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Records published May 27, 2022

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May 27, 2022 05:00 AM
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Criminal damage to property

WILLMAR — New graffiti was reported under the 1st Street Bridge in Willmar. The report, taken at 8:18 a.m. Thursday, said the damage was on the east side of the pillars.

Arrests

WILLMAR — A 28-year-old man was arrested on drug charges around 11:24 p.m. Wednesday at a residence on the 1500 block of Becker Avenue Southeast in Willmar. Several Willmar police officers responded to the address.

WILLMAR — A 36-year-old man was arrested around 9:48 p.m. Wednesday at a residence located on the 1200 block of Olena Avenue Southeast in Willmar. According to the Willmar Police Department media report, the individual was arrested on several charges. Several officers responded to the scene.

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