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Two injured in shooting near Drake University

Police recovered more than 30 shell casings and an abandoned gun as they investigate the shooting, which left two people with non-life-threatening injuries.

  • On Saturday night, two people were injured in a shooting near Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa, close to 23rd Street and University Avenue.
  • Officers discovered more than 30 shell casings, vehicle damage, and an abandoned gun at the scene. Shortly after, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and UnityPoint Methodist Medical Center reported individuals arriving with gunshot wounds.
  • Des Moines Police Department Sgt. Paul Parizek said, "When that shooting happened up at Drake last night, we're very fortunate that there weren't more people hurt," noting the Relays were in town.
  • Police are still trying to piece together the circumstances of what happened, with no charges or arrests made so far.
  • Authorities stated there is no ongoing danger to the neighborhood, though an increased police presence may continue as the investigation proceeds.
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Two injured in shooting near Drake University

Two people were injured in a shooting near Drake University during a busy Drake Relays weekend, where police say more than 30 shell casings were found at the scene.

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KCCI broke the news in Des Moines, United States on Sunday, April 26, 2026.
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