June 21, 2021 – 10:35 a.m.
COGGON, Iowa — Several law enforcement agencies are searching for a suspect who shot a Linn County Sheriff’s deputy Sunday evening.
Deputies responded to an armed robbery at the Casey’s store in Coggon around 10:30 p.m. A deputy interrupted the robbery and was shot multiple times inside the store.
The deputy currently is being treated for serious injuries, and was airlifted to University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.
A manhunt is underway for the suspect. Officials are looking for a black male, mid-30s, approximately 5’10 to 6’2, approximately 200 to 220 pounds, wearing a dark-colored hooded sweatshirt and dark pants.
The suspect left the store in a van and was pursued by another deputy before crashing the van on North 3rd Street in Coggon. The suspect then fled on foot.
There is a large perimeter extending beyond Coggon city limits.
Several law enforcement agencies, including Linn County Sheriff’s Deputies, Cedar Rapids and Marion Police officers, and the Delaware County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.
Major Chad Colston with the Linn County Sheriff’s Office said they believe they’re only looking for one suspect, but authorities are “exploring all avenues.”
As of 7:00 Monday morning, detectives were still interviewing witnesses about the shooting.
Anyone who lives nearby is encouraged to stay indoors and lock all doors.
As of 1:30 a.m. Monday, portions of Highway 13 in front of this Casey’s location were closed down.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Linn County Sheriff’s Officer or their local law enforcement agencies if they see anything “suspicious.”
