Man with gunshot wounds airlifted after attempted home invasion

Officials said there is no current or on-going threat to the public.
Published: Apr. 2, 2025 at 8:35 AM CDT
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MAQUOKETA, Iowa (KWQC) - A man was shot and later airlifted following an attempted home invasion in Maquoketa Tuesday afternoon.

Officials from the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office said around 12:15 p.m., a Maquoketa resident called and said someone was trying to break into their home.

When deputies arrived, they found a man who had been shot several times. He was flown to Iowa City with serious injuries.

Officials said there is no current or ongoing threat to the public.