Following the investigation into the March 8 shot fired incident in the 200 Block of South Clinton Street, a juvenile has been arrested on charges of riot, reckless use of a firearm causing property damage, minor in possession of a dangerous weapon, and person ineligible to carry a dangerous weapon.
Additional arrests are anticipated.
The Iowa City Police Department has been assisted in this investigation by the University of Iowa Police Department and Burlington Police Department.
A criminal charge is merely an accusation, all persons are presumed innocent unless proven guilty. No further information is available.
Original press release from March 10, 2026:
At 3 a.m., Sunday, March 8, 2026, Iowa City Police responded to the 200 Block of South Clinton Street for a report of a shot fired. The ensuing investigation recovered evidence of gunfire.
The incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Detective Alec Fjelstul at AFjelstul@iowa-city.org or 319-356-5275. Tips can also be submitted anonymously using the Crime Stoppers information below.
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.
