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Audubon man arrested following Monday night chase

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February 20th, 2018 by Ric Hanson

A traffic stop Monday night in Audubon County resulted in a pursuit and the arrest of a man from Audubon. The Audubon County Sheriff’s Office reports 18-year old Timothy Asmus was arrested at around 9:10-p.m., following the pursuit. Asmus faces charges that include criminal mischief 2nd degree, reckless driving, driving while suspended, eluding law enforcement and numerous traffic citations.

He was held in the Audubon County Jail and was released Tuesday morning following an appearance before the magistrate. The Audubon County Sheriff’s Department was assisted by the Audubon Police Department, K9 Axel, and the Iowa State Patrol.

And, 23-year old Christopher Guthery, of Walnut, was arrested at around 2:10-a.m. Sunday, for OWI/1st offense, and possession of marijuana with intent to deliver. He was held in the Audubon County Jail and was later released following an appearance before the magistrate. K9 Axel assisted in Guthery’s arrest, also.