Johnston Police Blotter: Daylight Breakin, Scammer Poses as Relative in Need

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from Jan. 30 to Feb. 7. Take a look at the reports.

Johnston Police Warn Residents of Phone Scam

Johnston Police have responded to three reports of a phone scam since December.

Johnston Police Blotter: School Playground Vandalized, Phone Scam

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from Jan. 23 to Jan. 30. Take a look at the reports.

UPDATE: Expert Offers Insight on Talking with Youth, Parents Meeting Scheduled for Tonight

The Johnston school district will hold a parent meeting at 5 p.m. today to share information on grief and coping with the weekend suicides of two teens. Also, visitation and funeral services have been set for the boys.

UPDATE: Vigil at 7 Tonight for One of Johnston Teens Who Took Their Lives; Funeral Arrangements Set

A candlelight vigil is planned tonight for one of the two Johnston students who committed suicide over the weekend. Officials said there is no apparent link in the deaths. Information about visitation and funeral services for the teens was announced.

Johnston Police Blotter: Drug Charges, Disputes

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from Jan. 16 to Jan. 25. Take a look at the reports.

Johnston Police Seek Community's Help in Wynnsong Car Break-In

The Johnston Police Department released an alert asking for the community's help in identifying a suspect in connection with a car break-in at Wynnsong Theaters.

Johnston Police Blotter: OWI and Assults

The The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from Jan. 12 to Jan. 18. Take a look at the reports.

Johnston Police Seek Community's Help in Theft Investigation

The Johnston Police Department released an alert regarding a reported theft from Johnston High School.

Johnston Police Blotter: Gunfire, OWIs

The Johnston Police Department investigated a number of calls from Jan. 5 to Jan. 10. Take a look at the reports.

Johnston Police Department Offers Safety Classes

The Johnston Police Department regularly offers programs on identity theft, cyber crimes, residential safety and other topics for residents.

5 Things for Johnston Thursday: Ribbon Cutting, Safety Program

It's going to be a cold day in Johnston. What do you have planned?

Johnston Police Blotter: Child Custody Disputes, Criminal Mischief

Here are additional reports the Johnston Police Department responded to from Dec. 26 to Jan. 4.

Johnston Police Blotter: Drug Charges, Harassment

Here are the final few reports the Johnston Police Department responded to from Dec. 24 to Dec. 27

Johnston Police Chase Ends in Accident, Arrest of Burglary Suspect

The Johnston Police Department was involved in a car chase after a traffic stop Thursday night.

Johnston Police Blotter: Harassment, Theft

The Johnston Police Department a number of calls from Dec. 20 to Dec. 29.

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Johnston Police Blotter: Drug Charges, Trespass Charges

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Dec. 16 to Dec. 21. Here is the final roundup.

Johnston Police Blotter: Theft, Drug Charges

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Dec. 13 to Dec. 19. Here is the final roundup.

Johnston Police Seek Community's Help in Shoplifting Investigation

The Johnston Police Department issued an alter seeking help identifying a man possibly involved in shoplifting.

Johnston Police Blotter: OWI and Thefts

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Dec. 10 to Dec. 15. Here is the final roundup.

Johnston Police Blotter: Several OWIs and Thefts

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Dec. 10-14.

Johnston Police Blotter: Trespassing and Harassment

The Johnston Police Department answered a number of calls from Dec. 2-9.

Snow Fall Creates Slick Travel In Johnston Thursday Night

The snowfall that landed Thursday evening and Friday morning wasn't much in volume — an inch or so in the metro — but what it lacked in depth it made up for in icy roads.

Johnston Police Seek Community's Help in Identifying Man

The man pictured is wanted for questioning involving several bad checks.

Johnston Police Blotter: Assault, Fraud

The Johnston Police Department responded to a handful of calls from Nov. 26 to Dec. 1.

No Students On Board When Johnston School Bus Overturns

A Johnston school bus overturned Friday afternoon en-route to Summit Middle School.

Five Things for Johnston Friday: Winter Weather, Basketball

TGIF! See what's in store for Johnston today.

Johnston Police Blotter: Fraud, Open Container Charges

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls so far this week.

New Patrol Cars Add Green Spot For Johnston Police Department

Each year the Johnston Police Department rolls out two new patrol cars. This year the department focused on energy conservation.

Johnston Police Blotter: OWIs and Domestic Calls

The Johnston Police Department responded to several calls from Nov. 19 to Nov. 22.

ENCORE: Johnston Police, Attorney General Offer Shopping Tips

Keep the stress low this holiday season by following a few shopping tips.

Johnston Police Detectives to Be Disciplined for Burglary Suspect's Escape

Two detectives on duty when a burglary suspect escaped will face discipline and additional training, the Johnston police chief says.

Johnston Police Blotter: Animals Running At Large, Stolen Vehicle

The Johnston Police responded to several call last week. Here's the final reports.

Canceled GOP Presidential Debate Causes Little Disruption for Johnston

The Des Moines Register recently canceled a debate scheduled for Dec. 19 at Iowa Public Television in Johnston. Candidates were concerned that a compressed pre-caucus schedule meant too many Iowa debates in December.

Johnston Police Blotter: Attempted Burglary, Vehicle Theft and Driving Infractions

The Johnston Police Department had a busy weekend tracking down a suspect who escaped custody.

Extradition Begins for Burglary Suspect Who Escaped Johnston Custody

Conor Jack Forest is not expected to fight extradition back to the Polk County area from Illinois.

UPDATE: Johnston Police Re-Arrest Man Who Escaped Custody Friday

A 19-year-old suspected in multiple burglaries escaped from Johnston police, allegedly stole an SUV and was sought on several charges. Police said they again had Conor Forest in custody Saturday night.

Counselors Available to Summit Middle School Students After Teacher's Arrest

Summit Middle School teacher Steven Williams was arrested Thursday on a charge of enticing minors. Authorities say the Johnston teacher and track coach had sexually explicit online chats with law officers posing as teenage girls.

Johnston Police Respond To Attempted Break-in, Warn Residents To Be Aware

The Johnston Police Department reported to an attempted forced entry burglary in the Northwood Estates neighborhood this afternoon.