the purchase of three Suppressall FS2 fire suppression devices, one of which will be placed in each of the city’s police cruisers.

We recognize on the face of things, that firefighting is to be left to the experts in the field; our brave men and women in the firefighting service.

That said, it is almost always the case that police officers arrive on fire scenes ahead of other emergency personnel, simply because they are already out and about, patrolling the streets of our community.

These devices, which somewhat resemble kettlebells, contain an aerosol fire suppression chemical. When deployed into an active fire, they will greatly slow the progression of flames, if not outright extinguish them, allowing the fire service more time to arrive on scene, hook up to their water supply, and ensure the fire is properly extinguished once and for all.

CPD officers will receive training on the proper handling, and deployment of these devices, and it is anticipated they will be available for use in the very near future.

We offer our heartfelt thanks to Senior Program Officer Jennifer Farrington, and all the board members of the Community Foundation of Greater Flint - Clio Area Fund for helping us to provide additional lifesaving services to our community.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

The SUPPRESSALL FS2 ( Aerosol Fire Suppression Tool) is used by Fir...

06/02/2026

SIGNIFICANT EVENT - UNARMED ROBBERY

On 05-31-26 (Sunday), at approximately 7:28 AM, CPD Officers Leighton and Livingston, both still at the station during shift change, received a call from Genesee County Central Dispatch regarding an Accident / Unknown Trouble near the intersection of New St. / Pine St.

Upon arrival, officers made contact with the two adult males involved, one of whom was attempting to flee from the scene. The officers discovered a property damage accident had indeed occurred, and the driver attempting to leave was the responsible driver.

Upon further investigation, it was determined the responsible driver got out of his vehicle after the accident and assaulted the second driver.

During this encounter, the responsible driver reportedly punched the second driver and removed the keys from the second driver’s vehicle.

The responsible driver also reportedly demanded money from the second driver, forcibly checking the pockets of the second driver before returning to his vehicle and attempting to leave the area.

The responsible driver was placed under arrest for Unarmed Robbery and Leaving the Scene of a Property Damage Accident, and was lodged in the Genesee County Jail pending issuance of warrants.

*This significant event appears to be the spontaneous result of the accident, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

05/27/2026

PSA - 911 DAY CAMP

Due to the overwhelming response to last year’s 911 Day Camp, we are again hosting the event this year.

The camp will be held from June 15-18, 2026 from 9:00 AM - Noon each day, under the direction of Officer Danny Livingston. It will be open for ages 6-16, and each student must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

Students will be exposed to various facets of public safety, including police, fire, EMS, and 911, with on-site demonstrations being part of the experience.

Upon successful completion of the program, students will receive a certificate suitable for framing.

Please contact Officer Livingston at 810-625-4216 to register, as seating will be limited.

We wish everyone a safe, and happy summer, and look forward to seeing you here !!

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead

05/22/2026

PSA - DOWNTOWN TRAFFIC CLOSURE FOR FREEDOM 4 VETERANS RUN / WALK
ON 05-23-26 (SATURDAY)

A friendly reminder that Vienna Street between Mill / State St. will be closed from 8:45 AM until approximately 10:00 AM tomorrow for the Freedom 4 Veterans Run / Walk.

The race starts at Veterans Park and will proceed northbound on Center St. to Field, then westbound on Field to the bike path for a northbound leg before returning along the same route.

Traffic will also be restricted on side streets along Center St. for the duration of this event.

We thank you for your patience and understanding, and for your support of this worthwhile cause.

We wish everyone a safe, enjoyable Memorial Day.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chief W. Millstead