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.
Aug. 5
7:12 p.m. Gunshot. College Avenue S. A complainant called authorities after claiming to have heard two gunshots. Police checked the area and spoke with several people who did not hear anything. The complainant was advised of this. No further action was taken.
Aug. 6
7:31 a.m. Welfare check. Minnesota Street W. While on routine patrol, authorities were approached by a complainant who stated her friend was feeling depressed and putting herself down. Officers spoke with the individual who stated she was fine. She had been drinking the night before but was sleeping when police had arrived to speak with her.
Aug. 7
12:53 a.m. Noise complaint. Ash Street E. A complainant stated he had heard loud engine noises in the area. Police were one block away at the time of the call but heard nothing.
1:16 p.m. Suspicious vehicle. Minnesota Street E. While on patrol, authorities spotted a truck with the name “Fruit Club” on the side. Police checked with the city, and it appeared no one had a vendor’s license to sell fruit in St. Joseph. Officers made contact with the driver and explained he needed a license to lawfully sell fruit in the area. He packed up and left.
Aug. 8
7:25 p.m. Medical. Fifth Avenue N.W. Police were dispatched to a resident who had fallen in his backyard. They assisted the man who refused additional medical attention.
Aug. 9
9:29 p.m. Alarm. First Avenue S.E. Officers responded to an alarm at Colts Academy. Upon arrival, the building was cleared with the keyholder present. No further issues arose.
Aug. 10
12:08 p.m. Property damage. 15th Avenue N.E. Authorities responded to a complainant who experienced property damage to his vehicle. The man stated his vehicle had chips in it and a scratch on the driver’s side. Police explained it will have to be covered by insurance.
