Unsolved Crimes

Theft from a Business
May 02, 2024

On May 2nd and May 8th, 2024, the Brookings Police Department took a report of two shoplifting incidents where a female suspect with dark hair and glasses carrying a big bag went into a store in the 2400 block of 6th Street and stole multiple power tools without paying. The Brookings Police Department is looking to identify the female suspect in the photo. The female suspect got into a white Chrysler Town and Country van after both thefts.

If you have information regarding the identity of the suspect, please do not post it on this page or it will be deleted. You can submit an anonymous tip by contacting Crime Stoppers. You will remain anonymous and if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect(s) you will receive a CASH reward. Report an anonymous tip by calling 692-STOP (7867), submit a web tip by visiting our website at www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com, using "Submit a Tip tab on our website, or through P3TIPS app.

Slashing Tires Damage*
September 25, 2023

On September 26th, 2023, the Brookings Police Department took a report of intentional damage to property that occurred at the 500 block of 6th Avenue South. An unknown individual(s) slashed both passenger tires on a Ford Pickup. A small knife puncture hole was observed on both front and back tires. The incident would have occurred on the night of September 25th, 2023 and the estimated damage is around $200.

If you have information regarding the identity of the suspect(s), please do not post it on this page or it will be deleted. You can submit an anonymous tip by contacting Crime Stoppers. You will remain anonymous and if your information leads to the arrest of the suspect(s) you will receive a CASH reward. Report an anonymous tip by calling 692-STOP (7867), submit a web tip by visiting our website at www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com, using "Submit a Tip tab on our website, or through P3TIPS app.

Intentional Damage to Property
September 21, 2023

On September 21st, 2023, at 10 PM, the Brookings Police Department took a report of an intentional damage to property that occurred at 900 block of Southland Lane. An unknown individual(s) cut multiple washer water lines in the laundry rooms on three separate floors at the apartment complex. A large amount of water flooded each floor in the hallways. The estimated damage is around $5,000.

BURGLARY
June 14, 2023

***$500 REWARD PLUS CRIME STOPPERS REWARD

On Wednesday, June 14th, 2023, between 7:30 AM and 6:00 PM, an unknown individual(s) forced entry into a residence in the 300 block of 10th Street West in Brookings, SD. The suspects stole jewelry, a boom box, a laptop, and other miscellaneous personal items.

The victim is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the CONVICTION of the person(s) responsible for the burglary. This reward is above and beyond any reward that would be offered by Crime Stoppers.

If you would like to provide information regarding the identity of the suspect(s) and not remain anonymous, you can contact the Brookings Police Department at 605-692-2113.

If you would like to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers and the $500 reward, you can submit your tip by contacting Brookings Area Crime Stoppers at 605-692-STOP (7876), www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com or through the P3TIPS app. If your tip to Crime Stoppers leads to the ARREST of the suspect(s) you may be eligible for a cash reward from Crime Stoppers. The $500 reward will only be paid out after the CONVICTION of the suspect(s) in the burglary.

INTENTIONAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY IN BROOKINGS
October 30, 2022

STATUS: OPEN

*****$2,000 REWARD LEADING TO THE CONVICTION OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR INTENTIONAL DAMAGE TO PROPERTY IN BROOKINGS****

On Sunday, October 30, 2022, the Brookings Police Department took a report of Intentional Damage to Property in the 1500 block of 8th Street South. It is believed that on the evening of October 29th, 2022, an individual(s) snapped off four smaller pine trees that run along the sidewalk on the south side of the road. The victim and owner of the trees is offering a cash reward of $2,000 for information leading to the ARREST and CONVICTION of the individual(s) responsible for the intentional damage to the trees. This reward is above any reward offered by Crimes Stoppers.

If you would like to provide information regarding the identity of the suspects and not remain anonymous, you can contact the Brookings Police Department at 605-692-2113.

If you would like to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers and the $2,000 reward you can submit your tip by contacting Brookings Area Crime Stoppers at 605-692-STOP (7876), www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com or through the P3TIPS app. If your tip to Crime Stoppers leads to the ARREST of the suspect(s) you may be eligible for a cash reward from Crime Stoppers. The $2,000 reward will only be paid out after the CONVICTION of the suspect(s).

REWARD FOR INFORMATION
August 02, 2022

*****$1,000 REWARD LEADING TO THE CONVICTION OF PERSON(S) RESPONSIBLE FOR TAMPERING WITH LUG NUTS IN VOLGA****

Over the past year there have been several incidents reported of lug nuts being tampered with and loosened. It is believed some of these have occurred within the City of Volga. The City of Volga has authorized a $1,000 reward for information leading to the CONVICTION of the person(s) responsible for tampering with lug nuts in Volga. This reward is above any reward offered by Crimes Stoppers.

If you would like to provide information regarding the identity of the suspects and not remain anonymous, you can contact the Brookings County Sheriff’s Department at 605-696-8300.

If you would like to remain anonymous and be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers and the $1,000 reward you can submit your tip by contacting Brookings Area Crime Stoppers at 605-692-STOP (7876), www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com or through the P3TIPS app. If your tip to Crime Stoppers leads to the ARREST of the suspect(s) you may be eligible for a cash reward from Crime Stoppers. The $1,000 reward will only be paid out after the CONVICTION of the suspect(s) in the Volga area.

GRAND THEFT
July 30, 2022

Sometime between July 11th, 2022 and July 30th, 2022, an unknown person stole a 1995 Honda outboard boat motor from a boat in the 200 block of Railroad Street in Brookings. The estimated value of the motor is approximately $3,000.

BURGLARY
March 19, 2022

On Saturday, March 19th, 2022, the Brookings Police Department took a report of a burglary that occurred at Pioneer Park. An unknown individual(s) broke out a window on the Pioneer Cabin and stole two old books and an iron press. At this time it is unknown what date or time the burglary occurred.

$500 REWARD *
June 20, 2021

$500 guaranteed reward for the arrest of the suspect!!!

On Sunday, June 20th, 2021, at approximately 1049 pm: the Brookings Police Department responded to an armed robbery that just occurred at 600 6th Street, Corner Pantry (formerly Gas ‘N Mor). Through the course of the investigation, officers learned the male suspect pointed a black handgun at the employee and demanded cash. The employee complied with the suspect’s demand and the suspect fled the store with an undetermined amount of cash.

The suspect fled on foot to the southeast after exiting the store. The employee was not injured and the public is not believed to be at risk at this time. The suspect was described as being a skinny, dark complected Caucasian male, who was approximately 5’ 6” tall and was soft spoken. The employee stated the suspect was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt that possibly had red and white print across the chest. He was wearing a black mask and black pants.

Also pictured is the actual shirt worn by the suspect during the robbery. If you have information as to the owner of the shirt or know someone who owns the shirt and may fit the suspect's description you please contact law enforcement with the information.

If you have information on this crime, please contact the Brookings Police Department at 605-692-2113. If you would like to remain anonymous, please submit your tip by contacting the Brookings Area Crime Stoppers at 605-692-STOP (7867), www.brookingsareacrimestoppers.com or through the P3TIPS app. If the tip you submit to the Brookings Area Crime Stoppers leads to the arrest of the suspect, you may be eligible for a cash reward.