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Anitra Larsen An old cliché that has been around for a long time: If it seems too good to be true, it probably is. Be cautious of unsolicited e‐mails and phone calls ‐‐ many are fraudulent. Be wary of anyone who asks for personal information. Do not give out any information to a person, business or Web … Read moreTips to avoid scams
On Tuesday, June 18, at 1:27 p.m., the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office arrested Rebecca Hemmelman, age 21, of Le Mars, IA. The arrest stemmed from a traffic stop that occurred on 400th Street, one‐quarter mile east of Hospers, IA. Upon further investigation, the deputy determined Hemmelman’s driver’s license was suspended, discovered methamphetamine in her possession … Read moreTraffic stop leads to arrest – June 18
On Monday, June 17, at 7:25 p.m., the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office investigated a motor vehicle accident that occurred in the parking lot of Western Christian High School, 925 5th Street, in Hull, IA. Merlyn Sandbulte, age 64, of Rock Valley, IA was backing a 2018 Ford F‐150 on the parking lot when he struck … Read moreMotor vehicle accident – June 17
On Monday, June 17, at 9:29 p.m., the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office investigated a motor vehicle accident that occurred on Garfield Avenue, four miles southwest of Sioux Center, IA. Kevin Van Schepen, age 51, of Hull, IA was driving a 2019 Freightliner semi‐truck pulling a feed trailer southbound on Garfield Avenue when he lost control … Read moreTruck accident – June 17
The Sioux County Sheriff’s Office recently held its fourth annual essay contest for sixth grade students. The grand prize winner is honored by having their essay posted on the Sheriff’s Office website and social media outlets the Sheriff’s Office uses: Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and its Sioux County Sheriff App. The winner also receives a … Read moreOur 4th Annual Essay Contest Winner
On Thursday, June 13, at 9:18 p.m., the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office arrested EricJohn Steckstor, age 45, of Doon, IA. The arrest stemmed from a dangerous driving complaint reporting that Steckstor was driving his vehicle in a dangerous manner in the parking lot of the Dollar General Store, 200 Black Forest Road, in Hull, IA. … Read moreReport of dangerous driving leads to arrest – June 13