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.
Jan. 10
9:52 a.m. Welfare check. Second Avenue N. Police responded to a report of a loud argument coming from inside the residence at the aforementioned address. Upon arrival, there appeared to be no one at the residence, and no one answered the door.
2:49 p.m. Damaged property. West Highview Drive. A complainant called authorities after she observed a large dent on the driver’s side of her vehicle. The side mirror had also been knocked off the door. She was not sure who could’ve caused the damage but simply wanted the incident documented.
Jan. 11
6:31 p.m. Drugs. 13th Street Circle. An anonymous complainant called police after detecting the smell of marijuana in their apartment building. Upon arrival, authorities also detected the scent and believed it was coming primarily from the stairwell. No suspects have been determined at this time.
Jan. 13
1:20 p.m. Animal complaint. Second Avenue N. Authorities were asked to check the aforementioned address for a black lab that was running around the neighborhood unattended. Upon arrival, the dog was unable to be located.
3:04 p.m. Medical. Police responded to a female with chest pains. She stated the pain had been ongoing but got progressively worse that day. She was assisted by Gold Cross.
Jan. 15
9:45 a.m. Theft. 10th Street N. Police were reviewing footage from a previous burglary. It appeared the latch of a trailer had been cut off, although no items were reported missing.
Jan. 16
7:55 a.m. Fire. Division Street. Police responded to a fire alarm. Upon arrival, they found the smoke was coming from a faulty vacuum cleaner. No further action was taken.
