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University of Iowa Standout Mark Perry Jr Arrested

Hawkeye college wrestler Mark Perry, Jr., was arrested on Thursday for driving while suspended.

According to police documents, Perry, a senior from Stillwater, Okla., was arrested at 4:22 p.m. at 1421 Coral Ridge Ave. in Coralville.

Online records show that Perry, who was named Big Ten Wrestler of the Week on Wednesday, was ticketed and fined for an insurance violation in 2006, speeding in 2004, and failure to display his vehicle registration in 2003.

Perry, who wrestles at 165 pounds, is ranked second nationally. Last season, Perry was both NCAA and Big Ten champion. He named an All-American in 2004-2005 and 2005-2006 seasons.