(Creston) A Creston man faces assault, kidnapping, and robbery charges in connection with an incident on Wednesday night.
Creston Police say at approximately 10:32 p.m., law enforcement officers from the Creston Police Department and Union County Sheriffs Office responded to an
incident involving a reported robbery and assault within the city of Creston. A Union County Deputy encountered a female juvenile in the roadway near South Sumner St., and
Jefferson Ave., who appeared injured and in distress. The juvenile reported that she had jumped from a moving vehicle to escape an assault by the driver.
Through investigation, Officers identified the driver as Jayden Peavler, age 21, of Creston. The victim reported that she had met with Peavler regarding the sale of a personal item when he attempted to take it from her forcibly. When the juvenile attempted to contact law enforcement, Peavler allegedly assaulted her and accelerated the vehicle as she tried to exit. The juvenile jumped from the vehicle and sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
On the morning of October 30, 2025, Creston Police Officers located Peavler, conducted an interview, and subsequently arrested him for the following offenses:
• Kidnapping, 1st Degree – Class “A” Felony
• Robbery, 1st Degree – Class “B” Felony
• Assault While Participating in a Felony – Class “C” Felony
• Obstruction of 9-1-1 Communication – Simple Misdemeanor
• Interference with Official Acts – Simple Misdemeanor
The juvenile victim was evaluated by emergency medical personnel and treated for injuries at Greater Regional Hospital in Creston.
