Des Moines Police respond to shooting at Redondo Boat Launch Wednesday night

Des Moines Police responded to reports of a fight and gunfire at the Redondo Boat Launch late Wednesday night, June 19, 2024, resulting in one victim sustaining non-life-threatening injuries and the suspect being taken into custody.

The incident occurred at approximately 11:22 p.m., when multiple 911 calls reported a disturbance involving several individuals and gunshots at the Redondo Boat Launch. Upon arrival, officers found the scene deserted as all participants had fled.

Shortly after, officers were informed that a victim with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound had arrived at a local hospital. In a related development, a vehicle matching the suspect’s description was involved in a collision in Federal Way. Officers responded to the collision scene, apprehended the suspect, and recovered a firearm.

Police Seeking Public’s Help

Detectives from the Des Moines and Federal Way Police Departments are actively investigating the incident and are seeking assistance from the public. Anyone with information is urged to contact Des Moines Police at (206) 870-6871 or via email at PHSCrimeTips@desmoineswa.gov.