(Des Moines) James Scott Hoffman, convicted of Robbery 2nd Degree and other charges in Polk County, failed to report back to the Fort Des Moines Reentry Center as required yesterday. Hoffman is a 66-year-old white male, height 5’10”, and weighs 197 pounds. He was admitted to the work release facility on May 12, 2023. Persons with information on Hoffman’s whereabouts should contact local police. For more information on the state’s work release program, please see Iowa Code 904.901-904.910
Work release escape of James Hoffman
By Tom Robinson
Sep 30, 2023 | 11:34 AM

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