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Marshalltown Police Department Investigating Shooting Death

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March 15th, 2020 by Ric Hanson

Police in Marshalltown are investigating a fatal shooting. Authorities say at around 3:24-a.m. Sunday (Today), officers, along with a Unity Point Ambulance and the Marshalltown Fire Department, responded to the 500 block of West Linn Street after receiving reports of a shooting incident.

Upon arrival, officers found a 27-year old man suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was critically injured. He was transported to Unity Point Hospital in Marshalltown, where he died. The victim’s name was being withheld pending family notifications.

The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation is assisting Marshalltown Police in their investigation. Authorities say “At this time in the investigation, investigators do not believe there is a danger posed to the public in relation to this incident.”

Anyone with information about this incident should contact the Marshalltown police Department at 641.754.5725. Additionally, tips may be submitted by calling 641.753.1234, or via text messaging by texting the word “marshall” followed by the tip to CRIMES (274637), or online at www.marshallcountycs.com.

All tips are completely anonymous and could earn a reward of up to $1,000 if the tip results in an arrest.