The Iowa Dept. of Public Safety today (Wednesday), identified the victim of a shooting that occurred Friday night, in Monona County. Authorities say an autopsy by the State Medical Examiner determined 16-year old Joseph Hopkins, of Mapleton, died as the result of a single gunshot wound. Investigators do not believe there is a current danger to the public.

The teen’s body was discovered when Mapleton Police and EMS responded to a reported shooting in Mapleton, at around 9:40-p.m., Friday.  Authorities spoke with minors in the residence as part of their investigation, which is ongoing. No further details are being released at this time.