Fayette County, IA – Fayette County Sheriff’s deputies responded to two domestic abuse incidents this week, resulting in multiple arrests in Fairbank and Hawkeye. Both calls occurred within roughly 24 hours and involved separate investigations across the county.
According to the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office, the first incident occurred Sunday, December 7, 2025, at approximately 11:48 p.m., when deputies were dispatched to 601 2nd St. NE in Fairbank for a reported domestic abuse assault. After investigating, deputies arrested Jamie Rose Levendusky, 51, of Fairbank, for aggravated domestic abuse assault and possession of marijuana. Levendusky was transported to the Fayette County Jail pending a magistrate appearance.
The second incident took place earlier in the week, on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at 7:00 a.m., when deputies responded to a 911 call from 220 S. Burrell Street in Hawkeye regarding a disturbance. Upon arrival, deputies determined an assault had occurred.
Investigators arrested Jennifer Burrell (Herman), 43, of Hawkeye, for Domestic Abuse Assault, Causing Bodily Injury, a serious misdemeanor. Also charged in connection with the same incident was 49-year-old Matthew Burrell of Hawkeye. Deputies reported the assault involved bodily injury and required immediate intervention.
Both cases remain under review, and all suspects are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. No additional injuries or ongoing threats to the public were reported.
Residents with information related to domestic disturbances or those seeking assistance are encouraged to contact the Fayette County Sheriff’s Office.
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