Teen Arrested for Drake University Locker Room Burglary
Police recovered stolen items from a Des Moines home after eight football players reported their property missing.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Property Crime
Police arrested 18-year-old Jeziah Calhoun for the burglary of the Drake University football locker room. Investigators successfully recovered and returned the stolen property to eight affected players.
Why it matters
The rapid recovery of the stolen items was made possible after the affected football players used tracking technology to locate their missing property. This outcome highlights how personal digital tracking has become an increasingly effective tool in criminal investigations.
Jeziah Calhoun remains in custody at the Polk County Jail on charges of second-degree theft and unauthorized use of a credit card. Authorities executed a search warrant at a home on the 1400 block of 34th Street to recover the stolen goods.
The players
Jeziah Calhoun
He is an 18-year-old suspect currently held in the Polk County Jail on theft charges.
Drake University
This private university located in Des Moines serves as the site where the football locker room burglary occurred.
Polk County Jail
This is the detention facility where the suspect is currently being held by law enforcement.
The details
The theft occurred during a football game, with victims reporting the loss of wallets, credit cards, debit cards, AirPods, headphones, and ID cards. Police intervention followed after the players tracked the items to a specific residence, allowing detectives to secure a search warrant.
Timeline
October 3, 2026: The Drake University football game took place.
October 3, 2026, 4 p.m.: Police responded to the report of the burglary.
Legal Context
This case follows the standard prosecution patterns for property crimes within Iowa's penal system. The charges reflect common statutory responses to incidents involving the unauthorized use of financial instruments.
The recovery of the stolen items indicates that local law enforcement is actively utilizing tracking data provided by victims to expedite investigations. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant about securing personal belongings in shared athletic or public spaces.
The takeaway
Using digital tracking technology can significantly assist police in recovering stolen goods more quickly after a crime. Athletes and students are encouraged to utilize these tracking features for personal electronics to protect their property in shared environments.
Further reading
For more information on local safety trends, visit the Property Crime section.
