Crime
Suspected Gunman Ian Hernandez Dead Following Fatal Hy-Vee Shooting in Muscatine
MUSCATINE, IOWA – Authorities have confirmed that the suspected gunman in a fatal shooting at the 2nd Avenue Hy-Vee has died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The incident, which occurred on the afternoon of Monday, June 30, 2025, has been described by police as the result of an ongoing domestic dispute.
According to City of Muscatine spokesperson Kevin Jenison, the suspect has been identified as Ian Hernandez, a resident of Davenport, Iowa.
Hernandez succumbed to life-threatening injuries late Monday after being airlifted to the University of Iowa Hospital.
At approximately 2:00 p.m., Muscatine police dispatchers received multiple 911 calls reporting gunfire inside the Hy-Vee on 2nd Avenue.
Responding officers arrived to find Kalista Rae Hallberg, 37, of Letts, Iowa, deceased from multiple gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police quickly identified Hernandez as the suspect and located his vehicle — a red minivan — at the intersection of Highway 61 and Highway 38.
Officers found Hernandez inside the vehicle suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Emergency responders administered life-saving measures before transporting him to a local hospital, and then to the University of Iowa Hospital in critical condition. He was later pronounced dead.
The Muscatine Police Department has confirmed that the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between Hallberg and Hernandez.
Investigators have not indicated any ongoing threat to the public.
Police urged the public to avoid the area surrounding Hy-Vee and nearby intersections through 7 a.m. Tuesday, as the investigation and cleanup continued.
A spokesperson for Hy-Vee Corporate issued a statement acknowledging the tragedy:
“This has been a tragic and difficult day for the Muscatine community. The Muscatine Police Department has confirmed that a woman was shot and killed in our store this afternoon. While there is no ongoing threat to the public, we are deeply saddened by this loss of life. Our thoughts are with the victim and the community as we grieve together.”
Hy-Vee has pledged full cooperation with law enforcement and is providing time off and counseling services to employees who were present during the shooting.
The store will remain closed until cleared by police and deemed ready to reopen.
Muscatine Mayor Brad Bark issued a heartfelt statement addressing the community and the family of the victim:
“I want to offer my deepest thoughts and prayers to the family of Kalista Rae Hallberg, whose life was tragically taken in a senseless act of violence. This horrific event has deeply wounded the spirit of our close-knit community. No one should fear for their safety in Muscatine — a place we call home. We stand united in our grief and our resolve to build a safer, more compassionate community.”
Mayor Bark also praised the swift and courageous response of local first responders, including the Muscatine Police Department, Muscatine Fire Department, County Emergency Management, and Iowa State Patrol.
“The City of Muscatine pledges full support to law enforcement as they continue their work. Let us honor Kalista’s memory by standing together and committing to peace, safety, and unity.”
The Muscatine Police Department continues to investigate the incident, including the events leading up to the shooting.
They have asked the public to avoid the 2nd Avenue Hy-Vee, as well as the areas around Highway 61 and Highway 38, and Highway 61 and 2nd Avenue, while law enforcement completes its work.
Officials have reiterated that there is no active threat to the public at this time.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Muscatine Police.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.