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.
Sept. 28
11:23 a.m. Medical. Second Avenue N.W. Police responded to a woman who was experiencing vertigo and felt sick to her stomach. Gold Cross Ambulance paramedics arrived soon after and took over patient care.
5:59 p.m. Suspicious activity. Fourth Avenue S.E./Graceview Drive. Authorities were dispatched to a report of suspicious activity. The complainant told police a girl was standing near a car with its door open. Upon arrival, the car nor the child could be located. Authorities attempted to call the complainant back, but there was no answer.
Sept. 30
12:48 a.m. Alarm. Minnesota Street E. Police responded to a fire alarm at a local residence. Upon arrival, the alarm had gone off by accident. The St. Joseph Fire Department responded, but there were no issues.
1:28 a.m. Welfare check. Second Avenue N.W. Officers responded to a young man who said his brother had been drinking and was unable to be found. He believed his brother had tried walking to St. John’s University from St. Joseph. The man was transported to campus where he made contact with his brother. No further action was required.
1:39 p.m. Gas drive-off. College Avenue N. An employee at a local gas station called authorities after a suspicious individual had driven off without paying for fuel. The employee was able to record his plate number. Police were able to make contact with the man who stated he would call to pay.
Oct. 1
6:33 a.m. Noise complaint. Morningside Loop. Police were dispatched to a noise complaint. Upon arrival, officers could hear loud bass. Authorities knocked several times on the door, but there was no answer. However, the music was turned down immediately. A citation was left for the homeowner in the mailbox.
7:41 a.m. Medical. Minnesota Street E. Gold Cross Ambulance paramedics requested the assistance of officers in loading a patient into the ambulance. Police assisted paramedics. The patient was transported for further medical attention.
