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.
July 19
2:23 p.m. Arrest. Eighth Avenue N. Officers observed a warranted suspect at the aforementioned address. A traffic stop was initiated, and the suspect was arrested. He admitted to being in possession of marijuana and a glass pipe, both of which were taken and placed into evidence. He was transported to the Benton County Jail for further processing.
July 20
7:44 p.m. Welfare check. Summit Avenue N. A male complainant called authorities after the mother of his child was not allowing him to have contact with his daughter. He was concerned for her welfare. Police called the mother and arranged a time for when she would be available at her residence. Upon arrival, officers found mother and child, both well. The mother stated she had full legal and physical custody of the child. She stated the complainant contacts her but is very hostile, so she ignores his texts. No further action was taken.
July 21
5:06 p.m. Civil. Industrial Blvd. Police spoke with a complainant who stated her nephew refused to return a car that had previously been loaned to him. Authorities advised the complainant the matter would have to be resolved in civil court.
6:10 p.m. Verbal warning. Second Avenue S. While on routine patrol, police observed a vehicle that failed to stop for a red light traffic signal. The driver was pulled over, stating the light was yellow when he had entered the intersection. He was given a verbal warning and released without any further action.
July 22
10:08 a.m. Assist. 10th Avenue N.E. Officers were requested to help in the arrest of a warranted individual. Upon arrival, police arrested the man. After searching his car, they found a plethora of hypodermic needles. He admitted to using both heroin and meth. He was first taken to St. Cloud Hospital to be evaluated. After being released from the emergency room, he was transported to the Benton County Jail.
July 23
9:25 p.m. Suspicious activity. A female complainant called authorities after her ex-brother-in-law had been harassing her with bizarre text messages. She considers him a dangerous threat. Officers checked the area where the complainant stated the male was but were unable to make contact.
10:14 p.m. Noise complaint. 18th Street N.W. Officers were advised to look into a noise complaint. Upon arrival, they discovered it was a resident’s television. Authorities spoke with the tenant and advised him of the complaint. No further action was taken.
