Sept. 10, 2020
Thomas C. Ransom II, age 47, no address, Des Moines, was arrested on a warrant for Violation of Probation Terms. The original charge was Possession of a Controlled Substance – 2nd Offense and Go Armed with Knife Blade.
Joshua, M. McKee, age 38, 1015 Clinton Ave, Des Moines, was arrested on a warrant for Violation of Parole.
Amy L. Duffy, age 36, 809 NE Broadway, Des Moines, was arrested on a warrant for Driving While License Under Suspension.
Suan Laidley, Peoria, Az, was driving westbound on I-80 at the 100 mile marker, when he lost control on the wet road and ran into the cable barrier and came to rest in the median. He was checked out by EMS and released at the scene. The vehicle sustained approximately $12000 in damage and had to be towed from the scene.
Ashley J. Buchanan, age 33, West Des Moines, was traveling westbound on 335th Street when she failed to navigate a turn onto Wendover Road and entered the ditch. Ms. Buchanan was not injured in the accident. Damage was estimated at approximately $5000 and was towed from the scene. Ms. Buchanan was cited for Failure To Maintain Control and Failure To Provide Proof Of Financial Liability. Ms. Buchanan was then taken into custody for Operating While Under The Influence 1st Offense.
*A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.