To view a log of the calls for service, click here.
July 10, 2019
- The Perry Police Department received a report of an attempted scam. A resident received a phone call from someone claiming to be a family member and seeking emergency funds. No loss was reported.
- The Perry Police Department received a report of a male in a white vehicle attempting to entice a juvenile female into his car. The incident happened near the intersection of W. Sevdenth Street and Willis Avenue at about 2 p.m. The juvenile female was approached by a male in a white, single-cab truck. According to the female juvenile, the male acted as if he knew her and kept asking her if she wanted a ride. The juvenile also said the male claimed he was associated with the police department. The juvenile described the truck as a white, single-cab pickup truck with a shattered windshield. She described the driver as being a white male in his 30s with red hair, a short beard and wearing a white t-shirt and blue jeans. The driver was described as having a thinner yet toned/muscular build. Anyone with information about this report is asked to call the Perry Police Department at 515-465-4636.
- Officers responded to 1700 block of Willis Avenue on a report of a lost or stolen license plate.
July 11, 2019
- Officers responded to the 2600 block of Otley Avenue on a report of an attempted break in.
- Officers responded to the 1100 block of Second Street on a report of theft from a vehicle. The total loss was unknown.
- Officers responded to the 2500 block of Perry Park Avenue on a report of damage to vehicle. Damage was estimated at $150.
- Officers responded to the 1200 block of 16th Street on a report of attempted assault.
- The Perry Police Department received a report of a minor hit-and-run accident in the parking lot of a local retail store. The accident is under investigation.
- Bryce Parnell, age 21, of 1306 11th St., Perry, was arrested on a charge of fifth-degree theft.
- Officers responded to the 1400 block of W. Second Street on a report of a possible prowler. Everything was okay.
*A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
