The victim’s 29-year-old grandson forced Shepherd back outside and restrained him on the ground, with assistance from the victim’s 53-year-old son. As the grandson held Shepherd down, Dawson said that Shepherd allegedly starting biting the grandson, who then punched Shepherd several times in the face. When police arrived, Shepherd, who was allegedly intoxicated, fought with one officer. Bluffs Police Sgt. Chad Meyers said injuries to the officer were minor, and he has able to return to work.

Shepherd was arrested on suspicion of second-degree burglary, aggravated assault and assaulting a police officer. Shepherd was taken to Pottawattamie County Jail. He remains in custody with bail set at $10,000.