If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the Sartell Police Department at 320-251-8186 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.
Oct. 21
2:55 p.m. Traffic stop. 19th Avenue N. A vehicle was witnessed traveling 56 mph in a 40-mph zone. The driver stated she was unaware of the posted speed limit. She was issued a citation and released.
Oct. 22
7:23 a.m. Damaged property. Knottingham Drive. A complaint was made regarding an unknown person driving over a resident’s lawn sometime during the night.
2:13 p.m. Welfare check. CR 78. An officer was waved down and requested to check on an elderly female walking by a park. The elderly female seemed in good health and stated she needed no assistance. The officer followed up with a nurse at her residence who stated they would make sure she arrived back safely.
9:17 p.m. Suspicious activity. Victory Loop. A resident requested an officer check her residence when she found her service door open and a previously unlocked door was now locked. An officer cleared the residence and secured the service door. The officer also provided safety information on how the resident could better secure their home.
Oct. 23
7:58 a.m. Traffic stop. Seventh Street N. While on patrol, an officer witnessed a vehicle speeding with expired tabs and found the driver had a suspended license. The driver stated she was unaware of the expired tabs and suspended license. An officer transported her children to school while another officer transported her and her infant to her nearby residence. She was issued a citation for the violations.
4:46 p.m. Assist. CR 78. An adult male requested assistance with safety lights while they attempted to repair their tire that had fallen off. There were multiple calls from others stating the vehicle was in a dangerous location. An officer provided safety lights and assisted the driver with putting the tire back on.
9:34 p.m. Noise complaint. 10th Avenue N. A complaint was made regarding a car alarm sounding every 5-10 minutes and then stopping. An officer sat in the area for a long period of time and did not hear any alarm. No further action was taken.
Oct. 24
7:32 a.m. Gunshot. Pinecone Road. A report was made regarding gunshots heard from an unknown location. An officer checked the area and was unable to locate anyone within city limits.
3:34 p.m. Theft. Pinecone Road S. A report was made regarding items taken from a locked vehicle. The rear passenger window was broken and multiple items were taken from the back seat.
11:05 p.m. Vandalism. 15th Street N. A report was made regarding a garage door being egged sometime while the resident was out of town.
Oct. 25
12:32 p.m. Domestic. Utah Road. A report was made regarding an adult male and an adult female arguing. Officers arrived and found evidence of a physical fight. An adult female was placed under arrest without incident.
8:06 p.m. Agency assist. 13th Street Circle. Officers assisted Sauk Rapids Police Department with a domestic involving numerous people. An adult male was placed under arrest and an adult female was issued a citation.
9:34 p.m. Assist. Lowell Lane. Resident requested officers come speak to a juvenile male who had asked to move out of his house. Officers spoke with the juvenile’s mother and father and found the mother was not able to care for herself or the child. She was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital and the child was left in the care of his father.
Oct. 26
1:25 p.m. Hazard. Pinecone Road. A complaint was made regarding a male riding his bike and attempting to do tricks. Traffic was slowing and moving over in an attempt to avoid him. An officer checked the area and was unable to locate the male.
6:16 pm. Accident. First Street N. Multiple reports were made regarding a motorcyclist crashing. Officers checked the area but were unable to locate the crash. The complainants reported the driver denied medical care and drove away although he was injured. The officer attempted to locate the registered owner but was unsuccessful.
Oct. 27
1:26 a.m. Suspicious vehicle. 23rd Avenue N. While on patrol, an officer witnessed a vehicle drive in an area and park. The officer made contact with the driver, who stated he was playing a gps game and needed to park in the area to collect points. The officer did verify the game and no further action was taken.
