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Des Moines police respond to reports of multiple shots fired Saturday night

Police responded to reports of multiple shots fired on Hartford Avenue around 10:20 p.m.

DES MOINES, Iowa — Des Moines police are investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday night.

Officers responded to reports of multiple shots fired on Hartford Avenue around 10:20 p.m., according to Sgt. Paul Parizek.

When they arrived, police recovered shell casings at the scene. Police tell Local 5 that more than 100 people were gathered for a quinceañera in the area Saturday night when an argument broke out. 

The argument eventually escalated to a fight, at which time several shots were fired. 

There are no known injuries at this time. Police say there is no ongoing threat to the area. 

No arrests have been made in connection to the incident as of Sunday afternoon. Detectives are working with witnesses and property owners to identify potential suspect. 

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