Hunter
07/04/25
An Iowa City man who allegedly attempted to steal fireworks after hours has been arrested.
According to police, they responded to a call at Castle Fireworks on Highway 1 West at approximately 11:30 Sunday night. 19-year-old Ryker Pierce reportedly was observed exiting the fireworks tent that had closed for the night.
Pierce allegedly took over $300 in fireworks without paying for them.
A warrant was issued Monday, and Pierce was arrested Wednesday. He faces charges of 3rd degree Burglary and 4th degree Theft. If convicted on both counts, he could be sentenced to over five years in prison.
He was released to the Department of Corrections pending arraignment.