DES MOINES COUNTY, Iowa – The Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) has released new details regarding an officer-involved shooting that occurred earlier this month in rural Des Moines County.
On Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at approximately 9:04 p.m., the Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office responded to a domestic disturbance call.
When a deputy arrived at the residence, he made contact with 46-year-old David Maupin.
According to preliminary findings, during the course of a verbal exchange, Maupin became uncooperative and produced a firearm. The deputy discharged his weapon, striking Maupin. Despite receiving emergency medical treatment at the scene, Maupin died from his injuries. The deputy was not injured.
In accordance with department policy, the deputy has been placed on paid critical incident leave while the investigation proceeds.
The DCI is leading the investigation, and once complete, the case will be forwarded to the Office of the Iowa Attorney General for review.
A previous press release regarding the incident can be found here