12/15/2025
The Mills County Attorney’s Office condemns in the strongest possible terms the actions that resulted in the tragic deaths of two members of the Iowa National Guard.
These servicemembers answered the call to serve our state and our nation. Their loss is profound and deeply felt by their families, their fellow Guardsmen, and the people of Iowa. Any act of violence that claims the lives of those who serve undermines the safety of our communities and offends the values we are sworn to uphold.
We extend our deepest condolences to the families of the fallen Guardsmen and to the entire Iowa National Guard community. We honor their service and sacrifice.
Sgt. Edgar B. Torrestovar, 25, of Grimes, Iowa and Sgt. William N. Howard, 29, of Marshalltown, Iowa and the remaining three injured - our office will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers through this holiday season and beyond.