Iowa City Police investigate shooting
The Iowa City Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 900 Block of East Burlington Street at 1:29 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 7, 2025.
Witnesses reported hearing shots fired and responding officers recovered evidence of gunfire.
This appears to be an isolated incident and there is no known threat to the public associated with this incident. This incident remains under investigation and there is no further information 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.
HAWK ALERT UPDATE: This incident originated off campus. We have no information at this time indicating any additional shots have been fired. Please remain vigilant, shelter in place, and report any suspicious activity by calling 911.
HAWK ALERT UPDATE: Suspect from Burlington and Governor fled westbound on foot. Shelter in place and avoid the area More: emergency.uiowa.edu