Paullina, IA (northwestiowanow) — A Paullina man faces multiple charges after allegedly restoring electricity to his home without authorization.

According to court records, the City of Paullina disconnected electrical service to a residence at 436 North Main Street on August 5.

Authorities allege the homeowner, 45-year-old Mark Denis Klaassen, cut a cable lock on an electric meter and removed the disconnect device. Investigators say Klaassen then obtained electricity without authorization.

Reports indicate Klaassen used approximately 750 kilowatt-hours of electricity between August 5 and September 29. Authorities estimate the value of the electricity at $84.38.

Warrants for Klaassen’s arrest were issued on Tuesday, October 6.

Klaassen was arrested Wednesday, November 4 in O’Brien County and charged with fifth-degree fraudulent practice, fifth-degree criminal mischief, and fifth-degree theft, all simple misdemeanors.