On the night of July 6, 2020, Saul DeVaughn Jackson, a 29-year-old man, was shot and killed in Clinton, Iowa. The Clinton Police Department responded to a report of gunfire at a residence in the 300 block of 2nd Avenue North at approximately 11:26 p.m. Upon arrival, officers discovered Jackson with gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital, MercyOne Medical Center, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, law enforcement
began an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Jackson's death. Early reports indicated that the suspect was unknown, and authorities were seeking information from the public. As of initial reports, no arrests had been made in connection with the homicide, and a suspect or suspects had not been publicly identified. The investigation into the shooting was ongoing by the Clinton Police Department.
Saul Jackson was born on March 1, 1991, in Iowa City, Iowa. He was a father to two children. His family described him as a social person with a wonderful sense of humor who loved his family deeply. A celebration of his life was held on July 17, 2020, at Lemke Funeral Homes in Clinton.
