Below is a Crime Report from the Southwest Journal dated April 15-28, 2013. This type of crime is rare in our neighborhood, so we suggest parents use it as a teachable moment to remind your kids of personal safety. If you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood, call 911. For information on reporting a crime or an incident, please check with the Minneapolis police department here.

March 31 at 3 p.m. 51st & Xerxes Ave S.: Two boys, 14 and 15, were walking in an alley when they were approached by five males wearing hooded sweatshirts. The larger group punched the two boys in the face and took $10 from one of them.