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Jan. 15
9:44 a.m. Vehicle in ditch. CR 120. An unattended vehicle was stuck in a snow bank. Officers attempted to locate the owner and were unable to make contact. The vehicle was towed that evening.
10:55 a.m. Theft. River Oaks Lane. Sometime during the overnight, gas was siphoned from a vehicle parked outside a residence.
3:28 p.m. Theft. River Oaks Lane. Sometime during the overnight, gas was siphoned from a vehicle parked outside a residence.
Jan. 16
9:55 p.m. Traffic stop. Riverside Avenue. A vehicle was witnessed traveling 51 mph in a posted 40-mph zone. The driver stated he was not aware of his speed. He was issued a citation and released.
10:43 p.m. Traffic stop. Riverside Avenue. After checking a vehicle’s registration, it was found the driver had a suspended license. The driver stated he was aware of the status and was not able to provide proof of insurance. He was issued a citation for both violations and released to a valid driver.
11:38 p.m. Stalled vehicle. Hwy. 15. While on patrol, an officer came across a stalled vehicle. The driver was given a ride to a local residence to retrieve gas.
Jan. 17
6:38 a.m. Stalled vehicle. Hwy. 15. A vehicle was stalled on the side of the road. An officer transported the driver and two children to their local residence.
4:35 p.m. Domestic. 2nd Street N. A complaint was made regarding a male and female arguing. Upon officer’s arrival, the female had left the residence. The officers did find there was an active arrest warrant for the male. He was placed under arrest and transported to Stearns County Jail without incident.
Jan. 18
11:00 a.m. Vehicle in ditch. Riverside Avenue. While on patrol, an officer saw a vehicle stuck in a ditch. The officer and neighbors dug the vehicle out and were able to get it back on the road.
1:05 p.m. Domestic. 15th Street S. An adult female and an adult male were in a verbal argument. Officers arrived and were able to calm the situation. The male agreed to leave the residence to calm down for the evening.
5:39 p.m. Vehicle in ditch. Riverside Avenue. While on patrol, an officer saw a vehicle stuck in the ditch. The officer provided safety lights until it was towed out.