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Nov. 1
12:13 a.m. Alarm. Broadway Avenue S. Officers were dispatched after a report of a residential alarm. Upon arrival, authorities checked all doors and windows which appeared to be secure. The area was cleared, and the key holder was informed.
1:49 a.m. Suspicious activity. Benton Drive N. While on routine patrol, police observed a male near a vehicle who fled when he saw authorities. The man was followed and identified. He claimed to have run because he was heavily intoxicated and had just been involved in a fight. He was transported to his mother’s address for further care.
Nov. 2
8:35 a.m. Assist. Police spoke with a female caller who stated she wanted extra patrol outside her residence due to an unusual number of vehicles coming and going during the night time hours. She believed it could possibly be related to unlawful drug activity. Authorities asked if she could obtain license plate numbers if possible.
Nov. 3
Animal complaint. 13th Avenue S. A male called police stating his dog was missing. The animal had been missing since 3 p.m. The owner called later to report his dog had returned home.
7:35 a.m. Theft. Benton Drive N. Police were dispatched after a report of theft. The complainant stated his unlocked vehicle had been unlawfully entered while parked in the driveway. His wallet and coat were taken. No evidence or suspects have been determined as of yet.
Nov. 4
6:18 a.m. Theft. Pleasant Ridge Drive N. A complainant called authorities after his car had been broken in to. His garage door opener and proof of insurance card appear to be missing. The complainant eventually found his garage door opener in his yard, but his proof of insurance has not yet been recovered.
Nov. 6
Medical. 10th Avenue N.E. Police assisted an elderly female who had low oxygen stats. She was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital for further treatment.
Nov. 7
12:55 a.m. Assist. Ocarnia Drive. Police were dispatched to assist a resident with a carbon-monoxide alarm. Xcel Energy also arrived at the scene. They determined the alarm battery simply needed to be changed. No further action was required.
1:40 a.m. Detox. Benton Drive N. Officers responded to an intoxicated female who was passed out in the bathroom of a local bar. She was unresponsive to verbal commands and transported to the St. Cloud Hospital for further treatment.