Confirmed victims in overnight shooting near UIowa campus
Key Points:
- Early Sunday, gunshots were reported near the University of Iowa campus at College and Clinton streets following a street fight, prompting authorities to urge people to avoid the area.
- The university issued a Hawk Alert at 1:51 a.m., advising the public to stay away, and first responders arrived by 2:03 a.m., confirming multiple victims.
- Iowa City Police reported that several victims were hospitalized with gunshot wounds, but no arrests have been made, and no further details about suspects or victims have been released.
- Governor Reynolds and the Iowa Board of Regents expressed concern, emphasizing support for the investigation and the safety of the university community.
- The investigation is ongoing, with police asking the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.