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Police Hunt 17-Year-Old Damarian Jones Charged in Iowa City Ped Mall Shooting of 5

Under Iowa law, the 17-year-old will be charged in adult court for the forcible felony counts.

Overview

  • Iowa City police named Damarian M. Jones of Cedar Rapids and issued a warrant with five attempted murder counts after Sunday’s Ped Mall shooting that wounded five.
  • Police say video shows Jones fought with a large group, took a gun from another person, walked away, and fired six rounds into the crowded mall, striking bystanders who were not targets.
  • One woman remains in critical condition with a life-threatening head wound, another victim is hospitalized in stable condition, and three others have been released after injuries to the chest, stomach, and legs.
  • Investigators have executed nearly three dozen search warrants, recovered three firearms and ammunition, and logged more than 150 tips as they pursue additional charges.
  • University and city officials increased downtown patrols and outreach while Crime Stoppers offers a reward for tips that help locate the suspect.