Overview
- Iowa City police, who rushed to the downtown Pedestrian Mall early Sunday, said they heard gunfire as they arrived to a large fight near East College and Clinton streets.
- Five people were shot, with one in critical condition and four stable, and university officials said three victims are students.
- Detectives released a photo of five persons of interest and asked for tips and video, with Iowa City Area Crime Stoppers offering a $1,000 reward.
- The university sent Hawk Alerts that urged people to avoid the area and later said there were no signs students were the intended targets.
- Police said there is no known ongoing threat as the investigation continues with help from state agencies and support services for students.