Clayton County Releases
- kctn28
- 2 days ago
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On 3/13/2025 at approximately 7:00 pm Clayton County deputies were on routine patrol near the intersection of Highway 18 and Goldmine Rd. While patrolling deputies witnessed a motorcycle passing numerous vehicles. Deputies also witnessed the motorcycle traveling at speeds exceeding 100 MPH in a posted 55 MPH zone. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop but the motorcycle continued East while maintaining the high rate of speed. The motorcycle failed to yield to the deputy's lights and sirens while traveling through the city of Marquette and eventually entered Wisconsin where it was stopped by the Prarie Du Chien police department. The operator of the motorcycle was identified as Drake Barrineau (18). Drake was charged with felony eluding, reckless driving, as well as traffic violations. No one was injured during the incident. Clayton County was assisted by Prairie Du Chien Police Department, Crawford County Sheriff's Department, and MAR-MAC Unified Police Department.
On 4/2/2025 at approximately 9:50 pm Clayton County Deputies conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle for an equipment violation. While speaking with the driver identified as Juan Rosas (60) deputies were able to detect the presence of an illegal substance. A probable cause search of the vehicle was conducted which yielded drug paraphernalia as well as illegal substances. Juan was charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of controlled substance (marijuana) 1st offense.
On 4/6/2025 at approximately 6:52 pm Clayton County Deputies were on routine patrol near Highway 52 and Garber Rd when they witnessed a red Ford pickup truck traveling at a high rate of speed. A traffic stop was initiated and deputies came into contact with Damian Earl (21). During the interaction, deputies were able to detect the presence of an illegal substance. A probable cause search was completed and an illegal substance was located. Damian was charged with possession of marijuana 1st offense.
On April 8th, 2025, at approximately 8:36 AM, Deputies were dispatched to 207 Church St. in Luana for a report of an assault. The reporting party advised a male subject approached him with a steel pipe and threatened to beat him with it. Deputies arrived on scene a short time later and met with the male suspect. They identified him as 42 year old Travis Brink of Luana. Travis told deputies he got into a verbal altercation with a male across the street from his residence. Travis admitted having a pipe in his hands and threatened the victim with the pipe. Travis was handcuffed and transported to the Clayton County Sheriff's Office where he was booked and charged with Assault While Displaying a Dangerous Weapon (aggravated).
On April 14th 2025, a Clayton County deputy was conducting routine compliance checks on local Clayton County sex offenders. It was determined that Ian Mueller (29) of Luana was not in compliance. Iowa law requires a sex offender to report to the county sheriff any changes to his or her registry. The investigation found that Mueller had multiple social media accounts that had not been previously disclosed, as well as Mueller failing to report his change in employment and change in telephone number. It was also found that Mueller had an active arrest warrant for Harassment in the 3rd Degree through Fayette County. The deputy located Mueller at his residence in Luana and took him into custody. Mueller was transported to the Clayton County Jail where he was charged with Sex Offender Registry Violation 1st Offense, an Aggravated Misdemeanor. Mueller posted bond for his Fayette County arrest warrant and was held for initial appearance on his Clayton County charges.
On April 16th, 2025, at approximately 2:14 PM, Clayton County Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of U.S. Hwy 128 and Ironwood Road for a report of a single vehicle rollover. On arrival it was determined the driver had fled the scene. An investigation revealed a 2008 Honda Civic was traveling eastbound on U.S. Hwy 128 when it drove onto the shoulder and lost control. The driver over corrected, entered the north ditch and overturned. The driver was later identified as a 17 YOA juvenile from Postville, IA. The driver was cited for driving with no valid license and failure to maintain control. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted on scene by Garnavillo Police Department, Garnavillo Fire Department, Garnavillo First Responders, MercyOne Elkader Ambulance, and Everett’s Service.
On April 20th, 2025, at approximately 8:34 PM, Clayton County Deputies were dispatched to 17413 Great River RD for a report of a single vehicle crash. On arrival deputies made contact with the driver who was identified as Joseph Paul Schollmeyer (44) of Earlville, IA. An investigation revealed Schollmeyer was traveling south on Great River Road in 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo when he swerved to miss a deer. Schollmeyer lost control, entered the west ditch, and struck a road sign and fence. Schollmeyer vehicle sustained functional damage. No injuries were reported.
On April 20, 2025 the Clayton County Sheriff's Office responded to a two car accident at the intersection of Highway 13 and Bridge Street Elkader. A juvenile male was driving a 2019 GMC pickup truck and ran into the back of a 2020 Chevy Equinox that was waiting to turn left onto Bridge Street. The driver of the Equinox later identified as Pablo Ruiz age 23 of Edgewood left the scene of the accident. Pablo was later found in the city of Edgewood, after further investigation it was determined that Pablo was operating while intoxicated. Pablo was arrested and transported to the Clayton County Law Enforcement Center where he was turned over to jail staff. No injuries were sustained in the crash. Assisting the Clayton County Sheriff's Office with the accident investigation was the Iowa State Patrol, Elkader Fire Department, Mercy One Elkader, Elkader Police Department, and Everitt's Service Station.
On April 27, 2025, at approximately 2010 hours, Clayton County Deputies were on routine patrol on US Highway 18 inside Postville city limits when they observed a 2013 Ford Edge bearing a CA plate that came back suspended in 2023. On contact the driver was identified as Edgar Ruvalcaba Saldivar (23) of Plymouth, MN, who had a revoked driver’s status. Saldivar was taken into custody. Saldivar was charged with DUS - Driving While License Denied, Susp, Cancelled, or Revoked; Fail to Provide Proof of Financial Liability; and Registration Violation. The Sheriff’s Office was assisted by the Postville Police Department and Reggie’s Auto.