Dubuque, Iowa — A 32-year-old Dubuque woman was taken into custody early Saturday morning following an incident involving the alleged theft of a motor vehicle and damage to another parked car.

Jonnie Rose Connolly, a white female, was arrested at approximately 1:54 a.m. on June 20, 2026, at 1855 Greyhound Park Rd in Dubuque. She faces two misdemeanor charges: Theft in the Second Degree (specifically motor vehicle theft) and Striking an Unattended Vehicle.

According to the Daily Bulletin released by the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center, Connolly was arrested on Case # AR 2025007184. The arresting officer is listed as D. Lattner.

Details of the Incident

Authorities have not yet released additional specifics about the circumstances leading to the arrest, such as the identity of the vehicle owner, the make and model of the vehicles involved, or whether the theft was reported as a carjacking or unauthorized use. The address of the arrest is listed as 1855 Greyhound Park Rd.

Second-degree theft involving a motor vehicle under Iowa law generally applies to the unauthorized taking or operation of a vehicle valued under certain thresholds or under specific conditions that elevate it from a simple misdemeanor. The separate charge of striking an unattended vehicle suggests a possible collision occurred with a parked car during or after the alleged theft.

As of the bulletin’s release, no further updates on bond, court appearance dates, or victim statements have been made public. Local residents are encouraged to report any additional information to Dubuque law enforcement if they witnessed suspicious activity in the area overnight.

This article is based on the official Daily Bulletin from the Dubuque Law Enforcement Center dated June 20, 2026.