If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the Sauk Rapids Police Department at 320-251-9451 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. 30
Citation. First Avenue N. A female complainant called, stating a male trespasser who had previously been banned from the property was in her apartment. Upon arrival police found the trespasser in the townhouse. He stated he was homeless and had nowhere else to go. He was transported to the Benton County Jail for further action.
Oct. 1
5:13 a.m. Verbal dispute. Second Avenue N. Authorities were called after receiving a complaint from a female claiming someone had threatened to kill her. Upon arrival, the female retracted her statement, no longer requiring assistance. She apologized for calling and indicated everything was fine.
Oct. 2
Driving complaint. Second Street N. An anonymous caller reported to police a vehicle had struck the median while on a bridge. Police could not find evidence of this claim.
Oct. 3
Gunshots. Benton Drive N. Police were called after a report of gunshots near the river. Authorities believed the shots were those of goose hunters.
Alarm. Industrial Boulevard. An officer was dispatched after the alarm of a local business went off. Before any action could be taken, the alarm company received the proper notification to cancel the alarm.
Oct. 4
12:22 a.m. Suspicious activity. 2nd Street N. While on patrol, an officer observed a car parked in the lot of a local gas station that had closed for the night. The vehicle was occupied, and the driver was questioned, stating he was waiting for a friend to meet him there. No further action was taken.
2:41 a.m. Disturbance. 2nd Avenue N. Officers were dispatched after an anonymous complainant stated that a couple appeared to be fighting in their backyard. Upon arrival, no one was observed. A neighbor who was outside stated that he did not see or hear anything.
Oct. 5
Damaged property. 4th Street N. A complainant called authorities after the windows in her car had been shattered overnight. Police took photos of the damage. No suspects have been determined.
Oct. 6
Trespassing. 13th Street Circle. An anonymous called phoned authorities, stating that two individuals were trespassing on their property. Officers spoke with the alleged trespassers, who stated that they have been continually harassed by people from their apartment complex and that they are legally allowed on the premises. They have an upcoming court date regarding this issue. No further action was taken.
12:53 p.m. Medical. Osauka Road N.E. Police responded to a female who was having difficulty breathing. Authorities stood by until Gold Cross arrived and transported her to the hospital for further attention.
Oct. 7
6:50 p.m. Burglary. 6th Avenue N. A female complainant called police in relation to a burglary that had occurred at her vacant property. The door to the garage had been forced open as well as a window that had been broken. The renters that had previously lived on the property had moved out, hence there was no one there. Authorities documented the break-in, but no evidence or suspects have been determined at this time.
Oct. 8
11:25 a.m. Assist. 2nd Street N./3rd Avenue N. Police assisted with directing traffic during a house move.
12:39 p.m. Arrest. 3rd Avenue S. An anonymous called alerted police to the sighting of a warranted criminal. Authorities located the suspect and was transported to Benton County.
Oct. 9
Missing property. Riverview Loop N.W. A female who was dog-sitting stated that the German Shepherd she was watching had ran away. The Sheriff’s Office was additionally contacted. No leads to the whereabouts of the dog have been determined at this time.
Oct. 10
12:56 a.m. Open door. 4th Street S. Officers were dispatched after receiving a report of an open door at a vacant apartment. The apartment was searched, cleared and secured.
1:29 p.m. Arrest. Broadway Avenue S. A warranted suspected was observed in his yard. Authorities arrived and arrested the man. He was handcuffed and transported to the Benton County Jail for further action.
