3 people have been injured in a shooting at an Iowa post office
DES MOINES, Iowa — A shooting at an Iowa post office left three people injured Thursday, authorities said. Des Moines police said the suspect has been detained and that the victims suffered injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. “They’re all at the hospital, they are being cared for right now,” Sgt. Paul Parizek said of the victims. Parizek said officers responded within three…
A shooting incident occurred at an Iowa post office on Thursday, resulting in three people being injured, according to authorities. Des Moines police confirmed that the suspect has been apprehended and the victims are not expected to face life-threatening injuries. Sgt. Paul Parizek informed that all victims are currently receiving medical attention at the hospital.
The shooting took place on the second floor of the post office, with emergency reports coming in around 9:10 a.m. local time. The main post office is situated north of downtown Des Moines, adjacent to one of the city's key hospitals. This four-story regional sorting facility features a walk-in service counter open to the public.
The Associated Press has dispatched several phone calls to gather further details on the incident. Governor Kim Reynolds confirmed being in contact with the Department of Public Safety concerning the shooting, expressing that the suspected shooter is now in custody and the investigation is ongoing. Governor Reynolds also shared her prayers for the victims.
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- 3 people have been injured in a shooting at an Iowa post office koreatimes.co.kr
- 3 injured in shooting at Des Moines, Iowa, post office cbsnews.com
