Burlington police have arrested a Lomax, Illinois, man in connection with two separate sexual assault cases in the city.

Hosea Antonio Winters III, 32, has been charged with multiple offenses, including two counts of Sexual Abuse in the Third Degree, a Class C felony. The charges stem from incidents that occurred more than two years apart.

The first case dates back to May 30, 2023, when an adult woman was assaulted at around 2:14 a.m. in the 1700 block of Dill Street.

The second case took place on August 8, 2025, when police say Winters forced his way into a home in the 700 block of Arch Street and sexually assaulted an elderly woman around 11 p.m. Winters faces additional charges of First-Degree Burglary, a Class B felony, and Obstruction of Emergency Communication, a misdemeanor, related to the incident.

Authorities say DNA evidence linked the two assaults. The investigation was carried out by the Burlington Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division, with assistance from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation and the state’s Criminalistics Laboratory.

Police emphasized that the case remains under investigation and are encouraging anyone with information to contact the Burlington Police Department at (319) 753-8366.

West Burlington, Iowa, Great River Health awarded a DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® to Shelly Peterson, RN. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care nurses provide patients and families every day.

Shelly Peterson works in the Women & Family Center in West Burlington.  A Labor and Delivery Nurse, Shelly was recognized for her quick thinking and action in response to a newborn in distress.  She realized something was off with the baby and delayed discharge to monitor further. While the new mom was feeding the baby, she realized he wasn’t responding and hit the call light.  Shelly answered, took one look at the baby, who was not breathing, scooped him up, and took him to the nursery. To alert additional staff to the need for help, she activated the security alarm.  Thanks to her quick thinking and action, the team of nurses resuscitated the baby. After a complete workup by the pediatric hospitalist, Dr. Patrick Williams, the baby was transferred to the Stead Family Children’s Hospital.  The NICU team there was very complimentary of the quick response and care that was provided. When the parents arrived at the NICU in Iowa City, the mom, through her tears, said, “Shelly saved my baby’s life.” Shelly’s expertise and compassion make her an extraordinary nurse.

The award recipient is chosen by a committee at Great River Health to receive The DAISY Award. Shelly was honored at a special Daisy Award ceremony in her department attended by her colleagues, patients, and visitors.  She received a certificate commending her as an “Extraordinary Nurse.”  The certificate reads: “In deep appreciation of all you do, who you are, and the incredibly meaningful difference you make in the lives of so many people.” Emma also received a DAISY Award pin, and a beautiful and meaningful sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe. The Great River Health Daisy Award recipients will be featured on the Daisy Foundation website along with recipients from around the world. A video of the presentation of the award can be viewed on the Great River Health Facebook page.

Nurses may be nominated by patients, families, and colleagues on an ongoing basis.

Great River Health employs over 815 nurses, providing patient care at their Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center – Fort Madison and West Burlington – campuses; along with Henry County Health Center in Mount Pleasant.

More information is available at http://DAISYfoundation.org.

Fairfield, Iowa — On September 2, 2025, the Fairfield Police Department, with support from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa, the Fairfield Veterinary Clinic, and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 100 block of Cardinal Drive, uncovering severe animal neglect.

The investigation began on August 27, when police received reports that a large number of animals were living in unsafe and unsanitary conditions. Officers conducted a thorough investigation, gathering statements, observations, and evidence that ultimately led to the approval of a search warrant.

Upon entering the home, law enforcement and animal welfare professionals discovered numerous animals confined in overcrowded kennels, many covered in feces and deprived of proper food, water, and care. The living conditions were deemed hazardous to both the animals and humans.

In total, 38 dogs, 10 cats, and 13 various small animals were rescued from the property and transferred to animal welfare organizations for medical treatment and rehabilitation.

The property’s occupants, Ellen Marie Telleen, 44, of Fairfield, and Krysta Marie Telleen, 26, of Fairfield, were arrested and each faces 48 counts of animal neglect, classified as simple misdemeanors. Both were transported to the Jefferson County Correctional Facility, booked, and later released after posting bond.

Lieutenant Joel Smith of the Fairfield Police Department stated, “This was a significant rescue operation. Thanks to the swift action of our officers and the assistance of our community partners, these animals are now receiving the care they desperately needed.”

The Fairfield Police Department was assisted in the investigation by the Jefferson County Attorney’s Office, Fairfield Veterinary Clinic, Animal Rescue League of Iowa, and the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office.