Overnight shooting at downtown Cedar Rapids nightclub results in two fatalities and several injuries

Edited Release
04/10/22

Cedar Rapids Police are investigating an overnight shooting at a nightclub that left two dead.

The incident occurred just before 1:30 am Sunday at the Taboo Nightclub and Lounge on Third Street SE.

A release from the Department says that two individuals are confirmed dead and approximately ten more are injured and receiving medical attention at multiple local hospitals.

Cedar Rapids Police were on routine downtown patrol when the shooting occurred and were able to respond immediately.

Police say there is no threat to public safety at this time, and the crime scene is secure.  Crime Scene Investigators are on-site and witnesses were still being interviewed as of 5 am.

Anyone present at the time of the shooting or with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact Cedar Rapids Police at 319-286-5491 or Linn County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-272-7463.