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Press Release - May 22, 2009
The Fayette County Sheriff’s
office is announcing its intent to submit application for the BJA FY 09 Recovery
Act Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program. The intent and
purpose of this application is for emergency vehicle equipment to outfit
one-patrol vehicles with emergency lighting and radio equipment that is
presently utilized by the sheriff’s office patrol units.
The Fayette County Sheriff’s Office is announcing its intent to submit
application for the BJA FY 09 Recovery Act Assistance to Rural Law Enforcement
to Combat Crime and Drugs: Facilitating Rural Justice Information Sharing. The
intent and purpose of this application is for mobile data computer equipment and
for surveillance equipment.
We want to refresh the citizens of the following news report sent out several months ago. These groups are calling area residents and we want to make sure you are informed. Please do not give money to these organizations, as they DO NOT support your local deputies.
Many residents have received calls from either the American Deputy Sheriff's Association or the United States Deputy Sheriff's Association. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office DOES NOT support either of these groups. They tell you the deputies need bullet-proof vests. Each deputy in Fayette County is provided with a bullet proof vest. These tactics are used to solicit money from you. Before you ever give money, please contact our office to check on the validity.
The Fayette County Sheriff's Office does support the Iowa State Sheriff's and Deputies Association. The Iowa State Sheriff's and Deputies Association does not solicit by phone. They only solicit by direct mail. This mailing is done with the Sheriff's signature at the bottom of the letter. We have many honorary members and don't want the public to be confused with this.
Sheriff Marty
Fisher
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
Crime victims and the general public can access the information by calling a local toll-free number or visiting a web site given to the victim by law enforcement any time of the day or night. VINE communicates with jail and prison booking systems in near real-time, transmitting updated information to the Data Network. Victims can inquire whether an offender is held in jail, as well as the facility’s location.
Users can register to be notified immediately of a change in the offender’s status, such as release, transfer, or escape. When a notification is triggered, VINE automatically calls the number or numbers the victim has provided. Calls continue for a designated period of time, or until the victim enters a four-digit PIN.
This system is fed information from the Fayette County Jail computer system to the national VINE network. This system will be used by the Fayette County Sheriff's Office Domestic and Sexual abuse Response Team (D.A.S.A.R.T) and other law enforcement agencies in the county. Currently agencies in DASART are West Union, Oelwein and Clermont police departments, however any agency in the county will be trained by the Sheriff’s Office and can have victims use VINE. If you have any question on Iowa Vine and how the Fayette County Sheriff's Office will use it please call the Sheriff’s Office for details.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE :
Fayette County Sheriff issue Appeal to Citizens in Fight Against Crime
Responding to the increasing number of people wanting to assist law enforcement officials and build a stronger partnership in the fight against crime, Sheriff Marty Fisher today announced that Fayette County citizens are being invited to become Honorary Members of the Iowa State Sheriff's and Deputies Association Institute.
Membership appeals go out in the mail shortly. Individuals choosing to join the voluntary program can do so for as little as $20, while businesses can show their support for a $50 contribution. The funding provides critically important technical resources, training, and legislative support on key criminal justice issues. Contributions are tax-deductible and unlike other organizations in our state,. the Membership Program does not solicit membership by telephone.. "With government funding becoming increasingly difficult to secure, the membership drive has taken on greater importance than ever before," said Sheriff Fisher. "The funding is vital to helping us carry out our mission of making our communities safer places to live, work and play."
The program is committed to its "No Telemarketing" policy and only sends invitations to citizens to become members by mail. Individuals that do not receive a membership appeal and would like more information can do so by contacting the Iowa State Sheriffs and Deputies Association Institute at PO Box 526, Atlantic, IA 50022, Phone (712) 243- 2206. Information also available online, www.issda.org Residents can also become members of the program by contacting the Sheriff's Office. The membership program was formed to provide citizens with an opportunity to lend their support to more effective law enforcement and help local law enforcement officers protect the lives and property of citizens..
"As the need for building stronger public-private law enforcement partnerships in the country continues to escalate, programs such as this continue to grow in importance," said Sheriff Fisher. "I encourage everyone receiving a membership appeal to consider joining forces with us by becoming an Honorary Member. It is a valuable investment in the future." If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact Sheriff Marty Fisher at (563) 422-6067 ext 231.
November 4 - Fayette County Sheriff's Office announces certified D.A.R.E. Officer
Sheriff Deputy Joe Miller new D.A.R.E Officer for Fayette
County Sheriff's Office
April 10 - On 3/31/09 at approximately 7:45 pm, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle on Cedar Rd. south of Elgin for a traffic violation. Upon investigation it was determined that 46 yr old Douglas John Fischer of Elgin, was intoxicated. Fischer was placed under arrest and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with OWI.
April 10 - On 4/2/2009 8:22 P.M.
the Fayette County Sheriff's Office responded to a one vehicle rollover accident
at the intersection of Hwy 18 and Garden Road. Once deputies arrived they found
Andres Ramirez Gomez ( Aka, Fernando Garcia), age 27 of Postville trapped inside
his vehicle. West Union Area Ambulance and Fire Department arrived at the scene
and removed Gomez from his vehicle. Gomez was then transported to Palmer
Hospital and later air lifted out to the University Hospital in Iowa City. At
the time of the news release Gomez was in serious condition. The Sheriff's
office suspects alcohol played a factor in the accident and it remains under
investigation.
April 10 - On 4/3/2009 at 9:20 P.M. a Fayette County Deputy while on patrol in Arlington observed four subjects walking down the roadway carrying alcohol. Upon further investigation the following subjects were charged and one Arrested. Brandon M Taylor, age 20, Katie L Fliehler, age 20 both of Strawberry and Wayne A Leonard age 19 of Arlington were cited and released for minors in possession of alcohol and Cody Wayne Kraus, age 21 of Arlington was arrested and charged with supplying alcohol to minors. He was transported to the Fayette County Jail.
April 10 - On 4-3-09 at approx.10:27 PM the Fayette County Sheriffs Office received a 911 call from 19275 100th St. Westgate. Upon further investigation Raymond D.Tellin 27 was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Sheriffs Office where he was charged with Domestic Assault a simple misdemeanor.
April 10 - On 4/4/2009 a Fayette County Deputy stopped Bryan Keith Lynch, age 43 of Westgate for a moving violation and upon further investigation discovered Lynch was in possession of a controlled substance. Lynch was arrested and taken to the Fayette County Jail and charged with possession of a controlled substance, marijuana third offence and possession of drug paraphernalia.
April 10 - On April 4th 2009 at 9:25 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a vehicle in the middle of the roadway at 1578 G Ave. near Aurora . A Fayette County Deputy responded to the location and discovered no one was in the vehicle. He checked the area for the driver, Trent Allen Smith of Oelwein, IA and after checking with numerous friends and relatives by the Fayette County Sheriff's Office and Buchanan County Sheriff's Office, Smith was unable to be located. Trent is 5'11", 180 lbs and 44 years old. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office, Iowa State Patrol, Iowa State Patrol Airplane, Aurora Fire Dept., Stanley Fire Dept. and Buchanan Co. Sheriff's Office are conducting an in depth search at this time. Anyone with any information on Smith's whereabouts is asked to contact the Fayette County Sheriff's Office at (563) 422-6067.
After a 10-hour search of over twenty two square miles in Fayette and Buchanan county the Fayette County Sheriff's Office has stop the physical search of the missing person Trent Smith. The sheriff’s office followed numerous leads yesterday and combed the area of were the vehicle driven by Smith was located late Saturday night. Yesterdays search was conducted by air land and phone and the contact of every friend and family members they could speak to. The Sheriff’s office at this time does not suspect any foul play and will continue to investigate and follow up on any leads. If any information leads authorities to another area they may conduct another search. If you have any information your encouraged to contact the Fayette County Sheriff's Office at 563-422-6067.
UPDATE:
After a four-day search the Fayette County Sheriff's Office reported at approximately 3:23 P.M. Deputies found the body of the missing person Trent Allen Smith, age 44 of Oelwein. It appears that Smith died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Smith was found in the attic of his home. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office and the family of Smith would like to thank the Fayette County Emergency Management, Aurora, Oelwein and Stanley Fire Departments, Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management, The Iowa State Patrol for the Air and ground officers, the division of criminal investigations (DCI) and all volunteers who helped in the search. “Our prayers and thoughts are with the family”
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April 10 - On 4-6-09 at 8:56 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was notified of a single vehicle rollover at the intersection of R Avenue and 35 th Street. After an investigation by a Sheriff's Deputy it was determined that Nicholas Douglas Westphal 22 of Oelwein was driving a 1993 Dodge Dakota pick when he turned the corner to short and rolled the pickup on its top in the east ditch. there were no injuries reported. The Westphal vehicle was considered a total loss. Westphal was charged with failure to maintain control.
April 10 -
After a week long
investigation the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search of an Elgin
Residence. The Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant on 4/1/2009 at 4:45
P.M. Item seized resulted in the arrest and charging of Steven Michael Kerner,
age 35 of Elgin. Kerner was arrested and charged with Twenty Six (26) counts of
sexual exploitation of a minor, possession of the controlled substance marijuana
and possession of drug paraphernalia. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office
computer crime expert will take other evidence seized and upon further
investigation more charges could be filled. Kerner was taken to the Fayette
County Jail were he currently awaits his initial appearance. The Federal Bureau
of Investigations (FBI) also assisted the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office in
this case. If convicted of the currant charges Kerner could serve over a thirty
two year prison term.
April 15 - On April 9, 2009 at 5:41 AM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Hwy. 3 and Hwy. 187. When the Deputy arrived, it was learned that 58 year old Richard Seehase of Guttenberg was driving his 2009 Ford F350 and turned into a 1995 Pontiac Bonneville driven by 44 year old Kathleen Bond of Arlington. Bond's vehicle sustained approximately $200 worth of damage and Seehase's vehicle was about $800 worth of damage. Seehase was charged with Fail to Maintain Control of Vehicle. There were no injuries.
April 15 - On 4-12-09 at approx. 11:00 PM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle North of 80th ST on Hwy 150 for an equipment violation. Upon further investigation the driver of the vehicle Isreal Ortiz, 23 of Postville was arrested for driving while barred. Ortiz was transported to the Fayette County Sheriffs Office where he was charged with driving while license barred, 17 counts of driving while suspended for non-payment of Iowa fine and one count of driving while suspended for failure to file SR insurance and held awaiting his initial appearance.
April 15 - On April 11, 2009 at 10:09 pm Fayette County Sheriff's Office was notified of a one vehicle accident north of Elgin on Hwy W51. Upon further investigation by Sheriff's deputy it was determined that Kandice Elise Pope age 16 of Volga was driving a Red 2001 Pontiac Bonneville south bound when she lost control and went into the west ditch. The vehicle sustained approx. $100.00 damage. No injuries reported the driver was cited for failure to maintain control.
April 15 - On April 11 2009 at approximately 3:14 AM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on Highway 18 Northeast of Clermont. After an investigation by the deputy , Darrek James Graap 34 of Clermont was arrested and charged with second offense Operating While Intoxicated an Aggravated Misdemeanor. Graap was transported to the Fayette County Law Enforcement center where he was held for a magistrate appearance.
April 15 -On 4-11-09 at approx. 12:11 AM a Fayette County Deputy responded to a residence in the city of Oelwein along with the Oelwein Police Dept. after the Oelwein Police Dept. received a report of a Domestic Assault. Upon further investigation the deputy arrested Karol N. Makin 24 of Oelwein for possession of marijuana and possession of drug paraphernalia. Makin was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Sheriffs Office where she was held.
April 15 - Area Fayette County Fire Departments responded to approximately 22 fires throughout the county from Tuesday April 7 until Sunday April 12, 2009. These ranged from field fires to grass and ditch fires that got out of control. Sheriff Marty Fisher cautions that although there is not a burn ban in place at this time, residents should use caution when lighting fires on dry windy days. If you are planning a large controlled burn, it is requested that you notify the Fayette County Sheriff's Office (563) 422-6067 Option 0 and your local fire department ahead of time.
April 15 -
COOPERATIVE EFFORT BETWEEN SHERIFF’S OFFICE & DNR NABS ILLEGAL HUNTER
At about 4:56 PM April 14, 2009 the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received a call reporting someone shooting from a vehicle on Acorn Road near highway 56. The reporting party described two vehicles that appeared to be traveling together. Within a few minutes a Fayette County Sheriff’s Deputy located vehicles matching the description given, parked at a bar in Wadena. The Sheriff’s Deputy had the DNR Game Warden notified, who was enroute shortly and arrived at the scene to aid in the investigation. One vehicle driven by Daniel D. Herrmann, age 49 of 414 Lawrence St., in Evansdale, Iowa was found to contain a loaded .270 caliber hi-powered rifle, blood, feathers, and part of a wild turkey, along with a knife smeared with blood. Daniel Herrmann was cited for Manner of Conveyance (loaded gun in vehicle), and unlawful transportation of an untagged wild turkey. He is set to appear in Magistrate Court in Fayette County April 29, 2009 at 9:00AM.
April 24 - On 04-19-2009 at approx. 9:13 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of car/deer accident on Hwy 150 south of King Rd. Upon further investigation Amy C. Pfiffner, 21 of Ridgeway was southbound on Hwy 150 when deer entered roadway & was struck. Pfiffner was not injured in the accident & her 1997 Ford Escort was a total loss.
April 24 - On 4/17/2009 the Fayette County Sheriff's Office filed charges on Andres Ramirez Gomez, age 27 of Postville for operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated, failure to maintain control, no proof of insurance and no valid Iowa drivers license. Theses charges are from an accident dated back on 4/2/2009.
April 24 - On April 18, 2009 Clayton County Authorities arrested Thomas Jerome Smith III age 30 of West Union on a Fayette County Warrant for Failure to Appear he is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail on $1000.00 Bond.
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April 24 - At 9:46 am on April 22, 2009 the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a call stating that the fugitive Jeffrey Alan Happel, 40, from Arlington, who was being sought on a warrant out of Clayton County, may be located at 6238 40th Street. Upon the arrival of the Deputies and Troopers from the Iowa State Patrol, the residence was entered and Happel was located in a bedroom closet where he had stabbed himself in the stomach. Happel was transported to Mercy Hospital in Oelwein where he underwent surgery to remove the knife and was then transferred to Iowa City. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted at the scene by the Iowa State Patrol, the Oelwein Police Department, the Arlington Ambulance, and the Oelwein Area Ambulance.
April 24 - On 4-24-09 at approx. 12:18 AM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle in the city of Oelwein for an equipment violation. Upon further investigation the driver of the vehicle Dustin L. Truax 29 of Waterloo was driving on a suspended drivers license. Truax was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Sheriffs Office where he was charged with two counts of driving while suspended. Truax also had two valid arrest warrants for failure to appear out of Butler County and original charges were theft in the 4th degree and Harboring a runaway. Bond was set in the amount of $1025.00 dollars cash only. The Fayette County Sheriffs Office was assisted by the Oelwein Police Dept.
April 24 - On 04-23-2009 at approx. 19:19 hrs the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report car/deer on Hwy 3 & W-Ave. Upon further investigation Samantha S. Foster, 19, of Tripoli was westbound when deer entered the roadway & was struck by her 2004 Grand Prix. Foster was not injured & her vehicle sustained approx. $2500.00 in damage.
April 24 -
Deputy MIke Everding Deputy Shawn Alber
Fayette County Sheriff’s Office News Release
220 North Industrial Parkway, West Union Iowa 52175
March 27 2009 “ Not By
Accident”
Fayette County Sheriff Marty Fisher is pleased to announce that recently he had
two of his Deputies certified in “Technical Collision Investigation”.
Deputies Mike Everding and Shawn Alber recently completed an eighty-hour
course of instruction in Technical Collision Investigation that was hosted by
the Iowa Law Enforcement Academy and presented by the Iowa State Patrol.
The Technical Accident Investigators course was developed to give the individuals a solid technical background in the ever increasingly complicated field of accident investigation. Extensive research was conducted to ensure accuracy. The latest techniques and procedures were covered in detail with emphasis placed on practical demonstrations by utilizing the training received in an accurate and proficient manner. The Technical Investigator will also have to demonstrate their proficiency by preparing a technical investigative report for formal evaluation.
Some of the topics covered were Crash Data Retrieval Systems, Vehicle Examines, Damage Analysis, Occupant Restraint Use Indicators, Drag Factors, Scale Diagrams, Measurements and Momentums; also covered were the Formulas used in determining vehicle speeds, Skid Marks and Photography.
Sheriff Fisher also has deputies that are
certified as Canine Handler, Clan Lab Investigation/Safety Certified, Marijuana
Testing Expert, Drug Recognition Expert, Computer Evidence Recovery Expert,
Voice Stress Analyzer, Taser Instructor, Firearms Instructor, Domestic and
Sexual Abuse Response Team, Specialized Emergency Response Team and D.A.R.E.
Instructor.
Sheriff Marty Fisher
Fayette County Sheriff’s Office
220 North Industrial Parkway
West Union Iowa 52175
563-422-6067
April 27 - On April 26 2009 at 12:57 AM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation on Nature Road. After an investigation by the Deputy, Dillon Lee Knox age 20 of Hawkeye was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated a serious misdemeanor. Knox was transported to the Fayette County Law Enforcement Center where he was held for a magistrate appearance.
April 27 - On 4/26/09 at 9:19 AM the Sheriff's Office received a report of a vehicle in a field that had a lot of damage on Hwy 3 east of W-13. An investigation determined that Aryn Alizabeth Menuey age 20 from Oelwein was operating a 1989 Chevy truck westbound on Hwy 3 when she lost control and entered the south ditch where it struck a tree. The vehicle was considered a total loss. Aryn had minor injures but refused any medical treatment. Aryn was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where she was charged with Operating while intoxicated 1st offense and held awaiting an appearance with a Magistrate. The Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol.
May 8 - On 4/25/2009 a Fayette County Deputy Stopped Dawn Renee Turner age 38 of Fayette for driving on the wrong side of a two-way roadway. Upon investigation the deputy found Turner to be intoxicated. Turner was arrested and taken to the Fayette County Jail where she was charged with operating while intoxicated second offense, having an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle and driving on the wrong side of a roadway.
May 8 - On April 29, 2009 Black Hawk County Authorities arrested Jessie Lamont Millsap age 37 of Waterloo on a Fayette County Warrant for Assault On A Peace Officer he is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail on $2,500.00 bond.
May 8 -On April 30, 2009 Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Jacob David Bush age 22 of Oelwein on a Fayette County Warrant for Probation Revocation original charge Burglary in the 3rd Degree. He is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail on $2,500.00 Bond.
May 8 - May 1, 2009 The Fayette County Sheriff's Office charged Ryan Allen Church - Nichols age 19 of Ossian with Theft in the 5th Degree. Charges stem from an investigation into a theft from a Rural Hawkeye residence that was reported to the Sheriff's Office on March 20, 2009. Incident remains under investigation and other charges are pending.
May 8 -On 5/1/09 at 3:02 pm a Deputy stopped a vehicle for speeding at 40th St and J Ave. A passenger Matthew Michael Wenthe age 41 from Oelwein was arrested on a Butler County Warrant for Failure to Appear. Matthew was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he posted $400 cash bond and was released.
May 8 - On 5/1/09 a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation. The driver Shane Benjamin Kafka age 21 from Stewartville, MN was operating the vehicle with a revoked Iowa drivers license. Shane was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with driving while license revoked and fail to file SR 22 insurance. He was held awaiting an appearance with a magistrate.
May 8 -On 5/2/09 at 1:23 pm the Sheriff's Office responded to a 2 vehicle accident in the city limits of Clermont. A 2007 Subaru operated by Douglas L. Butikofer from LaGrange, IL was making a left turn onto Union St. from Mill St. when a 1981 Chevy Camero operated by Jerry William Brown from Clermont failed to see the oncoming vehicle and pulled into the path of the turning vehicle. There was an estimated $2500 damage to the Subaru. No one was injured. Jerry Brown was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with Driving while license revoked, Fail to obey stop or yield sign and operating a non registered vehicle.
May 8 -On Saturday May 2, 2009 at approximately 2:15 AM a Fayette County Deputy observed a vehicle driving slowly around Clermont Implement. After further investigation, the vehicle was found stopped with its lights off. When the deputy came up on the vehicle to investigate, the vehicle tried to leave the area, but was stopped. After investigation, it was learned that 28 year old Pedro Ramon of Postville was intoxicated. He was charged with Operating While Intoxicated, Driving While License Suspended, and Failure to Prove Security Against Liability. Ramon is being held at the Fayette County Jail on a hold for Immigration & Customs Enforcement (ICE).
May 8 -On Tuesday May 5, 2009 at 11:45 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a call from a residence in Hawkeye for a disturbance. The reporting party stated there was a subject going after them with a baseball bat. When Deputies arrived, it was learned that 48 year old John George Busarow of Hawkeye had gotten into an argument with two other people and began fighting. Busarow then left the residence and came back with a baseball bat to continue fighting. Busarow was subdued, and after investigation, it was learned that he was also intoxicated. Busarow was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Operating While Intoxicated 2nd Offense. He was transported to the Fayette County Jail and held for an initial appearance.
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May 8 - On Tuesday May 5, 2009 at 11:45 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a call from a residence in Hawkeye for a disturbance. The reporting party stated there was a subject going after them with a baseball bat. When Deputies arrived, it was learned that 48 year old John George Busarow of Hawkeye had gotten into an argument with two other people and began fighting. Busarow then left the residence and came back with a baseball bat to continue fighting. Busarow was subdued, and after investigation, it was learned that he was also intoxicated. Busarow was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Operating While Intoxicated 2nd Offense. He was transported to the Fayette County Jail and held for an initial appearance.
May 8 -On 5-8-09 at approx. 12:08 AM a Fayette County Deputy arrived at a residence on Center St in the city of Elgin after it was reported that the subject who lives at the apartment was being harassed. Upon further investigation it was learned that Rey Diaz 32 of Clermont was giving tattoos at the residence. Diaz did not have a permit to do so and was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Sheriff's Office where he was charged with tattooing without a permit, a serious misdemeanor. Diaz was booked into the Fayette County jail waiting his initial appearance.
May 8 -On 5-7-09 at approx. 9:52 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a car vs. deer accident. Upon further investigation David W. Gyorko 25 of West Union was traveling eastbound on Hwy 18 west of X Ave. when a deer ran into the road and struck the vehicle. Gyorko was driving a 2000 Chrysler Town and Country Mini Van and the van sustained approx. $5000.00 dollars damage. He was not injured.
May 8 - On May 7, 2009 Postville police arrested Andres Ramirez Gomez age 27 of Postville on a Fayette County Warrant for O.W.I. 1st offense. He is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail on $1000.00 Bond.
May 8 - On 5/8/2009 at 9:11 A.M. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office responded to a two vehicle motor vehicle accident at the intersection of M Ave and 190th street. Once deputies arrived they discovered a 2004 truck driven by Alfred A. Baillargon, age 66 of Randalia had been hit by a 1993 flat bed truck driven by Justin Alan Steinlage, age 27 of West Union. Steinlage failed to stop at the stop sign at the intersection and collided with the Baillargon vehicle. Baillargon was transported by NE Iowa transport for minor injuries. Steinlage was cited for fail to obey a stop sign.
May 8 -In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726, designating May 15 as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day, and the week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week. The law was amended by the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, Public Law 103-322, signed by President Bill Clinton, directing that the flag of the United States be displayed at half-staff on all government buildings on May 15 each year. While the actual dates change from year to year, National Police Week is always the calendar week, beginning on Sunday, which includes May 15.
Proclamation for National Police Week and Police Memorial Day
Whereas, the Congress and the President of the United States have designated May 15 as Peace Officers’ Memorial Day and the week in which May 15 falls as National Police Week; and
Whereas the members of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office play an essential role in safeguarding the rights and freedoms of the people of Fayette County; and
Whereas it is important that all citizens know and understand the duties, responsibilities, hazards, and sacrifices of their Law Enforcement agency, and that members of our Law Enforcement agency recognize their duty to serve the people by safeguarding life and property, by protecting them against violence and disorder, and by protecting the innocent against deception and the weak against oppression; and
Whereas, the men and women of the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office unceasingly provide a vital public service;
Now, therefore, I, Sheriff Marty Fisher call upon the citizens of Fayette County and upon all patriotic, civic, and educational organizations to observe the week of May 10-16, 2009 as Police Week with appropriate Ceremonies and observances in which all of our people may join in commemorating law enforcement officers, past and present, who by their faithful and loyal devotion to their responsibilities, have rendered a dedicated service to their communities and, in doing so, have established for themselves an enviable and enduring reputation for preserving the rights and security of all citizens.
I further call upon all citizens of Fayette County to observe May 15 as Peace Officer’s Memorial Day in honor of those Law Enforcement Officer’s who, through their courageous deeds, have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community or have become disabled in the performance of duty, and let us recognize and pay respects to the survivors of our fallen heroes.
In witness thereof, I have here unto set my hand.
Martin M.
Fisher
Sheriff of Fayette County
May 20 - On May 9, 2009 Fayette County Sheriff's Office charged Christopher Anthony Andorf age 21 of RR Arlington with Failure to comply with sex offender registry 2nd offense ( class D Felony).
May 20 - On May 8, 2009 Cass County Authorities arrested Tanya Roseann Simerson age 32 of Oelwein on a Fayette County Warrant for Assault Causing Bodily Injury. Tanya was released after posting a $2500.00 bond.
May 20 - On May 9, 2009 at approximately 4:29 AM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was called to a one-vehicle accident on Hwy. 187 near 20th Street. When the Deputy arrived, it was learned that 21 year old Ian Lusthoff of Elkader was traveling north on Hwy. 187 when he lost control of his vehicle, rolling it once into the ditch. Upon further investigation, it was learned that Lusthoff was intoxicated. Lusthoff was transported to the Fayette County Jail and charged with Operating While Intoxicated (1st Offense) and Fail to Maintain Control. Lusthoff was treated for minor injuries and his 1994 BMW was totaled.
May 20 - On 05-09-2009 at approx. 5:10 pm the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of car/ tractor accident at 280th st & W-Ave. Upon further investigation Kent V. Harms, 55, of Tripoli was southbound on W-Ave when attempting to pass a tractor that was driven by Randy J, Busta, 47, of Ft. Atkinson when he was making a left turn into a driveway. Harms avoided the tractor hitting a mailbox cause approx. 1500.00 damage to his 1996 Dodge Caravan. No injuries were reported in the accident. The accident remains under investigation.
May 20 - On 5-10-09 at approx. 5:00 PM the Fayette County Sheriffs Office received a report of an assault that occurred in the city of Maynard. Upon further investigation Joshua A. Bernendes 28 of Maynard was charged with Serious Assault (serious misdemeanor) and Willful injury a Class D felony.
May 20 - On May 8, 2009 a Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Cody Lynn Williams age 23 on a Mittimus for Fail to serve jail sentence, with the original charge being OWI 2nd Offense. Williams will be held in the Fayette County Jail until his 7 day sentence is served.
May 20 - On May 8, 2009 a Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Dale Patrick Winter, age 41 on a Mittimus for Fail to serve jail sentence, with the original charges being Possession of a controlled substance 2nd offense and driving while barred. Winter will be held in the Fayette County Jail until his 7 day sentence is served.
May 20 - On May 8, 2009 a Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Joseph John Davis on a Mittimus for Fail to serve jail sentence, with the original charge OWI 2nd Offense. Davis will be held in the Fayette County Jail until his 45 day sentence is served.
May 20 -
Fayette County Sheriff's
Office is assisting the Arlington Fire Department and the State Fire Marshall's
Office in an investigation into a suspicious fire that was reported May 9, 2009
where a vacant house located at 8196 50th ST Arlington was found to be fully
engulfed. The House was owned by Rodney Hamlett of RR Lamont.
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May 20 - On May 14, 2009 at approximately 9:07 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was called to 205 1st Ave. NE in Waucoma for an assault that had occurred earlier in the week. Upon investigation, Jody Clifford Myers was arrested and charged with Domestic Abuse Assault (3rd or subsequent Offense) which is a Class D felony. Myers was transported to the Fayette County Jail, where he was held for an initial appearance.
May 20 -On 05-16-2009 at approx. 4:27 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a Car/deer accident on Hwy 93 east of Q-Ave. Upon further investigation Donna L. Johnson, 44, of Elgin was westbound on Hwy 93 with her 2006 Chrysler Pacifica when a deer entered the roadway & was struck. There were no injuries reported & her vehicle sustained approx. $2000.00 in damage.
May 20 - On 05-16-2009 at approx. 7:25 PM a deputy stopped a vehicle on L Ave South of HWY 150 for a driving infraction. Upon further investigation Kathleen Michelle Kuennen, 42, of Maynard was arrested & charged with operating while intoxicated 1st offense, operating on expired driver's license & no insurance. Kuennen was transported to the Fayette County Jail where she was held for magistrate.
May 20 - On Monday May 18, 2009 at 1:45 AM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle for running the stop sign at the intersection of Hwy. 150 and Hwy. 18. Upon investigation, it was learned that the four occupants of the vehicle were consuming alcohol. The driver, 20 year old Heather Fee of Waukon, was charged with Possession of Alcohol Under Age, Open Container, Fail to Obey a Stop Sign, and was revoked for a .02 violation. The three passengers, 18 year old Christina Peterson of Waukon, 17 year old Robert Carey of Decorah, and 17 year old Ericka Ford of Waukon were charged with Possession of Alcohol Under Age, and Open Container. Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted by West Union Police Department.
May 20 - On 5/16/2009 A Fayette County Sheriff Deputy stopped a vehicle in Elgin for a violation. Upon further investigation the driver, Carole Jacqueline Doty, age 52 of Elgin was suspended four times for non payment of traffic fines. Doty was arrested and taken to the Fayette County Jail.
May 20 - On May 18, 2009 a Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Hercules Lee Stewart age 25 of Postville in West Union on a Fayette County Warrant for Failure To Appear. Mr. Stewart is currently being held in the Fayette County Jail on $2,500.00 Bond.
May 26 - On 5/23/09 at approximately 12:15 am, the Fayette County Sheriffs Office received a report of a car/deer accident on Golden Rd. Upon investigation by the deputy, a 1997 Dodge Intrepid operated by 16 yr old Dean Olson of West Union was traveling eastbound on Golden Rd. and struck a deer. Approximately $2500 damage was sustained to the vehicle and no injuries were reported.
May 26 - On May 22, 2009 at 8:20 pm the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a car/ deer collision that had occurred .5 mile west of G Avenue on Kornhill Road. The investigating Officer determined that a 2004 Ford Taurus operated by Jonathon Douglas Luchsinger, 28, of West union , was unable to avoid striking a deer that had run into the roadway. There was approximately $1500 damage to the vehicle.
May 26 - On May 23, 2009 at 10:20 PM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle for an equipment violation on Hwy. 18 near H Ave. Upon investigation, it was learned that the driver, 21 year old Ajay Richards of Hawkeye, was suspended from operating a motor vehicle in the State of Iowa. Richards was cited with a promise to appear in court for Driving While License Suspended and released.
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May 26 - On 5/22/09 at approximately 12:42 am, the Fayette County Sheriffs Office received a report of a one vehicle accident on Fox Rd. just north of 157th St. Upon investigation by the Sheriff's Deputy, a 1999 Dodge Caravan operated by 18 yr old Lesleigh Miller of Wadena, was northbound on Fox Rd. and lost control rolling into the ditch. No injuries were reported and the caravan sustained approximately $3000 damage. Miller was cited for fail to maintain control. The Fayette County Sheriffs Office was assisted at the scene by the Wadena Fire Department.
May 26 - On 5/22/09 at approximately 4:35 AM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a car/deer accident on Hwy 3 west of V68. Upon investigation by the deputy, a 2002 Dodge Intrepid operated by 48 yr old Alice Benter of Oelwein was westbound on Hwy 3 and struck a deer. There was approximately $3000 damage sustained to the Intrepid.
May 26 - On May 20, 2009 Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Rebeckah Marie Staton age 50 of Edgewood on a Fayette County Mittimus for failure to serve jail sentence. She will be held in the Fayette County Jail till her sentence is served.
June 4 - On 05-29-2009 at approx. 9:37 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a vehicle rollover at the entrance of Echo Valley Park. Upon further investigation Troy L. Youngblut, 40 of Hawkeye was arrested for operating while intoxicated & transported to the Fayette County Jail. Youngblut was not injured in the accident & was also charged with Failure to Maintain control & operating a non-registered vehicle.
June 4 - On 5-29-09 at approx. 10:23 PM the Fayette County received a report of a car vs. deer accident on Hwy 150 and N Ave. Upon further investigation the driver of the 2004 Pontiac Grand AM, Jacklyn F. Smith 19 of Oelwein, was traveling east when a deer ran from the north ditch and struck the front of the vehicle causing approx. $1600.00 dollars damage to the vehicle. No body was injured in the accident.
June 4 - On 5-30-09 at approx. 2:31 AM a Fayette County Deputy located a vehicle on Great River Road near Ironwood road which officers were searching for as the vehicle had fled from Deputies earlier in the night in Howard County. A Fayette County Deputy stopped the vehicle and identified the driver as being Cody L .Alley 21 of Clermont. Alley was arrested for operating while intoxicated and driving while suspended and was transported to the Fayette County Sheriff's Office where he was charged with operating while intoxicated first offense and driving while license suspended. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol.
June 4 - On May 29, 2009 Fayette County Sheriff's Deputy arrested Johannes William Kane age 31 of Fairbank on the charge of Theft in the first degree a (Class C Felony) Charges stem from completion of an investigation into a theft from a rural Oelwein residence that was reported to the Fayette County Sheriff's Office on May 20, 2009. Johannes Kane is being held in the Fayette County Jail on $10,000.00 bond.
June 4 - On May 29, 2009 at 10:06 am the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a motor vehicle collision that had occurred on 90th Street .1 mile east of I Avenue. The investigating Officer determined that a 1995 Freightliner with a bulk tank had blown out a right front tire and gone into the south ditch impacting the embankment. The operator, Duane Alfred Schmidt, 69, of Arlington was not injured. Approximately 3000 gallons of milk had to be pumped off to another truck before the vehicle could be removed. There was approximately $3000 damage to the vehicle.
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June 16 - On 6/6/09 at 8:49 AM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office took a report of a 2 vehicle accident at the intersection of 60th St and W Ave. An investigation determined that Darwin Eugene Happel of Waterloo was operating a 2005 Freightliner M Line Walk In (Fed Ex Truck) eastbound on 60th St. Darwin was slowing down attempting to make a left turn onto W Ave when a east bound Saturn Outlook operated by Gregory Scott Asche from Parkersburg rear-ended the Fed Ex vehicle. Darwin was transported by Mercy Oelwein Ambulance to Mercy Hospital in Oelwein for injuries. Gregory was not injured but was issued citations for Fail to have a valid drivers license and fail to maintain control. The Fed Ex vehicle sustained approximately $3500 damage while the Saturn was considered a total loss. The Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Oelwein Police Department. Oran Fire Department and First Responders and Oelwein Ambulance.
June 16 - On 6-5-09 at approx. 10:20 PM a Fayette County Deputy arrested Albert L. Cline 23 of West Union for disorderly conduct and public intoxication at the Fayette County Fair Grounds. The arrest was made after Cline had became disorderly while the races were going on. The Fayette County Sheriffs Office was assisted by the West Union Police Dept.
June 16 - On 6/6/09 at 9:43 AM the Sheriff's Office took a report of a vehicle that left the roadway and hit a tree on Hwy 150 and Water St in Fayette. An investigation determined that JoAnn Marie Kauffman from Independence was operating a 1997 Ford Taurus north bound on Hwy 150 when the vehicle left the roadway, entering the east ditch. The vehicle traveled through a couple private residences coming to a final stop against a tree in a back yard. The vehicle was considered a total loss. JoAnn was issued a citation for fail to maintain control. She was transported by Fayette Ambulance to Palmer Hospital to be evaluated. The Fayette County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Fayette Fire Dept. and Ambulance Service.
June 16 - On June 8, 2009 at 10:37 PM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle just east of the intersection of Y Avenue and Oran Street for a traffic violation. After an investigation by the Deputy, the driver of the vehicle, Catherine Ann Piehl age 46 of Oran was arrested and charged with Operating While Intoxicated. Piehl was transported to the Fayette County Jail where she held for a magistrate appearance.
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On 6/5/09 the Sheriff's Office took a report of a burglary that occurred at the concession stand at the ball park in Waucoma. An investigation determined that someone had used a blunt object and forced the door open to the concession stand. It was discovered that several containers of candy, candy bars and misc chips and snack items along with several frozen pizza's were taken. The Waucoma Little League is offering a reward on information leading to the apprehension and conviction of person or persons responsible for the destruction and theft at the ball park's concession stand. If anyone has any information about this incident they are urged to contact the Fayette County Sheriff's Office at (563) 422-6067.
June 16 - On 6/9/2009 at 11:15 A.M. the Fayette County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle just south of West Union for a speed violation. Upon further investigation the driver Laurie Ann Burco, age 41 of Aurora was found to be intoxicated. Burco was arrested and taken to the Fayette County Jail and charged with operating while intoxicated II offense, Speeding, and due to her having her child in the vehicle with her and being intoxicated, she was also charged with child endangerment.
June 16 - On 6/9/2009 The Fayette County Sheriff's Office arrested Ryan Allen Nichols-Church, age 19 of Ossian at a trailer in Fayette. Church was wanted for a warrant out of Fayette County for a failure to appear on a theft charge. Church was taken to the Fayette County Jail.
June 16 - On June 10, 2009 at 8:06 PM a Fayette County Deputy arrested Cody Lee Alley age 21of Clermont on a Howard County warrant for Eluding Law Enforcement Personnel and Driving While Suspended. Alley was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held for extradition.
June 16 - On 6/11/2009 at 3:30 P.M. the Fayette County Sheriff's Office took a 911 call of a three vehicle accident at the entrance to the Corner Market on Hwy 150 and Hwy 3 just north of Oelwein. Once deputies arrived they found that a 2006 Chevy Impala driven by Linda Marie Gilson, age 58 of Lamont was stopped and making a left hand turn when a 2000 Chevy S-10 pick up driven by Brian Edwards Thompson, age 31 of Randalia ran into the back of Gilson's vehicle. Gilson's vehicle was then pushed into oncoming traffic and struck in the front end by a 2008 Cadillac SRX driven by Byron L Tweeten, age 62 of Naples Florida. Gilson was taken to Oelwein Mercy by Wheaten Ambulance service and treated for her injuries. Tweeten and his passenger Shelley B. Burgess, age 55 of Wisconsin were transported by private vehicle to Oelwein Hospital and treated for minor injuries. Thompson, who was not injuries was cited for following to closely and released. Assisting at the scene was the Oelwein Police and Fire Departments. All three vehicles were considered a total loss.
June 16 - On June 12, 2009 at 7:41 PM A Fayette County Deputy arrested Abby Welsh 21, of Oelwein on a Fayette County warrant for Violation of a No Contact Order. Welsh was transported to the Fayette County Jail where she was held on a $ 1000 bond cash or surety.
June 16 - On 06-13-2009 at approx. 6:16 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's deputy stopped a vehicle on Hwy 150 & Jade Rd for a driving infraction. The driver Rodney D. Cornwell, 45, of Lamont was arrested for operating while intoxicated 1st offense & was transported the Fayette County Jail where he awaiting his initial appearance.
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June 23 -On 6/20/2009 at 3:35 P.M. the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office responded to a person lying in the roadway on W-55 (Acorn Rd) about 3 miles south of Elgin. Once deputies arrived they found Female sitting along side the roadway that claimed she was pushed from a moving vehicle by a boyfriend. The victim was transported to Palmer Hospital by NE Iowa transport. After an investigation, the Sheriff’s Office filed charges of Domestic Abuse assault third offense on Michael John Conrad, age 59 of Independence. Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office arrested Conrad and the Fayette County Sheriff's Office transported him to the Fayette County Jail.
June 23 - On 6-21-09 at approx.4:40 AM a Fayette County Deputy stopped a vehicle on East Line Rd near Oelwein and upon further investigation a passenger in the vehicle, Kevin F. Bouck 52 of Oelwein had three valid warrants for his arrest. Fayette county had a valid warrant for probation violation original charge was operating while intoxicated first offense and bond was set in the amount of $1000.00 dollars. Buchanan County also had a valid arrest warrant and that warrant was for failure to appear for arraignment reference operating while intoxicated third offense and possession of marijuana and bond was set in the amount of $1000.00 dollars. Black Hawk County also had a valid arrest warrant of failure to appear and contempt of court reference non-payment of child support, and bond was set in the amount of $1000.00 dollars. Bouck was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Sheriffs Office where he was also charged with interference with official acts.
June 23 - On 6-21-09 at approx. 9:37 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a hit and run accident 5 miles north of West Union on Hwy 150. Upon further investigation the driver of the 2005 GMC Envoy Aimee J. Abrahamson 28 of Williamson was traveling south when the driver of the 1999 Pontiac Grand AM, Amanda L. Jurgens 34 of Waverly, crossed the center line and struck the Envoy. Jurgens continued north and was later located along side the road. Jurgens was transported to Palmer Hospital in West Union by Northeast Iowa Ambulance. The 2005 Envoy sustained approx. $8000.00 dollars damage and the 1999 Pontiac Grand AM sustained approx $5000.00 dollars damage. The Fayette County Sheriffs Office was assisted by the West Union Police Dept. This accident remains under investigation.
June 23 - On June 22, 2009 at 4:00 AM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a call from a rural Hawkeye address in reference to an assault that had occurred. Upon investigation, it was learned that 35 year old Shane Lee Rowray of Hawkeye had assaulted his wife. Rowray was arrested and charged with Domestic Abuse Assault. He is being held at the Fayette County Jail where he awaits an initial appearance.
June 23 - On June 21, 2009 the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was called to a vehicle in the ditch that had rolled over on 30th Street west of R Ave. Upon investigation, it was learned that 18 year old Adriel Moellers of Oelwein was driving a 1999 Ford Escort and lost control and went into the ditch, rolling several times. Moellers was not injured, but the car was totaled. Moellers was charged with Failure to Maintain Control.
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June 29 - June 24, 2009 at 10:17 pm Fayette County Sheriff's Office was notified of a car deer accident 4 miles northwest of Arlington at G Ave. Upon further investigation by Sheriff's Deputy it was determined that Eugene Leo Franzen age 76 of rural Arlington was driving his red 1997 Buick southbound when he struck a deer that had run in to the traveled portion of the roadway. The vehicle sustained approx. $2000.00 damage.
June 29 - On June 23, 2009 at 5:00 pm Fayette County Sheriff's Office was notified of a two vehicle accident at the intersection of Hwy 56 and W51 approximately 3 miles south of Elgin. Upon further investigation by a Sheriff's Deputy it was determined that Katherine Louise Koehn age 34 of Elkader was driving a white 2005 Chrysler mini-van eastbound on Hwy 56 when she collided in to Thomas Owen Miller age 48 of rural Luana who was driving a Black/Silver Ford F250 pickup truck northbound on W51 when he failed to yield at the stop sign. No injuries were reported and both vehicle's were determined to be a total loss. Thomas Miller was cited for failure to yield upon entering a through highway. Elgin Fire Department assisted at the scene.
June 29 - On June 26, 2009 at approximately 12:05 AM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office stopped a vehicle outside of Elgin for a traffic infraction. Upon investigation by the Deputy, it was determined that the driver, 37 yr old John Francis Durnan Jr. of Elgin was intoxicated. Durnan was placed under arrest and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with OWI 1st offense.
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On 6/26/2009 at 6:56 P.M. the Fayette County
Sheriff's Office took a 911 call of a one vehicle accident just north of
Clermont on Hwy 18. Once a deputy arrived they discovered a Tan 1997 Pontiac
Grand Prix driven by Austin Charles Rodgers, age 21 of Postville had lost
control and entered the north ditch. Rodgers was transported by Clermont
Ambulance to Palmer Hospital for minor injuries. Also assisting at the scene
was the Clermont Fire Department. Alcohol was suspected in this incident and
remains under investigation, charges could be filed after the investigation is
complete.
June 29 - On June 28, 2009 at 5:31 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was notified of a single vehicle accident on M Avenue approximately 1/4 of mile South of 220 Street. After an investigation by Sheriff's Deputies it was determined that Danielle Lynn Jermeland 16 of West Union was driving a 2000 Chevrolet Monte Carlo north bound when she lost control and rolled the vehicle on its side into the east ditch. There were no injuries reported. The vehicle sustained approximately $ 1500 in damages. Jermeland was charged with Failure to Maintain Control.
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June 29 - On 6/28/09 at 9:17 PM the Sheriff's Office took a report of an assault that had occurred at Prairie View. An investigation determined that Dawin Renaldo Jetter had assaulted a female resident earlier in the night. Dawin was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was charged with simple assault.
June 29 - On 6/26/09 at 10:54 PM a Deputy on patrol in Arlington noticed suspicious activity at Prairie Hills Park. Two juveniles Jeremy Wallace Call age 17 from Arlington and Mitchell Connolly Moeller age 15 from Strawberry Point were found to be in possession of alcohol. Both were charged with possession of alcohol under the legal age and referred to Juvenile Court.
June 29 - On 6/26/09 at 4:48 PM the Sheriff's Office took a 911 call from Prairie View staff advising of an assault that had occurred on staff members. An investigation determined that 18 yr old Anna Marie Jordan had assaulted 2 staff members. Anna was arrested and transported to the Fayette County Jail where she was charged with assault and held awaiting an appearance with a Magistrate.
June 29 - On June 28, 2009 at approximately 11:30 PM the Fayette County Sheriff's Office was called to Main Street Hawkeye in reference to a disturbance. When Deputies arrived, it was learned that a couple was arguing on main street and both parties had left the area. After further investigation, 34 year old Sean Allen Sandoval (Taylor) was arrested and charged with Domestic Abuse Assault. Sandoval is being held at the Fayette County Jail awaiting an initial appearance. Sandoval also has an outstanding warrant out of the State of Ohio for non-payment of child support, and is being held for extradition.
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Dustin Millard
On 6/27/2009 around 12:00 P.M. the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office took a report from the Buchanan County Sheriff’s Office of a sexual assault victim at a residence in Lamont, Iowa who was assaulted in Fayette County. Once Deputies and members of the Fayette County Sheriff's Office Domestic and Sexual Abuse Response Team (DASART) arrived they spoke to a 16 year-old female victim who reported that she was taken by vehicle to a remote location just north east of Arlington and sexually abused. The victim was taken to Oelwein Mercy Hospital and after an investigation Fayette County Sheriff’s Office filed Sexual abuse in the second degree (“B” Felony) and Kidnapping in the third degree (“C” Felony) on Dustin Lloyd Millard, age 38 of Strawberry Point, IA. Fayette County notified Clayton County Sheriff’s Office that they had charges on Millard and what he was last seen driving. Around 4:30 P.M. a Clayton County Conservation Officer located Millard vehicle and stopped him about two miles from his address. Millard was taken into custody without incident. During the course of this investigation by the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, it was also discovered that Millard might be in possession of Ginseng Root and marijuana plants at his residence. After Millard was taken into custody the Fayette and Clayton County Sheriff’s Office, Clayton County Conservation, Iowa Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the Strawberry Point Police conducted a search of Millard’s residence just north west of Strawberry Point. Authorities found Ginseng root, over 17 marijuana plants, 25 possible marijuana plants and other items that may lead to the filing of more charges in Clayton County. Dustin L Millard was transported to the Fayette County Jail on the sexual abuse in the second degree and the third degree kidnapping charges.