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 a crime.
Aug. 17
8:33 a.m. Medical Seventh Avenue N.E. Police were dispatched to a medical emergency. The complainant stated he thought he had taken five times the amount of insulin he usually does. Upon arrival, the man was fine. Gold Cross Ambulance arrived and took over. A neighbor agreed to check on the man in a couple hours.
Aug. 18
1:50 a.m. Medical. Minnesota Street W. Police responded to a female who had broken two ribs the previous week and was experiencing great pain. Upon arrival, officers assisted Gold Cross Ambulance in transporting the woman to the hospital.
Aug. 19
1:39 p.m. Welfare check. Baker Street E. Authorities responded to a welfare check on a 2-year-old who had been seen outside alone. Police arrived and spoke with the mother who stated her 7-month-old baby has severe medical needs. She was attending to the baby when her 2-year-old wandered outside. Once she noticed she was gone, she ran outside to fetch her and bring her back inside. No further action was taken.
5:03 p.m. Alarm. Pearl Drive. Police responded to an alarm at a local business. Upon arrival, the building and area were secured. There were no further issues, and the key-holder was informed.
7:29 p.m. Gun. Jade Road. A complainant called police after seeing male parties shooting a gun and pointing it across the roadway. Officers located the parties and advised them to find a better shot. They stated they were shooting dummy rounds to train hunting dogs but were cooperative and left.
Aug. 20
2:20 p.m. Noise complaint. 11th Avenue S.E. Police were dispatched to a noise complaint. The complainant stated someone had been setting off fireworks, and they sounded like they were near her residence. Authorities arrived in the area but could not locate the source of the complaint or any suspicious figures. No further action was taken.
1:31 p.m. Medical. Dale Street E. Officers responded to a woman with breathing and mobility issues. Upon arrival, police were met by her husband. The woman was conscious but confused and was visibly shaking. Gold Cross Ambulance arrived and transported her to St. Cloud Hospital for further care.
7:50 p.m. Noise complaint. 13th Avenue S.E. Authorities were dispatched after a report of loud music. The area was checked, and it was determined a homeowner’s son and his band were playing outdoors. They were warned of the complaint and advised to keep the noise down.
