Northern Iowa Man to Prison in ATM Thefts

MASON CITY, Iowa (AP) — A 25-year-old Clear Lake man has been sent to prison after pleading guilty to several crimes, including thefts from two ATMs.

The sentences handed down on Monday add up to 55 years for Michael Wilson. He was convicted of two counts of burglary, arson, criminal mischief and possession of methamphetamine, third offense.

Assistant Cerro Gordo County Attorney Blake Norman says Wilson must serve a mandatory minimum of nine years before he can be paroled.

Authorities say Wilson stole an ATM in Clear Lake on Aug. 15 and made off with cash after cutting open an ATM at a Clear Lake bar on Oct. 24.

Authorities also say Wilson had stolen a pickup that was found burning on Oct. 28.