Theft/Property — Cedar Rapids, IA — reported 2026-07-14

SUMMARY

A man pleaded guilty to multiple charges after stealing a gun and leading police on a pursuit.

KEY FACTS

  • Incident type: Theft/Property
  • Location: Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Date reported: 2026-07-14
  • Suspect: male, age 22
  • Status: pleaded guilty

REPORTED DETAILS

  • Aaron Rich stole a handgun from a Theisen's store in Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Rich led police on a pursuit after stealing the gun
  • A 4-year-old was present in the vehicle with Rich during the pursuit
  • Rich pointed a gun at officers during the pursuit
  • Officers shot Rich multiple times