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Joseph Quail

Case from Waterloo, IA dated Jan 15, 2024

Victim Details

Joseph Quail

Male

White / Caucasian

Waterloo

IA

2024-01-15

19

Joseph

Quail

07/25/2026

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Joseph Quail, a 19-year-old Caucasian male, died on January 15, 2024, in Waterloo, Iowa. In the early morning hours, police were called to a residence where they discovered his body; he had sustained a fatal shotgun blast to his chest. The weapon, a shotgun, was located inside the home.

The subsequent investigation led to the arrest of 18-year-old Danielle Otterson. She was charged with involuntary manslaughter and possession of a short-barreled shotgun in connection with Quail's death. O ...
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  • https://www.keyc.com: Waterloo homicide victim identified as 19-year-old
  • echovita.com: Joseph Quail Obituary (2004 - 2024) | Waterloo, Iowa
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