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Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Yahoo
Ames teen with gun arrested in Des Moines carjacking
DES MOINES, Iowa — A 17-year-old from Ames has been arrested in connection with a carjacking that happened in Des Moines Sunday afternoon, and police say the vehicle that was stolen has now been located. Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson for the Des Moines Police Department, said the incident began when an individual trying to sell their 2017 Dodge Charger met with an interested buyer. During the test drive, Sgt. Parizek said the suspect pulled a gun on the owner and took off in the car. Des Moines shooting leaves one seriously injured Officers responded to the report of the theft at 8th Street and Euclid Avenue just before 2:00 p.m. Investigators quickly linked an accomplice vehicle to the case, which had been spotted in West Des Moines shortly after 1:00 p.m., switching license plates. Sgt. Parizek said additional investigation caused DMPD to seek help from the Ames Police Department, which found the suspected accomplice vehicle at an Ames residence. Detectives with DMPD went to Ames and located the 17-year-old carjacking suspect. He was taken into custody. The suspect's name has not been released. The suspect is charged with: Robbery – 1st Degree (Class B felony) Conspiracy To Commit A Forcible Felony (Class C felony) Assault While Committing A Felony (Class D felony) Trafficking In Stolen Weapons (Class D felony) Persons Ineligible To Possess Dangerous Weapons (Serious Misdemeanor) Sgt. Parizek said a 9mm handgun was recovered by detectives, which had been reported stolen from Illinois earlier this year. Police initially asked for help to locate the Dodge Charger because it wasn't at the residence where the teen was arrested. Later Monday morning, Sgt. Parizek said the car was located in an apartment complex parking lot in Ames, hidden under a tarp. Police continue to investigate and follow leads on accomplices to the crime. If you have any information about the case, police ask you to call 911. Ames teen with gun arrested in Des Moines carjacking More storm chances ahead this week, check out the timing Urbandale family seeks change in school child abuse investigations after their experience Guthrie County residents push back against carbon pipeline plan Marshalltown teacher arrested for alleged embezzlement from teachers' union Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Yahoo
4 injured, 2 critically in head-on crash in Des Moines
DES MOINES, Iowa — A head-on crash in Des Moines Wednesday night injured four people, and two of them remain hospitalized in critical condition. Emergency responders were called to the 1600 block of Hartford Avenue around 9:05 Tuesday night to respond to a head-on crash between a Pontiac G6 and a Dodge Ram pickup, according to Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson for the Des Moines Police Department. Suspect shot and killed by law enforcement on I-80 identified A preliminary investigation reveals the car was traveling eastbound on Hartford Avenue when it crossed into the westbound lane and collided with the pickup. The driver and a passenger in the car, both adult males, suffered life-threatening injuries and remain hospitalized. Another passenger in the car, an adult female, and the driver of the pickup, an adult male, were also transported to the hospital with injuries but are expected to survive. The identities of the people involved in the crash have not been released. Sgt. Parizek said excessive speed and alcohol impairment are potential contributing factors in the crash. A portion of Hartford Avenue was shut down while the crash scene was investigated and cleared. The DMPD Traffic Unit is continuing to investigate. Webster County deputy's shooting of chase suspect ruled justified Where in Iowa large hail could fall Thursday night 'Hope cannot be forgotten': Iowa inmates to get cold case playing cards with 52 unsolved cases ISU students react to proposed tuition price hike Bill creating a center of intellectual freedom at University of Iowa sent to governor's desk Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
08-04-2025
- Yahoo
Downtown Des Moines shooting investigation underway
DES MOINES, Iowa — An investigation into a shooting incident is underway in downtown Des Moines. The incident happened around 8:40 a.m. Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson for the Des Moines Police Department, said it occurred in the 100 block of Locust Street. That's the same block as the Federal Courthouse. Sgt. Parizek said the preliminary investigation indicates only one person was involved. That person has critical injuries and has been transported to a local hospital. There isn't believed to be any danger to the neighborhood from the incident. There will be an increased law enforcement presence in the area as the investigation progresses. This is a developing story. Check back to for more details as they are made available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-04-2025
- Yahoo
Police investigating shooting in Merle Hay neighborhood
DES MOINES, Iowa — Police are investigating a shooting incident in Des Moines' Merle Hay neighborhood. It happened a little after noon on Tuesday in the 3700 block of 56th Street. Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson of the Des Moines Police Department, said there are no known injuries from the incident at this time, but evidence of gunfire, including shell casings, were recovered at the scene. 4-year-old dies in Ames shooting, police investigating Sgt. Parizek said the scene was secure. Police don't believe there is any ongoing danger in the neighborhood. An increased police presence is expected in the neighborhood as the investigation continues. Iowa Wild, ALS Association partner for fundraiser on Star Wars Day Police investigating shooting in Merle Hay neighborhood Evacuation/shelter in place order issued because of Otley co-op fire Seven people escape Des Moines home explosion Grimes man accused of critically injuring 3-month-old infant Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
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2 injured in early morning Des Moines shooting
DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police are investigating after two people were injured in a shooting early Monday morning in the King Irving neighborhood. Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson for the Des Moines Police Department, said it happened in the 1400 block of 10th Street just after 12:40 a.m. A resident said they were sitting outside when two people sneaked up on them and began shooting. Iowa bill requiring parental consent for minors using tanning beds passed by House Two men suffered minor gunshot injuries in the incident. Police recovered about two dozen shell casings at the scene. Sgt. Parizek said the shooting is believed to be targeted and no arrests have been made. The investigation is ongoing. Mary Van Heukelom goes 'Above and Beyond' to help cancer survivors 2 injured in early morning Des Moines shooting Des Moines celebrates warm sunshine on St. Patrick's Day St. Patrick's Day celebrations take over Court Ave. in Des Moines Cotton-top tamarin infant at Blank Park Zoo has died Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
