DYERSVILLE, IA – Josiah Benjamin Rehak, a 34-year-old male, was taken into custody in the early hours of Saturday, June 7, 2025, following a traffic stop on US 20 East near mile marker 296. The apprehension occurred around 11:45 PM CDT, executed by Officer J.R. Hudson.
Rehak is now facing two misdemeanor charges: possession or carrying of a dangerous weapon while under the influence and operating while intoxicated (OWI), first offense. The incident transpired in Dyersville, Iowa, where Rehak was stopped by law enforcement during a routine traffic check.
The report indicates that a Dubuque County Law Enforcement Official initiated the traffic stop and subsequently determined that Rehak was allegedly under the influence while in possession of a dangerous weapon. Specific details regarding the nature of the weapon or the rationale behind the stop have not been disclosed at this time.
After his arrest, Rehak was booked on the aforementioned charges, which are classified as misdemeanors according to Iowa law. The situation is still under investigation, and further information may be released as it becomes available.
For additional inquiries, please contact the Dubuque County Sheriff’s Department or check the Iowa Courts Online website for updates on the case. It is important to note that all individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
