If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 or Tri-County Crime Stoppers at 320-255-1301 or access its tip site at www.tricountycrimestoppers.org. Crime Stoppers offers rewards up to $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for crimes.
Sept. 27
12:06 a.m. Suspicious person. Second Avenue NW/Minnesota Street W. While on patrol, an officer spotted a young man holding a bottle of brown-colored liquid. The officer approached the male who admitted the liquid was alcohol. At first, he lied to the officer about his identity, later admitting his real name. He was handcuffed and issued citations for his various offenses.
11:10 p.m. Stolen property. Ash Street E. Police were dispatched after a report of a stolen bicycle. Authorities spoke with the complainant who stated the bike had been stolen within the last two hours. She described the bike but had no suspects in mind.
Sept. 28
7:50 p.m. Arrest. Second Avenue N.E. St. Joseph police assisted a neighboring department with a warrant arrest. The parents of the suspect allowed authorities into the residence. Upon entering, an overwhelming smell of marijuana could be detected coming from the basement. The suspect was arrested for possession of the drugs and transported to the county jail for further assistance.
Sept. 29
6:26 a.m. Medical. 16th Avenue S.E. Authorities were dispatched after receiving a report of an elderly man who had slipped and fallen. Upon arrival, police found the man without injury. He was lifted back up into his chair.
7:59 p.m. Alarm. Ridgewood Court. Police responded to an alarm that had gone off at a local business. Upon arrival, the building was secured. The key holder arrived shortly thereafter to reset the alarm.
Sept. 30
2:39 p.m. Animal complaint. CR 75/ CR 133. A report was made of two dogs on the roadway heading eastbound. The area was checked by authorities, but the dogs could not be located.
7:09 p.m. Welfare check. 17th Avenue S.E. A young woman called police after she believed her brother to be suicidal. He had called another sister, stating he no longer wanted to live. Upon arrival, police noted the male had been consuming alcohol. He stated he was not intoxicated and of sound mind. His sister would stay with him until someone else could watch him.
Oct. 2
9:37 a.m. Animal complaint. Date Street W. Police were dispatched after receiving a report of a stray dog with a vet tag on it. Authorities were able to make contact with the owner.
Oct. 3
12:34 p.m. Traffic violation. College Avenue N. A complainant reported a driver who had driven through the stop-arm of a school bus. The plates that were given did not match any police records. Nothing further has been determined at this time.
7:58 p.m. Noise complaint. Northland Drive. Reports of loud bangs and explosions could be heard behind a local apartment complex. An officer drove by the area but could not locate anything.
