In a tragic incident that has left the Waterloo community in mourning, 33-year-old Dipree Devante Jones was fatally shot in a parking lot near Ryder Logistics on Wednesday night. The alleged assailant, 21-year-old Martavious J’Qualin Reed, has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting.
According to the Waterloo Police Department, officers responded to a report of a shooting at 2280 Northeast Drive around 10 p.m. on March 26, 2025. Upon arrival, they discovered Jones with critical injuries. He was promptly transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Witnesses at the scene recounted the harrowing moments as Jones attempted to flee from his attacker, only to be relentlessly pursued and ultimately gunned down.
Reed reportedly fled the scene immediately after the shooting. However, law enforcement officers apprehended him within an hour, finding him hiding in a nearby field. He was taken into custody without further incident and now faces charges of first-degree murder.
The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the ongoing inquiry. Community members can contact the Waterloo Police Detective Division at 319-291-4340 or reach out to Cedar Valley Crime Stoppers at 855-300-TIPS.
This incident has cast a somber shadow over Waterloo, prompting reflection on the pervasive issue of gun violence and its devastating impact on families and communities. As the investigation continues, the community rallies around the grieving family of Dipree Devante Jones, offering support and condolences during this profoundly difficult time.
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