DAVENPORT, Iowa — Authorities have formally charged two individuals in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred early Friday morning at a Davenport bar, resulting in two deaths and additional injuries.
According to the Davenport Police Department, 21-year-old Raymond Robinson and 36-year-old Danny Howard have been arrested and charged with multiple felony offenses related to the incident.
Their charges include:
Two counts of First-Degree Murder
Four counts of Intimidation with a Dangerous Weapon
Going Armed with Intent
Both suspects are currently being held at the Scott County Jail.
Police have identified the victims killed in the incident as 23-year-old Dane Howard and 44-year-old Damien Howard Sr., both residents of Davenport.
A third victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Officers were dispatched at approximately 1:45 a.m. to the Chill Vibez Lounge, located in the 100 block of Myrtle Street, following reports of shots fired and at least one gunshot victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
He was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Shortly after, police learned that a second shooting victim had been transported by private vehicle to a separate medical facility, where he was also pronounced deceased.
Investigators report that the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation that escalated into gunfire, and early findings indicate the violence was not random.
The Davenport Police Department continues to review evidence, interview witnesses, and analyze surveillance footage as part of the ongoing investigation.
Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
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