POLK COUNTY, Iowa — A shooting early Saturday morning has left a 28-year-old man dead in Polk County. Authorities have since identified the victim as De’Tavion Marques Levi, a resident of Des Moines.
Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the Lumberyard parking lot on Northeast 54th Avenue just after 3:45 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Levi suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
In connection with the incident, 30-year-old Derico Darrell Lowery, also from Des Moines, was arrested later in the day and charged with first-degree murder. Investigators are continuing to gather evidence as they piece together the events leading up to the fatal shooting.
The police have not released detailed information regarding the circumstances of the incident, and the investigation is ongoing. Community members are in shock over the violence, as this tragic event adds to growing concerns about safety in the area.
Witnesses are encouraged to come forward with any information related to the shooting, as officials seek to clarify the events that led to this loss of life. Local residents express their condolences, highlighting the impact of such incidents on the community’s sense of security.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that anyone with tips can reach out confidentially as they work to ensure justice for Levi and his family. The ongoing investigation underscores the urgent need for dialogue and action surrounding gun violence in urban areas.