Lang
11/8/25
Iowa City Police are continuing their investigation into Friday’s shooting near the intersection of Burlington and Governor Streets.
A Hawk Alert was issued by University of Iowa officials just after 1:45 p.m. after gunshots were reported near 916 East Burlington Street. The suspect was last seen running westbound on foot. No description has been released.
Nearby residents and businesses were told to shelter in place for about 45 minutes after the shooting, and the Iowa City Public Library went into lockdown. Evidence of a shooting was recovered at the scene.
Police say the shooting was an isolated incident and there was no danger to the general public.
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.