If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 or Tri-County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-255-1301 or access its tip site at 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. 20
3:27 a.m. Intoxicated person. First Avenue NE. An officer was dispatched for an intoxicated person. The complainant stated he had a bit to drink and wanted a ride to detox. The officer spoke with the complainant who stated he did not think he should drive and did not want to wake his neighbors. The complainant provided a breathalyzer of .277 and he already reserved a bed. The officer transported the complainant and his property to detox and released him to staff.
Sept. 21
11:51 p.m. Medical. Minnesota Street/Chapel Lane. An officer was dispatched to a medical at Minnesota St. W. and Chapel Lane for a woman who was intoxicated and barely could keep her eyes open. The patient stated she had four shots and two drinks which was more than usual. The patient stated she threw up, was dizzy and nauseated. The patient provided a quick sample breathalyzer of .115. The patient stated she had a fake ID which the officer took and subsequently destroyed. Mayo transported.
Sept. 22
1:37 p.m. Fight. College Avenue S. Officer was dispatched to a fight in progress. The complainant stated a silver Volkswagen came onto the property. He stated the driver got out of the vehicle and started fighting with the victim. Complainant stated when he tried to take a picture of the vehicle it took off. Officer spoke with victim and his friend who translated for him. He stated he knows the guy but doesn’t want to give his name. Victim doesn’t want charges pressed and was uncooperative with the investigation. The officer explained they would document the incident and if he wants to come forward with the story they can investigate further. No further at this time.
11:13 p.m. Unauthorized person. CR 121/290th Street. While on routine patrol, an officer found a vehicle at the Sauk River landing. Officer spoke with man who stated he was unaware of the city ordinance and was just wanting to fish. When the officer asked the man for his ID he refused until he was told he would be arrested if he didn’t. Man provided an ID and stated he did not want to provide it due to him not having a driver’s license. Officer advised man of the ordinance and to find a valid driver which he stated one was on the way.
Sept. 23
8:36 a.m. False alarm. Seventh Avenue SE. Officers were dispatched to an alarm at a residence. Arrived on scene and walked around the residence. All looked fine. Rang the doorbell and dogs inside began barking. Called and left a message for the owner.
Sept. 24
3:16 p.m. Harassment. 10th Avenue SE. Complainant came into the police department to report a harassment complaint. Officer used Elsa app to translate. Complainant said there is a lady who had a prior relationship with her child’s father who was harassing complainant. She played one of the 12 recordings where a man was calling her names and telling her he would kill her baby. This has been going on since 2023. They live in Wisconsin. They were unable to provide address or full names of the people. Harassment started over child’s father not paying insurance. At this point without other information or identification on the people, officer said to apply for harassment restraining order otherwise charges will be hard to press. She understood and had no other questions.
Sept. 26
12:04 a.m. CR 2/CR 75. While patrolling on CR 2 by CR 75, an officer saw several pieces of plastic and glass from what looked to be a traffic accident in the turn lane. Officer moved the pieces off to the side of the roadway.
