Author: Nick Green

Davenport, IOWA – Davenport Police Department officials said the 23-year-old suspect was arrested and taken into custody on Monday. His name is Demetrius Howard Jr. and he is now charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a felon. Prosecutors said the suspect reportedly shot the 25-year-old victim after a fight. The victim was later identified as Corey Martin. This unfortunate incident occurred on N. Pine Street. Davenport Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. Witnesses told investigators that the suspect and the victim were reportedly fighting when Howard allegedly produced a gun and shot the victim. The incident was recorded…

Washington County, IOWA – According to the Washington County Ambulance, this unfortunate accident occurred around 3:22 a.m. early Sunday morning. It happened near 285th Street and Palm Avenue. Washington County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a report of a single-vehicle crash. The first responders say they had to free some of the occupants of the vehicle. One of the occupants of the vehicle was taken to a hospital in critical condition, officials said.  Two patients were taken to a local hospital and are in good condition. The fourth person refused care on scene, officials said. The Washington County Ambulance was assisted by…

Polk County, IOWA – According to the police officials, this incident occurred right before 11 p.m. late Saturday night. It happened on SW Prairie Trail Pkwy. Ankeny Police Department officers responded to a report of a large fight. Moments later, the dispatch advised they were getting reports of multiple shots fired at the location. The responding officers reportedly saw a vehicle with its lights off. The responding officers attempted to stop the car. Two suspects then got out and started shooting at officers as they fled into a wooded area. The responding officers reportedly returned fire, but it wasn’t immediately…

Muscatine, IOWA – According to the city officials, the survey is available to all residents. If a resident received a survey invitation in the mail, it is very important that the resident completes that version, officials said. The community-wide open participation survey is available by clicking here. Kevin Jenison, City of Muscatine Communications Manager, released the following statement: “We’re very excited to be conducting this survey. This survey will help City staff and Council identify priorities for the community and improve the quality of life in Muscatine.”  Muscatine Mayor Brad Bark released the following statement: “Muscatine is a great community…

Bettendorf, IOWA – Police officials said the fatal accident occurred right after 6 a.m. Saturday morning. It happened on I-74. Bettendorf Police Department officers responded to a report of a crash. The responding officers discovered that the vehicle was traveling North on I-74, when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle and entered a ditch. Both the driver and the passenger were ejected from the vehicle and were pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s identities have not yet been released. This incident remains under investigation. This is a developing story and it will be updated as new information become available. 

Davenport, IOWA – According to the Davenport Police Department, the shooting occurred right after 11 p.m. late Saturday night. It happened on Brady Street. Davenport Police Department officers responded to a shooting call. When the officers arrived on scene, they found one adult male victim. Police said the 28-year-old victim suffered a gunshot wound and was taken to a hospital for treatment. The victim’s injuries were described as not life-threatening, officials said. The victim’s identity has not been released. A second person was taken by private vehicle to a local hospital. The unidentified 29-year-old man suffered not life-threatening injuries and is expected to…

Davenport, IOWA – DFD officials said this incident occurred right before 2 p.m. Sunday. It happened on West 2nd Street. Davenport Fire Department crews responded to a report of a structure fire. The responding crews saw smoke coming from the windows. They were able to quickly extinguish the blaze. The responding crews were able to rescue one person from a window. They said the unidentified victim was taken to a hospital in critical condition. No other injuries were reported, officials said. The Davenport Fire Department responded with five apparatus and one command vehicle for a total response of 16 personnel. Mid-American assisted…

The 26-year-old mother reportedly left her COVID-ill 3-month-old baby son in the care of her 9-year-old son for hours without adult supervision or food or electricity. Doctors said the baby succumbed to the virus without getting any medical help. An autopsy determined that the infant died of Coronavirus complications. The mother said her son was congested and wheezing. He also had an old man dry cough and was trying to gasp for air. The mother reportedly tried to treat it naturally before going to any doctors. The 26-year-old mother from Indiana, Madelissa Flores, was arrested and taken into custody on Friday. She is…