Fayette County Authorities release information on minor accident and two arrest incidents
On October 21, 2026, at approximately 7:27 AM, the Fayette County Sheriff's Office received a report of a truck vs deer accident on Highway 150 near 190th Street, approx. three miles south of West Union. After further investigation, it was determined that Jacob Lee Kozak, age 24 of Fayette, was operating a Gray 2021 Ram 1500 Bighorn truck north bound when he struck a deer in the traveled portion of the roadway. The Ram sustained approximately $1500 in damages. No injuries were reported.
On October 20th, 2026, at approximately 8:21 PM the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office received a 9-1-1 call for a Domestic Disturbance in Hawkeye, IA. After further investigation, Daniel Robert Freetly (age 60) of Hawkeye, IA was placed under arrest for a Domestic Abuse Assault. Daniel was transported to the Fayette County Jail where he was held for his initial appearance. Additionally, Daniel had an outstanding arrest warrant for Assault will await extradition from Chisago County, MN.
On October 20th, the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office arrested Steven Benton, of Waterloo, on a valid Fayette County warrant for violation of probation. Benton was transported to the Fayette County jail where he was held on a no bond hold.
