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8/18/22
A local transient is accused of assault, making threats and vandalism after an incident early Wednesday morning.
Iowa City Police say 28-year-old Jordan Cotton became involved in an argument with a resident at an address on Friendship Street just after 6am. Cotton then reportedly left the apartment, came back, broke the door, entered the apartment and broke a television and a TV stand, costing an estimated $300. Police say Cotton also put his hands on the victim’s chest and neck and stated he was going to kill the victim.
Cotton is charged with 1st Degree Harassment, Assault and 4th Degree Criminal Mischief. If convicted on all charges, he faces a maximum of 37 months in jail.