On Tuesday, the Iowa Department of Corrections announced the death of Anthony Steven Spurgeon. Spurgeon, who is from Ottumwa, was pronounced dead around 9 a.m. on Monday. Authorities say his death appears to be a suicide. The Iowa Department of Corrections will continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding Spurgeons death. Spurgeon was serving a 15-year maximum term at the Anamosa State Penitentiary for the crime of Habitual Offender and other charges out of Wapello County. He began serving his sentence August 27, 2018.
Recent News Stories
- News Henry County Supervisors Discuss Bridge Inspections, Board Appointments, and Agenda Changes January 15, 2026
- News Mount Pleasant City Council Reviews Ordinances, Appointments, and Grant Applications January 15, 2026
- News Learn to Grow Native Plants from Seed Saturday with the Des Moines County Master Gardeners Free Program January 14, 2026
- News Great River Health Announces 2026 Scholarship Opportunities for Future Healthcare Professionals January 14, 2026
- News Fairfield Mourns Loss of Police Chief David Thomas; No Foul Play Suspected January 14, 2026
- News Notice of Intended Action from MPCSD Board of Education on Board Policy Series 500 January 14, 2026