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 crimes.
Aug. 2
2:27 a.m. Medical. Ash Street E. Police responded to a 72-year-old female who complained of side pains. She was monitored until Gold Cross Ambulance arrived, transporting her to the hospital for further medical assistance.
1:41 p.m. Crash. CR 2, St. Wendel Twp. A 22-year-old female and a 25-year-old male, both from Parkville, Mo., were riding in the back seat of an off-road vehicle when the vehicle struck a large sand hill. They were both injured and transported to the St. Cloud Hospital by Gold Cross Ambulance. St. Joseph Fire and Rescue assisted at the scene.
5:01 p.m. Suspicious vehicle. CR 75/College Avenue N. While sitting in a parking lot, a St. Joseph patrol car observed a vehicle accelerate quickly, causing the engine to roar loudly. The vehicle was stopped and issued a citation for unreasonable acceleration.
Aug. 3
11:38 a.m. Suspicious activity. Cedar Street E. An employee summoned authorities after her workers found white rocks with blue crystals while pulling weeds. She believe these rocks were suspicious. They were removed by police and placed in evidence.
6:41 p.m. Parade. 1st Avenue S.W. Police escorted and led a children’s parade that took place in a local neighborhood. Approximately 25 kids and parents participated.
Aug. 4
8:35 a.m. Hazard. 7th Avenue S.E. Police responded to a report of glass strewn over the roadway. Neighbors stated they did not see or hear anything but think it might be from a vehicle. City maintenance was called, and the glass was removed.
Aug. 5
8:13 a.m. Damaged property. 8th Avenue S.E. A male complainant phoned authorities after discovering someone had cut the muffler off his vehicle. Upon arrival, police observed the damage and asked the complainant for an estimated dollar amount for repairs. No further action has been taken at this time.
3:27 p.m. Alarm. 17th Avenue S.E. Police were dispatched after receiving a report of an alarm. The house was checked and secured. A neighbor stated a new alarm system was being installed. The area was cleared.
Aug. 6
10:42 p.m. Found property. College Avenue N. A missing Minnesota driver’s license was turned into the police department. It was subsequently returned to its original owner.