Three Arrested in Creston for Intoxication, Harassment, and Drug Charges

Incidents occurred over the past week in the western Iowa town

Published on Mar. 2, 2026

The Creston Police Department made three separate arrests over the past week, charging individuals with public intoxication, harassment, and drug possession. The arrests took place at various locations around the town and resulted in the suspects being booked into the Union County Jail, with some later released on bond.

Why it matters

These arrests highlight the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in small Midwestern towns like Creston when it comes to addressing issues related to substance abuse, mental health, and public safety. The incidents also underscore the need for greater community resources and support to help address the root causes behind these types of crimes.

The details

On February 27, police arrested 19-year-old Rey Santiago Saturno-Hernandez for public intoxication. Two days later, they arrested 60-year-old Lester Glenn Franke on three counts of first-degree harassment. And on Sunday, authorities charged 50-year-old Colleen Ann Reed with possession of drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine. All three suspects were booked into the Union County Jail, with Franke held on a $6,000 cash bond and Reed released after posting a $1,300 bond.

  • On February 27, police arrested Rey Santiago Saturno-Hernandez.
  • On February 29, police arrested Lester Glenn Franke.
  • On March 1, police arrested Colleen Ann Reed.

The players

Rey Santiago Saturno-Hernandez

A 19-year-old Creston resident who was arrested for public intoxication.

Lester Glenn Franke

A 60-year-old Creston resident who was arrested on three counts of first-degree harassment.

Colleen Ann Reed

A 50-year-old Prescott, Iowa resident who was arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia and methamphetamine.

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The takeaway

These arrests underscore the ongoing challenges faced by law enforcement in small Midwestern towns when it comes to addressing issues related to substance abuse, mental health, and public safety. While the specific details of each case vary, the incidents highlight the need for greater community resources and support to help address the root causes behind these types of crimes.