Crime

Storm Lake Police were dispatched to a business on Salebarn Road December 15th on report of customer disturbance.

Storm Lake Police report the reported runaway was found safe, but allege another juvenile helped hide her, and has charged him.

Police allege that Jose Rivera Martinez (31) of Storm Lake forcefully entered a parked vehicle while the victim was inside and stole a cell phone.

A Storm Lake man is facing a felony charge following a domestic disturbance reported late Thursday night.

A Spirit Lake man is in custody after authorities say he opened fire on another motorist earlier this year.

According to court records filed in Cherokee County District Court, Winchell faces three felony counts: One count of Ongoing Criminal Conduct – Influence Enterprise, a Class B Felony. Two counts of Theft in the First Degree, both Class C Felonies.

An investigation stemming from a traffic stop late this summer has resulted in new felony weapon charges for a Ruthven man.

Officers say Stroman resisted arrest at the scene but was eventually taken into custody.

While a deputy was en route, the cellphone’s location began moving.

He now faces charges including first-degree burglary, assault while participating in a felony, and intimidation with a dangerous weapon.