Wanted North Liberty man arrested after alleged cash theft

Hunter
09/03/24

A North Liberty man who had a warrant for his arrest was taken into custody last week after an alleged theft from a restaurant.

The incident occurred at approximately 6pm August 27th at the Pizza Ranch on Hayes Lane in North Liberty. 23-year-old Jeremie Kabasele of Watts Court allegedly was seen on security cameras taking a $100 bill from the cash register. When confronted, Kabasele reportedly admitted to the theft.

He was wanted for failing to appear at an arraignment to face a driving while barred charge on July 15th..

Kabasele was charged with 5th degree Theft, a simple misdemeanor. The Driving While Barred charge is an aggravated misdemeanor. If convicted on both counts, Kabasele could be sentenced to up to 25 months in jail.