Charges of failure to yield the right of way charges are pending against the driver of an SUV that allegedly struck the motorcycle Nicholas Otto was riding.
Residents and business leaders in Urbandale are eligible to apply for the academy, which teaches how to work a crime scene and allows class members to ride along with Urbandale police officers.
Rodrigo Lopez, 17, of Urbandale, was driving an SUV that was struck and rolled into a ditch Tuesday morning near mile marker 134, according to a Des Moines Register report.
Benjamin Joseph Hoffman, 23, of West Des Moines and an Urbandale middle school teacher, allegedly had sex with two students, ages 13 and 14.
The Urbandale Middle School teacher who was charged with sexual abuse of two teenage girls reportedly texted victim saying that he planned to kill himself.
An Urbandale man was arrested and charged with fourth-degree criminal mischief, first-degree harassment and harassment of public officials, Wednesday evening, July 31 at Des Moines Shop N' Save.
Suspect is accused of sexual contact with a 13-year-old student and 14-year-old former student at two central Iowa schools.
Noreen Gosch, mom of an Iowa paperboy missing for more than 30 years, thinks her son was kidnapped into the child sex trade.
A quick guide through some of the nicest homes in Iowa real estate.
During the past week, police have taken a dozen cases stemming from local property damage.
Tips can be shared with police or CrimeStoppers, with an arrest leading to a sizable reward.
The accident occurred in the 6900 block of Urbandale Avenue just after 1:30 p.m., one local newspaper reports.
Arrest information was obtained from public records.
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A gas main leak near 142nd and Oak Brook prompted the evacuation.
The Urbandale Police Department issued several citations over the Fourth of July to those possessing illegal fireworks.
A reward of up to $1,000 is being offered in the case through Polk County Crimestoppers.
Most fireworks are illegal in Iowa, and you might be surprised at how much it could cost you if police catch you.
Both he and his passenger sustained injuries when the car he was driving flipped onto its top before colliding with a large tree.
Vehicles will be deployed in the unincorporated areas of the county and those who are speeding will see tickets arriving by mail.
A public meeting will be held June 10 at the Urbandale Police Department.
The fire broke out in the 3000 block of 68th Street Wednesday morning.
The suit against the Minnesota Congresswoman, whose campaign headquarters was based in Urbandale, alleges that a supporter stole an email list from a Johnston volunteer.
Police are seeking 16-year-old Taylor Ann Claiser, who might be with a 20-year-old man.
Tuesday's ceremony in Urbandale was one of scores held across the country as part of National Police Week.
“Take-back” events respond to a spate of crime involving firearms.
Three Urbandale teens were arrested after police say they stole beer from an open garage.
The Drug Enforcement Administration’s “Take-Back” program reduces the supply for “pharm parties,” Urbandale police say.
Controlled burns are an important management practice when restoring or reconstructing prairies.
Police reportedly saw drugs when they went to home of man who lost consciousness after crashing car while “doing doughnuts” in a church parking lot earlier this year.
Polk County Crime Stoppers offering reward in theft of coins from change machine.
High-speed chase numbers are up in the metro, one central Iowa newspaper is reporting. Two have ended in deaths, which is prompting officials to rethink their pursuit policies.
Crime mapping tool helps Urbandale residents learn where crime is occurring.
One is facing a felony burglary charge after allegedly breaking into a house located in the 12000 block of Cardinal Lane.
The break-in occurred at approximately 10 a.m. Friday morning, according to local news sources.
Kids Fire Academy to be held in June will teach kids about fire prevention, lifesaving and other topics.