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RAIDS Online
The Faribault Police Department is now utilizing a crime mapping and analysis interface called RAIDS Online. The interactive police incident map enables users to:
The Faribault Police Department is now utilizing a crime mapping and analysis interface called RAIDS Online. The interactive police incident map enables users to:
- Select a specific address or view a general location
- Turn on a buffer and select a distance to only show crimes around that address
- Choose date ranges going back one year
- Create a density map showing hotspots
Witness a Crime or See Suspicious Activity?
The Faribault Police Department works in partnership with our community to make our city a safer place for all of us. In thisIf you witness a crime or observe suspicious behavior, please call 9-1-1 immediately. You may request anonymity by the telling the dispatcher that you wish to remain anonymous.
If you wish to report a past event, criminal or suspicious activity by e-mail.
You may also report a crime by calling the Faribault Crime Tip Line (507-334-0999) and leaving a message. Please include as much information as you can provide. You may remain anonymous, but remember that it is very helpful to leave information as to how you can be contacted if the investigator needs to contact you. You may certainly request that your name
Is Your Vehicle a Target for Theft?
In order for a criminal to carry out theirThe Faribault Police Department is asking citizens to help reduce theft from vehicles by taking these prevention measures:
- Always lock your vehicle doors even in your own driveway.
- Do not leave valuables in your car. Lock them in your trunk or take them inside.
- If you have a garage, use it, and keep it locked.
- Always park in a well-lighted area.
- Never leave keys in your vehicle.
- Report thefts and any suspicious activity immediately to the police by calling 9-1-1.