Arrests reported
Iola police officers arrested Donald Maurice Leapheart, 35, Iola, for suspicion of driving while suspended (third offense) Friday in the 800 block of North Chestnut Street.
Wendy Ballinger, 58, Bronson, was arrested Dec. 27 for suspicion of possessing marijuana after officers were called to a disturbance in the 1000 block of North Cottonwood Street.
Citation issued
Carmen Patterson, 32, Iola, was cited Monday evening for suspicion of allowing a dog to run at large in the 500 block of North Walnut Street.
Vehicle struck
Michael G. Cooper, 67, was northbound in the A&W parking lot, 1421 East St., Dec. 26 when he struck a parked vehicle owned by Kimberlynn Cooper.
Lawn tractor taken
John M. Sigg told Iola police officers Monday afternoon somebody entered his garage in the 500 block of North Chestnut Street and stole a 36-inch riding John Deere lawn tractor. An investigation continues.
Money taken
Stacy Sprague, Kincaid, told police officers Dec. 26 she had left her wallet at Iola Walmart, where somebody found it and returned it. However, $1,200 was taken before it was returned, officers said.
Fitbit stolen
Sarah Flynn, 34, reported Monday a Fitbit Versa health monitoring wristband and medication were stolen from her residence in the 200 block of North Elm Street. A suspect was identified.
Fuel taken
Employees at Pump N Petes reported Sunday a customer drove off without paying for fuel at 709 N. State St.
Laser lights lifted
Brian Fees told police officers Dec. 26 somebody stole a pair of laser light displays from his yard in the 400 block of South Jefferson Avenue. The lights were valued at $20 apiece.
