Oelwein Police arrest juvenile on Going Armed with Intent charge and more

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.