Red Oak Police Arrest Suspects in Levee Vandalism Incident

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The Red Oak Police Department has made multiple arrests related to an incident of vandalism that occurred on April 2 along the levee system near the West Coolbaugh Street boat ramp. Authorities have charged 19-year-old Rachelle Baldwin and three 17-year-old male juveniles with third-degree criminal mischief for the damage.

Why it matters

The levee system in Red Oak is an important piece of infrastructure that helps protect the community from flooding. Any damage to the levees could compromise their integrity and put nearby residents at risk. This incident highlights the need for vigilance in safeguarding critical public assets.

The details

According to police, the vandalism took place on the evening of April 2 in the 500 block of West Coolbaugh Street, near the boat ramp area along the levee. Rachelle Baldwin, a 19-year-old resident, was arrested in the 900 block of Hammond Street and charged with third-degree criminal mischief. Three 17-year-old male juveniles, two from Red Oak and one from Carson, Iowa, were also arrested and charged with the same offense. All suspects were transported to the Montgomery County Law Enforcement Center.

• The incident occurred on Thursday, April 2, 2026.

What’s next

The three juvenile suspects will be processed at the Southwest Iowa Juvenile Detention Center in Council Bluffs, while Rachelle Baldwin remains in custody at the Montgomery County Law Enforcement Center on a $2,000 cash bond.