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.
Oct. 18
Fire. First Avenue N. A party cooking in their home called authorities after having a grease fire on their stove. Upon arrival, there was no fire, only smoke. The Sauk Rapids Fire Department ventilated the apartment.
4:55 p.m. Ordinance violation. Fifth Avenue N. A complainant called police after stating he could smell burning leaves. He did not know the exact location where the smell was coming from. Authorities checked the area but were unable to locate the source of the fire.
Oct. 19
7:10 a.m. Theft. Wollak Way. Police were dispatched after a complainant called stating someone had gone through his car overnight. He was missing two garage door openers as well as a large amount of cash that was taken from a plastic bucket. Police photographed the scene, but no evidence or suspects have been determined as of yet.
Oct. 20
Animal complaint. Benton Drive S. A female called police after finding a cat that was dropped off at the Central Minnesota Animal Care and Control Center. Authorities advised her to take the animal to the Humane Society.
8:55 a.m. Theft. 13th Street N. While on patrol, a female waved down police, stating a male had stolen her phone. Authorities confronted the male, warning him he would be charged with theft if he did not return the mobile device. He admitted to having the phone, and it was returned to its rightful owner.
Oct. 21
4:39 p.m. Suspicious activity. A female complainant informed authorities she believed someone had been tampering with her car. She believed someone had opened and closed the driver’s door several times. She simply wanted the matter documented. No further action was taken.
4:50 p.m. Warrant. An anonymous call informed police there was a warranted suspect at a local fast-food establishment. Authorities went to the business and arrested the male on various charges. He was transported to the Stearns County Jail.
Oct. 22
10:19 a.m. Medical. Hwy 15/Benton Drive N. Police responded to a truck driver who stated he had numbness in his right arm. Authorities stayed with the driver until Gold Cross arrived to check his vitals. He stated his boss would transport him to the hospital.
Oct. 23
10:05 a.m. Civil. Benton Drive N. A female wanted police to stand by as she terminated an employee. She requested authorities ask the male employee to hand over his keys. He did so. No further action was taken.
5:35 p.m. Found property. Fourth Street S. Custodial staff at a local school called police after finding a government official badge. Authorities retrieved and identified the badge, returning it to its rightful owner.
Oct. 24
Alarm. Stearns Way. Police responded to an alarm at a local business. Upon arrival, the employees had shut the alarm off after temporarily forgetting the code.
