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April 1
10:38 p.m. Disturbance/noise complaint. Summit Avenue S. An officer responded to a report of a car hitting the gas in a parking lot and two people yelling at each other. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to the driver, who stated he had backed up too far and was over the cement barrier. He was then able to get the vehicle out without needing to call for a tow.
April 2
4:30 am. Disturbance. Nine-and-a-half Street N. Police responded to someone playing loud music in his garage. Upon arrival, the officer spoke to the man, who stated he was trying to learn how to play his music on his phone in his vehicle. He stated he was sorry and would keep it down.
10:30 a.m. Abandoned vehicle. Third Avenue S. An abandoned vehicle was reported parked the wrong way for more than a month without moving. No contact information was found for the registered owner. The vehicle was gone the following day.
5:59 p.m. Traffic/driving complaint. Benton Drive N./CSAH 29. A possibly impaired driver was reported weaving in traffic and tailgating. Officers were unable to locate the vehicle.
11:36 p.m. Police proactive visit. First Street S. On a routine patrol, an officer noticed a vehicle that was stationary and occupied for an extended period of time. The officer asked if everything was all right and the owner responded she was waiting for someone else.
April 3
1:50 a.m. Verbal warning. Benton Drive N./Benton Oaks Drive.
2:03 p.m. Criminal damage to property. Bob Cross Park. A man noticed the doors to a park shed had been damaged. Officers observed two sheds with damage in the area. The damage was photographed for evidence.
5:04 p.m. Fires. Police responded to a report of burning leaves in a fire pit. A neighbor feared the burning would get out of control. An officer spoke with the homeowner, who stated they were burning leaves but done for the evening.
7:31 p.m. Citation. Benton Drive N./Fourth Street N.
