Burlington, IA (April 17, 2025) – Burlington Police are investigating an accidental shooting that occurred Tuesday evening at an apartment located at 2101 Division Street.
According to a media release from the Burlington Police Department, officers were dispatched to the scene at approximately 5:07 p.m. on April 16 for a report of a female who had been accidentally shot in the leg. Upon arrival, officers located a conscious adult woman with a gunshot wound to her leg.
The victim was transported by ambulance to Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, where she received treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.
Following an investigation that included the collection of evidence and witness interviews, authorities have determined the shooting to be an accidental discharge of a handgun.
No further information has been released at this time. The incident remains under review.