Crime
Glenwood shooting suspect identified as Dennis Burrell, 2 people dead, 1 in critical condition
GLENWOOD, IOWA – Authorities in Glenwood are investigating a violent incident that left two people dead, another in critical condition, and a home engulfed in flames Wednesday evening.
Victims in Glenwood Shooting Identified as Stevie Rockwell and Husband Brandon Oman
The suspect, identified as Dennis Burrell, is believed to have shot the victims before setting fire to his residence.
During a late-night press conference, Glenwood Police Chief Eric Johansen confirmed that officers, along with deputies from the Mills County Sheriff’s Office, responded to reports of an active shooter at approximately 7:56 p.m.
The incident occurred at a residence located at 409 North Grove Street.
Upon arrival, law enforcement found multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Two individuals were pronounced dead at the scene, and a third was transported to a medical facility in critical condition.
Their identities have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Chief Johansen described the situation as an “isolated incident” and confirmed that a person of interest is in custody. “There is no ongoing threat to the community,” Johansen said.
“This remains an active investigation, with assistance from the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation and the Mills County Sheriff’s Office.”
Local residents reported hearing an explosion and gunfire prior to the fire erupting at the suspect’s home.
The structure was significantly damaged.
According to a neighbor who spoke with Channel2 NOW, the suspect allegedly shot and killed two individuals before deliberately setting the residence on fire.
Emergency crews worked quickly to contain the blaze and secure the area.
Johansen commended the swift response from multiple law enforcement agencies, including units who were attending a nearby community event just blocks away in the downtown square.
“This incident demonstrated the strength of our coordinated response,” said Johansen. “We’re grateful for the support from the Iowa State Patrol and our local partners.”
The scene remains under investigation as Iowa DCI agents conduct a full forensic assessment of the property.
Police are expected to provide further updates once the site has been processed.
Road closures were implemented along Elm Street and North Myrtle Street between 4th and 5th Streets but are expected to be lifted by Thursday morning.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Glenwood Police Department at 712-527-4844.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.