WEST DES MOINES – This quiet business zone in a Des Moines suburb was subjected to shots fired, leading cops to investigate and nab a suspect on serious charges.
West Des Moines Police are investigating a report of shots being fired in the 5800 block of Westown Parkway around 8:15 AM August 15, 2025. No injuries have been found. Police say they believe two vehicles were involved then left the area.
Officials say there is nothing to indicate this event was specific to any businesses in the area. Investigators have recovered spent casings and their investigation is ongoing.
West Des Moines Police are releasing additional information into their investigation of shots being fired Friday morning. Detectives have arrested Christian Schuck. He has been charged with
– Attempted murder
– Intimidation with a dangerous weapon
Schuck was taken to the Polk County Jail.
West Des Moines Police were assisted in this investigation by the Suburban Emergency Response Team, the Waukee Police Department, and West Des Moines Animal Control.
