Burlington Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place late Monday night at the Steamboat Landing Apartments, located at 300 Angular Street.
According to a press release issued by the Burlington Police Department, officers responded to the scene at approximately 9:10 p.m. on April 7 following a report of an armed robbery. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male victim who had been assaulted during the incident. Authorities confirmed that several items had been taken from the residence.
The victim was transported by ambulance to Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the Burlington Police Department at (319) 671-7001 or Crime Stoppers at (319) 753-6835. Tipsters who provide information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.
Authorities emphasized that no arrests have been made at this time and that the investigation is ongoing. The department also reminded the public that criminal charges are accusations, and all defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in a court of law.