Sheldon, Iowa — The Sheldon Police Department is seeking information into an arson crime that took place this past weekend at the Sheldon City Park.
According to authorities, the incident occurred at about 11:30 Sunday night, June 10th, when suspects set a small fire in a restroom at the park, and also started a fire in a trash receptacle close to the Playground Paradise area of the park. Police say the fire in the restroom was small, and didn’t cause much damage, but the fire in the trash receptacle destroyed it, resulting in several hunderd dollars in damage.
The O’Brien County Crime Dusters program is offering a $300 reward to anyone who provides information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the perpetrator or perpetrators of this crime.
Information on this crime or any other crime may be provided by calling Sheldon Police at 712-324-2525, or the O’Brien County Sheriff’s Office at 712-957-3415. When you call you’ll be put in contact with a law enforcement officer who will take your information. You can also provide tips through the O’Brien County Sheriff’s website by CLICKING HERE.
Authorities say arrangements can be made to assist people who wish to remain anonymous, but still be eligible for the reward.
