If you have a tip concerning a crime, call the St. Joseph Police Department at 320-363-8250 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 a crime.
Aug. 20
2:20 a.m. Noise complaint. 11th Avenue S.E. Police were dispatched to a fireworks complaint. The complainant stated they sounded as if they were being set off right behind her residence. The area was searched, but no individuals could be located.
1:31 p.m. Medical. Dale Street E. Authorities responded to a female with breathing and mobility issues. Upon arrival, police were met by the woman’s husband. She was conscious but confused and appeared to be shaking. Gold Cross Ambulance transported the woman to St. Cloud Hospital for further evaluation.
Aug. 21
1:24 a.m. Alarm. Birch Street W. Police responded to an alarm at a local business. Upon arrival, officers checked the perimeter of the building and cleared the area. The key-holder was advised to reset the alarm. No further action was taken.
11:33 a.m. Vandalism. Ash Street E. Authorities responded to a complainant whose lawn had been vandalized. According to the complainant, a party had been held next door the night before. Individuals from the party had walked through her newly-seeded lawn, broke a branch off her apple tree and tipped the port-a-potty over into her yard. Reports and pictures were filed.
10:38 p.m. Gunshot. Birch Street E. Police were dispatched to a gunshot complaint. The anonymous complainant stated he clearly heard five gunshots in the area. The grounds were searched, but authorities were unable to locate anything out of the ordinary.