Murder Mystery: Des Moines Police Seek Answers in Year-Old Case

Des Moines, Iowa – One year after the tragic murder of 25-year-old Shakuir Gipson, Des Moines police are still seeking answers to bring justice to the community. The incident occurred on April 1, 2023, in the northern area of downtown near Sixth and Indiana Avenues, where Gipson was fatally shot. Despite efforts from investigators, the … Read more

Serial Killer Speculation Surrounds Des Moines Deaths

DES MOINES, Iowa – Following the deaths of two women in the Des Moines metro area, concerns have emerged online about a potential serial killer. However, officials have stated that there are no indications of criminal activity in these cases. Worried residents on social media have speculated a possible connection between the deaths of two … Read more

Death Investigation Underway in Chautauqua Park Neighborhood in Des Moines after Body Found

DES MOINES, Iowa — The Des Moines Police Department is conducting a death investigation in the Chautauqua Park neighborhood after a body was found Tuesday morning. Sgt. Paul Parizek informed WHO 13 that the death is being treated as suspicious. The police department received a call from a resident reporting a deceased person along the … Read more

Inspector John Franklin Barnes Fires Shots at Armed Robber in Des Voeux-road Central, Testifies in Trial: 1963 South China Morning Post Report

HONG KONG, China – In a dramatic turn of events, Inspector John Franklin Barnes testified in a criminal trial about a confrontation with an armed robber in Des Voeux-road Central on January 2, as reported by the South China Morning Post on March 27, 1963. The inspector fired multiple shots at the armed robber, who … Read more