The Iowa City Police Department, along with the Iowa Division of Criminal Investigation and the Johnson County Attorney's Office, have obtained an arrest warrant for the suspect in the fatal shooting of 30-year-old Donelle Derrell Lindsey.
The suspect is listed as 27-year-old Brandon D. Brown. Authorities describe him as being a black male, 5'09", 170 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Brown is charged with Murder 1st Degree, a class "A" felony. His current address is unknown but police he has lived in Calumet City and Harvey, Illinois. His bond is set at cash only, $1,000,000.
According to eyewitnesses, Brown asked Lindsey to walk down the street with him. After walking a short distance, they argued. Brown produced a handgun and shot Lindsey multiple times at a relatively close range. Some of the bullets struck Lindsey in the chest.
Brown was last seen running from the area.
Lindsey was transported to the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics but died from his wounds.
One of the witnesses is an acquaintance of Brown. In a photo lineup, other witnesses were also able to positively identify Brown as the shooter.
Brown has not yet been arrested and his whereabouts are unknown. He may have fled the area in an attempt to avoid apprehension.
If you have information as to Brown's current location, the Iowa City Police Department asks you to call them at 319-356-5276 and/or the appropriate local law enforcement agency. Authorities warn not to attempt to apprehend Brown. Brown is considered armed and dangerous.
Iowa City Area CrimeStoppers is offering a reward of up to $1000 for information leading to Brown's arrest. Anyone with information is urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 319-358-TIPS (8477). All calls are held in strict confidence and anonymity is guaranteed. Individuals providing information do not have to reveal their identity to collect a reward.
As with any criminal case, a charge is merely an accusation and a defendant is presumed innocent until and unless proven guilty.
Brandon D. Brown
