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Five Wounded In Iowa City Pedestrian Mall Shooting Near University Of Iowa

Five people were wounded in a shooting early Sunday in Iowa City's pedestrian mall near the University of Iowa. Police say officers responded to reports of a large fight at 1:46 a.m. on the 100 block of East College Street before hearing gunfire.

University of Iowa President Barb Wilson said three of the five victims are students. Police told CBS that one victim is in critical condition and the other four are in stable condition.

No arrests have been made, and police released images seeking information on five persons of interest. The Iowa City pedestrian mall was closed for several hours and reopened Sunday afternoon, and officials asked the public to check social media and tip lines for leads. Local posts on Facebook reflected shock and concern, with many calling for increased safety measures near campus nightlife areas.

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📌 Key Facts

  • Police responded at 1:46 a.m. to a reported large fight in the 100 block of East College Street on the Iowa City pedestrian mall; officers then heard gunfire and five people were wounded.
  • University of Iowa President Barb Wilson said three of the five shooting victims are University of Iowa students.
  • Police told CBS one victim is in critical condition and the other four are in stable condition.
  • No arrests have been made; police released images and are seeking information on five persons of interest connected to the shooting.
  • The Iowa City pedestrian mall was closed for several hours after the shooting and reopened Sunday afternoon.

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April 19, 2026
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5 wounded in shooting near University of Iowa, including 3 students
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New information:
  • Police responded to a report of a large fight at 1:46 a.m. in the 100 Block of East College Street before hearing gunfire.
  • University of Iowa President Barb Wilson said three of the five shooting victims are University of Iowa students.
  • Police told CBS that one victim is in critical condition and the other four are in stable condition.
  • No arrests have been made, but police released images and are seeking information on five persons of interest associated with the shooting.
  • The Iowa City pedestrian mall was closed for several hours after the shooting and reopened Sunday afternoon.