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Sept. 4
5:21 p.m. Traffic stop. Benton Drive. After checking a vehicle’s registration, it was found the driver had a revoked license. The driver stated she was unaware it was still revoked but admitted to not having insurance on the vehicle. She was issued a citation for both violations and the vehicle was towed.
Sept. 5
9:33 p.m. Juvenile complaint. 2-½ Street. A complaint was made regarding four juveniles lying in the road. Officers checked the area and were unable to locate anyone.
10:07 p.m. Theft. Walmart. Two males were witnessed attempting to leave the store with unpaid merchandise. Both males admitted to the theft. They were issued citations and released.
10:43 p.m. Suspicious person. Walmart. A complaint was made regarding a male standing near the entrance yelling at people and acting odd. The male, at first, gave the officer an incorrect name and later admitted to his real name. It was found he had two arrest warrants. He was placed under arrest and transported to Stearns County Jail.
Sept. 6
10:02 a.m. Suspicious person. 12th Street N. A report was made of two males walking around the water tower. Officers spoke with the males who stated they were by the shelter because they were going to play basketball and were about to leave because they forgot their ball.
1:09 pm. Found property. 2-½ Street N. A bike was found lying near the pine trees. It’s being held at the Sartell Police Department.
Sept. 7
2:09 a.m. Fight. G-Allen’s. A report was made of an active fight in the parking lot. Officers arrived and the fight had already stopped. Staff stated they broke up the fight but were not aware of who started it. Officers remained in the area until all parties left.
5:55 p.m. Fight. 7th Street N. A report was made of two males fighting. Officers arrived and spoke with both parties. One male admitted to being the one who antagonized the fight and threw the first punch. He was issued a citation for assault and possession of tobacco. He was transported back to his residence and officers explained the situation to his mother.
Sept. 8
7:48 p.m. Traffic stop. Benton Drive. A vehicle was witnessed traveling 56 mph in a posted 30-mph zone. The driver stated he was unaware of his speed. He was issued a citation and released.
Sept. 9
1:12 p.m. Theft. Watab Park. Two males were witnessed taking a picnic table apart and loading it in their vehicle. Officers were able to locate the males. They were both issued citations for the theft.
10:11 p.m. Loud music. Hi-Vue Drive. A complaint was made regarding loud music coming from a residence. The owner apologized stating he didn’t realize the time, and turned it down.
Sept. 10
4:20 p.m. Juvenile problem. Riverside Avenue. A complaint was made regarding young children walking and playing too close to the roadway. An officer arrived and spoke with the children about the dangers and had them move away from the side of the road.