If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the Sartell Police Department at 320-251-8186 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.
Nov. 11
3:43 p.m. Traffic stop. Seventh Street N. A vehicle was witnessed traveling 36 mph in a posted 20-mph school zone. The driver stated she was aware it was a school zone and was unaware of her speed. She was issued a citation and released.
Nov. 12
7:40 a.m. Theft. 15th Street N. A report was made regarding a window smashed and a gun stolen from a locked vehicle sometime overnight.
6:06 p.m. Domestic. CR 120. A report was made regarding two adult males verbally arguing. Officers arrived and found a physical altercation had occurred. Both parties were issued a citation and released.
Nov. 13
9:17 a.m. Traffic stop. Pinecone Road S. While on patrol, an officer witnessed a vehicle fail to yield for a pedestrian in a crosswalk. The driver stated he was distracted and did not notice the person. He was issued a citation and released.
6:35 p.m. Welfare Check. CR 120. A report was made regarding three children inside a vehicle, parked in front of a store. An officer checked the parking lot and the vehicle had left before his arrival.
Nov. 14
12:13 a.m. Suspicious vehicle. Pinecone Road. While on patrol, an officer witnessed a vehicle parked in a closed business lot. The driver stated he had visited a friend who worked there then began reading and lost track of time.
1:33 a.m. Gunshot. 19th Avenue N. A report was made regarding two to three possible gunshots in the area. Officers checked and did not find anything out of the ordinary.
3:42 a.m. Suspicious person. 15th Street N. A report was made regarding an unknown male in a resident’s property. An officer checked the area and located an intoxicated male. He stated he was trying to walk home from a friend’s and became lost. The officer transported him to his residence.
7:33 p.m. Theft. Pinecone Road S. A report was made regarding a cell phone taken some time during the evening, while the male was working.
Nov. 15
12:05 a.m. DWI. Hwy 15. While on patrol, an officer witnessed a vehicle crossing the fog line. The driver emitted a strong odor of alcoholic beverages and was unable to pass field sobriety testing. She was placed under arrest and transported to Benton County Jail without incident.
10:26 a.m. Threats. 11th Avenue E. An emergency call was placed stating an adult male had a knife and was making threats. Officers arrived and took the adult male into custody without incident and transported him to Benton County Jail.
4:16 p.m. Ordinance violation. Eighth Avenue N. A complaint was made regarding a resident burning leaves and yard debris. An officer spoke with the homeowner, who stated he was unaware of the ordinance.
Nov. 16
12:31 a.m. Traffic stop. CR 120. After checking a vehicle’s registration, it was found the driver had a revoked license. The driver stated she was unaware of her license status. She was issued a citation and released to a valid driver.
4:40 p.m. Suspicious activity. Second-and-a-half Street N. A report was made regarding a light on inside a known vacant residence. Officers checked the residence and found nothing out of place. The building was secured.
4:51 p.m. Suspicious person. Eighth Avenue N. A report was made regarding an adult male coming to a residence and asking to use the restroom. He was denied access and left. An officer checked the area and was unable to locate the vehicle.
Nov. 17
10:25 a.m. Suspicious activity. Tradewind Avenue. A report was made regarding a resident returning home to find the garage and front door open. No items appeared to be missing from the home.