A release from Le Mars Police Department says that four people were charged in relation to an incident that happened at 135 1st Ave NW in Le Mars on Tuesday Morning May, 16th.

Police arrested Victor Guadalupe Villarreal, 21 charged with possession of an offensive weapon, and two counts of possession of stolen firearms.

Three Juveniles ages 14, 15 and 16 were also arrested and charged with possession of an offensive weapon, two counts of possession of a stolen firearms, providing officers with false information. The 15-year-old was also charged with possession of drug paraphernalia. The 15 and 16-year-olds were also listed in NCIC as missing persons.

Le Mars Police Department was assisted by the Plymouth County SHeriff's Office, Sioux County SHeriff's Office, Le Mars Ambulance Service, and Le Mars Fire Department.

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We were notified just before 1:00 a.m. that Law Enforcement and SRT had surrounded a home on the Northwest Side of Le Mars. Police, Fire, and EMS were also on standby at a mobile command station established at St Johns Church Parking Lot.

We do not know the reason for the incident but would advise to avoid the area and stay inside if you live near the activity.