A heartbreaking night in Davenport has led to murder charges after a deadly shooting inside a neighborhood bar left two people dead and another injured. The incident unfolded early Friday morning at the Chill Vibez Lounge on Myrtle Street, shaking the community and leaving families searching for answers. Police say the violence began with a fight that quickly escalated into gunfire, turning what should have been a normal night out into a tragic loss.
According to the Davenport Police Department, officers rushed to the bar around 1:45 a.m. after receiving reports of shots fired and a gunshot victim. When they arrived, they found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken to a nearby hospital, but despite medical efforts, he later died. Not long after, authorities learned that a second victim had been driven to another hospital by private vehicle, where he also passed away.
Police have identified the two men killed as 23-year-old dane howard and 44-year-old damien howard sr., both of Davenport. A third victim survived and was treated for injuries that were not life-threatening. Investigators say early evidence shows the shooting was not random and stemmed from a physical fight inside the bar that suddenly turned violent.
Authorities have arrested two suspects in connection with the deadly shooting. raymond robinson, 21, and danny howard, 36, are both facing serious felony charges. Their charges include two counts of first-degree murder, four counts of intimidation with a dangerous weapon, and going armed with intent. Both men are being held at the Scott County Jail as the investigation continues.
Detectives are still gathering evidence, reviewing surveillance footage, and interviewing witnesses to fully understand what led to the deadly confrontation. Police say the shooting has deeply affected the community, especially the families of the victims, who are now left to cope with an unthinkable tragedy.
Authorities are asking anyone with information that could help the investigation to come forward. Community members can contact the Davenport Police Department at 563-326-6125 or submit anonymous tips through QC Crime Stoppers using the P3 Tips App or their website. Police hope that by working together, they can bring justice to the victims and prevent further violence in the community.
