DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT

INCIDENT REPORT

Report Number Report Type

2022-00009467 Assault - Simple

Report Details
Incident Location
2700 Beaver Ave, IA 50310
Reported Date and Time Occurred From Occurred To
04/12/2022 11:52 03/18/2022 11:52 04/12/2022 11:52
Status Status Date Disposition Disposition Date Exception Clearance / Date
UNFOUNDED 04/12/2022 Unfounded 04/12/2022

Offense(s)
Offense Description Statute & F/M Degree Counts
ASSAULT 708.2(6)

Subject(s)
Type Name Address Contact Info Race Sex Date of Birth
Victim STOPE-BOGGUS, KIM White Female 03/27/1979

Vehicle(s)
Role Plate Year Make/Model Color VIN State
-

Property
Loss Type Property Type Description

Investigative Narrative

Created 04/18/2022 04:55 by Giampolo, Abby L

On 04/12 I was given information to contact Kimberly regarding contact with that she felt was inappropriate.
I called her that day, and we spoke over the phone. Kimberly provided her information and an account of what had
occurred.

Kimberly stated that she worked for on his campaign in 2019 through 2020 when she was his campaign
manager. Kimberly stated lost that race, however they kept in contact after that time. She stated that
has attended her family gatherings and also her children`s birthday parties over the years.

Kimberly recently began working for again on his current campaign for . She stated that at the
end of February 2022 hired a new campaign manager who then fired the current campaign manager as well
as Kimberly. She stated that when she was let go Kimberly was asked to sign a separation agreement, in which she
agreed not to make any disparaging remarks about or his campaign. She stated at the time she was not
aware of any issues that or his campaign was attempting to keep her from speaking about.

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After being terminated contacted Kimberly and asked her if she would meet with him. She agreed and they
had a three way call with campaign manager, Maddy Leahy It was arranged for Kimberly and
to meet at the Dam Pub for drinks on 03/18/22 at 1900.

Kimberly stated that she met with at the bar. They spoke about his campaign, and told Kimberly
that he was unhappy with his current campaign manager. He asked her to rejoin his campaign in a senior advisory
role. Kimberly stated that was scheduled to travel to D.C., and they agreed they would talk more about the
position when he returned. then paid for the two drinks each they had consumed, and he and Kimberly left
the bar.

Kimberly stated that she had parked her vehicle across the street in the Ace Hardware parking lot, and
vehicle was parked on Beaver Avenue. As they were walking to their cars Kimberly stated they continued to talk
about work topics. She stated then grabbed the collar of the vest she was wearing and kissed her on her
mouth. Kimberly pulled away from this, and she stated that stopped the contact and walked away without
saying anything further.

Kimberly stated when she got to her vehicle she called Maddy and told her that had kissed her on the mouth.
She stated Maddy asked what had been decided about Kimberly`s job, and she told Maddy that had asked
her to rejoin the campaign. Kimberly then left the area and stated she did not tell anyone else what had occurred.

Kimberly stated that over the next couple of weeks she and remained in contact via text. She stated her
birthday was within this time frame, and he told her happy birthday. She stated they also talked about his campaign
and polls that had come out. Kimberly stated the kiss was not discussed in any of these conversations.

Kimberly stated that on 04/04 she received a text message from Maddy which contained a picture showing
holding his cell phone and a call sheet. Kimberly described that call sheets used on the campaign contain potential
donors` names, information, and approximate amount they may donate. Kimberly stated the message from Maddy
was that was about to call Kimberly`s wife Becky.

Kimberly stated she was with Becky when her phone then rang, and it was calling. Becky answered the
phone on speaker phone, and Kimberly stated she heard begin speaking. Kimberly stated
mentioned that he and Becky were both Democrats and began to ask for a donation. At that point, Becky told
that she no longer supported him and disconnected the call.

Kimberly stated after this phone call Becky made a post on Twitter with negative comments about politicians.
Kimberley stated in the post Becky called by name and commented that he had fired Kimberly and then
called Becky to ask for money. Kimberly stated approximately two and a half hours later called her and
asked her to have Becky remove the post. Kimberly stated she told and not to call her again, and that is the last
conversation she had with .

Kimberly stated after this incident she told Becky about kissing her when leaving the bar. She stated that
Becky was upset and suggested that she report the incident to Police.

Kimberly stated that on 04/11, the day prior to our conversation, team contacted her lawyer. Kimberly
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stated that she had re-posted Becky`s comments about and his team advised her lawyer that that was a
violation of the nondisclosure that she signed when she was terminated. Kimberly stated she did remove her post
after that.

Kimberly stated also on 04/11 she sent a text message to Maddy telling her that she was considering making a police
report in reference to kissing her. She stated that Maddy did not seem comfortable with the conversation,
and she is unsure if she would tell or his team .

As Kimberly described kissing her, she commented that this was something that he has done to several other
women. Kimberly stated that has "1950s interactions with women" and stated that she believes that he
thinks kissing and hugging women is part of his charm. Kimberly stated that is "old school" and has displayed
these behaviors with many women. I asked Kimberly if she felt that did these things in an aggressive or
sexual manner, and she stated no. She stated he just has an old fashioned view of how to interact with women, and
this is a part of it. Kimberly did not describe any sexual intent nor any intent to harm either her or the other women
that has kissed.

I asked Kimberly what she would like to see to see done with this information, and she stated that she wants
to admit what he did and change his behavior. She also stated that she wished to file a police report and pursue an
investigation. I informed Kimberly that I would begin looking into the case and contact her later with more
information.

I next contacted Assistant Polk County Attorney Meggan Guns and advised her of the information provided by
Kimberly. In my conversation with Megan, it was determined that there was insufficient information and evidence to
pursue a criminal investigation. With the information provided by Kimberly, no sexual intent on part has
been reported.

I called Kimberly back on 04/12 and explained this decision, which she stated she understood. Kimberly stated she
would like to still have the situation documented, and I informed her I would initiate a police report detailing her
statements.

There is no information to support that a criminal act occurred, and this case will be closed as Unfounded.

Created 04/12/2022 07:07 by Giampolo, Abby L

On 4/12/22 I spoke to Kimberly and took her statement to initiate this case. After receiving that information, I
consulted with Assistant Polk County Attorney Meggan Guns and it was determined no criminal act occurred and
there will be no further investigation. I contacted Kimberly again that day and informed her of the decision.

An additional supp will follow with details of the statement given by Kimberly.

This case will be closed as Unfounded.

Reporting Officer Badge Number Date Printed Timestamp

Giampolo, Abby 5037 04/12/2022 11:52 09/15/2022 06:49
DES MOINES POLICE DEPARTMENT
INCIDENT REPORT

Report Number Report Type

2022-00009467 Assault - Simple

Reporting Officer Badge Number Date Printed Timestamp

Giampolo, Abby 5037 04/12/2022 11:52 09/15/2022 06:49