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10/12/2026

The Pella Police Department engaged in the following activities during the week of October 04, 2026, to October 10, 2026:

Calls for Service 194
Traffic Citations 10
Traffic Warnings 36
Parking Tickets 17
Accidents 3
Arrests 3
Charges 8
Juvenile Referrals 0
Warrant Arrests 1

COMMUNICATION CENTER WEEKLY STATS
The Pella Police Department Communications Center engaged in the following activities during the week of October 04, 2026, to October 10, 2026:

Incoming Telephone Calls 289
Total Incoming 911 Calls 37

ARRESTS:

• On 10/08/26, a subject from Leighton was charged with possession of contraband in a correctional institution and possession of drug paraphernalia. The subject was incarcerated.
• On 10/08/26, a subject from Pella was charged with harassment 3rd degree and interference with official acts, bodily injury. The subject was incarcerated.
• On 10/09/26, a subject from Pella was charged with four counts of 5th degree theft. The subject was pre-trial released with a court date.

WARRANTS:

• On 10/04/26, a subject from Des Moines was picked up on a Polk County arrest warrant for failure to appear. The subject was transported to the Polk County Jail.

Message from Chief of Police Shane S. McSheehyThe Pella Police Department is committed to protecting the safety of our c...
10/09/2026

Message from Chief of Police Shane S. McSheehy

The Pella Police Department is committed to protecting the safety of our community and maintaining the trust of those we serve. Transparency with the public remains a priority and we understand that many members of our community have viewed video footage related to a recent arrest in downtown Pella yesterday afternoon.
Based on the information gathered during the investigation, officers were responding to reports involving a suspect who had allegedly engaged in an unprovoked assault against an adult female who was walking with her one-year-old child. The victim reported that she did not know the suspect and had never met him prior to the encounter. Given the nature of the allegations, the apparent random selection of the victim, and the suspect's subsequent attempt to flee from law enforcement, officers considered him to be a continued risk to public safety.
When officers attempted to contact the suspect, he repeatedly ignored lawful commands, fled on foot through multiple areas of the community, and continued to resist efforts to take him into custody. Officers ultimately detained and arrested the suspect after an extended foot pursuit.
We recognize that use-of-force incidents generate public interest and scrutiny. As with every use-of-force incident, the Pella Police Department is conducting a thorough review of the actions taken by our officers. These reviews are completed to ensure compliance with department policy, applicable training standards, and Iowa law. Body-worn camera footage and all available evidence are considered as part of that process.
The suspect in this incident, Michael Christopher Dejoode was arrested and charged with Harassment 3rd Degree and Interference with Official Acts. While criminal charges remain allegations until proven in court, the facts known to officers at the time, including the reported unprovoked assault on a female victim who was accompanied by her one-year-old child, the suspect's refusal to comply with lawful commands, and his attempt to flee, contributed to officers' assessment that he posed an ongoing risk to public safety and warranted immediate apprehension.
The safety of our residents, visitors, and our officers remains our highest priority. We are committed to being transparent, accountable, and professional in our service to the Pella community.

10/05/2026

September 2026 Pella PD Statistics

10/05/2026

The Pella Police Department engaged in the following activities during the week of September 20, 2026, to September 26, 2026:

Calls for Service 157
Traffic Citations 18
Traffic Warnings 69
Parking Tickets 51
Accidents 7
Arrests 1
Charges 3
Juvenile Referrals 1
Warrant Arrests 1

COMMUNICATION CENTER WEEKLY STATS
The Pella Police Department Communications Center engaged in the following activities during the week of September 20, 2026, to September 26, 2026:

Incoming Telephone Calls 179
Total Incoming 911 Calls 41

ARRESTS:

• On 09/25/26, a subject from Pella was charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance, ma*****na 1st offense. The subject was incarcerated.

WARRANTS:

• On 09/26/26, a subject from Ankeny was picked up on two Marion County arrest warrants for violation of no contact orders. The subject was transported to the Marion County Jail.

JUVENILE REFERRALS:

• On 09/22/26, a juvenile from Pella was referred to juvenile court services for theft 4th degree. The juvenile was cited and released to a guardian.

The Pella Police Department engaged in the following activities during the week of September 27, 2026, to October 03, 2026:

Calls for Service 174
Traffic Citations 16
Traffic Warnings 39
Parking Tickets 14
Accidents 8
Arrests 0
Charges 0
Juvenile Referrals 0
Warrant Arrests 0

COMMUNICATION CENTER WEEKLY STATS
The Pella Police Department Communications Center engaged in the following activities during the week of September 27, 2026, to October 03, 2026:
Incoming Telephone Calls 232
Total Incoming 911 Calls 43

We look forward to seeing you today to join us in supporting our dedicated partners and neighbors at the Pella Fire Depa...
10/03/2026

We look forward to seeing you today to join us in supporting our dedicated partners and neighbors at the Pella Fire Department!

Please join us in wishing these outstanding team members a happy October work anniversary!Officer Mya Irlmeier, 4 years ...
10/01/2026

Please join us in wishing these outstanding team members a happy October work anniversary!
Officer Mya Irlmeier, 4 years of service
Officer Andrew Bartels, 1 year of service
Thank you both for your dedication and commitment to the Pella Police Department and the citizens of Pella!

Please help us wish Steve Bennett a happy birthday! Steve has worked for the City of Pella for 54 years! Steve started w...
09/30/2026

Please help us wish Steve Bennett a happy birthday! Steve has worked for the City of Pella for 54 years! Steve started with the City in 1972 at the Pella Water Department; he went on to work for Planning & Zoning, Code Enforcement, and joined us at the PD in 2005. Steve currently manages custodial/maintenance duties at the Pella Police Department. Steve was also a member of the Pella Fire Department for 47 years, retiring in 2022. Thank you, Steve, for all you do to make the department look good, for your dedication to the city, and for always taking care of things for us here! Happy birthday!

Please help us wish Sergeant Kody Roos a very happy birthday! Sgt. Roos has been with the Pella Police Department for 7...
09/27/2026

Please help us wish Sergeant Kody Roos a very happy birthday! Sgt. Roos has been with the Pella Police Department for 7 years. Sgt. Roos is assigned to patrol, is a CIRTT team member, a Precision Driving Instructor, and a Standardized Field Sobriety Instructor. He is also very active in ensuring traffic safety in Pella. Sgt. Roos is a member of the Air National Guard. Thank you for your service to the citizens of Pella and your dedication to the Pella PD. Happy Birthday, Kody.

09/21/2026

The Pella Police Department engaged in the following activities during the week of September 13, 2026, to September 19, 2026:
Calls for Service 154
Traffic Citations 12
Traffic Warnings 59
Parking Tickets 0
Accidents 7
Arrests 1
Charges 3
Juvenile Referrals 1
Warrant Arrests 1

COMMUNICATION CENTER WEEKLY STATS
The Pella Police Department Communications Center engaged in the following activities during the week of September 13, 2026, to September 19, 2026:
Incoming Telephone Calls 191
Total Incoming 911 Calls 45

ARRESTS:
• On 09/17/26, a subject from Leighton was charged with possession of a controlled substance 1st offense. The subject was pretrial released.

WARRANTS:
• On 09/15/26, a subject from Pella was picked up on a warrant out of Mahaska County for unauthorized use of a vehicle. Officers transported the subject to Mahaska County Jail.

JUVENILE REFERRALS:
• On 09/17/26, a subject from Pella was referred to juvenile court services for assault and threat of terrorism. The subject was cited and released to a guardian.

Please join us in wishing Officer Victor Garcia a fantastic birthday! Officer Garcia has been with the department since ...
09/16/2026

Please join us in wishing Officer Victor Garcia a fantastic birthday! Officer Garcia has been with the department since 2023 and remains a valuable member of our patrol division. He manages the department's PBTs and often assists as an interpreter for Pella and neighboring agencies. Happy birthday, Officer Garcia, and thank you for your service to the City of Pella!

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614 Main Street
Pella, IA
50219

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