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UI Police searching for missing adult
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Update: Mr. Lepperd has been found and is safe. Thank you for your assistance.
Hawk Alert Update: Iowa City Police make arrest following shooting investigation
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Iowa City Police have made an arrest following the an investigation into the Nov. 7 off-campus shooting which prompted a Hawk Alert. This appears to be an isolated incident and there is no known threat to the public.
Hawk Alert Update: Iowa City Police investigate shooting
Friday, November 7, 2025
This appears to be an isolated incident and there is no known threat to the public. This incident, which occurred off campus, remains under investigation and there is no further information available at this time.
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