crime

Oklahoma man arrested for fatally shooting Seneca priest

April 4, 2025

WIBW reported that an arrest was made following a Catholic priest in Seneca being shot and killed on Thursday, April 3.

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Hiawatha Municipal Court, Jan. 2025

January 24, 2025

Hiawatha Municipal Court actions for the month of January 2025, Ted Collins, Judge.

Horton man convicted on Nov. 4

November 4, 2024

A Horton man was convicted for rape at in Brown County District Court at the Brown County Courthouse on Monday, Nov.

Early morning thefts reported in the Everest area

October 28, 2024

This is to alert the public of recent vehicle burglaries and thefts that occurred in the Everest around 2 a.m.

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A notice about political sign thefts and defacing

October 24, 2024

I have had several complaints about political signs being stolen and have been asked if it is illegal.

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Brown County Sheriff’s Office Report Sept. 14 to Sept. 19

September 20, 2024

Five arrests were made between Sunday, Sept.

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Suspicious activity reported in Brown County area

September 17, 2024

I would like to inform the public about some recent concerns regarding fuel/tool thefts in Brown County.