14-year-old punched in stomach, iPhone stolen

A 14-year-old boy is OK after a someone allegedly punched him in the stomach and took his iPhone Sunday night.

According to the police report, Austin police arrested 18-year-old Kim Monykuany after he and two teens allegedly approached the 14-year-old at the corner of 10th St. and Fifth Ave. SW, punched him and took his iPhone. Police later arrested the 17-year-old who allegedly punched the victim, as well.

The victim told police that the phone is worth $200, but a new phone with a new plan would cost roughly $550.

Monykuany is in the Mower County jail pending formal charges.

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