Cedar Rapids Police investigating weekend overnight shooting

Hunter
06/12/23

Cedar Rapids police are investigating a weekend overnight shooting that resulted in a fatality.

According to a release from the CRPD, the incident occurred shortly after midnight Sunday.  Police were called to the 1300 block of 1st Ave SE for the report of shots fired and a 23-year-old male victim needing medical attention.  Officers arrived on-scene and located the victim outside the address suffering from gunshot wounds.  He was given immediate medical attention and transported to a local hospital where he was later declared deceased as a result of his wounds.

This appears to be a targeted incident; the investigation is active and ongoing.

Those with information about this event are urged to call the Cedar Rapids Police Department at 319-286-5491 and speak with investigators.  Or, call Linn County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-272-7463.  You may remain anonymous and you may also be eligible to receive a financial reward for your information.