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.
June 20
12:02 a.m. Suspicious vehicle. 18th Street NW. While on patrol, police observed a vehicle behind the water treatment plant with two males standing outside. They stated they were looking at storm clouds and listening to music. Authorities advised them to leave, which they did.
June 21
11:59 p.m. Alarm. 35th Street N.E. Police were dispatched to a local business after an alarm had been activated. Upon arrival, the building appeared to be secure, and Benton County dispatch received a cancel from the alarm company. No further action was required.
June 22
3:26 a.m. Theft. North Benton Drive. A female complainant reported a theft of her bicycle. She said the bike was unlocked and parked next to her residence. She provided a description of the bicycle to authorities. No evidence was found at the scene.
June 23
11:20 a.m. Medical. Third Avenue S. Police responded to a male who was having trouble breathing. Gold Cross Ambulance arrived and administered oxygen. The patient was transported to St. Cloud Hospital for further treatment.
2:12 p.m. Theft. Benton Drive S. A female complainant stated her bike had been stolen. She had left it by the dumpster on the west side of a local business. A surveillance video was reviewed, and a suspect was identified. The complainant gave authorities the bike’s serial number. The bicycle has not yet been located.
June 24
8:20 a.m. Suspicious vehicle. Fourth Avenue N. An anonymous caller stated he had observed a male driver on the street who smokes a cigarette, brushes his teeth and then leaves the area. No license plate number was obtained. When authorities arrived, the vehicle was gone.
10:16 p.m. Verbal warning. CR 120/Epic Drive. Police stopped a driver who had turned the wrong way into a roundabout. The driver stated she did not have roundabouts where she lived and therefore was confused.
June 25
4:20 p.m. Medical. River Avenue N. Police responded to a male who was having considerable chest pain and a difficult time breathing. Gold Cross Ambulance arrived and transported the patient to St. Cloud Hospital for further treatment.
9:33 p.m. Suspicious activity. Police responded to an anonymous complaint of a group of males who were checking out cars in a parking lot. Upon arrival, authorities were unable to locate anyone.
June 26
7:50 p.m. Medical. Summit Avenue N. Authorities assisted a male patient who was struggling with severe back pain. Upon arrival, Gold Cross Ambulance advised a second ambulance unit was en route. No further assistance was required.
11:14 p.m. Verbal warning. Fifth Street S./Summit Avenue. Police gave a verbal warning to a driver who had failed to illuminate his license plate. He was issued a citation for failure to provide proof of insurance.
