Clay County, Iowa Sheriff's Office News Releases for criminal complaints, arrests and accidents.

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7/27/2010

On July 22nd, approximately 2:00am, the Clay County Sheriff's Office was called to investigate suspicious persons in Royal and discovered a burglary had occurred at Frederick's Grocery Store on Main Street. An investigation was initiated and on Monday, July 26th, three persons were arrested in direct connection to the burglary, two additional were arrested on various charges related to the burglary, one person was arrested on an active Clay County warrant and one was arrested related to a stolen vehicle from O'Brien County.

Arrested and charged are the following:

Drew Danial Lane, 18, Spencer Burglary-3rd Degree
Theft-2nd Degree
Operation w/o Owners Consent

Dylan Joseph Schmidt, 20, Terrill Burglary-3rd Degree
Theft-2" Degree
Operation w/o Owners Consent

Matthew Back, 16, of rural Hartley Burglary-3rd Degree (2 counts)
Theft-2nd Degree
Operation w/o Owners Consent Eluding
Failure to Yield to Emergency Vehicle Driving under Suspension
Speed

Joe Edward Engelkes, 23, Spencer Accessory After the Fact (aiding Burglary-3rd)
Theft-5th Degree (possession of stolen property)

Catherine Arlene Baker, 18, Spencer Accessory After the Fact (aiding Burglary-3rd)
Theft-5th Degree (possession of stolen property)

Matthew Ray Murphy, 16, Hartley Burglary-3rd
Theft-2nd Degree (possession of stolen property)

Joshua Allen Norgart, 20, Spencer Failure to Appear

Back and Murphy were apprehended in O'Brien County after leading authorities on a high speed pursuit after stealing a vehicle near Paullina and driving to Clay County where the pursuit began.
All of the adults were placed in the Clay County jail and the juveniles, apprehended and facing criminal charges in O'Brien County, were transported to the YES Center in Cherokee.

The Clay County Sheriff's Office was assisted in the investigation and apprehension of these individuals by the Spencer Police Department, O'Brien County Sheriffs Office, Iowa State Patrol and the Hartley Police Department.

Chief Deputy Bradley A. Hawley
Clay County Sheriff's Office Spencer, IA 51301

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-27-10

COMPLAINTS

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Michael Menard (51) Brandy Chapman (25) Age:
Persons Address: Gillett Grove, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-23-10/ 0243 hrs
Location of Arrest: 310 Railway St. Gillett Grove, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Public Intoxication
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy observed suspicious activity on the deck of the Rendezvous bar. Upon investigation, it was found that Chapman and Menard were drinking alcoholic beverages after hours on the deck of the bar. Both Menard and Chapman appeared to be intoxicated. After testing both subjects, they were placed under arrest for Public Intoxication and were transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident.
Menard and Chapman were both charged with Public Intoxication, a Simple Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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DEPUTIES # 21-5 21-9
ACCIDENT LOCATION: 160th ave and 330th st
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 07-25-10 1338 hours

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Thomas Bruns Age: 42
Drivers Address: Everly, IA
Vehicle Description: 1996 Chevy Lumina
Vehicle Damage: Totaled
Vehicle Owner: Same as driver

2nd VEHICLE

Drivers Name: Timothy Mielke Age: 32
Drivers Address: Greattinger, IA
Vehicle Description: 2002 Chevy Suburban
Vehicle Damage: Totaled
Vehicle Owner: Same as driver

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

A total of 5 adults and 2 children were taken to the Spencer Hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

ACCIDENT DETAILS

Bruns was east bound on 330th Ave and Mielke was north bound on 160th Ave.
They met at the intersection at the same time. The Mielke vehicle then struck Bruns vehicle at that time. Bruns had two other adult passengers, a Terry Henderson of Everly and a Donna Hansen of Everly. Mielke had three other passengers a Jill Mielke and two children all of Graettinger. The Clay Co Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol, Everly Fire and Rescue and the Fostoria Fire and Rescue along with Spencer Paramedics.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name: Bruns, Thomas
Address: Everly
Charge: Fail to yield to a vehicle to the right
Citation issued: XXX
Placed in Jail:
Charges Pending:

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Deputies # 21-2
Date: 07/25/2010

COMPLAINTS

Business/Persons Name:
Address:
Address of Complaint:
Date Complaint Reported: 07/25/2010
Date Complaint Occurred: 07/25/2010
Type of Complaint: Operating While Intoxicated
Details of Complaint: Subject was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated, and driving while revoked, and given a citation for speeding.

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Cory Luong Baccam Age: 21
Persons Address: 710 6th Avenue E in Spencer Iowa 51301
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/25/2010 at 03:34 am
Location of Arrest: Highway 71 and 450th Street
Arrest Charge: Operating While Intoxicated, Driving while revoked.
Details of Arrest: While out on patrol, a Clay County Deputy observed a vehicle speeding and locked him on radar doing 80 in a 55mph zone. During the person to person contact phase of the traffic stop, the Deputy was advised the driver was currently under revocation and did not have a valid drivers license. After talking with the driver, the Deputy could smell alcohol and had the driver do a series of field sobriety test. After the series of test, the driver was arrested for Operating While Intoxicated and transported to the Clay County Jail for processing.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-5
Date: 07/23/10

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Krista Lyn Doll Age: 30
Persons Address: Milford, IA
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/23/10 1655 hrs
Location of Arrest: Hy-Vee parking lot
Arrest Charge: Driving while revoked
Details of Arrest: At approximately 16:30 hrs the Spencer Communications Center received a phone call from a subject that said that there was a vehicle in the parking lot of the South Park Mall that was being driving by a female subject that did not have a license. The caller did give a name of the driver and the communications center did verify that the female subject did in fact have a suspended license. A Clay County Deputy located the vehicle in question and then stopped it in the Hy-Vee parking lot. The Deputy learned at that time the person that was thought to be driving was a passenger in the vehicle, but the current driver identified as Krista Doll also did not have a valid driver’s license. A check with the Spencer Communications Center showed that Doll’s license was revoked due to an OWI test failure. Doll was then arrested and taken to the Clay County Jail were she was charged with driving on a revoked license a serious misdemeanor. She was held on a $1000 bond. Doll was also cited for not showing any proof of insurance for the vehicle.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: xxx
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-22-10

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Persons Name: Benjamin Federspiel Age: 52
Persons Address: Everly, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-20-10/ 2308 hrs
Location of Arrest: 1600th block of 330th St.
Arrest Charge: Driving Under Suspension
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop with having prior knowledge that the registered owenr had a suspended drivers license. Upon making contact with the driver, it was found that Federspiel was driving the vehicle. Federspiel was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Federspiel was charged with Driving Under Suspension and for No Proof of Insurance, both Simple Misdemeanors.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: XXX
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-2
Date: 07/21/2010

COMPLAINTS

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Address:
Address of Complaint: 512 North Adams Street Everly Iowa
Date Complaint Reported: 07/21/2010
Date Complaint Occurred: 07/21/2010
Type of Complaint: Burglary 3rd Degree
Details of Complaint: Brandon Reed Harris entered the residence of 512 Adams Street in Everly, knowing he didn't have the right to enter the residence. The victim states she used to date the individual, and had broken up with him several weeks ago. She also states that the individual (her ex-boyfriend) had found out she was dating someone else and had become very upset and angry. He had made several threats over the cell phone and on this particular night, accessed her residence and damaged a lot of her personal property. He had threaten to come over and catch her at home, and cause her harm, she left the residence immediately, and upon his arrival, no one was at the residence, so he damaged her property and personal items including furniture.

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Brandon Reed Harris Age: 28
Persons Address: PO Box 351 Everly Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/22/2010
Location of Arrest: Clay County Jail
Arrest Charge: Burglary 3rd Degree Class D Felony
Details of Arrest: Brandon Reed Harris entered the residence of 512 Adams Street in Everly, knowing he didn't have the right to enter the residence. The victim states she used to date the individual, and had broken up with him several weeks ago. She also states that the individual (her ex-boyfriend) had found out she was dating someone else and had become very upset and angry. He had made several threats over the cell phone and on this particular night, accessed her residence and damaged a lot of her personal property. He had threaten to come over and catch her at home, and cause her harm, she left the residence immediately, and upon his arrival, no one was at the residence, so he damaged her property and personal items including furniture

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-21-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Kyle Fuhrman Age: 18
Persons Address: Webb, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-21-10/ 2303 hrs
Location of Arrest: 516 Church St. Webb, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy was assisted by a Storm Lake Deputy on a warrant check and upon investigation, it was found that the subject they were looking for was not at the residence. Upon further investigation, it was found that Fuhrman was in possession of drug paraphernalia. Fuhrman was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Fuhrman was charged with Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, a Simple Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-20-10

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Persons Name: Joel Priest Age: 20
Persons Address: Spencer, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-20-10/ 1707 hrs
Location of Arrest: E. 4th St. and 4th Ave. East in Spencer, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Driving While Barred
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop with having prior knowledge that Priest had a barred drivers license. Upon making contact with Priest, he was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Priest was charged with Driving While Barred, an Aggravated Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: xxx
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10/ 21-2
Date: 7-20-10

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Persons Name: Kirstyn Jones Age: 18
Persons Address: Storm Lake, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-19-10/ 2244 hrs
Location of Arrest: Jacobsen Homes Parking Lot in Spencer, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop for a traffic violation and upon investigation, it was found that Jones had been drinking and was under the legal drinking age of 21. The Deputy ran Jones through field sobriety tests and determined that she was over the .02% b.a.c. law for people under the age of 21. The Deputy advised Jones that she was not under arrest as this was only an administrative action on her drivers license although she would have to be taken to the Clay County Jail for further testing and would then be released. Upon further investigation, the Deputy observed an unusual lump in the front of Jones' shorts and asked her about it. Jones denied having anything in the shorts at first but then handed the Deputy 2 glass marijuana pipes. Jones was then placed under arrest and was then transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Upon further investigation at the jail, it was found that Jones had a baggie of a marijuana inside of her bottom undergarment. Upon completion of testing at the jail, Jones' drivers license was revoked for 60 days for a .02 violation. Jones was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance-Marijuana, a Serious Misdemeanor, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, a Simple Misdemeanor, and Possessing Marijuana in a Correctional Facility, a Class "D" Felony.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-20-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Derick Thomas Age: 24
Persons Address: 10 11th St, S.E. #225 Spencer, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-19-10/ 1810 hrs
Location of Arrest: 409 1st Ave W. Spencer, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Faliure to Comply as a Sex Offender (Class "D" Felony)
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy met with Thomas at the Clay County Jail and upon meeting with Thomas, Thomas was placed under arrest for Failing to Comply as a Sex Offender, a Class "D" Felony. Thomas was booked into the Clay County Jail and was held on a $5000.00 Cash or Surety Bond.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-5 21-9
Date: 07/17/10

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Rodney Menhusen Jr. Age: 22
Persons Address: Sutherland, IA
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/17/10 1015am
Location of Arrest: 100 Blk Main St, Royal, IA
Arrest Charge: Drive while license suspended and improper use of registration
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy made a traffic stop on a vehicle for speeding in the 100 block of main street in Royal. During the stop the Deputy learned that the driver, Rodney Menhusen Jr. had a suspended drivers license. After further investigation the license plates that were on the vehicle Menhusen was driving did not match the vehicle. Menhusen was then taken into custody and transported to the Clay County jail. Menhusen also had an arrest warrant out of Obrien Co for theft 5th. Menhusen was charged with driving on a suspended license, improper use of registration, and speeding. He was held on bond at the Clay County Jail. He was later released into the custody of Obrien County.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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A Check of Kindlespire Park in Clay County lands an Albert City male in the Clay County Jail on drug paraphernalia charges and several others charged with underage alcohol possession.

At approximately 0105 hrs on Friday, the 16th day of July 2010, a Clay County Deputy was conducting a check at Kindlespire Park and noticed a subject take off running and suspicious activity by others. Upon investigation, two 17 year old juvenile males, Webb, Iowa, and, Laurens, Iowa, and Garrett Reed, 19 Albert City, Iowa, and Samantha Hall, 19 Storm Lake, Iowa, were sitting in the picnic table area by the river. The deputy observed beer cans and a strong odor of an alcoholic beverage. The deputy then continued the investigation and observed a dugout through the window of Reed’s truck. Reed was placed under arrest at this time. The two juvenile males were tested and taken into custody for underage alcohol possession.

Upon further investigation, it was found that there was a 16 year old juvenile female from Sioux Rapids, Iowa, a 17 year old juvenile male from Sioux Rapids, Iowa, and 18 year old Kirstyn Jones of Storm Lake, Iowa, were still in the trees. The three subjects came out and the deputy then tested them. The Juvenile male and female were both tested and were taken into custody for underage alcohol possession. The juveniles were transported to the Clay County Jail by the Clay County Jailer. Kirstyn Jones and Samantha Hall were cited into court for Underage Alcohol Possession, a Simple Misdemeanor, and were released.

Reed was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Upon arrival to the jail, Reed was turned over to the jailer to be booked in. Reed was charged with Underage Alcohol Possession and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, both Simple Misdemeanors. The 17 yr old juvenile male from, Webb, Iowa was cited into juvenile court for Underage Alcohol Possession and was released to his father. The 17 year old juvenile male from Laurens was cited into court for Underage tobacco Possession (2nd) and was cited into juvenile court for Underage alcohol Possession and was released to his mother. The 17 yr old male from Sioux Rapids, Iowa was cited into juvenile court for Underage Alcohol Possession and was released to his mother. The 16 yr old juvenile female from Sioux Rapids was cited into court for Underage Tobacco Possession and was cited into juvenile court for Underage Alcohol Possession and was released to the custody of the 1yr old male’s mother.

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DEPUTIES # 21-9, 21-1
ACCIDENT LOCATION: Intersection of 310th St and 200th Ave.
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 16:32 , 7/16/10

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Cory Climer Age: 22
Drivers Address: 611 E 11th St, Spencer
Vehicle Description: Red 1993 Ford F-350
Vehicle Damage: Totalled
Vehicle Owner: Cory Climer

2nd VEHICLE

Drivers Name: Michael Howe Age: 19
Drivers Address: 602 W 5th St, Spencer
Vehicle Description: Black 1998 Chevrolet Cavalier
Vehicle Damage: Totalled
Vehicle Owner: Michael Howe

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

Both Drivers and two passengers received minor lacerations and bruises.

ACCIDENT DETAILS

On Friday Clay County Deputies were called to a two car collision at the intersection of 310th St and 200th Ave. Upon arrival and investigation, deputies learned that driver Cory Climer was traveling eastbound on 310th St when he collided with Michael Howe and two passengers traveling southbound on 200th Ave. All four occupant were transported to Spencer Municipal Hospital where they were treated and released with minor lacerations and bruises. The Clay County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol, Fostoria and Everly Fire and Rescue and Spencer Emergency Response.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name:
Address:
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Citation issued:
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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-15-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Juan Henry Age: 28
Persons Address: Spencer, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-15-10/ 0340 hrs
Location of Arrest: 2900th block of Hwy 71
Arrest Charge: Driving Under Suspension
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. Upon investigation, it was found that Henry had a suspended drivers license. Henry was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Henry was charged with Driving Under Suspension and for Failure to Have a Valid Drivers License both Simple Misdemeanors.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: XXX
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-15-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Joshua Rittenhouse Age: 22
Persons Address: Spencer, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-11-10/ 2215 hrs
Location of Arrest: 4900th block of M-27
Arrest Charge: Driving Under Suspension
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation. Upon investigation, it was found that Rittenhouse had a suspended drivers license. Rittenhouse was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Rittenhouse was charged with Driving Under Suspension, a Simple Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: XXX
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-4
Date: 07-15-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: 17 year old Juvenile male Age: 17
Persons Address: Everly Ia
Date/Time of Arrest: 07-14-10 at 1518
Location of Arrest: RESIDENCE
Arrest Charge: Driving While Suspended
Details of Arrest: An off duty Clay County Deputy witnessed a driver that was suspended in Iowa, driving at 2nd and Rumsey Street in Everly. The violation was on 07-12-10 at approximately 1715hrs. When the Clay County Deputy came back on duty the 17 year old male was cited into court for the violation of driving while suspended.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released: XXX
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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DEPUTIES # 21-5 21-9
ACCIDENT LOCATION: Hwy 71 North of 430th St
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 07/14/10 1522 hrs

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Mark Bergstadt Age: 39
Drivers Address: Spencer, IA
Vehicle Description: 2003 Chrysler Sebring
Vehicle Damage: $6000
Vehicle Owner: same


2nd VEHICLE

Drivers name: Martin Hansen Age: 59
Drivers Address: Arion, IA
Vehicle Description: 2003 Freightliner pulling a 2008 flat bed trailer
Vehicle Damage: $500 to the trailer
Vehicle Owner: Drake Williams Steel, Omaha, NE

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

Minor injuries to Bergstadt.

ACCIDENT DETAILS

Bergstadt was traveling north bound on Hwy 71 in the 4200 Blk when he crossed over the center line and struck the left rear wheel on the trailer being pulled by Hansen. Hansen who was traveling south bound had moved over to the shoulder of the road to try and avoid the accident but was unable. Bergstadt was taken to the Spencer Hospital where he was treated for minor injuries. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol and the Royal Fire and Rescue Department.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name: Bergstadt
Address: Spencer, IA
Charge: Fail to yield half the roadway
Citation issued: XXX
Placed in Jail:
Charges Pending:

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Deputies # 21-5
Date: 07/12/10

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Jerry Wayne Kilts Age: 39
Persons Address: 1022 Main St, Greenville, IA
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/12/10 1500
Location of Arrest: Clay County Jail
Arrest Charge: Parole violation
Details of Arrest: Kilts was charged with a parole violation for an arrest on 07/10/10 for Arson 1st and public intoxication. Kilts was on parole for Driving while barred and two counts of OWI 3rd.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-10-10

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Marcus Ketcham Age: 18
Persons Address: 300 9th St. S.W. Spencer, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-10-10/ 1923 hrs
Location of Arrest: 1500th block of Hwy 18
Arrest Charge: Driving While Revoked
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle with having prior knowledge that Ketcham had a revoked drivers license and also saw Ketcham driving. Upon making contact with Ketcham, he was placed under arrest. A 16 year old juvenile female was cited and released for Permitting an Unauthorized Person to Drive, a Simple Misdemeanor. Ketcham was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Ketcham was charged with Driving While Revoked, a Serious Misdemeanor and for Failure to File S.R. Insurance, a Simple Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Deputies # 21-10, 21-3, 21-4
Date: 7-9-10

COMPLAINTS

Business/Persons Name: Donna Koch
Address: 1022 Main St. Greenville, Iowa
Address of Complaint: 1022 Main St. Greenville, Iowa
Date Complaint Reported: 7-9-10
Date Complaint Occurred: 7-9-10
Type of Complaint: Harassment and Public Intoxication
Details of Complaint: Koch called the Communication Center and reported that Jerry Kilts had been harassing her and stated that Kilts was intoxicated. It was also reported that Kilts was standing outside of her house and was taking things out of her car and that he eventually took off running.

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Jerry Kilts Age: 30
Persons Address: 1022 Main St. Greenville, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-9-10/ 2247 hrs
Location of Arrest: Trierweiler's Shop on the corner of Main St. and Jenkins Ave. in Greenville, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Public Intoxication and Arson (1st)
Details of Arrest: Upon the Clay County Sheriff's Office arrival, the Clay County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation and ultimately found Kilts at Trierweiler's Shop. Kilts was run through several field sobriety tests and was placed under arrest for public intoxication. It was also found that Kilts had lit a newspaper on fire, put it on the front porch deck of the complaints residence, and threatened the complainant and her son that they wouldn't make it through the night. Kilts was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Kilts was charged with Public Intoxication, a Simple Misdemeanor, and Arson (1st), a Class "B" Felony. Kilts is currently being held on a $25,000.00 cash or surety bond.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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Two Spencer females land in the Clay County Jail on charges stemming from a traffic stop on June 19th 2010.

The Clay County Sheriff’s Office conducted an investigation of a stolen registration tag that was being used on a vehicle during a traffic stop in June which resulted in an O.W.I. arrest. Upon investigation, it was found the owner of the vehicle, Jennifer Armstrong, 31, Spencer, Iowa, assisted in the theft of a registration tag from a vehicle at the cardio plus parking lot some time in June. Deputies met Armstrong at her residence and she was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident.

Upon further investigation, it was also found that Heather Peterson, 33, Spencer, Iowa, was involved in the theft of this registration sticker. Deputies met Peterson at her residence and she was placed under arrest and was transported to Clay County Jail w/o incident. Peterson was cited into court for Theft (5th) and was later released. Armstrong was charged with Interference with Official Acts, Operation w/o Registration, and Improper Use of Registration, all simple misdemeanors. Armstrong was later released on a $300 Cash or Surety Bond.

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Deputies # 21-10/ 21-3
Date: 7-9-10

COMPLAINTS

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Tyler Kronemann Age: 22
Persons Address: 1201 North St. Ruthven, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-7-10/ 2059 hrs
Location of Arrest: 1201 North St. Ruthven, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Arrest Warrant for Failing to serve jail sentence in reference to an O.W.I.
Details of Arrest: Two Clay County Deputies conducted an arrest warrant check on Kronemann in reference to an arrest warrant for failing to serve his 7 day jail sentence in reference to an O.W.I. (2nd). Contact was made with Kronemann and he was placed under arrest. Kronemann was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Kronemann was held in the Clay County Jail to serve his jail sentence.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
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Deputies # 21-2
Date: 07/06/2010

COMPLAINTS

Business/Persons Name: Jerry Arthur Markley
Address: 2978-250th Avenue Spencer Iowa 51301
Address of Complaint:
Date Complaint Reported: 07/06/2010
Date Complaint Occurred: 07/06/2010
Type of Complaint: Assault
Details of Complaint: Jerry Arthur Marley was assaulted by his son Wayne Lee Markley Sr, which at the residence or the victim (reporting party). Wayne Markley during a dispute with his father about his personal life, was upset and punched his father then threw some items at him, including a glass of ice tea, and then punched him while his father was sitting in his car.

ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Wayne Lee Markley Sr. Age: 44
Persons Address: 2978- 250th Ave Spencer Iowa 51301
Date/Time of Arrest: 07/06/2010 at 17:17
Location of Arrest: 2978- 250th Ave Spencer Iowa 51301
Arrest Charge: Assault Simple
Details of Arrest: Subject was arrested for assaulting his father while in a dispute at their residence. The Clay County Sheriffs Office was assisted by the Iowa State Patrol.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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DEPUTIES # 21-2
ACCIDENT LOCATION: 270th Avenue & the 4200 Block
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 07/04/2010 (Between 10pm and 8 am)

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Unknown Driver Age:
Drivers Address:
Vehicle Description: Unknown Vehicle
Vehicle Damage:
Vehicle Owner:

2nd VEHICLE

Drivers Name: Age:
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Vehicle Description:
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IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

Nathon Charles Moriston of Spencer Iowa / Leg Bruising injuries

ACCIDENT DETAILS

While out in the middle of a corn field in a secluded area, during a field party, Nathon Moriston reported he was hit by a truck leaving the party they were attending. He later went to the hospital and reported his injuries, and then reported the incident to the Clay County Sheriffs Office.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name: Under Investigation
Address:
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Charges Pending: XXX

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DEPUTIES # 21-5
ACCIDENT LOCATION: 3200 block of M50
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 07-04-10 2135hrs

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Brooke Baschke Age: 18
Drivers Address: Spencer, IA
Vehicle Description: 2000 Chevy Cavalier
Vehicle Damage: $2500
Vehicle Owner: Roger Baschke

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

None

ACCIDENT DETAILS

Brooke Baschke was north bound on M50 when a deer ran out in front of her car. She struck the deer with the front end causing approximately $2500 in damage.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name: None
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DEPUTIES # 21-10, Spencer P.D., Iowa State Patrol, Spencer Hospital, Spencer Fire Dept.
ACCIDENT LOCATION: Hwy 18 and Hwy 71
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 7-3-10/ 1640 hrs

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Jody Henderson Age: 36
Drivers Address: Spencer, Iowa
Vehicle Description: 2001 Ford Ranger
Vehicle Damage: $3000.00
Vehicle Owner: Same Above

2nd VEHICLE

Drivers Name: Janet Price Age: 63
Drivers Address: Garland, Texas
Vehicle Description: 2006 Saturn Ion
Vehicle Damage: $6000.00
Vehicle Owner: Maxine Price

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

Jody Henderson of Unit 1-non life threatening, Maxine Price of Unit 2-non life threatening, and Janet Price was flown out by Helicopter to Sioux Falls.

ACCIDENT DETAILS

Unit 1 was traveling south on Hwy 71. Unit 2 was east bound and was attmepting to cross Hwy 71 from Hwy 18. Unit 2 failed to yield from the stop sign and was struck by unit 1 causing both vehicles to go into the median.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

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Address:
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Charges Pending: XXX

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-3-10

COMPLAINTS

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: David Jackson Age: 25
Persons Address: Omaha, Nebraska
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-3-10/ 1604 hrs
Location of Arrest: 3200th block of Hwy 71
Arrest Charge: O.W.I. (1st)
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy initiated a traffic stop for a traffic violation and upon investigation, it was found that Jackson had been drinking. Upon running Jackson through several field sobriety tests, Jackson was placed under arrest for O.W.I. Jackson was then transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Jackson was charged with O.W.I. (1st). a Serious Misdemeanor.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond:
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate: XXX
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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DEPUTIES # 21-10
ACCIDENT LOCATION: Wilson St. just east of Ocheyedan St. in Everly, Iowa
DATE & TIME OF ACCIDENT: 7-2-10/ 1426 hrs

1st VEHICLE

Drivers name: Mary Harden Age: 63
Drivers Address: 513 N Adams St. Everly, Iowa
Vehicle Description: 2004 Lincoln Navigator
Vehicle Damage: $2000.00
Vehicle Owner: same above

2nd VEHICLE

Drivers Name: none Age:
Drivers Address:
Vehicle Description: 2003 Dodge Stratus
Vehicle Damage: $2000.00
Vehicle Owner: Delbert Struve

IF ANY OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED….SEE ATTACHED 2ND NEWS RELEASE

INJURIES

none

ACCIDENT DETAILS

Unit 1 was backing south east onto Wilson St. in Everly, Iowa. Unit 2 was illegally parked on the roadway behind the driveway. As Unit 1 was backing, it struck the front driver side quarter panel with it's rear driver side bumper.

CHARGES FILED REF. ACCIDENT

Name: Jason Vanveldhuizen
Address: Sanborn, Iowa
Charge: Stopping, Standing, or Parking Vehicle on Paved roadway
Citation issued: XXX
Placed in Jail:
Charges Pending: XXX

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07-02-10

Rural Dickens man was killed in a grain bin accident Friday morning, ½ mile north of US Hwy 18 on N-14.

At approx. 8:22 am the Clay County/Spencer Communications Center received a 911 call reference a man trapped inside a grain bin full of corn that was being augered out.

When area Rescue crews arrived they were unable to reach the man in the bin. Several holes were cut in the side of the bin and corn removed before they could locate him. The farmer was pronounced dead at the scene by Clay County Medical Examiner, Dr. David Robinson.

The farmer was identified as Doug Sorenson, 65, of rural Dickens.

The Clay County Sheriffs office was assisted on scene by Palo Alto County Sheriffs Office, Dickens Fire and Rescue, Ruthven Fire and Rescue, Ruthven Ambulance, Spencer Ambulance, Clay County Emergency Management, and by family and friends.

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Deputies # 21-10
Date: 7-1-10

COMPLAINTS

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ARRESTS:

Persons Name: Christine Lynch Age: 38
Persons Address: Fostoria, Iowa
Date/Time of Arrest: 7-1-10/ 1610 hrs
Location of Arrest: 1st Ave and Main St. in Royal, Iowa
Arrest Charge: Driving Under Suspension and Dickinson County Arrest Warrant
Details of Arrest: A Clay County Deputy intiated a traffic stop with having prior knowledge that Lynch had a suspended drivers license and an Arrest Warrant out of Dickinson County for Theft 5th. Upon making contact with Lynch, she was placed under arrest and was transported to the Clay County Jail w/o incident. Lynch was cited for Driving Under Suspension and for No Proof of Insurance, both Simple Misdemeanors. Lynch was later released on a $300.00 cash o surety bond on the arrest warrant and a $550.00 cash or suety bond on the charges.

Disposition of Arrested Person:
Citation Given & Released:
Released on Bond: XXX
Held in Jail to Appear Before Magistrate:
Held in Jail for Other Agency:

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