COUNCIL BLUFFS, IOWA – August 28, 2025 – Early this (Thursday) morning, the Council Bluffs Police Department responded to a report of a disturbance that resulted in the arrest of a local man on multiple charges, including attempted murder.

At approximately 1:34 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2923 Ave. E following a report of a disturbance with multiple individuals screaming in the street. Upon arrival, officers observed a male, later identified as Daniel Smith (DOB 11.26.1975) involved in a physical altercation with a male and female. Smith was identified as the aggressor and probable cause was established that he assaulted the victims with the intent to cause serious injury and because of their ancestry.

The male and female victims were treated for laceration at the local hospitals for medical treatment.

Daniel Smith has been charged with:
• Attempt to Commit Murder
• Assault in Violation of Individual Rights with a Dangerous Weapon
• Domestic Abuse Assault, 1st Offense Causing Bodily Injury

All three individuals involved reside at the address where the incident took place. This incident was closed by arrest by Council Bluffs Police Uniform Division. The suspect is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.