DES MOINES, Iowa — A second arrest has been made in an Ames robbery and shooting that happened in February.

Juan Davila Moore, 23, is being held in the Story County Jail on charges of first-degree robbery and attempted murder, according to a news release from the Ames Police Department.

Police said the arrest was connected to a February 27th shooting in the 2500 block of Jensen Avenue in Ames. The victim, a 19-year-old male, was transported to Mary Greeley Medical Center by private vehicle for treatment of gunshot injury to the abdomen.

The victim told police he was robbed and shot by two males who fled the area in a dark four-door car. He provided police with descriptions of the suspects. A criminal complaint filed in the case indicates the shooting happened during a drug deal.

Davila Moore has a preliminary hearing scheduled for April 28th.

On March 11th, APD announced the arrest of the first suspect, Maliek W. Dut, 22. Court documents show he is charged with first-degree robbery, attempted murder, willful injury resulting in serious injury, conspiracy to commit forcible felony, and going armed with intent.

Dut has pleaded not guilty, and his trial is scheduled for June 3rd, 2025. He is also being held in the Story County Jail.