Motor vehicle accident leads to arrest – June 4

On Sunday, June 4, at 3:38 a.m., the Sioux County Sheriff’s office arrested Cameron Shellhammer, age 24, of Sioux City, IA.

The arrest occurred following the investigation of a motor vehicle accident that occurred on 310th Street, two miles northwest of Boyden, IA.

Shellhammer was driving a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe Eastbound on 310TH Street when he lost control of the vehicle entered the ditch and and struck a concrete culvert.

No injuries were reported. 

The Tahoe sustained an estimated $5,000 in damage and the culvert sustained an estimated $500 in damage.  

Upon further investigation, deputies suspected that Shellhammer was under the influence of alcohol.

Shellhammer was transported to the Sioux County Jail where he was charged with operating a motor vehicle while intoxicated.