Montgomery County law enforcement news: Man arrested for fuel theft; Pickup truck stolen
May 6th, 2022 by Ric Hanson
(Red Oak, Iowa) — Authorities in Montgomery County, Friday, said a man was arrest on a Felony Theft charge related to the theft of nearly 864 gallons of fuel. A joint investigation involving the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office and Red Oak Police resulted in the arrest of 19-year-old Tucker Alan Tepoel, from Villisca. He was charged with 2nd degree theft–a Class D felony. His bond was set at $5,000.
And, Police in Red Oak Police are asking for your help in locating a stolen pickup truck. A blue, 1997 Chevy extended cab half-ton pickup with Iowa license plate BOJ 946, was reported stolen from Red Oak at around 12:30-p.m., today (Friday). The vehicle was taken from outside of a residence at 111 W. Walnut Street, in Red Oak, between 10- and 10:30-a.m.
The vehicle has blue fender flares, and has a loud squeal, because it doesn’t have a power steering pump. If you see this vehicle, please notify your local law enforcement agency or you can also call the Red Oak Police Department at 712-623-6500.