DUBUQUE, Iowa – Sylvester Pierre Hubbard, charged in case 01311 FECR160033, faces an arraignment on July 7, 2025, at 9:00 AM in Dubuque County District Court. The charges stem from a June 9, 2025, incident where Hubbard allegedly participated in a riot, pointed a gun at an individual during at fight at Comiskey Park , and committed related offenses.

The Dubuque Police Department filed complaints on June 10, charging Hubbard with two Class D felonies—participation in a riot and willful injury causing bodily injury—and two aggravated misdemeanors—assault while displaying a dangerous weapon and unlawful assembly. Each felony carries up to 5 years in prison and a $7,500 fine; each misdemeanor up to 2 years and $6,250.

Court records show Hubbard’s initial appearance on June 11 before Judge Robert J. Richter, who issued a no-contact order and set a $5,000 surety bond, which Hubbard posted for pre-trial release. On June 18, Judge Michael J. Shubatt received trial information and minutes of testimony, confirming the gun-related allegations. A preliminary hearing occurred the same day. Attorney Les Blair withdrew on June 19, replaced by Benjamin Robert Bartels.

No disposition has been recorded. The arraignment will determine Hubbard’s plea.

For updates, visit http://www.iowacourts.gov or contact the Dubuque County Clerk of Court.