As a result of the ongoing investigation into the May 13, 2023, shooting in the 300 Block of Iowa Avenue, Iowa City Police have arrested Alexander O. Voudhivong, 22, of Iowa City. Voudhivong faces the following charges:
The case remains under investigation and additional arrests are anticipated. There is no additional information at this time.
A criminal charge is merely an accusation, and the defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.
Original press release from May 14, 2023:
At 11:45 p.m., Saturday, May 13, 2023, Iowa City Police responded to the Clock Tower Parking Ramp at the intersection of Iowa Avenue and Gilbert Street after nearby officers heard multiple shots fired. While responding, police received multiple calls indicating one person had been shot.
Responding officers located an adult man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds on the sidewalk adjacent to the parking ramp on the Iowa Avenue side. Officers and first responders from the Iowa City Fire Department and Johnson County Ambulance Service provided aid to the man, who was transported to an area hospital to be treated for serious injuries.
The suspect was last seen fleeing the area on foot with several other people involved in an altercation preceding the shooting. No additional information is available at this time.
How you can help:
This incident is being actively investigated by the Iowa City Police Department and we are asking the public for assistance. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Iowa City Police Department at 319-356-5275. In addition, anyone in that area with security cameras is asked to review their recordings and contact the Iowa City Police Department with any potential footage or information about this incident.
Iowa City Area Crime Stoppers is also offering a reward of up to $1,000 for information about this incident that leads to an arrest. Crime Stoppers tips can be submitted via the P3 Tips app, online at iccrimestoppers.org, or by phone at 319-358-TIPS (8477). All tips and calls are held in strict confidence and anonymity is guaranteed. Individuals providing information are not required to reveal their identity to collect a reward.
