Iowa City Police investigate Monday evening shots fired incident

(City of Iowa City news release)

At 7:57 p.m., Monday, May 9, 2022, Iowa City Police responded to a report of a large fight at Mercer Park, 1317 Dover St. While responding to the scene, officers were advised by dispatchers that witnesses reported multiple shots fired. Officers located evidence of a shooting at the scene. No injuries have been reported.

This incident remains under active investigation by the Iowa City Police Department.


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.