Iowa man arrested after stealing $30,000 in merch from retail store

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Published: Jun. 2, 2023 at 9:45 PM CDT

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa (KCRG) - On May 23rd, 2023, Cedar Falls Police responded to a burglary that occurred at a retail store in the 2600 block of Center Street.

Responders learned that in the early morning hours, a subject cut a lock on the perimeter fence and accessed locked buildings, and loaded boxed items and lawnmowers into his truck. It was determined the individual stole merchandise estimated to be worth over $30,000.

Following an investigation, officials arrested 35-year-old Aaron Michael Thurm. He was charged with:

  • Theft 1st Degree
  • Burglary 3rd Degree
  • Possession of Burglar Tools