Fairfield Police Department

Fairfield Police Department The official page for the Fairfield Iowa Police Department. If you have an emergency please call/text Welcome to the new Fairfield Police Department page!!

We created this page to open the lines of communication with the community. Our intentions are to closely follow our FPD mission statement, listed below. The FPD will actively monitor this page and will remove any inappropriate content (also listed below) without notice and as quickly as possible. This FPD page shall reserve the right to remove and/or block anyone who posts any inappropriate mater

ial, determined by the department. The material may include, but is not limited too:

1. Profane, obscene, or pornographic content and/or language
2. Content that promotes, fosters or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, age, religion, gender, or national origin
3. Threats to any person or organization
4. Defamatory or personal attacks
5. Comments not related to the original topic, including random or unintelligible comments
6. Information that may tend to compromise the safety or security of the public or public systems
7. Content that violates a legal ownership interest, such as a copyright, of any party
8. Encouragement of illegal activity
9. Conduct in violation of any federal, state or local law
10. Solicitation of commerce, including but not limited to advertising of any business or product for sale
11. Comments in support of, or in opposition to, any political campaigns or ballot measures
12. Harassment or content which constitutes and/or facilitates stalking
13. Posts or comments that contain any external links
14. Encouragement of violence
15. Content which violates the right to privacy
16. Comments which may reasonably interfere with, inhibit, or compromise law enforcement investigations, police tactics, police responses to incidents and/or the safety of police staff & officers

The mission of the Fairfield Police Department is to improve the quality of life by preserving the peace and safety of the community through the formation of partnerships; creating positive interations.

National Police Week 2026 begins May 10th.Across our nation, this week is a time of reflection, gratitude, and remembran...
05/10/2026

National Police Week 2026 begins May 10th.

Across our nation, this week is a time of reflection, gratitude, and remembrance.

We honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Their names, their stories, and their legacy live on, not only within their departments, but in the communities they gave everything to protect. They will never be forgotten.

We also stand in appreciation of those who continue to serve today. Policing is more than a profession, it is a calling marked by courage, sacrifice, and a commitment to others, often in the most difficult moments. Day and night, you step forward so others can feel safe.

To the families who share in this sacrifice, your strength does not go unnoticed. Your support makes this service possible, and this week, we honor you as well.

During National Police Week, we invite our community to come together to remember, to reflect, and to show appreciation. Take a moment to thank an officer, honor a fallen hero, and recognize the service behind the badge.

We had a blast today at the Rotary Spring Festival! 🌷🚓Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello, we al...
05/03/2026

We had a blast today at the Rotary Spring Festival! 🌷🚓

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth to say hello, we always enjoy spending time with our community.

And yes… Sergeant Riegel did volunteer for the dunk tank. What he may not have realized is that it would quickly become the most popular spot at the festival. The line just kept getting longer… and longer… and longer.

We lost track of how many times he got dunked, but let’s just say this town has some seriously good aim!

Thanks again for making it such a fun day!

05/02/2026

Jefferson County Law Center will be setting off the Outdoor Warning Sirens for testing at 10:00. It is only a test.

Reference: Assault on a Peace OfficerDate 5/01/2026On May 1, 2026, officers with the Fairfield Police Department and dep...
05/01/2026

Reference: Assault on a Peace Officer
Date 5/01/2026

On May 1, 2026, officers with the Fairfield Police Department and deputies with the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 50 block of North 12th Street for a report of a domestic disturbance.

Upon arrival, officers encountered a male and female subject. The male subject immediately became uncooperative and refused to comply with officers' demands. Officers attempted to detain the male subject, at which time he began to actively resist.

During the altercation, the subject struck a Fairfield Police Department officer in the face and made threats to kill responding officers. Officers were able to quickly detain the subject and successfully end the altercation. The officer who was struck was able to self-treat on scene and did not require further medical treatment.

Arrested:
Mahmoud Ahmed
Age: 42
Address: Fairfield, Iowa
Charges:
-Assault on a Peace Officer Causing Bodily Injury (Class D Felony)
-Harassment 1st Degree (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
-Interference with Official Acts (Aggravated Misdemeanor)

Ahmed was transported to the Jefferson County Jail, where he is being held without bond pending an initial appearance.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Joel Smith
Interim Chief of Police
Fairfield Police Department

Reference: Criminal MischiefDate: 5/01/2026On April 30, 2026, officers with the Fairfield Police Department responded to...
05/01/2026

Reference: Criminal Mischief
Date: 5/01/2026

On April 30, 2026, officers with the Fairfield Police Department responded to multiple reports of a male subject acting erratically in the area of Court Street near Briggs Avenue. The individual was reported to be damaging vehicles and slashing tires with a large knife.

Officers responded to the area and were able to locate a male subject who was yelling and behaving erratically. The individual was taken into custody for Disorderly Conduct while officers continued investigating the vandalism complaints.

During a search incident to arrest, officers located a 12-inch butcher knife on the subject. While in custody, the individual made threats to kill the arresting officers and was subsequently charged with Harassment in the 1st Degree.

As the investigation continued, officers identified approximately 17 victims whose vehicles had been damaged. The estimated total damage from slashed tires and other vandalism is between $5,000 and $8,000.

Arrested: Brian Ray Johnson
Age: 55
Address: Fairfield, IA
Charges:
-Disorderly Conduct (Simple Misdemeanor)
-Harassment 1st Degree (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
-Criminal Mischief 2nd Degree (Class D Felony)

Johnson was transported to the Jefferson County Correctional Facility, where he is currently being held on bond.

This case remains under investigation. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Fairfield Police Department.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation. All subjects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

UPDATE: Parents were located and have picked up the child. Thank you all for the assistance!NEED ASSISTANCE!!!!! This yo...
04/25/2026

UPDATE: Parents were located and have picked up the child. Thank you all for the assistance!

NEED ASSISTANCE!!!!! This young man was located at Wilson Park with his dog. He was able to tell us his name but does not know his home address or his parent’s first names. Anyone know who this young man’s parents are?

We are proud to recognize Officer Braeden Nielsen for being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Law Enforcement Victim S...
04/25/2026

We are proud to recognize Officer Braeden Nielsen for being selected as a recipient of the 2026 Law Enforcement Victim Service Award from the U.S. Department of Justice’s Office for Victims of Crime.

This national honor highlights Officer Nielsen’s dedication to supporting victims with compassion, professionalism, and unwavering commitment. His work reflects the highest standards of service and care for those in our community during some of their most difficult moments.

Please join us in congratulating Officer Nielsen on this well-deserved recognition and thanking him for the difference he makes every day.

Reference: Vehicle PursuitDate: 04/24/2026On April 23, 2026 at approximately 10:42 p.m., officers with the Fairfield Pol...
04/24/2026

Reference: Vehicle Pursuit
Date: 04/24/2026

On April 23, 2026 at approximately 10:42 p.m., officers with the Fairfield Police Department attempted to initiate a traffic stop near the intersection of South 3rd Street and Washington Avenue Fairfield, Iowa. The vehicle failed to stop for the officer and a vehicle pursuit ensued.

The driver fled south bound on 6th Street, west onto Harrison Avenue, south on 7th Street, east on Libertyville Road, and then south on Highway 1 exiting the city limits. The chase continued into Van Buren and Wapello County. The driver exited the roadway and put the vehicle in a small embankment before fleeing on foot just north of Agency, Iowa. A short foot pursuit occurred and the driver was taken into custody.

ARRESTED: Edward Steven Feeney
AGE: 25
ADDRESS: Ottumwa, Iowa
CHARGES:
- Eluding (C- Felony)
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine) – 2nd Offense (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
- Driving While Barred (Aggravated Misdemeanor)
- Interference with Official Acts (Simple Misdemeanor)

ARRESTED: Christina Marie Wagner
AGE: 34
ADDRESS: Ottumwa, Iowa
CHARGES:
- Possession of a Controlled Substance (Methamphetamine) – 3rd or Subsequent Offense

Edward Feeney and Christina Wagner were both transported to the Jefferson County Correctional Facility and held pending initial court appearance.

The Fairfield Police Department was assisted by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Wapello County Sheriff’s Office, and 8th Judicial District Probation/Parole.

A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and all suspects are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Joel Smith
Interim Chief of Police
Fairfield Police Department

04/24/2026

Jefferson Co Alert:

SVRDVN

The National Weather Service in the Quad Cities has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Keokuk County in southeastern Iowa...
Western Johnson County in east central Iowa...
Western Washington County in southeastern Iowa...
Northern Jefferson County in southeastern Iowa...
Iowa County in east central Iowa...

* Until 1115 PM CDT.

* At 1014 PM CDT, severe thunderstorms were located along a line
extending from Deep River to Hayesville to near Drakesville, moving
east at 40 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and penny size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Expect damage to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Fairfield, Washington, Marengo, Sigourney, Williamsburg, Kalona,
Tiffin, Wellman, North English, Victor, Swisher, Oxford, Hedrick,
Brighton, What Cheer, Richland, Delta, Ladora, Maharishi Vedic
City, and Keswick.

This includes Interstate 80 in Iowa between mile markers 205 and 237.

04/22/2026

The Fairfield Police Department would like to wish a Happy Administrative Professionals Day to two hard working Civil Clerks in our sistering agency at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, Civil Sgt Michele Campbell and Civil Clerk Ruth Deao. Thank you for everything you do! ⌛️📃

🚨 SCAM ALERT – TRAFFIC VIOLATION NOTICE 🚨Our department has been made aware of a fraudulent “Final Notice – Court Enforc...
04/22/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT – TRAFFIC VIOLATION NOTICE 🚨

Our department has been made aware of a fraudulent “Final Notice – Court Enforcement Action” being circulated to residents.

This document claims to be from the State of Iowa regarding unpaid tolls or traffic violations and urges immediate payment, often directing individuals to scan a QR code.

⚠️ THIS IS A SCAM ⚠️

Please be aware:
• Official court documents will not demand payment via QR codes
• Government agencies do not threaten immediate enforcement in this manner without proper service
• The document may contain incorrect or mismatched court information

👉 What you should do:
• Do NOT scan the QR code
• Do NOT send any money or personal information
• Delete or discard the notice
• Report the incident to your local law enforcement agency

If you have concerns about a legitimate citation or court matter, contact the court directly using verified contact information.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post to protect others in our community.

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Fairfield, IA
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