BURLINGTON, IA — The Burlington Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred late Wednesday morning in the 1200 block of Oak Street. Officers responded to the scene at approximately 11:30 a.m. on April 23 following reports of an adult male who had been shot in the leg.
When officers arrived, they found the victim conscious and immediately provided medical aid. The man was then transported by ambulance to Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, where he was treated for two gunshot wounds. Authorities confirmed the injuries are non-life-threatening.
Through the initial investigation, officers determined that the suspect was known to the victim. The suspect reportedly fled the scene prior to the officers’ arrival.
The case remains under active investigation by the Burlington Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Burlington Police Department at (319) 671-7001 or Crime Stoppers at (319) 753-6835. Tips to Crime Stoppers that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.
Authorities remind the public that a criminal charge is merely an accusation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty.