Storm Lake, Iowa (NorthwestIowaNow.com) — On December 15, 2025, at approximately 6:00 AM, the Storm Lake Police Department responded to the 700 Block of Hickory Lane regarding a theft.

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. Rivera Martinez was not located during the initial search of the area.

Later that day, at approximately 6:25 PM, officers returned to the 700 Block of Hickory Lane, located Rivera Martinez, and took him into custody without incident. He has been charged with: Burglary in the Second Degree (Class C Felony).

Rivera Martinez was booked into the Buena Vista County Jail and held on a $10,000 bond.