All charges are subject to review by the Benton County Attorney's Office. An arrest or criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the Defendant is presumed innocent, unless proven guilty. Intrastate warrants are issued by Law Enforcement Agencies for crimes happening in their jurisdictions. 


Week of 8/17-8/23


8/17-

Huber, Bryan Keith, 60, Garrison, picked up on a warrant for harassment 3rd degree


8/18- 

Smith, Gerrie Sue, 57, Lisbon, picked up on a warrant for 2 probation violations 


Gaal, Damion Michael, 19, Garrison, charged with interference with official acts, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving while license is denied, suspended, cancelled or revoked


8/20-

Mcelhinney, Jospeh Robert, 35, Cedar Rapids, charged with open container, reckless use of a firearm, and intimidation with a dangerous weapon


8/21-

Lee, Tauraus Terrill, 49, Vinton, charged with driving while barred, habitual offender, intimidation with a dangerous weapon, harassment 1st degree, false imprisonment, domestic abuse assault 2nd degree


8/22-

Martens, John Patrick, 37, Shellsburg, possession of a controlled substance, 3rd offense (non-marijuana)


A 14-year-old juvenile was charged with assault, interference with official acts, assault with a dangerous weapon (threatening manner), and possession of cannabidiol 


Bergfeld, Judd Edward, 51, Lamont, charged with operation without interlock and driving while license is denied or revoked 


Deputies handled 4 accidents, issued 7 citations and 15 written warnings, and responded to 187 calls for service.