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Crime and fire report: 9 arrested, 14 medical transports needed from 52 reported incidents at WE Fest 2021

From Wednesday, Aug. 4 to Sunday, Aug. 8, 52 confirmed incidents were reported from WE Fest at Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, which included 9 individuals arrested and 14 outside medical transports were needed. The arrests were for made for: minor consumption, assault, trespass, exposure and theft, among other violations.

CRIME WEB GRAPHIC DLPF

The following reports were compiled from the Becker County Sheriff’s Office and Detroit Lakes Police Department from an official with knowledge of the cases, unless otherwise noted.

Thursday, Aug. 5

4:30 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, intoxicated male taken back to his campsite without incident.

8:44 a.m., 33000 block 130th Avenue, Ulen, Atlanta Lutheran Church burglarized. A cabinet, candlestick holders, an air compressor and a hose were stolen.

8:49 a.m., 26000 block Crane Road, Ogema, vehicle damage to a parked pickup truck.

9:40 a.m., 22000 block County Road 37, Detroit Lakes, miscellaneous items stolen from the yard and unused vehicle.

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10:13 a.m., 1300 block Pelican Lane, Detroit Lakes, vulnerable adult lost an undisclosed amount of money in an online scam; under investigation.

2:10 p.m., 31000 block Valley View Road, Frazee, motor of a weed roller stolen.

3:21 p.m., near County Road 6 and Highway 59, Detroit Lakes, individual selling fraudulent WE Fest tickets.

4:08 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, a 24-year-old male and a 36-year-old male were trespassed from the property for not following commands. The 24-year-old male was arrested on an unrelated warrant.

4:19 p.m., at Walmart at 1583 Highway 10, Detroit Lakes, two counterfeit bills were passed.

4:36 p.m., near County Road 6 and Highway 59, Detroit Lakes, individual selling a fraudulent WE Fest ticket.

4:58 p.m., near County Road 21 and 250th Avenue, Detroit Lakes, hit-and-run involving two vehicles. No injuries were reported.

5:42 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, 50-year-old male transported to a nearby medical clinic with unknown injuries or condition.

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5:55 p.m., 27000 block County Road 21, Detroit Lakes, traffic stop. Female arrested on suspicion of DWI.

7:29 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, concertgoer treated for a possible knee injury.

7:55 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, concertgoer transported to a nearby medical clinic with a dislocated knee.

9:28 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, male assaulting a female at the VIP ticket entrance. No medical needed. No arrests.

9:52 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 70-year-old male, weak and lethargic, taken to a medical clinic.

10:42 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 18-year-old male unconscious; taken to a clinic.

10:54 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, 40-year-old male unresponsive; taken to a clinic.

11:15 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, concertgoer reported being assaulted; treated on-scene.

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11:32 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, assault. An individual was removed from the property and arrested.

11:42 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, 18-year-old female unresponsive; taken to a clinic.

Friday, Aug. 6

12:20 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, person with a dislocated shoulder.

1:32 a.m., near County Road 22 and Highway 59, Detroit Lakes, male party suicidal; one arrsted

6:51 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, male party removed from the campground.

6:57 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, 55-year-old male experiencing seizures; taken to a clinic.

7:59 a.m., 27000 block County Road 21, Detroit Lakes, gas pump drive-off.

11:36 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, license plate stolen from a vehicle.

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12:28 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, suspicious package found at the East Gate.

2:09 p.m., at Walmart at 1583 Highway 10, Detroit Lakes, shoplifting.

2:35 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 19-year-old cited for minor consumption and removed.

2:53 p.m., 25000 block County Road 37, Detroit Lakes, vehicle and brush fire. Firefighters extinguished the blaze after 90 minutes.

2:56 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, mid-20s-male suffering from delirium; treated on-scene.

3:31 p.m., 900 block Willow Street, Detroit Lakes, 31-year-old male fell out of a tree and suffered a possible spinal cord injury. The man was transported in serious condition to a regional medical facility for additional treatment.

4:17 p.m., at Walmart at 1583 Highway 10, Detroit Lakes, shoplifting.

4:20 p.m., 1200 block 8th Street, Detroit Lakes, bicycle stolen within the last two days.

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4:27 p.m., at U-Stuff and Storage, Audubon, padlock cut to a unit. Air fryer and bow and arrow set stolen.

4:38 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, EMS dispatched for an unknown medical.

8:17 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 20-year-old female party with an arm laceration. A tourniquet was applied and the woman was transported to a nearby medical clinic.

9:01 p.m., 400 block east Main Avenue, Frazee, syringe found on property.

10:28 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, male party unresponsive. Alcohol related.

Saturday, Aug. 7

1:09 a.m., 100 block west Maple Avenue, Frazee, alleged sexual assault. Incident occurred in Otter Tail County; under investigation.

1:47 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, female party reported an assault. Parties are intoxicated and don’t wish to pursue charges.

1:55 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, four, 19-year-olds cited for minor consumption violations.

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2:01 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, a person attempted to light a portable toilet on fire.

5:16 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, male party hyperventilating; taken to a clinic.

7:36 a.m., 19000 block Lee Lake Road, Lake Park, house fire. Extinguished.

8:26 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, physical assault reported. Unknown arrests or injuries.

9:19 a.m., Meadows Edge Apartment building, Detroit Lakes, debit card stolen from a purse.

11:10 a.m., near County Road 22, Detroit Lakes, a female reported being struck by a purple SUV while walking on the side of the road. No medical attention needed.

2:18 p.m., mile marker 40 on Highway 34, Detroit Lakes, two vehicle crash between a camper and a car. No injuries.

3:17 p.m., 100 block Roosevelt Avenue, Detroit Lakes, wallet stolen from the roof of a parked vehicle.

3:37 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, a person complained of back pain.; taken to a clinic.

4:13 p.m., at Menards at 1465 Menard Avenue, Detroit Lakes, unauthorized use of a rebate check.

6:32 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, male party in jean shorts is reportedly “high;” one arrested.

10:56 p.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, EMS dispatched on a medical call. No report of injuries or transport.

11:41 p.m., 1200 block 8th Street, Detroit Lakes, fireworks.

11:46 p.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, one arrest made for a potential theft of unknown items.

Sunday, Aug. 8

12:06 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, individual unresponsive. EMS was dispatched.

12:37 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, female party reported an assault at the WE bar, near the Ranch House. No medical attention needed. No arrest.

1:00 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, two individuals detained by security in an unknown incident. No report of medical assistance or arrests.

1:02 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, tent burglarized. Unknown items missing.

1:11 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, fireworks.

1:17 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, person experiencing chest pains; taken to a clinic.

2:23 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, a large disorderly group is forming. One arrested for minor consumption and one arrested for fleeing law enforcement.

2:42 a.m. WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, a party was assaulted by an egg. One individual was cited for minor consumption.

2:48 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, five portable toilets tipped over.

2:54 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 18-year-old male from Wisconsin was arrested for minor consumption.

3:07 a.m., 25000 block Brandy Lake Road, Detroit Lakes, assault involving two parties. No medical attention needed. No arrests.

3:09 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, a 19-year-old female was arrested for minor consumption, presenting a fake ID card and theft.

3:16 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 52-year-old male was arrested for exposure and trespassing.

3:22 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, portable toilet set on fire in the Viking Campground

3:45 a.m., WE Fest campgrounds, Detroit Lakes, 20-year-old male unconscious; taken to a clinic.

9:08 a.m., 20000 block Audubon Lake Road, Audubon, alleged domestic abuse. No medical attention needed. No arrests made. The case has been referred to the county prosecutor’s office for potential charges.

10:20 a.m., 24000 block east Munson Drive, Detroit Lakes, male party with an axe to their throat. The man was intoxicated; taken to a clinic..

10:38 a.m., 300 block east Frazee Street, Detroit Lakes, assault involving two parties. One arrested. No medical attention was needed.

11:30 a.m., Soo Pass Ranch, Detroit Lakes, a male party claims they were assaulted by concert security and is experiencing wrist pain. Their pregnant girlfriend is experiencing stomach pain. No medical attention was needed and no arrests.

12:09 p.m., 200 block Heights Ridge Lane, Detroit Lakes, girlfriend allegedly slashed the caller’s tires. No medical attention was needed and no arrest.

1:38 p.m., 200 block east Central Street, Detroit Lakes, female party suicidal. Officer resolved the situation. No medical attention needed.

10:07 p.m., near City Park, Detroit Lakes, a large group of individuals were smashing plastic bottles with bats. The officer talked to them and the group cleaned up the area.

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