Iowa City Man Accused of Threatening Another Person with Two Guns

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An Iowa City man named Valentino Jackson, 33, is accused of threatening another person with two guns on two separate occasions. Police say Jackson approached a subject after arguing with that person's son and threatened to "shoot up" their house. A week later, Jackson allegedly drove by the other person's house, held up a gun in each hand, and repeated the earlier threat.

Why it matters

This case highlights ongoing concerns about gun violence and threats in the Iowa City community. While no shots were fired, the alleged actions of Jackson raise public safety issues and could lead to more serious incidents if not addressed.

The details

According to police, about two weeks ago Jackson approached a subject after arguing with that person's son. Jackson allegedly threatened to "shoot up" the other person's house. One week later, Jackson reportedly drove by the other person's house near the intersection of Baker Street and Bradford Drive and held up a gun in each hand, repeating the earlier threat. A search warrant executed on Jackson's Wayne Avenue residence on Tuesday night reportedly turned up 9mm ammunition. Jackson has a domestic abuse conviction in Georgia from 2017, making him ineligible to possess a weapon or ammunition.

• About two weeks ago, Jackson allegedly approached a subject after arguing with that person's son.
• One week later, Jackson allegedly drove by the other person's house and held up a gun in each hand, repeating the earlier threat.
• On Tuesday night, police executed a search warrant on Jackson's Wayne Avenue residence and reportedly found 9mm ammunition.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Jackson is currently being held in the Johnson County Jail. He faces charges of 1st Degree Harassment and Dominion or Control of a Firearm by a Domestic Abuser, which carry a maximum sentence of 7 years in prison if convicted on both counts.