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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Iowa City man charged for allegedly masturbating at local gym

An Iowa City man was charged on Jan. 9 with indecent exposure.

According to an Iowa City police report, Donald Fennelly, 58, was seen at an Iowa City gym lying on a mat in front of a treadmill. A female witness then saw Fennelly take his penis out of his pants and proceed to "masturbate vigorously."

The female witness then left the room and reported the actions to gym staff. The report said Fennelly stopped masturbating and put his pants back on after the witness exited the room.

Indecent exposure is a serious misdemeandor and is punishable by up to one year in jail and a maximum fine of $1,875.

— by Conrad Swanson

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