OTTUMWA – An Ottumwa man faces multiple felony charges for allegedly possessing illegal drugs and a Molotov cocktail, as well as firing a bow and arrow at a residence.
According to court records, the Ottumwa Police Department executed a search warrant at the home of 48-year-old Kevin Guthrie on the night of February 10. Police say they found a clear plastic bag that contained methamphetamine at the residence, in addition to a bottle filled with a flammable liquid that had a rag sticking out of its end, which is known as a Molotov cocktail.
Authorities allegedly found evidence that an additional Molotov cocktail was thrown on the property, and court documents indicate that Guthrie admitted to throwing the cocktail, but added that the cocktail did not ignite.
Guthrie was arrested and charged with several crimes, including:
- Possession of Explosive Material or Destructive Devices with Intent (class C felony)
- Intimidation with a Dangerous Weapon (class C felony)
- Possession of Methamphetamine – 1st Offense (serious misdemeanor)
- Possession of Drug Paraphernalia (simple misdemeanor)
Guthrie also faces a charge of 3rd Degree Harassment (simple misdemeanor) for allegedly firing a bow and arrow at a residence during a separate incident.
Guthrie is currently being held in the Wapello County Jail on a $100,000 bond.
