On January 14, 2023, at 11:26 a.m., the Ames Police Department responded to a report of a shooting at Quality Inn & Suites, 2601 E. 13th Street. Responding officers located two victims who are being treated at area hospitals. The status of the victims is currently unknown.
The Ames Police Department has one person in custody and continues to investigate the incident. There does not appear to be an ongoing threat to the public.
UPDATE: As a result of the continued investigation, Anthony G. Garner Jr., age 27, of Pine Hill, Alabama, has been arrested and charged with the following: Attempted Murder, a class B felony, Willful Injury Causing Serious Injury, a class C felony, Willful Injury Causing Bodily Injury, a class D felony, Going Armed with Intent, a class D felony, and Possession or Carrying of Dangerous Weapon while Intoxicated, a serious misdemeanor.
Anyone with information relating to this incident is encouraged to contact the Ames Police Department at 515-239-5133 or the anonymous tip line, 515-239-5533. You may also contact Crime Stoppers of Central Iowa at 515-223-1400. Online anonymous tips may be submitted to www.crimestoppersofcentraliowa.com or text a tip, Text “PCCS” plus your message to 274637 (CRIMES).
Questions regarding this press release may be directed to Sergeant Amber Christian, Ames Police Department, at (515) 239-5134 or (515) 239-5133.
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