1. What happened at Iowa Events Center in Des Moines? Shooting, active shooter reports surface
What happened at Iowa Events Center in Des Moines? Shooting, active shooter reports surface ByVaishnavi Vaidyanathan Jun 20, 2025 02:04 AM IST Share Via Copy Link Unconfirmed reports claimed a possible shooting at Iowa Events Center, a convention venue in Des Moines. Some reported police presence near Wells Fargo Arena.
Unconfirmed reports on Thursday claimed a possible shooting at the Iowa Events Center, a convention venue in Des Moines, Iowa. Witnesses on social media described it as a potential active shooter situation during the ongoing National Speech and Debate Tournament.
Unconfirmed reports claimed a possible shooting at Iowa Events Center, a convention venue in Des Moines.(UnSplash)
Some individuals also reported a large police presence near Wells Fargo Arena, which is adjacent to the center.
As of now, these reports remain unconfirmed, and authorities have not issued any official statement or response.
One witness wrote on Facebook: “Anyone know what’s going on at the Wells Fargo Arena?? A ton of people outside visibly upset, cops everywhere too. Roads are blocked by law enforcement and people running. Any information would be appreciated.”
Another reported, “Active shooter in Des Moines Iowa at the Iowa event center. Prayers to everyone involved my employees are safe.”
A third person wrote, “My brother in law just texted me that there is an active shooter situation in downtown Des Moines? Anyone else?”
Another witness wrote, “Stay away from arena area in downtown Des Moines. Police are investigating active shooter situation.”
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