Hunter
03/10/24
An area transient was arrested after allegedly taking items from an Iowa City outdoor recreation store and fleeing police.
According to the arrest report, officers responded to Fin & Feather on Highway 1 West Friday morning on report of a man in the store that stole items a few days before. The suspect, identified as 52-year-old Jason Roling, reportedly fled from police as they went to stop him.
Once caught, items allegedly stolen from the store were found. They included two flashlights, a head lamp and skull cap, totaling just under $135.
Roling was arrested and charged with 5th degree Theft and Interference with Official Acts. He could be sentenced to up to 13 months in jail if convicted on both counts.