City of Newton Fire Department
11/05/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 11/05/2024 10:51
Multiple Arrests Made In Stolen Firearms Investigation
On August 21, 2024 the Newton Police Department received a report of a burglary in the 1600 block of W 7th St S. The victim reported firearms and numerous other items were stolen. Newton Police Department investigated the incident and charged three juveniles for burglary, reckless use of firearms and trafficking stolen firearms.
Over the course of the investigation, the Newton Police Department learned that the parents of some of the suspected juveniles attempted to hide, conceal, and/or alter physical evidence related to the prosecution of their children. The following adults were charged:
Brian Ray Hammer Sr - 44 years old of Newton, IA
- Accessory After the Fact (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
- Obstructing Prosecution (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
- Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor (Simple Misdemeanor)
Amanda Lynn Bruce - 38 years old of Newton, IA
- Obstructing Prosecution (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
This case is still under investigation.
A criminal charge is merely an accusation and the defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
|
Iowa Criminal Classification |
Potential Criminal Penalty |
|---|---|
|
Simple Misdemeanor |
Up to 30 days in jail and $625 in fines |
|
Serious Misdemeanor |
Up to 1 year in jail and $1875 in fines |
|
Aggravated Misdemeanor |
Up to 2 years imprisonment and $6250 in fines |
|
Class D Felony |
Up to 5 years imprisonment and $7500 in fines |
|
Class C Felony |
Up to 10 years imprisonment and $10,000 in fines |
|
Class B Felony |
Up to 25 years imprisonment |
|
Class A Felony |
Up to life imprisonment |