Damarian Jones faces five counts of attempted murder, three counts of willful injury assault causing serious injury, two counts of willful injury assault causing bodily injury and going armed with intent after injuring five bystanders in a shooting at the Iowa City Ped Mall. The shooting occurred at approximately 1:45am on April 19, 2026 in the Downtown Pedestrian Mall. Jones engaged in a fight with as many as 40 people involved, according to reports by police. Over the course of the fight, Jones obtained a firearm from another individual. During a break in the fight, Jones walked away from the other combatants, drew the weapon and fired six times into the crowded Pedestrian Mall. Officers called out shots fired over the radio as participants fled the scene. Five people were struck by gunfire. One individual suffered a life-threatening injury to her head and remains in critical condition. One victim was struck in the arm and chest cavity, causing serious injuries requiring surgery. One victim was struck in the leg, causing serious injuries requiring multiple surgeries. One victim was struck in the side of the stomach, causing bodily injury. One victim was struck in both legs, causing bodily injury. Investigator say none of the victims were the target of the shooting, and there is no reason to believe they were otherwise affiliated with the incident.