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Homeless man arrested on attempted murder charge in Creston

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October 26th, 2016 by Ric Hanson

Creston Police late Tuesday night arrested a homeless man on numerous charges, including Attempted Murder.

Casey Welcher (Photo courtesy Creston P-D)

Casey Welcher (Photo courtesy Creston P-D)

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.