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 20
9:52 p.m. Medical. 10th Avenue N.E. Officers responded to a woman who’s water had broken. Upon arrival, Gold Cross Ambulance was on the scene. No further police action was necessary.
July 21
11:33 p.m. Personal assist. Eighth Avenue S. Officers were summoned to a woman’s apartment after she had fallen and was unable to get up. Upon arrival, police assisted medical authorities in helping the woman back into her chair. She required no further assistance.
July 22
8:14 p.m. Verbal. CR 3/CR 1. While on routine patrol, officers observed a driver become agitated with the vehicle in front of him. The driver was throwing his arms in the air, and he appeared to be yelling. He proceeded to follow the vehicle in front of him, at one point going 64 mph in a 40-mph zone. The driver was consequently pulled over and issued a warning for his behavior.
11:46 p.m. Suspicious vehicle. River Avenue S. Officers observed two vehicles parked at Southside Park after hours. Authorities spoke with the drivers who stated they did not know the park was closed. They left immediately.
July 23
2:04 p.m. Medical. 10th Avenue N. Police responded to a member of a group home who was experiencing a seizure. Upon arrival, the individual was breathing but not responsive. Gold Cross Ambulance arrived and took over the situation.
6:21 p.m. Harassment. Fourth Avenue N. Officers spoke with a female complainant regarding text messages she had been receiving from the father of her child. According to the complainant, they had a custody agreement, but it had been breached due to the father having some mental-health issues in addition to being in jail. Since his release, the text messages have become more threatening. Police suggested she speak with an attorney and apply for a restraining order of sorts.