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CRIME & SAFETY
Marion changes hiring practice to try and fill police department
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) - The Marion Police Chief says hiring new officers just got a lot faster. Marion’s City Council recommended pausing the Civil Service Commission’s involvement in hiring officers. They oversee the process for hiring and firing certain city employees- like police- to ensure it’s fair.
Man jailed for credit card fraud in Cerro Gordo County
MASON CITY, Iowa – A man has been arrested for credit card fraud in North Iowa. Ethan Brian Woods, 24, was picked up on an outstanding warrant in Linn County and transported to the Cerro Gordo County Jail, where he is being held on $10,000 bond. Woods is charged...
Marion gears up for National Night Out with police and community events
MARION, Iowa - National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie. This year, National Night Out will take place on Tuesday, Aug. 6. The Marion Police Department is partnering with Marion Parks and Recreation, the Marion Public Library and the Marion Fire Department to organize a community-wide event from 5-7 p.m. at Thomas Park, 343 Marion Blvd.
Independence Police Warn of Asphalt Paving Scam
Independence Police have received reports of an asphalt paving scam. The police department says the victim was not from Independence, but the scammers used a fictitious address from the city. Here are some signs of an asphalt paving scam:. *The contractor shows up at your door or leaves a pamphlet.
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