Glenwood, Iowa — A violent and chaotic scene unfolded Wednesday evening in Glenwood after a man reportedly opened fire on his neighbor before setting a home on fire, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
Authorities were called to the 400 block of North Grove Street around 7:30 p.m. following reports of gunfire. When emergency responders arrived, they encountered a residence fully engulfed in flames and several individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. A massive law enforcement and emergency response was immediately launched to control the escalating situation.
The Mills County Emergency Management Agency quickly issued a public advisory via Facebook, urging residents to steer clear of the area around 405 North Grove due to the active investigation and emergency operations. Officials later confirmed that one person was killed in the incident, and several others sustained injuries of varying degrees. However, the specific number of victims and the extent of their injuries have not yet been made public.
Later that same evening, a separate shooting was reported in Atlantic, Iowa, near Birch Street. While details surrounding the second incident remain limited, authorities are working to determine whether there is any connection between the two events.
As of Wednesday night, the identities of the suspect and the victims involved in the Glenwood shooting and arson have not been released. Investigators remain on the scene, piecing together the timeline and motive behind this shocking outbreak of violence.
This remains a developing story. Further updates will be shared as more details become available.