Union County Man Arrested for Burglary, Theft, and Drug Possession

Creston police apprehended Reynaldo Ramirez Bravo on multiple charges

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Creston Police in Iowa arrested 41-year-old Reynaldo Ramirez Bravo on Tuesday for possession of methamphetamine, theft, and third-degree burglary. They also arrested 36-year-old Vanessa Gutierrez for 13 counts of fifth-degree theft.

Why it matters

This incident highlights ongoing challenges with drug-related crimes and property theft in the Creston area, which has seen an uptick in such incidents in recent years despite efforts by local law enforcement to curb the issues.

The details

Ramirez Bravo was arrested at the intersection of Summit and Poplar streets and charged with possession of methamphetamine, first-degree theft, and third-degree burglary. He was transported to Union County Jail and held on a $15,000 and $1,000 cash bond. Gutierrez was arrested at Elm and Union Streets and charged with 13 counts of fifth-degree theft. She was held on a $3,900 bond but later released after posting 10% of the allowable amount.

  • The arrests occurred on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.

The players

Reynaldo Ramirez Bravo

A 41-year-old Creston resident who was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, first-degree theft, and third-degree burglary.

Vanessa Gutierrez

A 36-year-old Creston resident who was arrested for 13 counts of fifth-degree theft.

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The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges Creston faces with drug-related crimes and property theft, despite efforts by local law enforcement to address these issues. The arrests highlight the need for continued vigilance and community-based solutions to tackle these persistent problems.