Two men were arrested following a high-speed motorcycle chase through Spencer and into Clay County Tuesday.
Under federal law, Mefferd faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 15 years in prison and a maximum fine of over $60 million.
Crisis negotiators and tactical officers swarmed the location around 6:30 pm, forcing nearby residents to briefly evacuate or shelter in place.
Authorities say while speaking with the occupants of the vehicle, the officer detected the odor of marijuana.
Assistant Chief Patrick Diekman says a possible violation involving a female under the age of 18 was reported
Iowa State Patrol Trooper Kevin Krull says law enforcement is stepping up seat-belt enforcement May 18th through the 31st.
KICD obtained video evidence of a black Chevrolet Silverado involved in a high-speed pursuit along West Main Street shortly before noon May 18.
Authorities say a call came in at approximately 11:48 a.m. from an unidentified male using an unknown phone number.
Sheldon Police arrested a woman for allegedly stealing more than $18,000 from an older victim.
The charges stem from a report of alleged abuse made to law enforcement in May of 2025.
