At 3:39pm on February 28, 2026, Oelwein Police conducted a traffic stop in the 300 block of 6th Ave SW. As a result, the driver, Maxwell Rolon, 55, of Oelwein, was charged with Driving While License Suspended. Rolon was issued a citation and court summons for the offense, as well as a citation for Failure to Provide Proof of Financial Liability and a warning for speeding.
On February 27, 2026, at 1:26am, Oelwein Officers conducted a traffic stop in the 1300 block of Industrial Park Rd. As a result of the traffic stop, Mathew Aaron Urban, 22, of Oelwein, was issued a summons into court for Driving While License Suspended – Scheduled Infraction.
At 10:36am, Oelwein Officers conducted a traffic stop near the intersection of East Charles and Outer Road. As a result of the traffic stop, Kaiden Lee Reinking, 19, of Hawkeye was issued a summons into court for Driving While License Suspended – Scheduled Infraction.
At 2:20pm on February 26, 2026, Oelwein Police charged Chase Ray Edmonds, 18, of Oelwein, with Underage Possession or Use of Tobacco/Vape Product. Edmonds was issued a citation for the offense following a report of a student possessing a vape device at Oelwein High School.
At 2:47pm on February 23, 2026, Oelwein Police charged a 12-year-old female juvenile with Minor Using Tobacco/Vape Product. The juvenile was issued a citation for the offense following a report of a student possessing a vape device at Oelwein Middle School.
At 9:44pm on February 24, 2026, Oelwein Police responded to a call of a 15-year-old male juvenile threatening people with a knife in the 100 block of 6th Ave SE. Shortly afterwards officers located and arrested the juvenile, who was then transported to North Iowa Juvenile Detention Services for secure placement. The juvenile was charged with Going Armed with Intent - Class D Felony, Assault While Displaying a Dangerous Weapon - Aggravated Misdemeanor, and 1st Degree Harassment (Threats) - Aggravated Misdemeanor. A legal guardian of the juvenile was notified, and the case has been referred to Juvenile Court.
On February 23, 2026, at 12:08pm, Oelwein Officers responded to and investigated a 2-vehicle traffic accident at the intersection of 14th St Se and Rock Island Road. A 2019 Ram 1500 traveling Southbound, operated by Cee Ann Holmes, 33, of Hawkeye, attempted to turn left in front of a 2012 Honda CRV that was traveling Northbound, operated by Kristin McGraw, 41, of Oelwein, causing both vehicles to collide. Approximately $6,000 of damage was reported to the Ram 1500. $8,000 of damage was reported towards the Honda CRV. As a result of the investigation, Holmes was placed at fault and was issued a citation for Unsafe Turn. No injuries were reported and both vehicles were able to be driven away from the scene.
On February 21, 2026, at 12:47am, Oelwein officers conducted a traffic stop in the 10 block of 1st St SE. As a result of the traffic stop, Emma Kuhn, 20, and Alaina Patrick, 20, both of Oelwein, were cited and released for Underage Possession of Tobacco as well as Underage Possession of Alcohol.
OELWEIN PUBLIC SAFETY
CITY OF OELWEIN, IOWA
Media Release DATE:
February 21, 2026
Release: Oelwein and Hazleton Fire Departments Contain Industrial Roof Fire Friday Evening
The Oelwein Fire Department was paged at approximately 5:41 p.m. on Friday evening, February 20, 2026, to a report of flames visible at an industrial building in the 900 block of 2nd Avenue SE. The Hazleton Fire Department was also requested for mutual aid assistance.
Upon arrival, firefighters observed flames and smoke coming from the roof of Ashley Industrial Molding, near the middle of the north section of the building. The department’s aerial platform was utilized extensively during the suppression effort to move personnel and equipment to the seat of the fire.
Fire suppression operations were complicated by the fire spreading within the layers of rubber roofing and insulation materials. In addition to the aerial operations, fire crews conducted an interior attack to slow the progression of the fire and prevent further extension within the structure. The Oelwein Public Safety drone was deployed to monitor thermal hotspots and enhance firefighter safety throughout the incident.
Crews encountered hazardous conditions both on the ground and on the roof due to extremely slippery surfaces. The Oelwein Street Department responded to the scene and provided sand to improve traction and assist with ground operations.
Firefighters from Oelwein and Hazleton remained on scene for approximately three hours. Damage was contained to the roof area of this portion of the large industrial complex.
“Our firefighters once again demonstrated tremendous professionalism and teamwork under challenging conditions,” said Oelwein Public Safety Chief Jeremy Logan. “This incident required coordination between multiple agencies, the effective use of specialized equipment, and a strong mutual aid partnership. We appreciate the support from Hazleton Fire and our local partners in helping bring this fire under control safely.”
The Oelwein Fire Department was assisted by the Hazleton Fire Department, Oelwein Police Department, Oelwein Street Department, and MercyOne Ambulance.
The cause of the fire is believed to be an electrical failure involving a rooftop HVAC unit
At 8:27pm on February 16, 2026, Oelwein Police charged Yerickson Paredes Diaz, 40, of Waterloo, with Driving While License Suspended. Diaz was issued a citation and summons to court for the charge following a traffic stop in the 10 block of Maplewood Dr. Diaz was also issued a citation for Failure to Obey Traffic Control Device.
At 6:19pm on February 14, 2026, Oelwein Police responded to a two-vehicle accident in the 10 block of 1st St SE. A red 2008 Chevrolet Impala, driven by Alissa Baker of Hazleton, was travelling northbound in an alley when they failed to yield to and were struck by a red 2009 Dodge Ram, driven by Amber Williams of Oelwein, who was traveling eastbound on 1st St SE. Initial estimates of damages were $5,000 to the vehicle driven by Baker and $4,000 to the vehicle driven by Williams. Baker was assigned fault for the accidents and was issued a citation for Failure to Yield Upon Entering Roadway.
On February 14, 2026, at approximately Oelwein Officers charged Austin Sylvester Perry, 21, of Oelwein with Theft – 2nd Degree – Class D Felony. This charge comes as a result of an investigation into a reported trailer stolen from a property in Oelwein.