Iowa
Two people shot in downtown Iowa City
IOWA CITY, Iowa (KCRG) – Two people have been shot in downtown Iowa City after two men were spotted with guns prompting the University of Iowa to issue a Hawk Alert.
Police said the scene is in the area of the intersection of North Gilbert Street at Iowa Avenue. Officials are asking people to avoid the area. A Hawk Alert went out to the University of Iowa community at 11:54 p.m. Saturday saying there were two men with guns in the area and that police were on the scene.
Additional alerts from the university said two people had been shot. Investigators said the shooting appeared to be an isolated incident but encouraged people to remain aware of their surroundings and to avoid the area.
No other information has been released. Check back for updates.
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