Police Division

March 2, 2021 Press Release

On February 1, 2021, Norfolk Police began an investigation into the burglary of a residence.  Several power tools were stolen including a Stihl leaf blower.  The suspect attempted to sell the leaf blower at a local business but the business suspected that it was stolen and did not purchase it.  Business employees were able to identify the male suspect and the vehicle that the suspect drove.  During the investigation it was learned that a female friend of the suspect had a key to the victim’s residence.  The vehicle used while attempting to sell the leaf blower was also associated with female friend who was identified as Jodi R. Hastings, 36, of Norfolk.  Hastings was interviewed about the burglary and attempted selling of the leaf blower on February 2, 2021.  The investigation continued for several more weeks while officers attempted to locate the male suspect.  The investigating officer contacted Hastings on March 1 and arrested her for aiding and abetting burglary.  She was housed in the Norfolk City Jail and later transferred to the Madison County Jail.  This remains an active and open case.