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. 22
5:01 a.m. Arrest. Second Avenue N. Police were dispatched after a report of male and female arguing in a parking lot. Upon arrival, authorities identified the male, who initially denied having a verbal dispute but then admitted he had been arguing with his girlfriend. The male party had a warrant which was confirmed, resulting in his arrest and transportation to the Benton County Jail.
Nov. 23
Driving complaint. Benton Drive N. While conducting a routine traffic stop, officers noticed a red truck with a particular license plate and driver that authorities had dealt with in the past. The driver of the truck had previously had his license revoked. Due to conducting a traffic stop, however, police were unable to stop the vehicle. After clearing, officers checked the plates of the truck and found the driver’s license had indeed been revoked. A formal report was forwarded to the City Attorney, charging the driver with the appropriate offense.
11:03 a.m. Medical. Eighth Street S. Police responded to an elderly female who was experiencing difficulty walking. Upon arrival, the female stated her knee was sore. She was transported to the St. Cloud Hospital by Gold Cross Ambulance.
4:40 p.m. Arrest. 13th Street Circle. Officers were handling a civil dispute when a suspect was recognized from past contacts. After running his license plate, the suspect was found to have an outstanding warrant for failure to pay child support.
Nov. 25
7:10 a.m. Fire. Police were dispatched after receiving a complaint of some construction equipment that had caught fire. Upon arrival, officers found coals and evidence of a fire that was out. There was no damage.
3:40 p.m. Public assist. East St. Germain Street. Police were dispatched to speak with a female regarding a child-custody issue. The woman stated she did not have any concerns about her custody but simply wanted authorities to do a welfare check on her 5-year-old son in Cambridge. She was provided with advice and phone numbers to further assist her.
Nov. 27
9:50 p.m. Informational. Frontier Court. While off duty, an officer received a text message on his personal cell phone requesting extra patrol at her residence. She stated her husband’s handgun and wallet had been stolen. The police officer texted the information to the night officers who were on duty.
Nov. 28
5:10 a.m. Alarm. Broadway Avenue S. Police were dispatched to an alarm at a local residence. The area was checked, and nothing suspicious was found.
