Shooter Injured Three at Iowa Post Office, Female Suspect in Custody

A female postal worker opened fire at an Iowa post office, wounding three coworkers. The suspect is now in police custody.

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November 6, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Des Moines, Iowa — Law enforcement has secured the scene following an active shooter incident at the main United States Postal Service facility in Des Moines. Three coworkers were injured, and the suspect, a female postal employee, is now in custody.

The incident unfolded around 9:10 p.m. Thursday, prompting a swift multi-agency response. Police declared the situation stable shortly after their arrival, and two of the victims managed to drive themselves to a nearby hospital. None of the injuries appeared life-threatening, according to Sgt. Paul Parizek of the Des Moines Police Department.

The suspect was apprehended by probation officers on a nearby bike trail, with witnesses aiding in her identification. Initial police reports have not disclosed the suspect’s name or a motive for the shooting. Authorities conducted a thorough sweep of the building to ensure no one was hiding or in danger.

The emergency response was extensive, involving units from the Des Moines Police Department, Pleasant Hill Police Department, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, and the Iowa State Patrol. Governor Kim Reynolds expressed her gratitude for the rapid response on social media, stating, ‘The suspected shooter is in custody and the investigation is ongoing. We are monitoring the situation and our prayers are with everyone involved.’

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