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.
Nov. 4
6:33 a.m. Traffic stop. Hwy. 10/Golden Spike Road. While on routine patrol, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Police activated their radar, which clocked the driver going 75 mph in a posted 65-mph zone. A traffic stop was conducted, and the driver was given a verbal warning.
12:34 p.m. Animal complaint. Benton Drive N. Employees at a local gas station stated there were two dogs in their parking lot. Both dogs had tags. They were returned to their owner who stated they must have escaped through the fencing they are currently installing.
Nov. 5
3:06 a.m. Suspicious activity. N. Benton Drive. Police observed a male standing in front of a gas station that had recently been robbed. The man was wearing a dark hoodie and had his hands in his pockets. He stated he was just standing around. Police asked him to find a place to stay for the night and move along. The area was cleared.
6:03 p.m. Traffic stop. Eighth Street N./Benton Drive. While on routine patrol, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed. Officers initiated a traffic stop, and the driver was given a verbal warning.
Nov. 6
1:49 p.m. Public service. Eighth Avenue N. Upon request, an officer stopped by a child’s birthday party to answer questions the group had. The officer answered all inquiries, and handed out pencils and stickers.
5:34 p.m. Burning complaint. Fifth Avenue N. Officers responded to a burning complaint. Upon arrival, there were no individuals or signs of a fire in the surrounding area. Police checked alleyways and yards for a two-block radius but could not find anything. The area was cleared, and no further action was taken.
