July 12

Larry Hawxby, Des Moines, was traveling in a line of traffic in the 25000 block of 360th St when he hit the rear of a vehicle driven by Joshua Parks, Lincoln, NE, who had slowed for traffic.  This collision caused Mr. Parks vehicle to collide with a truck driven by James Royce, Des Moines.  All drivers were checked by EMS, but no injuries were reported.  Mr. Hawxby’s truck sustained an estimated $5000 and had to be towed from the scene. Mr. Parks’ vehicle sustained an estimated $8000 damage and Mr. Royce’s vehicle sustained an estimated $2000 damage.  Both of those vehicles were able to be driven from the scene.

July 13

Shawn Knakmuhs, West Des Moines, was arrested for Eluding.  He was also cited for three counts of Speeding, one count of Reckless Driving and one count of Vehicle Fail To Respond To Steady Red Light.

*A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.14