Authorities reported that a tragic shooting incident took place at the I-29 Speedway in Pacific Junction, Iowa, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. The incident occurred on Saturday night just as an outdoor concert was set to commence at the venue, located approximately 20 miles south of Omaha, Nebraska.
The victims have been identified as Marcus L. Johnson, 28, and Charles A. Williams Jr., 27, both residents of Omaha, Nebraska. The Iowa Department of Public Safety confirmed that the shooting transpired in the parking lot of the raceway.
Law enforcement agencies, including the Mills County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation, Iowa State Patrol, and Omaha Police Department, are collaborating to investigate the shooting. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to reach out to the Mills County Sheriff’s Office.
The investigation into the tragic event is currently ongoing as authorities work diligently to gather more details and piece together the circumstances surrounding the shooting at the I-29 Speedway. The community is shocked and saddened by this senseless act of violence, and efforts are underway to ensure justice is served for the victims and their families.
