Homeless man arrested on attempted murder charge in Creston
October 26th, 2016 by Ric Hanson
Creston Police late Tuesday night arrested a homeless man on numerous charges, including Attempted Murder.
Officials say 24-year old Casey Welcher was taken into custody at around 11:18-p.m. at 205th Street and Hi and Dry, on charges that include: Attempted Murder; Eluding; Criminal Mischief in the 1st degree; Driving While Barred, and OWI 3rd offense.Welcher was being held without bond in the Union County Jail until making an appearance before a Magistrate.
Creston Police Chief Paul Ver Meer is expected to provide additional information either later this morning or early this afternoon, with regard to the arrest.