An Ottumwa resident is facing a simple misdemeanor charge after authorities say two dogs were found running loose on public property in violation of city code.
On April 24 at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Ottumwa Police Department responded to the 300 block of North Forrest Avenue regarding reports of dogs running at large.
According to a criminal complaint, Chad Cram, 54, of Ottumwa, allegedly allowed his two dogs to run at large while he was not home to keep them under control.
Court documents state a neighbor and responding authorities witnessed the dogs running loose on public property, which is a violation of city code.
Cram was taken to the Wapello County Jail and later released after being cited.
A preliminary hearing has been scheduled for May 8.
Cram is charged with restraint of animals — first offense, a simple misdemeanor.
Editors Note: All information was obtained from court documents related to the ongoing investigation.
