UPDATE: The suspect has been identified as 32-year-old Michael Amerson of Iowa City. He was arrested Tuesday on an unrelated charge; additional charges are expected.
City release
02/03/26
The Iowa City Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in a credit card fraud investigation.
At approximately 1:40 a.m., Friday, Jan. 16, 2026, a stolen credit card was used at Hawkeye Liquor, 108 E. College St. As part of the ongoing investigation, police would like to speak with the person of interest pictured above.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Iowa City Police Department at 319-356-5275. In addition, anyone in that area with security cameras is asked to review their recordings and contact the Iowa City Police Department with any potential footage or information about this incident.
Iowa City Area Crime Stoppers is also offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information about this incident that leads to an arrest. Crime Stoppers tips can be submitted via the P3 Tips app, online at iccrimestoppers.org, or by phone at 319-358-TIPS (8477). All tips and calls are held in strict confidence and anonymity is guaranteed. Individuals providing information are not required to reveal their identity to collect a reward.