Armed Robbery 20-03002
February 13, 2020

On February 13, 2020, Sioux Falls Police responded to an armed robbery near the intersection of West 57th Street and South Marion Avenue. The investigation found that an unknown suspect had entered the business, approached the employee, and displayed a gun.  The suspect was able to obtain an undetermined amount of money and fled from the business to the north. The suspect was described as an African American male, 5’9” with an athletic build and carrying a black and silver handgun.  He was last seen wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt, black sweat pants, black tennis shoes, and a green/white bandana covering his face.  SFPD CC#2020-03002.

Job Site Theft 20-02473
February 06, 2020

On February 5, 2020, Sioux Falls Police responded to a larceny near the intersection of East 41st Street and South Linedrive Avenue. The investigation found that unknown suspects had broken into a building under construction.  Numerous construction tools were stolen and the total loss is in excess of $2,000.  SFPD CC#2020-02473.

Tailgate Thefts 20-01837
January 30, 2020

Over the course of the last several weeks the Sioux Falls Police Department responded to multiple reports of tailgates being stolen from vehicles.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect selected random parked vehicles in the parking lots of closed commercial businesses.  The suspect then steals the tailgate.

Stolen Vehicles
January 23, 2020

Since January 1, 2020, Sioux Falls Police have responded to 58 stolen vehicles.  A large number of these stolen vehicles had the keys in the vehicle and were running.  Some tips to prevent stolen vehicles are: 1-Never leave your car running or the keys in the ignition when you’re away from it.  2-Always roll up the windows and lock your car, even if it’s in front of your home.  3-Park in busy, well lighted areas.  Don’t be a victim of this serious crime.  

Storage Unit Burglary 20-00843
January 16, 2020

On January 13, 2020, Sioux Falls Police responded to a storage unit facility near East 60th Street and North Cliff Avenue for a burglary.  The investigation found that unknown suspects had broken into a storage unit at the facility.  Numerous construction tools were stolen and the total loss is in excess of $15,000.  SFPD CC#2020-00843.

Thefts 20-00502
January 09, 2020

Over the course of the last several weeks the Sioux Falls Police Department responded to multiple reports of catalytic converters being cut off vehicles.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect selected random parked vehicles in the parking lots of closed commercial businesses.  The suspect then cuts off the catalytic converters.  SFPD CC# 2020-00502.

Bicycle Theft 19-26303
December 26, 2019

On December 24, 2019, the Sioux Falls Police Department received a vandalism report from a business near West 28th Street and South Minnesota Avenue.  The reporting party advised that an unknown suspect(s) had cut a fence to gain access to a storage area outside the business.  The investigation found that several donated bicycles were stolen from this storage area during the overnight hours.  The total amount of loss from damage and theft was $5000.00.   SFPD CC#2019-00026303

Armed Robbery 19-25298
December 12, 2019

On December 11, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to an armed robbery near the intersection of East 10th Street and South Sycamore Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect entered the business and told the employee working to “give me the money”.  The employee gave the suspect an undetermined amount of money and he then fled from the business.  The suspect was described as a male wearing a gray towel over his head, black jacket, blue jeans, and white shoes.  SFPD CC#2019-25298.                                     

Armed Robbery 19-24761
December 05, 2019

On December 5, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to an armed robbery near the intersection of West 49th Street and South Louise Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect entered the business and put several items in a shopping basket.  The suspect then exited the store without paying for the items.  An employee of the store attempted to stop the suspect after he exited the store.  The suspect then pulled out a knife and waved it at the employee.  SFPD CC#2019-24761.      

Armed Robbery 19-24159
November 29, 2019

On November 25, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to an armed robbery near the intersection of East 14th Street and South 2nd Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect entered the business and put several items in a shopping basket.  The suspect then exited the store without paying for the items.  An employee of the store attempted to stop the suspect after he exited the store.  The suspect then pulled out a knife and attempted to stab the employee.  A picture of the suspect is attached.   SFPD CC#2019-24159.

Armed Robbery 19-23778
November 21, 2019

On November 20, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to an armed robbery near the intersection of West 41st Street and South Carolyn Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect entered the business and pointed a black handgun at the employee working and demanded money.  After obtaining an undetermined amount of money the suspect fled from the business.  The suspect was described as a Native American female, wearing a black shirt, black pants, and a black mask covering her face.  SFPD CC#2019-23778.

Package Thefts
November 14, 2019

Residential Burglary 19-22411
November 07, 2019

Residential Burglary
October 31, 2019

On October 27, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to a residential burglary near the intersection of West 26th Street and South Kiwanis Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect forced entry into the home through a patio door to gain access.  Once inside the home, the suspect stole numerous pieces of jewelry and collectible coins.  The value of the stolen items and damage done to the home is approximately $6,000. 

Job Site Theft 19-21479
October 24, 2019

Burglary 19-20259
October 17, 2019

On October 8, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to a burglary near the intersection of West 57th Street and South Western Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect made entry into the business by breaking a glass door.  Once inside the suspect stole an undermined amount of money.  SFPD CC#2019-20259.

Vandalism 19-20175
October 10, 2019

On October 7, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to a vandalism near the intersection of West 9th Street and South Dakota Avenue.  The investigation found that two suspects hit multiple parking meters with a sledge hammer.  The suspects then stole the money from the parking meters.  The damage done to the parking meters and the stolen money is approximately $4,000.  A picture of the vehicle driven by the suspects is attached.  SFPD CC#2019-20175.

Burglary 19-18468
October 03, 2019

On September 15, 2019, Sioux Falls Police responded to a burglary near the intersection of East 10th Street and South Cleveland Avenue.  The investigation found that an unknown suspect entered the business by forcing open a door.  Once inside the business the suspect stole numerous items.  The damage done to the building and the loss of the stolen items is approximately $3,000.  SFPD CC#2019-18468.

9-26-19 Vehicle Vandalism
September 26, 2019

On September 14, 2019, Deputies with the Minnehaha County Sheriff’s Office responded to a vehicle vandalism near Interstate 90 and 461st Street.  The investigation found that the victim was driving eastbound on Interstate 90 when he saw 3 subjects standing on the overpass of 461st Street.  As the victim drove under the overpass the subjects threw an object and it stuck the victim’s windshield. The object caused significant damage to the windshield.  A picture of the damaged vehicle is attached.  MCSO CC#2019-02323.

Burglary 19-18659
September 19, 2019