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 crime.
Nov. 15
12:33 a.m. Public assist. College Avenue S. Police were dispatched to help diffuse an argument between two parties. Upon arrival, authorities mediated the situation and those involved went their separate ways.
1:26 a.m. Suspicious activity. College Avenue N./Date Street E. While on patrol, an officer observed a female holding a water bottle containing brown liquid. She was approached and questioned, admitting to have consumed alcohol and being underage. She was issued a citation and released.
Nov. 16
10:08 p.m. Bar checks. Minnesota Street. Police conducted bar checks. No citations were issued.
Nov. 17
6:43 a.m. Alarm. Cedar Street E. Authorities were dispatched to an alarm at a local business. Upon arrival, the building was secured, and the keyholder was notified.
10:44 a.m. Traffic stop. CR 75/Second Avenue N.W. Police observed a vehicle run a stop sign. The driver was pulled over, stating he had bad tires that prevented him from coming to complete stops. He was issued a citation, in addition to verbal warnings regarding lack of insurance and expired registration.
3:28 p.m. Fire. College Avenue S. Authorities responded to a report of an oven fire. Upon arrival, there was no evidence of fire or smoke. Police spoke to the complainant who stated every time she attempted to use her oven, it would set the fire alarm off. She has tried to get management to fix it in the past, but it has not been taken care of. She was advised to call the building inspector for further guidance and assistance.
Nov. 18
10:15 a.m. Medical. Elm Street W. A complainant called police after experiencing lower abdominal pain. Authorities stood by until Gold Cross Ambulance arrived.
Nov. 19
8:33 a.m. Public assist. CR 75/Third Avenue S.E. Police observed a driver who lost control of her vehicle on an icy road. Authorities made sure there was no damage. The driver was safe and proceeded on her way.
4:43 p.m. Gas drive-off. Birch Street W. Employees at a local gas station called police after a driver had driven off without paying for gas. The driver was contacted, stating she believed she had paid for her fuel. She called the gas station and provided them with a credit card number over the phone.
Nov. 20
10:09 a.m. Assist. Second Street N./Eighth Avenue N. St. Joseph police assisted another department in locating a fleeing suspect.
Nov. 21
8:57 a.m. Suspicious vehicle. I94/CR 75. A complainant called police, stating a white van on the freeway was swerving in and out of both lanes. Authorities could not locate the vehicle.
