Davenport police have opened a homicide investigation after a deadly shooting early friday morning left two men dead and another injured outside a local business. The violence unfolded in the parking lot of chill vibez lounge, located at 114 myrtle street, sending shockwaves through the community as officers worked to piece together what happened during the chaotic overnight incident.
According to the davenport police department, officers were called to the scene around 1:45 a.m. following multiple reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. Officers immediately began life-saving measures before he was taken to a nearby hospital, but despite their efforts, he later died from his injuries. The tragic discovery marked the start of a long and difficult investigation for responding officers.
While police worked at the scene, they were alerted that a second male victim had also been shot and was transported to the hospital by private vehicle. Sadly, he too died as a result of his injuries. Authorities have identified one of the deceased as dane howard, while the identity of the second man will be released once family members have been notified. The deaths have left loved ones devastated and the community deeply concerned.
A third male victim was also found to have suffered a gunshot wound, though his injuries were not life-threatening. He received immediate medical care at the scene before being transported to a hospital for further treatment. Police say he is expected to recover, and investigators will likely rely on his account to help understand the moments leading up to the shooting.
Early findings reveal that the shooting was not random. Detectives believe the violence began as a physical altercation that escalated into gunfire. Crime scene technicians spent hours collecting evidence from the parking lot while detectives interviewed witnesses and reviewed any available surveillance footage. The investigation remains active as police work to identify everyone involved and determine what sparked the initial confrontation.
The davenport police department is urging anyone with information to come forward. Witnesses can contact investigators at 563-326-6125 or submit anonymous tips through qc crime stoppers. As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of two lives and hopes for answers that may bring justice and prevent further violence.
