Police in Des Moines, Iowa, confirmed that a shooting occurred Thursday at a United States Postal Service facility, resulting in three injuries. The suspect has been detained, and an investigation is underway. The incident took place at the USPS office located at 1165 Second Ave. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the scene.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds stated on X (formerly Twitter) that she was in contact with the Department of Public Safety regarding the shooting. "The suspected shooter is in custody and the investigation is ongoing," Reynolds wrote. "We are monitoring the situation and our prayers are with everyone involved. Grateful for the immediate response by law enforcement."
Rep. Zach Nunn, R-Iowa, also commented on the incident, saying, "I’m closely monitoring reports of the shooting at the USPS facility in Des Moines. My prayers are with the victims, their families, and everyone impacted by this tragedy. Grateful to the law enforcement officers and first responders on the scene."