DES MOINES, Wash. — Police are investigating a shooting at a Des Moines apartment complex that left a 24-year-old man hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the neck on Friday afternoon.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 4:30 p.m. at the Wintergreen Apartments on South 220th Street. Preliminary investigations indicate the incident may have begun as an argument between two men in the apartment complex parking lot. During the confrontation, one of the individuals allegedly opened fire, striking the victim in the neck.
Emergency responders transported the injured man to Harborview Medical Center for treatment. Officials have not released details about his current condition. The suspected gunman fled the scene before police arrived. Officers conducted a search of the surrounding area but were unable to locate the suspect.
Investigators believe the shooting was an isolated incident and there is currently no indication of an ongoing threat to the public. However, the case remains an active and ongoing investigation.
The Des Moines Police Department is urging anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information about the suspect to come forward. Authorities hope community tips will help identify and locate the individual responsible.
Key Facts
- 24-year-old man shot in the neck during a parking lot dispute
- Shooting occurred at Wintergreen Apartments in Des Moines, Washington
- Victim transported to Harborview Medical Center
- Suspect fled before police arrived and remains at large
- Investigators believe the shooting was an isolated incident
- Police are seeking witnesses and information from the public
Police later located the injured man a few blocks away from the scene. Emergency responders transported him to Harborview Medical Center for treatment. Authorities have not released details regarding his condition.
The suspected shooter fled the area before officers arrived and has not yet been located.
Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are working to identify and locate the suspect. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Des Moines Police Department.
No arrests have been announced, and the investigation remains ongoing.
