Essex Woman Arrested After Traffic Stop

Treasure Nicole Wendy Bengston charged with driving while barred

Apr. 17, 2026 at 11:23am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a car key against a pitch-black background, the harsh flash creating a stark, gritty aesthetic that conceptually represents the serious nature of a driving violation arrest.A traffic stop leads to the arrest of a driver with a revoked license, exposing the consequences of violating driving laws.Red Oak Today

A Montgomery County Sheriff's Office traffic stop led to the arrest of 34-year-old Treasure Nicole Wendy Bengston from Essex, Iowa early this morning. Bengston was charged with driving while barred and transported to the Montgomery County Jail, where she was held on a $2,000 bond.

Why it matters

Driving while barred is a serious offense that can result in fines, jail time, and the suspension of driving privileges. This arrest highlights the importance of law enforcement monitoring traffic violations to promote public safety on Iowa's roads.

The details

According to the report, deputies stopped Bengston on Highway 48 near the Page/Montgomery County line. During the investigation, authorities determined that Bengston's driving privileges had been revoked, leading to her arrest.

  • The traffic stop occurred early this morning (April 17, 2026).

The players

Treasure Nicole Wendy Bengston

A 34-year-old woman from Essex, Iowa who was arrested for driving while barred.

Montgomery County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and made the arrest.

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The takeaway

This arrest serves as a reminder for all drivers to ensure their licenses are valid and to obey traffic laws, as law enforcement remains vigilant in monitoring and enforcing driving violations to keep Iowa's roads safe.