Dubuque, Iowa — Gerald Javonne Vassel Sr., 33, was arrested Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 6:20 a.m. at 770 Iowa St. on five charges:

•  False Imprisonment (Misdemeanor)

•  Domestic Abuse Assault Impeding Air/Blood Flow Causing Bodily Injury (Felony)

•  Domestic Abuse Assault With Injury – Simple Assault

•  Harassment in the First Degree (Misdemeanor)

•  Obstruction of Emergency Communication (Misdemeanor)

The arrest was made by Dubuque Police Officer M.J. Portz. The case is filed as State of Iowa v. Vassel Sr., Gerald Javonne, Case No. 01311 FECR164324.

Court Actions

•  $10,000 cash bond posted by Christine Jada Mashay

•  No Contact Order issued by Judge Mark T. Hostager

•  Preliminary hearing set for June 8, 2026, at 10:50 a.m.

•  Attorney Steven Ray Wilson Jr. representing Vassel

Vassel is presumed innocent until proven guilty. The case remains active.

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