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16-year-old girl killed in Davenport

Around 10 p.m., authorities responded to a residence in the 1800 block of Grand Avenue where they found a 16-year-old girl with an apparent gunshot wound.

DAVENPORT, Iowa — A 16-year-old girl is dead after a Monday night shooting in Davenport, according to the Davenport Police Department.

Just before 10 p.m., authorities received a report of shots fired with a victim inside a residence in the 1800 block of Grand Avenue. First responders found a 16-year-old female with an apparent gunshot injury. 

According to police, the teenager was transported to a local hospital where she later died from her injuries. 

Detectives believe this was not a random act of violence and are seeking the help of residents in gathering information. 

Tips can be submitted anonymously to QC Crime Stoppers on their website or can be sent through the P3 Tips app. People may also call the Davenport Police Department with information at 563-326-6125.

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