Late night shooting on SW side of Cedar Rapids

Hunter
08/30/21

Cedar Rapids Police are investigating a late-night shooting on the southwest side of the city

Officers were dispatched to the 400 block of 21st Avenue Southwest at 11:30pm Saturday after a caller reported hearing numerous gunshots and seeing a subject on the ground.

Arriving police found a man with life-threatening gunshot wounds. The scene was secured and witnesses were interviewed.

There have been no arrests and police are not releasing further information as this is an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact Cedar Rapids Police Sergeant Wery at 319-286-5348. In addition, tips can be submitted by contacting Linn County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-CS-CRIME – that’s 1-800-272-7463. You can also text to CRIMES, 274637, type 5227 and your tip. Cash rewards are available for tips that lead to arrests, and all contact is anonymous and confidential.