(Hull)– A Hull man was arrested Saturday on multiple charges stemming from a joint investigation by the Sioux County Sheriff’s Office and the Iowa State Patrol.
Authorities say 44-year-old Isidro Encarnacion of Hull threatened family members with a large knife as he was allegedly trying to steal a vehicle. Upon arriving officers observed Encarnacion driving the vehicle described as being stolen. Despite commands to show his hands, officers say Encarnacion brandished the knife and fled northbound from the residence, resulting in a pursuit lasting about nine miles. Authorities say that during the chase, Encarnacion lost control of the vehicle and struck a culvert, disabling the vehicle. After getting out of the vehicle, Encarnacion ignored officers’ commands and aggressively approached them with the knife. Officers subdued Encarnacion using a taser and the Sheldon Police Department’s K-9.
Encarnacion was taken to the Orange City Hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Upon being released from the hospital he was arrested and charged with operating a motor vehicle under the influence…3rd offense; 1st degree theft; domestic abuse; child endangerment; interference with official acts; criminal mischief and felony eluding.
