CR Police release name of gunshot victim who died from his injuries

Lang/Hunter
1/3-4/21

Cedar Rapids Police have released the name of a gunshot victim as they continue their investigation into the incident.

According to a CRPD news release, the victim arrived by private vehicle at Mercy Medical Center just after 2:15am Sunday. The male had suffered a gunshot wound, and died shortly after officers arrived at the hospital. He’s been identified as 21-year-old Jayson Lee Jones.

Anyone with any information regarding this incident is encouraged to call the Cedar Rapids Police at 319-286-5491. In addition, Linn County Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest. They can be contacted by texting to CRIMES, typing 5227 and your tip. Or simply call 1-800-CS-CRIME. All calls and texts are held in strict confidence, and anonymity is guaranteed.