No Need For Keys Here? Two MN Cities So Safe They Don’t Lock Doors
Do you feel safe enough in your hometown to leave your doors unlocked at night? There are a few places left in Minnesota that still feel that way.
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How Apartment Dwellers Can Avoid Being a Victim of Porch Pirates
Christmas time is the busiest time of year for package deliveries. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers has some suggestions for those who live in multi-family dwellings to avoid becoming victims of package theft. Mages says most apartments have a designated room where packages can go or they are accepted in the office.
Romance Scam Alert in Central MN
A recent scam to be aware of involves attempts to extort money from victims on dating sites. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says this scam involves people posing as someone they aren't threatening individuals with photos they don't likely have and demand payment so these photos don't become public.
Snowmobiles Stolen, Theft from Vehicle in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a stolen vehicle on the 200 block of 14th Avenue South. Alicia Mages of Tri-County Crimestoppers says it is a 1998 Flood trailer with Minnesota license 5038CTE. The trailer also had 4 late 90s Polaris snowmobiles on it.
Stolen Vehicle in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting a stolen vehicle on the 3000 block of Division Street West. Alicia Mages from Tri-County Crimestoppers says it is a 2005 gold Chevy Silverado 1500 HD crew cab with a flat bed. Mages indicated suspects arrived in a black Buick Enclave.
Porch Pirates Are Working Hard This Holiday Season- What You Need To Know
Although a security camera may help catch the thieves, it often does NOT deter them from taking your packages.
How Not to Be a Victim While Shopping
This weekend is a big weekend for shopping and Alicia Mages from Waite Park P.D. and Tri-County Crimestoppers has some suggestions so you don't become a victim.
Man Accused of Beating Another Man at St. Cloud Homeless Shelter
A man staying at a St. Cloud homeless shelter is charged with felony assault after allegedly attacking another man and beating him unconscious.
Benton County Sheriff Looking for Whoever is Dumping Tires
The Benton County Sheriff's Office is looking for help finding whoever has been illegally dumping tires near St. Cloud and Sauk Rapids.
Stolen Vehicles and Burglaries in St. Cloud
The St. Cloud Police Department are reporting numerous stolen vehicles. The first was on the 1400 block of 14th Avenue North. The vehicle is a dark blue Chevy Sonic with Minnesota License plate DLD 405.