DES MOINES, Iowa — An investigation into a shooting incident is underway in downtown Des Moines.

The incident happened around 8:40 a.m. Sgt. Paul Parizek, spokesperson for the Des Moines Police Department, said it occurred in the 100 block of Locust Street. That’s the same block as the Federal Courthouse.

Sgt. Parizek said the preliminary investigation indicates only one person was involved. That person has critical injuries and has been transported to a local hospital.

There isn’t believed to be any danger to the neighborhood from the incident.

There will be an increased law enforcement presence in the area as the investigation progresses.

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