West Branch man pleads guilty to attempted murder
Michael T. Kelley 41 of West Branch will serve up to 25 years in prison after pleading guilty to attempted murder for an October 2016 assault that left Camie Kelley with a brain bleed and multiple injuries. He faces at least 70 percent time served with credit for prior jail time. The incident occurred at 613 W Orange St and involved alcohol and prescription drugs. First responders transported the victim to Iowa City hospital.
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Michael T. Kelley
Kelley
Cedar County
W. Orange St
Mike Holihan
Camie Kelley
University of Iowa
Iowa City Ped Mall shooter goes to trial cited in opening statements
In Polk County District Court Lamar Wilson 21 faces first degree murder two attempted murder counts and an intimidation charge for the August Ped Mall shooting in Iowa City. Prosecution says Jones died and two Hicks injured over a Facebook post dispute while defense argues actions may be justified under stand your ground.
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Town City
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Johnson County
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Lyness
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Shimanovsky
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Sixth Judicial District
Paul Miller
Prisoner pleads to sex abuse of 13-year-old in murder case
Dustin Jefferson, already serving life for murdering his wife Kerry O Clai r Jefferson, pleaded guilty to assault with intent to commit sexual abuse against a 13 year old in 2013. The victim testified she was abused on the Tama County Meskaw ki Settlement, prompting police and family statements calling for accountability. The plea to a lesser charge was deemed best to balance possible life terms and the victim’s emotional suffering.
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Dustin
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