Hunter
05/01/24
An Iowa City man was arrested Tuesday night after allegedly attempting to break into a nearby apartment in his complex.
According to police, 37-year-old Robert Robinson of the Town and Campus Apartments on Arthur Street was involved in a physical altercation with other residents outside their apartments. The two other participants retreated inside of their residence when Robinson allegedly broke out the bathroom window of their apartment. A witness saw Robinson then walk around to the back of the residence and attempt to get in by removing the sliding screen door.
Robinson was located in the public walkway, and was allegedly observed with bloodshot watery eyes, slurred speech, poor balance, and a strong odor of alcohol on his breath.
He was taken into custody and faces a 2nd degree burglary charge as well as one for public intoxication. If convicted on both counts, Robinson could be sentenced to over ten years in prison.
A no-contact order was requested between in the parties involved.